Our first Parenting Workshop was a success! Over 40 parents participated in a discussion facilitated by Navneet K. Bains, an experienced family councillor with Moving Forward Services in Surrey. This workshop created a safe and welcoming environment for parents to ask questions and get support from other parents.
On Sunday afternoon, the Gurmat Center administration team and Seva Club members had the wonderful opportunity to attend a tree planting event hosted by WoMen Rise. During this event, Abbotsford community members collectively planted a total of 110 trees in celebration of Guru Nanak Dev Jee’s Gurpurb. We are so grateful to have taken part in this amazing initiative!
ਗੰਢੁ ਪਰੀਤੀ ਮਿਠੇ ਬੋਲ ॥
There is a bond between love and words of sweetness.
We were fortunate to have Bhai Parmvir Singh come out and facilitate a discussion on speaking sweetly for this month’s GCY event. After an interactive discussion, the youth engaged in several rounds of competitive dodgeball, followed by a pizza dinner! We hope to have Bhai Parmvir Singh come again soon!
A special Sunday Youth & Family Darbar was held yesterday in celebration of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s 550th Gurpurab. The Darbar started off with Kirtan followed by Katha by Bhai Gurkeerat Singh Jee and a Dhadhi performance. Prizes were also drawn and all students received a candy bag. Afterwards, Sangat enjoyed pizza and ice cream sandwiches for Langar. Thank you to all the Sangat that came out and celebrated with us! See event pictures here!
Seva Club & youth teachers were treated to dinner at Anand Pizza on Saturday. Ranging from ages 12 - 17, this is a special group of Sevadars that dedicate countless hours on a weekly basis to successfully run Gurmat Center. This appreciation dinner was a very small way to recognize their huge contribution to the organization. May Vaheguru Jee bless them with more Seva!
Children and parents came together at Gurmat Center to learn about Remembrance Day before attending the ceremony. Afterwards, families headed to the ceremony to remember those who gave up their lives. See event pictures here
On October 26, Beant Kaur Grewal's family went out to serve at the Salvation Army. Preparations began early Saturday. A team of 15 volunteers prepared the Langar and 6 volunteers went to serve the homeless and hungry. See event pictures here.
The first ever Shaheedi Smagam family movie night was a great success! Families gathered to watch the movie Kaum De Heere which follows the lives of Bhai Satwant Singh and Beant Singh. This movie night helped Sangat learn and reflect on the events of 1984, which will be further discussed at the annual Shaheedi Smagam taking place on October 31, 2019. See event pictures here
On October 26, 2019, Simran club members enjoyed a delicious waffle breakfast. Preparation began at 5:30 AM by Seva club, followed by waffle making at 7:00 AM by Simran club moms. The menu consisted of waffles, maple syrup, whipped cream, blueberry and strawberry sauce, white chocolate sauce, ice cream, and milk! If you'd like to sponsor or help prepare for the upcoming waffle breakfast on Saturday, November 30, 2019, contact the office now!
