NYC Metro Area & L.I.
Events occurring within the next 7 days are marked with ★.
There are two ways to register for an online event (required, in order to receive a link):
1. Send an email to the address provided in the event description. Depending on The event, it could be one of the following:
● spiritualservices.gnyc@gmail.com
● The Arahata’s email.
2. For public events only: Via Meetup (if listed there).
Current & Ongoing Events
► Public: Special Events
► Public: Recurring Events
► Public: ECK Spiritual Discussions
ECK Students Only Events
► ECK Book Discussions
(ECK students only)
► New ECK Satsang Classes
(ECK students only)
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►In-Person:
The Secret Way
NEW
(Sun, 08/09/26, 09/13/26, 10/11/26, 11:00 am—12:30 pm)
(2nd Sundays)
► Quarterly Spiritual Discussions
(ECK students only)
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►In-Person:
The Golden Leaf (H.I.)
NEW
(Thu, 07/09/26, 7:00 pm—8:30 pm)
(quarterly, 2nd Thursdays)
► Special Interest Circles
(ECK students only)
► Chela HU Chant
(ECK students only)
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Inner
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Zoom
(Every Friday: 7:00 am, 12:00 pm, 7:00 pm, 12:00 am)
(Every Friday 7:00 pm—7:30 pm)
► H.I. HU Chant
(ECK students only)
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Inner
(Every Monday: 12:00 pm—12:30 pm, 9:00 pm—9:30 pm)
► One-Time or Quarterly Chela Events
(ECK students only)
Come join us in any or all events.
We offer:
● Sound of Soul Event (6:15 pm—6:50 pm)
● Special spiritual event/discussion (7:00 pm—8:15 pm)
● Contemplation space
● Conversations with like-minded seekers
● Fellowship (8:15 pm—9:00 pm)
Questions? Email eckcenternyc@gmail.com
We offer:
● Sound of Soul Event (6:15 pm—6:50 pm)
● Special spiritual event/discussion (7:00 pm—8:15 pm)
● Contemplation space
● Conversations with like-minded seekers
● Fellowship (8:15 pm—9:00 pm)
Questions? Email eckcenternyc@gmail.com
Public Events
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In-Person Multiple Events
4th Saturdays, 1:00 pm—3:00 pm
4th Saturdays, 1:00 pm—3:00 pm
Next Session: Saturday, 06/27/26
►1:00 pm—1:30 pm: HU Chant
►1:30 pm—2:00 pm:
Fellowship and Refreshments
►2:00 pm—3:00 pm:
ECK Roundtable Discussion:
►1:00 pm—1:30 pm: HU Chant
Led by an ECK Spiritual Aide.
Led by ECK Spiritual Aide Michael Cavallo.
The most important point of all is that you are Soul.
Know that you are a spark of God and can exist fully only within the realization of that profound truth.
As such, you are a light and inspiration to others.
— Harold Klemp
This event takes place every 4th Saturday, and is hosted in person. Location: PianoPiano Studios, 37 West 65 Street, 4th floor, New York, NY 10023 .
You are welcome to invite your friends and family to the ECK Roundtable Discussion.
Please note: Roundtable discussions are limited to 12 participants per discussion, and seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Know that you are a spark of God and can exist fully only within the realization of that profound truth.
As such, you are a light and inspiration to others.
— Harold Klemp
This event takes place every 4th Saturday, and is hosted in person. Location: PianoPiano Studios, 37 West 65 Street, 4th floor, New York, NY 10023 .
You are welcome to invite your friends and family to the ECK Roundtable Discussion.
Please note: Roundtable discussions are limited to 12 participants per discussion, and seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
ECK Light & Sound Service
(on Zoom)
3rd Sundays, 11:00 am—12:15 pm
3rd Sundays, 11:00 am—12:15 pm
Next Session: Sunday, 06/21/26
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Love is the force that returns Soul to God. For the path of truth starts in the heart, and the journey home to God begins with meeting the Mahanta in either a dream or in person.
The Spiritual Exercises of ECK give strength and comfort, for the simple daily contemplations give one a stronger bond with the Divine Being.
We call the path of ECK the Easy Way.
— Harold Klemp, The Living Word Book 2, p. 48
During this service, you can experience singing HU, the ancient name of God, to open your heart to love. Time is set aside to give you the opportunity to share your own stories or just listen, if you prefer, to what other people say about the nature and gifts of service.
This event will be hosted on Zoom. The Zoom link will be sent to those who register (see instructions below). You are welcome to invite your friends and family, but please do not forward the meeting link. Ask them to RSVP directly.
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Love is the force that returns Soul to God. For the path of truth starts in the heart, and the journey home to God begins with meeting the Mahanta in either a dream or in person.
The Spiritual Exercises of ECK give strength and comfort, for the simple daily contemplations give one a stronger bond with the Divine Being.
We call the path of ECK the Easy Way.
During this service, you can experience singing HU, the ancient name of God, to open your heart to love. Time is set aside to give you the opportunity to share your own stories or just listen, if you prefer, to what other people say about the nature and gifts of service.
This event will be hosted on Zoom. The Zoom link will be sent to those who register (see instructions below). You are welcome to invite your friends and family, but please do not forward the meeting link. Ask them to RSVP directly.
To RSVP (if you wish to attend online via Zoom):
Email
spiritualservices.gnyc@gmail.com
A Zoom link will be sent to you.
or
Click
here
to register on Meetup (once the event gets published there).
Sound of Soul
(on Zoom)
Every Tuesday, 12:30 pm—1:30 pm
Last opportunity to join this class!
Every Tuesday, 12:30 pm—1:30 pm
Last opportunity to join this class!
Next Session: Tuesday, 06/16/26
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Come for an inspiring experience of personal chanting and contemplation with the uplifting sound of HU, an ancient mantra, that opens the heart to the love of God. Then join in an exploration of the spiritual topics that arise from this inner focus.
ECK Book Discussions
(For ECK students)
The Shariyat-Ki-Sugmad
(for ECK students only, on Zoom)
3rd Saturdays, 10:00 am—11:30 am
(for ECK students only, on Zoom)
3rd Saturdays, 10:00 am—11:30 am
Next Session: Saturday, 06/20/26
Arahata: Rodney Jones
Assistant: David Rosenthal
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As threads in cloth are woven and interwoven, as the particles of water fabricate the sea, all things in the spiritual worlds and all things in the material worlds are woven and fashioned of the ECK. All in existence, whether entire or in parts, is the ECK only.
— The Shariyat-Ki-Sugmad, Book one, p. 25
You are warmly invited to The Shariyat-Ki-Sugmad book discussion.
Dear ECK Family,
What a blessing it is to be a chela of the Mahanta, The Living ECK Master, during these changing times. We carry his living presence within our hearts as the winds of change swirl, and move, throughout the world. You are invited to continue your exploration of the Shariyat-Ki-Sugmad. Go within and meet the Master. There, in the stillness of the heart, the living Shariyat will be revealed, and offered in the holy temple within. Bring an open mind, an open heart, and your love for the Mahanta.
Each moment of study and contemplation of the Shariyat-Ki Sugmad offers a window into the divine truths of the Sugmad. Each chapter frames the perfection of the Sugmad in a way that makes it accessible. The words are like so many doors, offering passage to sublime truths. Love is the source of the Shariyat-Ki-Sugmad and all of the words that it contains. It is the source of the heavenly white music that flows in wave after wave, in sheets of sound without ending.
God awaits the seeker in the words and light of the Shariyat.
In ECK with love…in love with ECK…
Rodney Jones & David Rosenthal
Arahata: Rodney Jones
Assistant: David Rosenthal
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As threads in cloth are woven and interwoven, as the particles of water fabricate the sea, all things in the spiritual worlds and all things in the material worlds are woven and fashioned of the ECK. All in existence, whether entire or in parts, is the ECK only.
You are warmly invited to The Shariyat-Ki-Sugmad book discussion.
Dear ECK Family,
What a blessing it is to be a chela of the Mahanta, The Living ECK Master, during these changing times. We carry his living presence within our hearts as the winds of change swirl, and move, throughout the world. You are invited to continue your exploration of the Shariyat-Ki-Sugmad. Go within and meet the Master. There, in the stillness of the heart, the living Shariyat will be revealed, and offered in the holy temple within. Bring an open mind, an open heart, and your love for the Mahanta.
Each moment of study and contemplation of the Shariyat-Ki Sugmad offers a window into the divine truths of the Sugmad. Each chapter frames the perfection of the Sugmad in a way that makes it accessible. The words are like so many doors, offering passage to sublime truths. Love is the source of the Shariyat-Ki-Sugmad and all of the words that it contains. It is the source of the heavenly white music that flows in wave after wave, in sheets of sound without ending.
God awaits the seeker in the words and light of the Shariyat.
In ECK with love…in love with ECK…
Rodney Jones & David Rosenthal
To RSVP (required):
● Email
soundpath@gmail.com
.
A Zoom link will be sent to you.
ECK Essentials
(in person)
(for ECK students only)
● 3rd Fridays, 7:00 pm—8:15 pm, Six Sessions
06/19/26, 07/17/26, 08/21/26, 09/18/26, 10/16/26, 11/20/26
Location: PianoPiano Studios, 37 West 65 Street, 4th floor, New York, NY 10023
(in person)
(for ECK students only)
● 3rd Fridays, 7:00 pm—8:15 pm, Six Sessions
06/19/26, 07/17/26, 08/21/26, 09/18/26, 10/16/26, 11/20/26
Location: PianoPiano Studios, 37 West 65 Street, 4th floor, New York, NY 10023
Next Session: Friday, 06/19/26
Arahata: Tom Lloyd
Assistant: TBD
Contact: Chris, spiritualservices.gnyc@gmail.com , 917-710-5030
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Arahata: Tom Lloyd
Assistant: TBD
Contact: Chris, spiritualservices.gnyc@gmail.com , 917-710-5030
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The Holy Fire of ECK, Book 4
(Book Discussion for H.I.s, on Zoom)
● 1st Thursdays, 7:30 pm—9:00 pm
(Book Discussion for H.I.s, on Zoom)
● 1st Thursdays, 7:30 pm—9:00 pm
Next Session: Thursday, 07/02/26
Arahata: Anne Marie
Assistant: Jeanne Suggs
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Arahata: Anne Marie
Assistant: Jeanne Suggs
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Public ECK Spiritual Discussions
★★★★★
ECK Satsang Classes
(For ECK students)
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● Open to ECK students who are, or have been,
enrolled in the particular discourse series.
● New classes are open to new participants joining
during the first three discourse lessons.
● Satsang meetings are either in-person or virtual
(i.e. by Zoom or phone).
● Students are asked to attend only one ECK
Satsang class at a time.
enrolled in the particular discourse series.
● New classes are open to new participants joining
during the first three discourse lessons.
● Satsang meetings are either in-person or virtual
(i.e. by Zoom or phone).
● Students are asked to attend only one ECK
Satsang class at a time.
The Secret Way
(on Zoom)
2nd Sundays, 11:00 am—12:30 pm
Last opportunity to join this class!
2nd Sundays, 11:00 am—12:30 pm
Last opportunity to join this class!
Starts: 08/09/26
Next Session: Tuesday, 08/09/26
Arahata: Frank Derasmo
Assistant: TBD
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Next Session: Tuesday, 08/09/26
Arahata: Frank Derasmo
Assistant: TBD
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This Satsang class is open to all students of ECKANKAR who live within New York State or Bermuda, and who have their own copy of the discourse. You may join the class up to and including the third session. After that, the class will be closed to new members.
REMINDER: As stated in the ECK Classes Guidelines, p.5, “Because of the special spiritual focus of each discourse series, chelas are asked to attend only one ECK Satsang class at a time.”
REMINDER: As stated in the ECK Classes Guidelines, p.5, “Because of the special spiritual focus of each discourse series, chelas are asked to attend only one ECK Satsang class at a time.”
The ECK Satsang Discourses, First Series
(on Zoom)
1st Saturdays, 1:00 pm—2:00 pm
Last opportunity to join this class!
1st Saturdays, 1:00 pm—2:00 pm
Last opportunity to join this class!
Started: 05/02/26
Next Session: Saturday, 07/04/26
Arahata: Jim Youngs
Assistant: TBD
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Next Session: Saturday, 07/04/26
Arahata: Jim Youngs
Assistant: TBD
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This Satsang class is open to all students of ECKANKAR who have their own copy of the discourse. You may join the class up to and including the third session. After that, the class will be closed to new members.
REMINDER: As stated in the ECK Classes Guidelines, p.5, “Because of the special spiritual focus of each discourse series, chelas are asked to attend only one ECK Satsang class at a time.”
REMINDER: As stated in the ECK Classes Guidelines, p.5, “Because of the special spiritual focus of each discourse series, chelas are asked to attend only one ECK Satsang class at a time.”
To RSVP (required):
Please send your name, phone number (optional), and email address to Jim Youngs at youngsjames22@gmail.com
Please send your name, phone number (optional), and email address to Jim Youngs at youngsjames22@gmail.com
The ECK Dream 1 Discourses
(on Zoom)
4th Wednesdays, 7:00 pm—8:00 pm
Last opportunity to join this class!
4th Wednesdays, 7:00 pm—8:00 pm
Last opportunity to join this class!
Started: 05/27/26
Next session: Wednesday, 06/24/26
Arahata: Sally Pentoney
Assistant: Grant Pentoney
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Next session: Wednesday, 06/24/26
Arahata: Sally Pentoney
Assistant: Grant Pentoney
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This Satsang class is open to all students of ECKANKAR who have their own copy of the discourse. You may join the class up to and including the third session. After that, the class will be closed to new members.
REMINDER: As stated in the ECK Classes Guidelines, p.5, “Because of the special spiritual focus of each discourse series, chelas are asked to attend only one ECK Satsang class at a time.”
REMINDER: As stated in the ECK Classes Guidelines, p.5, “Because of the special spiritual focus of each discourse series, chelas are asked to attend only one ECK Satsang class at a time.”
To RSVP (required):
Please send your name, phone number (optional), and email address tos.pentoney@gmail.com
Please send your name, phone number (optional), and email address to
The ECK Dream 2 Discourses
(on Zoom)
3rd Wednesdays, 7:30 pm—8:45 pm
Last opportunity to join this class!
3rd Wednesdays, 7:30 pm—8:45 pm
Last opportunity to join this class!
Started: 05/20/25
Next session: Wednesday, 06/17/26
Arahata: Peggy Youngs
Assistant: Ted Allen
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Next session: Wednesday, 06/17/26
Arahata: Peggy Youngs
Assistant: Ted Allen
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This Satsang class is open to all students of ECKANKAR who have their own copy of the discourse. You may join the class up to and including the third session. After that, the class will be closed to new members.
REMINDER: As stated in the ECK Classes Guidelines, p.5, “Because of the special spiritual focus of each discourse series, chelas are asked to attend only one ECK Satsang class at a time.”
REMINDER: As stated in the ECK Classes Guidelines, p.5, “Because of the special spiritual focus of each discourse series, chelas are asked to attend only one ECK Satsang class at a time.”
To RSVP (required):
Please send your name, phone number (optional), and email address to youngspeggy30@gmail.com
Please send your name, phone number (optional), and email address to youngspeggy30@gmail.com
Soul Travel 1—The Illuminated Way
(on Zoom)
1st Tuesdays, 7:30 pm—8:30 pm
Last opportunity to join this class!
1st Tuesdays, 7:30 pm—8:30 pm
Last opportunity to join this class!
Starts: Tuesday, 08/04/26
Next Session: Tuesday, 08/04/26
Arahata: Marji LaBella
Assistant: Bill Labella
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Next Session: Tuesday, 08/04/26
Arahata: Marji LaBella
Assistant: Bill Labella
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This Satsang class is open to all students of ECKANKAR who live within New York State or Bermuda, and who have their own copy of the discourse. You may join the class up to and including the third session. After that, the class will be closed to new members.
REMINDER: As stated in the ECK Classes Guidelines, p.5, “Because of the special spiritual focus of each discourse series, chelas are asked to attend only one ECK Satsang class at a time.”
REMINDER: As stated in the ECK Classes Guidelines, p.5, “Because of the special spiritual focus of each discourse series, chelas are asked to attend only one ECK Satsang class at a time.”
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The Mystic World
Online Spiritual Discussion (for all ECK students)
(on Zoom or by phone)
Quarterly: Usually 4th Thursdays of: January, April, July, October
7:30 pm—9:00 pm
(on Zoom or by phone)
Quarterly: Usually 4th Thursdays of: January, April, July, October
7:30 pm—9:00 pm
Next Session: Thursday, 07/23/26
Arahata: Eric Chifunda
Assistant: Shabri Foy
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If you want to lift yourself to a higher state of consciousness – so that the political issues, the family issues, the social issues of the day do not throw you out of balance, so that you can find a happier, more contented life while you’re living here – sing HU, the most beautiful prayer.
— Harold Klemp, The Sound of Soul, p. 33
Dear ECK Friends,
We are happy to invite you to a discussion on the latest Mystic World issue. The Mystic World is imbued with pearls of wisdom embedded in the stories so well written. The epicenter of these stories reflects principles of ECK, which may act as a bridge to the inner God worlds, wherein jewels of higher truths lay. Therefore, the stories in the Mystic World may help set the stage for receiving the Light and Sound of God. Such an opportunity can inspire students to further inquire into the privileged profound wisdom of ECK, which can bring about spiritual awakening, thus increased ability to recognize and understand how the Mahanta is guiding, teaching, and protecting students in their daily life. With such increased awareness of the Mahanta’s role in one’s life, students may develop a deeper love bond and appreciation for the Mahanta. And with gratitude, the students’ hearts can open to divine love. Love is the motivating prime mover that can ultimately lead one to experience God consciousness. We continue to go through unique and challenging times. Take heart in knowing that the Mahanta is always with all students, irrespective of where they are.
We look forward to a Soul-to-Soul discussion on the Mystic World with all of you.
With love in ECK and heartfelt gratitude,
Eric Chifunda, Arahata
Shabri Foy, Assistant Arahata
Arahata: Eric Chifunda
Assistant: Shabri Foy
We will discuss the March 2026 edition of The Mystic World back to top
If you want to lift yourself to a higher state of consciousness – so that the political issues, the family issues, the social issues of the day do not throw you out of balance, so that you can find a happier, more contented life while you’re living here – sing HU, the most beautiful prayer.
Dear ECK Friends,
We are happy to invite you to a discussion on the latest Mystic World issue. The Mystic World is imbued with pearls of wisdom embedded in the stories so well written. The epicenter of these stories reflects principles of ECK, which may act as a bridge to the inner God worlds, wherein jewels of higher truths lay. Therefore, the stories in the Mystic World may help set the stage for receiving the Light and Sound of God. Such an opportunity can inspire students to further inquire into the privileged profound wisdom of ECK, which can bring about spiritual awakening, thus increased ability to recognize and understand how the Mahanta is guiding, teaching, and protecting students in their daily life. With such increased awareness of the Mahanta’s role in one’s life, students may develop a deeper love bond and appreciation for the Mahanta. And with gratitude, the students’ hearts can open to divine love. Love is the motivating prime mover that can ultimately lead one to experience God consciousness. We continue to go through unique and challenging times. Take heart in knowing that the Mahanta is always with all students, irrespective of where they are.
We look forward to a Soul-to-Soul discussion on the Mystic World with all of you.
With love in ECK and heartfelt gratitude,
Eric Chifunda, Arahata
Shabri Foy, Assistant Arahata
To RSVP (required):
A Zoom link will be sent to you.
The Golden Leaf
Online discussion for H.I.s
(on Zoom or by phone)
Quarterly: Usually 2nd Thursdays of: January, April, July, October
7:00 pm—8:30 pm
(on Zoom or by phone)
Quarterly: Usually 2nd Thursdays of: January, April, July, October
7:00 pm—8:30 pm
Next Session: Thursday, 07/09/26
Arahata: Eugenia Nascimento
Assistant: TBD
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Note: This discussion will be based on the March 2026 issue of The Golden Leaf.
Arahata: Eugenia Nascimento
Assistant: TBD
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Note: This discussion will be based on the March 2026 issue of The Golden Leaf.
To receive the Zoom link, Email spiritualservices.gnyc@gmail.com
Special Interest Circles
(For ECK students)
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ECK Musicians Circle
1st Saturdays 11:00 am—12:30 pm, on Zoom
(Summer hiatus: June, July, August)
1st Saturdays 11:00 am—12:30 pm, on Zoom
(Summer hiatus: June, July, August)
ECK Artists Circle
2nd Tuesdays 7:00 pm—8:30 pm, on Zoom
2nd Tuesdays 7:00 pm—8:30 pm, on Zoom
Chela HU Chant (on Zoom)
● Every Friday 7:00 pm—7:30 pm
Contact: Rita rita_mcs@outlook.com
Chela HU Chant (inner)
● Every Friday at 7:00 am, 12:00 pm, 7:00 pm, 12:00 am
H.I. Chant (inner)
● Every Monday: 12:00 pm—12:30 pm, 9:00 pm—9:30 pm
● Every Friday 7:00 pm—7:30 pm
Contact: Rita rita_mcs@outlook.com
Chela HU Chant (inner)
● Every Friday at 7:00 am, 12:00 pm, 7:00 pm, 12:00 am
H.I. Chant (inner)
● Every Monday: 12:00 pm—12:30 pm, 9:00 pm—9:30 pm
Quarterly Chela Meeting
(by Phone only)
Usually 2nd Saturdays of: January, April, July, October
10:30 am—11:30 am
(by Phone only)
Usually 2nd Saturdays of: January, April, July, October
10:30 am—11:30 am
Next Session: Saturday 07/11/26
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All chelas are invited!
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All chelas are invited!
To RSVP (required):
Email spiritualservices.gnyc@gmail.com
Kindly join the meeting a few minutes before the event to help facilitators start the service on time.
Email spiritualservices.gnyc@gmail.com
Kindly join the meeting a few minutes before the event to help facilitators start the service on time.
