Jain Center of Southern California
Update on JCSC Calendar
Please note that there will be JCYC & JSG Pathshala/Adult Swadhayay and Sutra classes on Sunday, March 17, 2019. Please update your JCSC calendar. This information is missing on the Calendar.
Other Updates in the JCSC Calendar are as follows:
1: Delete "Chaumasi Chaudas" wording from May 17, 2019 column as it is misprinted.
2: Delete "Chaitya Paripati" wording from September 8, 2019 column as it is misprinted.
Chaumasi Chaudas - Mar 20, 2019
Jain people celebrate this festival three times in a year, on the fourteenth day of Kartik, Falgun and Ashadh months.
The Jain Community celebrates this festival with great joy and enthusiasm all over the country. They make it fabulous with religious acts and by worshiping the Lord Mahavira. People prepare themselves by wearing colorful clothes and by adornment of their houses. They also give some charity and donation on that day for earning good ‘Karma
Chaumasi Chaudas Dev Vandan will start at 2:30 pm followed by Pratikraman on March 20, 2019
An Empowering Opportunity to learn about priceless Religious and Culture Heritage
Varshitap Prarambh, Shri Rushabhdev Kalyanak - (Actual Mar 28, 2019) Observed Mar 30, 2019
Jain Center will celebrate Shree Adinath Janam and Diksha Kalyanak on Saturday, March 30, 2019. Actual Kalyanak day and Varshitap Prarambh day is March 28, 2019.
We hope that this auspicious day inspires our community and Sangh to start their Varshitap.
Program details are as follows:
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Snatrapuja with Nakro - $101
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM: Panch Kalyanak Puja with Nakro - $51 for each Puja followed by Aarti, Mangal Divo, Shanti Kalash per Gheeboli
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM: Ekasana for sponsorship of $ 501 (whole, partial or multiple sponsorships are accepted)
TCCOP Men's Clothing Drive - Mar 17 & Mar 31, 2019
TCCOP is conducting a Men's Clothing and Shoes Drive in March for individuals in both Orange and Los Angeles Counties. They will be distributed to individuals experiencing homelessness and living below poverty levels.
Anyone interested in making a donation please bring GENTLY USED Men's Clothes and Shoes (dressy AND casual) to the Jain Center on March 17th and March 31st.
Collection Place: Jain Center at TCCOP table only!
Time: 10:00 AM to 12 Noon by the Wooden Temple
Days: March 17th and March 31st, 2019.
Please do not leave leave any item at the Center except at the TCCOP Table on Designated Sundays!
· Men's Dress Clothes should be gently used, cleaned and on hangers or they cannot be accepted.
· Men's Casual Clothes should be gently used, cleaned and folded into bags or mini cartons.
· Shoes should be gently used, and in usable condition and dropped off in bags, or mini cartons.
We help ourselves by helping others! May you all continue to be blessed!
Jain Adhyatmic Study Group - Apr 27, 2019
MangalJanma Jayanti Celebration
Date: Saturday April 27th, 2019
Time: 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM (Followed by Swamiswatslya Dinner)
Venue: Jain Center Southern California, 8072 Commonwealth Ave, Buena Park, CA 90261
Gurudev Shree Kanjiswami was influential in advancing the practice of Jainism in the 20th century. His life and teachings focused on the path of Samyak Darshan. He studied hundreds of Jain scriptures and gave lectures in Songadh, Gujurat for 45 years. His life and words inspired thousands of souls to pursue the path of self realization. The Jain Adhyatmic Study Group invites you to join in celebrating Pujya Sadgurudev Shree Kanjiswami’s Mangal Janma Jayanti
JAANA Shibir - Jun 29 - Jul 04, 2019
JCSC committee has approved to hold the JAANA Shibir (Dr. Bharill and PTST Pandits) at our Jain Center. Please see the attached flyer.CLICK HERE for the Flyer.
This Shibir will be held in the JCSC building so please do attend. It will be a huge benefit to all those who are attending and a great opportunity for the Jain Center. JAANA Shibir will be held from 6/29/19 thru 7/4/19 at JCSC. Attached Flyer has the instructions on how to register.
Jain Center has partnered with Orange County Register
Special Offer: Jain Center has partnered with Orange County Register. You can subscribe and get 52 Sunday copies at 2 cents each ($1 for whole year). Please see details on our website (http://jaincenter.org/orange-county-subscription.php)Wellness Challenge - Do A Total Of 3 Hours Of Yoga & Have 10 Servings Of Fruits & Vegetables
For the upcoming weekly challenge, we are challenging the participants to “Do A Total of 3 Hours of Yoga and 10 Servings of Fruits and Vegetables.” Yoga is very beneficial. It increases your strength, flexibility, and posture. Eating fruits and vegetables keeps the heart healthy, keeps your eyes and skin healthy. If you are interested in learning more and participating, click here.
Ongoing Programs - Mar, 2019
Event | Date | Start Time |
Daily Ashtprakari Puja | Daily | 7:30 AM |
Aarti-Mangal Divo | Weekdays | 8:15 PM |
Sat/Sun/Holidays | 7:30 PM | |
Chundadi | Daily in the morning | |
Chaudas Pratikraman | 3/20 (Chaumasi Chaudas - Dev Vandan 2:30 PM) | 6:30 PM (Weekday) 6:00 PM (Weekend) |
Sthanakvasi Pakhi Pratikraman | 3/21 | 6:15 PM |
Monthly Snatra Puja and Navkar Mantra Jaap | 9:30 AM | |
Monthly Bhavna Bhakti | 3/29 | 7:30 PM |
JCYC & JSG Pathshala / Adult Swadhyay / Sutra Class Adult Swadhyay (Non Pathshala Days) | 3/17, 3/31 | 9:40 AM 9:40 AM |
Webcast of the discourses by Shri Rakeshbhai Jhaveri LA Study Group Meetings Post office Building | 3/24 | 10:00 AM - 12 Noon |
Weekly Evening Swadhyay | Every Tuesday & Wednesday | |
14 Gunasthanak | Tuesday | By Hasendrabhai (8.30 PM to 10.00 PM) |
Shrimad Rajchandra Vachnamrut | Wednesday | By Rameshbhai 8:30 pm to 10 pm |
Lifetime Tithis
Please contact Ketan Parekh at for information, questions or any pledges.
Upcoming Events
• Mar 20, 2019 - Chaumasi Chaudas -Dev Vandan, Pratikraman
• Mar 30, 2019 (Observed) - Varshitap Prarambh, Shri Rushabhadev Kalyanak Puja
(Actual Mar 28, 2019)
- Apr 11 - Apr 19, 2019 - Sasvati Aayambil Oli
- Apr 21, 2019 MJK Program:
Ekasana 12:00 PM -1:30 PM
Cultural Program/GBM - 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Apr 24, 2019 - Shrimad Bhakti 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
- May 04, 2019 - Shimandharswami Puja 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Ekasana -12:30 PM-2:00 PM
- May 07, 2019 - Varshitap Parna 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- May 15 - Gautamswami Diksha Kalyanak (Actual)
- May 17 - May 19, 2019 - (Observed) 31st Anniversary of Jinalaya (Actual May 16)
- May 25 - 26, 2019 - Adult Swadhyay Shibir 2
- Jun 08, 2019 - JCYC Graduation Garba
Dignitary Visits & Shibirs
- May 14 - 20, 2019 - Shri Hiteshbhai Shah-Vidhikar-
- May 14 - 20, 2019 - Shri Samprati and Prasham Shah
- May 25 - 26, 2019-Adult swadhaya shibir 2
- Jun 29 - Jul 04, 2019 - JAANA Shibir
- July 12 - 4, 2019 - Dr.Jitubhai Shah - Samyak Darshan Shibir
Other News
1) Presentation on Hospice Care on March 16, 2019Presentation by: Judy Fassett, Hospice Care Volunteer Coordinator
Where: Jain Center of Southern California
8072 Commonwealth Avenue
Buena Park, CA 90621
When: Saturday, March 16, 2019
Check-In: 10:45 AM [Raffle Ticket given at this time]
Presentation: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Q&A/Raffle: 11:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Lunch: 12:00 PM [RSVP Required]
Cost: None
For any Questions: [email protected] / 562-412-4500
RSVP: Click Here
- There will be a raffle done at the end of the presentation where one lucky winner receives a beautiful gift.
- More fun practical gifts for attendees.
Just a Few Key Points about Hospice:
- Hospice is a type of clinical care for people who have been diagnosed with a terminal illness and a life expectancy of 6 months or less
- It’s a Medicare benefit for people 65 or older
- There is little to no cost associated with hospice services on Medicare or Medical
- Hospice related medications, equipment and clinical services are provided to you where you live at no cost.
- You can benefit from all Hospice Services in the comfort of your home if you so choose.
Attend the presentation to learn a lot more about Hospice services and why it’s important to you, your family and friends. Taking care of a terminally ill loved one is not a responsibility anyone should have to go through alone. Come learn about this subject in a warm, comfortable environment and understand that there is a lot of help available at a critical stage in one’s life.
Click Here For a Full Brochure
2)Acupuncture - For a Holistic and Healthier Life. A presentation by Pastor Rev. Joseph Lee
A Presentation by Pastor Rev. Joseph Lee. for a holistic and healthier lifeWhere: Jain Center of Southern California - 8072 Commonwealth Ave, Buena Park, CA
Date: March 16, 2019. Time: 1:30PM to 3:00PM
2) Chah Gau Yatra - March 19, 2019
Chhah Gau Yatra is a journey of about 16 km in pilgrim town Palitana in the Bhavnagar district. It is mainly a kind of penance that helps a devout set of the evil results of past deeds and makes his journey to Nirvana or salvation faster and shorter, says Jain saints and scriptures.
Over the years the Chhah Gau Yatra is becoming more popular and lacks pilgrims visit on this single day. Chhah Gau Yatra starts from Jap Taleti on the foothills of Shatrunjaya and ends on the other side at a place known as Siddhavad. The name Siddhavad is after a Banyan tree here and it is said thousands of Jains have achieved the final stage of life-death cycle, Nirvana or salvation and become free from the bondage of Karma.
The Chhah Gau Yatra covers all Jain temples in Palitana. Siddhavad is near Adipur, known as the birthplace of Lord Adinath the first Thirthankar. It is believed that every Jain should visit Palitana at least once in his lifetime to get “Bhavya” status (fit to attain nirvana or salvation).
There are a total of 1250 temples located on the Shetrunjaya hills, exquisitely carved in marble.
The main temple on top of the hill is dedicated to 1st Tirthankar lord Adinath (Rishabdeva).
This year, the auspicious day of Chhah Gau Yatra begins on March 19, 2019.
3) Youth Activities at the JAINA 2019 Convention
The Youth Activities Committee (for ages 13-20) is in full force planning, and we want to make sure you have an unforgettable experience at the JAINA 2019 Convention this July! Please fill out this quick form (tinyurl.com/ya-daytime1) to showcase what daytime sessions you'd like see during your convention experience. Stay tuned for additional information regarding Youth Activities plans.
For any questions please contact Shreya Udani at [email protected]