New Date 14Oct2018 – 13th Annual Unity Walk In DC With Sikh Gurdwara DC

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Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh!!

 

NOTE: New Date 14Oct2018 – 13th Annual Unity Walk In DC With Sikh Gurdwara DC

Saadh Sangat Ji, did you know this?
The sacred scripture of Sikhism is called Guru Granth Sahib in reverence. It’s a large collection of hymns of Gurus and other innumerable Muslim and Hindu saints. This makes it one of the world’s only “interfaith scripture”!
#knowyourneighbor

People of all faiths and cultures from around the DC region will walk down “Embassy Row” and visit houses of worship and other religious centers in a public celebration of unity and support for our diverse community. The Unity Walk is open and free to everyone.

Updated - Unity Walk 2018

 

Unity Walk
Sunday, October 14th 01:45PM EST – 06:00 PM EST

Check in and Resource Fair: 01:45 PM – 02:30 PM
Opening Ceremony: 02:30 PM – 03:00 PM
Walkers will be visiting the Gurdwara between 3:10 PM and 4:15 PM

Address: Washington Hebrew Congregation
3935 Macomb St NW, Washington, DC 20016
Closing Ceremony: 05:30 PM – 06:00 PM
Address: Islamic Center of Washington DC
2551 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008

You can also see all other information about the day of the walk here:
https://ifcmw.org/programs/unity-walk/unity-walk-faq/

 

 

Guru Granth Sahib Ji Prakash Utsav on 02Sep: Akhand Paath Seva starts 31Aug

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Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh!!

Saadh Sangat Ji,

Please join all of us to celebrate the first prakash purab celebrations of Shri Guru Granth Sahib Ji on Sun, 02-Sep-2018 in DC Gurdwara. Please find schedule mentioned below.

Also,Akhand Paath starts from Friday, 31-Aug-2018. So, please join for paath (prayer) sewa or listening sewa.

 

Pehla-Parkash-Purab-Shri-Guru-Granth-Sahib-Ji

Kirtan by Gyani Nalinanand Ji – Sun 06May at 12 noon

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On Sunday, May the 6th, 2018, we are delighted that Nalinanand ji will perform Kirtan at the DC Gurudwara from 12 noon till 12:45PM. Please be sure to join us on this special occasion and invite others as well.
Gyani Nalinanand ji truly demonstrates the concept of renunciation (Tyag) for ‘Dharma’. Born with the proverbial silver spoon in 1979 in an affluent and respected Sood family of Patiala, he gave up on all his worldly comfort and took up the path of celibacy and ‘Dharma’ at the young age of 21 years.
He has a mastery of many scriptures.  His lectures and bhajans are interspersed with examples and quotes from Guru Granth Sahib ji, teachings of Sufi saints, and many others.  He works hard to spread the affection among all beings. He is loved and revered by his followers across the globe of various religious beliefs.

Nalinanand ji is a gifted Raagi, who has presented his Kirtan at various Gurudwaras around the world leaving the Sangat mesmerized with his melodious voice and singing style.

Sikh American Story Airs on CNN May 6th – 10PM

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The Sikh Coalition is excited to announce that CNN’s Emmy Award-winning United Shades of America with W. Kamau Bell will feature the first-ever hour-long cable episode exclusively focusing on the Sikh American community. The episode is scheduled to air on Sunday, May 6th at 10 pm ET/PT.

W. Kamau Bell interviews Sikh Coalition co-founder, Harpreet Singh and Sikh Coalition Social Justice Fellow, Winty Singh along with Yuba City Sikh Mayor, Preet Didbal; Yuba City farmer and community leader, Karandeep Bains; Sikh lawyer, filmmaker and organizer, Valarie Kaur; Sikh soldier and doctor, Lt. Colonel Kamaljeet Singh Kalsi; Sikh actor and designer, Waris Ahluwalia; and Harpreet’s son, Dilzafer Singh.

“This will be an exciting and important moment for the Sikh community to come together and celebrate Sikh awareness,” said Sikh Coalition Executive Director, Satjeet Kaur. “We continue to make progress in our efforts to educate the American public and this is another milestone.”

Thanks to work by Harpreet Singh and support by Valarie Kaur, the Sikh Coalition media and communications team spent six months supporting United Shades of America producers with background resource material, fact-checking and B-roll footage. Over the next week, the Sikh Coalition will be announcing a series of exciting opportunities for the Sikh community to engage and promote the episode to maximize the educational impact.

 

CNN

 

“The United Shades episode provides a nuanced portrayal of the Sikh experience in America,” said Sikh Coalition co-founder, Harpreet Singh. “It will educate mainstream America about Sikh values and beliefs that have enabled Sikhs to overcome adversity and thrive in this country for over a hundred years.”

Per CNN, all air dates for episodes of United Shades of America are subject to potential change. If that happens, the Sikh Coalition will update you immediately. United Shades of America will also stream live for subscribers via CNNgo (at CNN.com/go and via CNNgo apps for Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire, Samsung Smart TV and Android TV). The series will also be available the day after the broadcast premiere on demand via cable/satellite systems, CNNgo platforms and CNN mobile apps.

As always, the Sikh Coalition urges you to practice your faith fearlessly.

 

The Sikh Coalition
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New York, NY 10004

T 212.655.3095 www.sikhcoalition.org

 The Sikh Coalition is a community-based organization that works towards the realization of civil and human rights for all people. The Coalition serves as a resource on Sikhs and Sikh concerns for governments, organizations and individuals.

The Sikh Coalition relies on your financial support to sustain its initiatives and broaden its services. In addition to supporting the Sikh Coalition directly, we encourage you to use matching donation programs offered by many employers. The Sikh Coalition is a 501c (3) non-profit organization. Thank you for your support.

Vaisakhi Celebration Akhand Paath and Special Diwan In Sikh Gurdwara DC

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Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh!!

Saadh Sangat Ji,

This Vaisakhi festival is very special and important for the Sikh community as it marks the establishment of the Khalsa which is also termed Khalsa Sirjana Divas.

Also, Vaisakhi is a Punjabi harvest festival for people of the Punjab region. This day is also observed as a thanksgiving day by farmers whereby farmers pay their tribute, thanking God for the abundant harvest and also praying for future prosperity.

NOTE: Khalsa School will remain closed on Sun, 15Apr2018.

Akhand Paath:
Paath Start Date: 13Apr2018, Friday evening
Paath End Date:  15Apr2018, Sunday morning

Special Diwan on Saturday: 07:30PM to 09:30PM
Nishaan Sahib Seva on Sunday afternoon

Vaisakhi 2017

Sangat is requested to come for paath seva. Langar would be available all the time.

Amrit Sanchar – Sun, 07Apr2018, 11AM in MD, USA

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Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh!!

Saadh Sangat Ji,
Amrit Sanchar is happening on Sun, 07-Apr-2018, 11AM in Sikh Association of Baltimore. PFA flyer for all details.

Amrit Sanchaar - MD 2018

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Sun, 01Apr – Movie Screening in Gurdwara: Proud to be a Sikh 2

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Saadh Sangat Ji,

Sikh Gurdwara DC is screening a movie named as “Proud to be a Sikh 2”. This movie is based on multiple Sikhism aspects including recently happened disrespect to Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji in last year or so. Reviews are mentioned below.

Timings: 11AM – 12:30PM
Date: 01Apr, Sun

Proud To Be A Sikh

Movie Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXYrOrPCAcg

America review
https://youtu.be/bQDJI2Vm4J4

Bhai Manpreet Singh Kanpuri Review
https://youtu.be/lrQfyIs79xk

Tuhi Tuhi Shabad
https://youtu.be/kT8OqfBgCRo

NOTE: There is ample amount of free parking near Gurdwara on Sun and also in Gurdwara basement.

Today: Hola Mahalla (Holi) in Sikh Gurdwara DC

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Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh!!

Saadh Sangat Ji, today we will celebrate Hola Mohalla (Holi) in Gurdwara and will discuss about the same.

 

Hola Mohalla - Holi

NOTE: There is ample amount of free parking on Sunday in DC next to Gurdwara Sahib and also there is parking lot in basement.

We look forward to your visit along with friends and family.

25Feb: Remembering Shahidi Saaka (Massacre) in Nankaana Sahib

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Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh!!

Sikh Gurdwara DC welcomes all of you. We will be remembering the massacre that happened in Nankaana Sahib. The Nankana massacre (or Saka Nankana) took place in Nankana Sahib at that time of British India, modern-day Pakistan. Sikhs were killed by the Mahant and Pathan mercenaries. The event forms an important part of Sikh history. In political significance, it comes next only to Jallianwala Bagh massacre of April 1919. The saga constitutes the core of the Gurdwara Reform Movement started by the Sikhs in early twentieth century.