The Integral Yoga Ministry
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If we embrace Sri Gurudev's teachings that each individual is a masterpiece of spiritual potential and that the earth is a learning center where Spirit interacts with matter and illusion, then it is a great gift to be allowed to serve, because it affirms, and finally teaches us, our interconnectedness. —Rev. Dhyani Simonini Inspired by Sri Gurudev's example, some of his senior students have made a formal commitment to a life of selfless service to humanity. Some students have chosen the path of Sannyas or monasticism. They have the title of "Swami" and are similar to monastics of other traditions. Sannaysis observe vows of renunciation and dedicated service to all. Other students of Sri Gurudev, while moved to dedicate themselves formally, did not feel that the monastic path was best suited for them. Therefore, in 1980, Sri Gurudev initiated the Order of Integral Yoga® Ministers. An Integral Yoga minister vows to grow and serve through living a yogic lifestyle under the spiritual guidance and teachings of Sri Gurudev. The ministers and Sannyasis of Integral Yoga serve the public in many ways, including performing weddings, blessings for newborns, memorial services, and other ceremonies. The Integral Yoga Ministry is an interfaith ministry. All faiths are respected and all people are served as children of the One God. |
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