Sunday 8th May 2016 marked a landmark event in London that honoured the rich heritage of different cultures, the spirit of solidarity, and the universal goal of love.
On this day, at the historic Union Chapel in Islington, Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur UK (SRMD UK), organised a unique multi-faith concert, ‘Amazing Grace’, celebrating 50 glorious years of Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshbhai, a spiritual visionary and the founder of this Jain organisation. Echoing His beliefs of universal love and peace, this event commemorated interfaith harmony through a beautiful candle-lighting Unity Ceremony, where Faith representatives stood in solidarity side by side, followed by a glorious display of performances and spiritually uplifting music.
On this auspicious occasion, a charitable campaign to uplift underprivileged children in India by Shrimad Rajchandra Love and Care, an initiative of SRMD for service to society, was supported raising over £50,000.
Mayur Mehta, President of SRMD UK commented, “We are delighted that all major nine world faiths united in the spirit of togetherness and peace to celebrate Pujya Gurudevshri’s 50th year. Each faith expressed their devotion in their unique manner with a beauty that captivated and entralled the rejoicing multi-faith audience. At a time of rising conflicts, this was an important event to show that love and understanding are eternal values of all faiths.”
Special Guest speakers included Mr Navin Shah (London Assembly Member for Harrow & Brent), Deacon Reverend Jon Dal Din (Director of Westminster Interfaith) and Respected Samaniji Uaanat Pragyaji (Jain Vishva Bharati).
Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur is a global movement with over 80 centres worldwide, that endeavours to enhance the spiritual growth of seekers and benefit society. The Mission Statement is ‘Realise one’s True Self and serve others selflessly’. The inspiration for the Mission, Shrimad Rajchandraji, was the spiritual guide for Mahatma Gandhi and greatly influenced his philosophy of non-violence. Aligned to this is the message of tolerance, peace and love.
The event was filmed live for Sony SAB TV, the official TV broadcast partner of the Event.