| Sunday, Sep 12, 2010- Sai News & Photo Updates: Today, this weekend Sunday turned out to be the most gratifying day for a group of privileged parents! These parents were honoured by Bhagawan Himself, a Divine Reward for their rightful decision to educate their children in Sathya Sai Institutions followed by their parental 'consent' permitting these children to stay back, serving in various Prasanthi institutions. 
Photo source: sssbpt.org - web graphic layout - saibabaofindia.com "SBOI" | The group known as "Sai Sannidhi" has a total strength of 191 former students who are employed in various institutions, namely, Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust, Sri Sathya Sai Sadhana Trust, Twin Super Specialty Hospitals in Prasanthi and Whitefield, Twin General Hospitals in Prasanthi and Whitefield, Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, Prasanthi Nilayam and Brindavan Campuses etc. 
Photo source: sssbpt.org - web graphic layout - saibabaofindia.com "SBOI" | Poornachandra was set with all the participating parents and their children readied themselves in advance, as early as at 1530 hrs. (03:30 p.m.) Arrangements had been meticulously made so that Bhagawan could spend time with each family. Interesting videos of Bhagawan's visit to Sri Sathya Sai Panduranga Kshetra, Pune and videos of Old Brindavan days were screened as the group sat waiting for The Divine arrival. 
Photo source: sssbpt.org - web graphic layout - saibabaofindia.com "SBOI" | Coming into the hall at 1730 hrs. (05:30 p.m.) Bhagawan moved into the rows, satisfying each family, blessing them, answering their queries, showering Akshatas (sanctified rice). As one of the speakers mentioned, Bhagawan interacted with each family as if He was part of their family. Yes, it goes without saying Bhagawan is part of each and every family. 
Photo source: sssbpt.org - web graphic layout - saibabaofindia.com "SBOI" | Bhagawan spent more than an hour and a half moving amongst the families. Subsequently, Bhagawan moved onto the specially erected dais. Mementoes, unique as each member had his name written on the packet containing the souvenir were distributed. Each member family had a special gift as well. Two short speeches followed; Sri Sai Sundrenath, Teacher, Sri Sathya Sai Higher Secondary School expressed his feelings in a succinct way, blurting his joy on Bhagawan showering so much for all the members and their families. The next speaker Sri Sanjay Sahni, Principal, Brindavan Campus, Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning who expressed his gratitude to Bhagawan. He said in a voice of pride and gratitude, "Bhagawan, Your Sannidhi (proximity) is our greatest Pennidhi (wealth)". He also echoed the feelings of all members that Bhagawan has bestowed upon them the opportunity to play a part in His mission when thousands are waiting for such a cherished golden opportunity! The glorious session came to an end with Mangala Arathi at 1925 hrs. (07:25 p.m.) Entire Sai Sannidhi participants were served with breakfast, traditional lunch and dinner during the day.
Photo source: sssbpt.org - web graphic layout - saibabaofindia.com "SBOI" | Back in the Mandir, bhajans were on, not amplified through public address system. It was a lengthy wait for the week-end assembly. Waiting for the Lord becomes an enduring pleasure once your heart seeks His presence with selfless love....Bhagawan arrived just after 1930 hrs. (07:30 p.m.) and the bhajans got in to a crescendo with public address system turned on. Coming for a complete round, Bhagawan, as usual, moved further into the ladies' end, for a full length, before turning about to come on to the verandah. Moving on through the lower verandah, Bhagawan went into the bhajans hall, Exiting through the main entrance, Bhagawan came onstage at 1950 hrs. (07:50 p.m.). One more bhajan, and Bhagawan nodded for Mangala Arathi. After the Arathi, Bhagawan asked for an encore of "Samastha Lokaaha..." As blessed prasadam went for distribution, Bhagawan sat for a while before moving off, retiring to Yajur Mandiram beyond 2000 hrs. (08:00 p.m.) bringing curtains down on yet another glorious week! || Samastha Lokaaha Sukhino Bhavanthu ||
Text & photo source - copyrights: Sri Sathya Sai Sadhana Trust - sssbpt.org - Radiosai.org Prasanthi Diary - Sri Sathya Sai Media Foundation - h2hsai.org . | Web layout - Photo design : saibabaofindia.com "SBOI" |
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