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Prison Project - SYMC Seattle Update

"Salutations to Shri Guru. In order to receive the true understanding of the world, (I consider you to be) my father, my mother, my brother, and my God." (Translation of verse # 35 of Sri Guru Gita, The Nectar of Chanting, page 16). It is with this understanding that Swami Muktananda established the Siddha Yoga Prison Project in 1979, in order to bring the teachings and the grace of the Siddha Yoga Masters to incarcerated seekers.

This glorious seva (selfless service) supports the Siddha Yoga teachings and practices for sevites as well as for our incarcerated seekers. The Prison Project continues with the intention and blessings of Gurumayi Chidvilasananda, our Siddha Guru, and is an expression of her respect and love for all humanity.

Sevites from our Center are currently visiting four facilities in Washington State, located at Monroe, Stafford Creek, McNeil Island, and the Washington Correction Center for Women (WCCW). An introductory program was offered at McNeil Island on June 30, 2007. And earlier this year a Meditation Pilot Project was conducted at WCCW. Sevites will continue to work with the new chaplain for regular visits.

If you are interested in learning more about the Seattle Siddha Yoga Prison Project, please send an email to info@symcseattle.org or leave a phone message at 206-417-7282. More detailed updates are also posted on the Information Board at our Center.

If you wish to contribute books by Gurumayi or Swami Muktananda, there is a donation bin in the community room at the Center. We welcome new sevites, and we welcome your prayers for the continued thriving of this precious seva.