Teacher
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Sita Michelle Coltrane
Location
Program Description
Join us for a special Kirtan service in celebration of the anniversary of the birth of Swamini Alice Coltrane Turiyasangitananda. Led by Alice’s daughter, Sita Michelle, let us come together, in thankfulness, as we honor Swamini’s extraordinary life and being.
In the 1970’s, Alice Turiya Coltrane became a student of Swami Satchidananda. It proved to be a life altering educational experience and Alice became immersed in devotion and elevation for the rest of her years on earth. Her music and teaching, which we will hear in this special service celebrating her birthday, reflect her lifelong study, and incorporate the many threads of her musical and devotional life which began with her playing in the Baptist church in Detroit as a young girl.
Together we will honor the legacy of musicianship and devotion to god consciousness in these times when our world so needs to hear and be inspired by her dedication to humanity.
Let there be Peace on Earth
ORDER OF SERVICE
- Altar and Garland Offerings and Silent Prayers (5 min)
- Divine Discourse Excerpts (20 min)
- Musical Selection from Kirtan (5 min)
- Reading (selected reading from Turiya’s writings) (5 min)
- Bhajan Chanting (led by Sita Michelle, with accompanying keyboard and voices 15 -20 min)
- Closing Prayers (5 min)
“I pray that all people acknowledge the truth that is God, and will look within to the true light of hope, peace, and divine love; and know that it comes from God, and that there is no other possible way to obtain it, such that you are edified in your heart, uplifted unto the spirit, and that you have made true spiritual progress in advancement Godward. Strive on!”
-A.C. Turiyasangitanandaii
This is a hybrid event, taking place both in person at Integral Yoga and online.