03.05.2025 - JSGD - Newsletter

Jain Society of Greater Detroit

UPCOMING EVENTS

JOY & JOS SENIOR APPRECIATION EVENT

Jai Jinendra and Pranam,

We are pleased to announce that the JOY and JOS Senior Appreciation Event will take place on Saturday, May 17th, from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM at the Temple.

This event is dedicated to appreciate our senior members and recognize their contributions to our community.

The celebration will feature engaging activities such as Family Feud and Minute to Win It, for the seniors, followed by snacks, tea, and a light dinner.

Kindly RSVP using the link below:



We look forward to seeing you there!

Warm regards,
- JOY Board

SHANTINATH PANCH KALYANAK PUJA

Pranam!

We would like to invite you and your family to join us for Shri Shantinath Panch Kalyanak Puja on Saturday, May 10th from 10 AM - 1 PM at the Jain Temple. The puja will be followed by Swamivatsalya lunch.

Please RSVP below by May 4th
Hope you can join us!

~ Rajiv, Reepal, and Riya.

JOS PICNIC - DAY AT THE ZOO

Pranam,

Join JOS for a fun-filled day at the Detroit Zoo!

Here's what you need to know:

- Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2025
- Time: 10 am
- Free admission and parking for Tri-county seniors (62+) and one companion
- Enjoy zoo train and tram rides, bingo, music, dance, and social activities
- Corporate sponsor Blue Cross Blue Shield provides free refreshments and health resources

What to bring:

- Lunch and Snacks (we plan to do potluck) and water
- Weather-appropriate clothing and folding chairs
- Plates, cutlery, and napkins (if possible)

Where to meet:

- Picnic tables across from Penguin Conservation station, behind the Aviary in the main picnic grove right behind the entrance.

How to get there:

- Carpool with your friends or drive directly to 8450 W. 10 Mile Road, Royal Oak (look for zoo sign on tall water tower, at the corner of Woodward Ave. and 10 Mile Rd)

We look forward to seeing you there!


For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Nikhil Kothari or Bipin Shah in person ONLY on May 17th at the JOY JOS appreciation event.

PARSWANATH PANCH KALYANAK PUJA

Jai Jinendra!

In loving memory of late Smt. Ila Shah (1954 - 2024)
Suresh Shah and family warmly request Sakal Sangh (family) to join us for "SHRI PARSHWANATH BHAGWAN PANCH KALYANAK PUJA" on Saturday May 24th 2025.

At the Jain temple of Greater Detroit

29278 W 12 Mile Road
Farmington Hills, Ml 48334

Time: 10am Followed by Swamivatsalya lunch

Please RSVP using the below link by Saturday May 17th 2025

SWADHYAY BY CHAMPAKBHAI MEHTA

Pranam,

Panditji Champakbhai Mehta will be here for Swadhyay from May 16-22.

Topic: સમતા કેવી રીતે પ્રાપ્ત કરવી? (અધ્યાત્મ કલ્પદ્રુમ ગ્રંથ)
સમતા મોક્ષે જવાનો રાજમાર્ગ છે
આ કાળમાં આ ક્ષેત્રમાં સીધા મોક્ષે ન જવાય પણ સમતાનો ગુણ કેળવી શકાય
સમ્યગ્ દર્શન પ્રાપ્ત થવા છતાં સમતાગુણ આત્મસાત્ ન થાય તો મોક્ષ ન થાય
વિશેષ કર્મનિર્જરા પણ સમતાગુણના કારણે જ થાય
આવી સમતાને પ્રાપ્ત કરવાના જુદા જુદા ઉપાયો જેમ કે સ્ત્રી,સંતાન,સંપત્તિ અને શરીર તરફના મમત્વને કેવી રીતે દૂર કરવું તેમજ પાંચેય ઈન્દ્રિયોના વિષયોના રાગને દૂર કરવાના ઉપાયો આવા ૧૬ અધિકાર અધ્યાત્મ કલ્પદ્રુમમાં સહસ્ત્રાવધાની મુનિસુંદરસૂરીશ્વરજી મહારાજ સાહેબે બતાવ્યા છે તે વિસ્તારથી સમજાવવામાં આવશે.


Please click on this link to view – Panditji Champakbhai Mehta Biodata

NEMINATH PANCH KALYANAK PUJA

Pranam!

We would like to invite you and your family to join us for Shri Neminath Panch Kalyanak Puja on Sunday, May 25th from 10 AM - 1 PM at the Jain Temple. The puja will be followed by Swamivatsalya lunch.


Please RSVP below by May 18th.



- Bhartiben Lalitbhai Shah Family

MUMUSKSHU SUNITABEN AND RISHIBHAI DIKSHA DETAILS

Pranam!

With heartfelt joy, we invite you to witness a truly divine moment!

On June 8th, 2025, Rishibhai and his beloved mother, Mumukshu Sunitaben, will be taking Diksha together — a rare and sacred milestone in their spiritual journey.

This auspicious event will be celebrated through a three-day spiritual celebration, Hemnaad from June 6th - 8th, 2025 , thoughtfully curated to include and inspire souls from around the world. Jains from the USA, Australia, Belgium, Canada, and many more places will be attending.

To make this experience inclusive, most functions will include live explanations in English, Hindi, and Gujarati — removing any language barriers.

Location: Shahpur Tirth, near Mumbai (Ride from the airport and major railway station in Mumbai will be provided)

Please see the attached Patrika for the detailed agenda.



We look forward to celebrating this extraordinary journey with you!

Jai Jinendra,
Diksha Planning Team

HELP TEMPLE, HELP YOURSELF!

Pranam,

As many of you know, our beloved temple has been serving the community for nearly 27 years. Over these decades, it has stood as a spiritual sanctuary, a cultural hub, and a place of peace, prayer, and togetherness.

However, with time comes increasing responsibility. The cost of maintaining and operating the temple has continued to rise steadily each year. In 2024 alone, we incurred over $600,000 in maintenance expenses, with the total operational cost exceeding $1 million. These costs include everything from utilities, repairs, and upkeep to day-to-day operations that allow us to continue serving the community in the best way possible.

Now more than ever, we need your generous support to help sustain our temple.

We are reaching out to every member of our community with a heartfelt appeal: please consider contributing just $1 a day — that’s $365 a year — to support the temple’s ongoing maintenance and operations.

This small, consistent commitment can make a big difference. You also have the option to pledge your support for multiple years, helping us plan ahead and maintain the temple with confidence and care.

Every dollar counts and every act of giving is a blessing. With your help, we can ensure that our temple continues to thrive for generations to come.



Thank you for your continued devotion and generosity.

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