Welcome To Our New CenterThe new Metuchen ECKANKAR Center is located at 323 Main Street in Metuchen, across the street from the Forum Theater. Parking in the rear of the building.

Basic Beliefs of EckankarHarold Klemp, the spiritual leader of Eckankar, describes the basic beliefs of Eckankar as follows:

e teachings of ECK dene the nature of Soul more carefully than do other current religions. Each person is Soul, a particle of God sent into the lower worlds (including earth) to gain spiritual experience. Puried by the spiritual exercises, he comes into contact with the Holy Spirit. His goal is spiritual freedom in this lifetime, aer which he becomes a Co-worker with God, both here and in the next woworld. Karma and reincarnation are primary beliefs.

Key to the ECK teachings is the Mahanta, the Living ECK Master. He has the special ability to act as both Inner and Outer Master for ECK students. He is the prophet of Eckankar, given respect but not worship. He teaches the sacred name of God, HU, which lis one spiritually into the Light and Sound of God, the ECK.

e ECK (the Holy Spirit) puries one of karma (sin), making it possible for him to accept the full love of God in this lifetime. en he gains wisdom, charity, and freedom.

PPersonal experience with the Light and Sound of God is the cornerstone of Eckankar. Of all the religions on earth today, Eckankar offers the most direct teachings on the Light and Sound of God. ese twin pillars are missing in whole or in part from the rest. People who truly nd these two aspects of God undergo a complete spiritual change. Life becomes fresh and new again, as it was in early childhood.

Programs for Spiritual Seekers

e Sound of Soul Event in your area.

People the world over gather together to sing HU. Singing HU, regardless of spiritual path, age, background or religion is an opportunity for anyone and everyone. You may bring family members or friends along to share the universal gi of HU. Here’s what happens at a Sound of Soul event. e group sings HU (pronounced hue) for about 20 minutes, sits quietly in contemplation for several miminutes, and shares in spiritual discussion and light refreshments. Singing this ancient love song to God begins to open your heart to more love and your awareness to new viewpoints and attitudes.

CentralMetuchen ECKANKAR Center 4th Sunday • 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. April 28th – May 26th – June 23rd SouthwestAcu-Health Center100 100 West Camden Avenue, Moorestown 2nd Sunday • 11:00 a.m. April 14th and June 9th

North Montclair ECKANKAR Center 2nd Friday • 7:30 p.m. April 12th – May 10th – June 14th

April/May/June 2019

Metuchen ECKANKAR Center, 323 Main Street Contact: Ann Martingale, 732-548-0492 or amartingal@aol.com

Sunday, April 7, 2019 Using Inner Guidance for Everyday Life Joyce Snyder SSunday, May 5, 2019 What is Spiritual Freedom? Harold Huggins Sunday, June 2, 2019 Keeping a Calm Heart in a Chaotic World Carol Stein

Note: ECK Light and Sound Services are held on the 1st Sunday, 11:00 a.m. of each month.

Howell Library, 318 Old Tavern Road, Howell Contact: Brad Burke, 732-892-1232 or rocketmannj@hotmail.com

Saturday, April 20, 2019 Replacing Fear with Love Elyce E. Singleton SSaturday, May 18, 2019 What is Life Teaching Me Now? Carol Stein Saturday, June 15, 2019 e Path of Spiritual Freedom Michael Stein Note: ECK Light and Sound Services are held on the 3rd Saturday, 11:00 a.m. of each month.

Montclair ECKANKAR Center, 11 Park Street Contact: Scott Wilson, 201-702-5488 or scottwilsonlms2@gmail.com

Sunday, April 28, 2019 e Blessings of Gratitude Steve Pitts SSunday, May 26, 2019 Shining Your Light as Soul Bill Sinnett Sunday, June 23, 2019 Animals are Soul, Too! Joni Wellness

Note: ECK Light and Sound Services are held on the 4 4th Sunday, 11:00 a.m. of each month.

Acu-Health Center, 100 West Camden Avenue, Moorestown Contact: Carol Stein, 609-424-3538 or carolstein@comcast.net

Sunday, May 12, 2019 Can You Love God More? CCharles Foley

Note: ECK Light and Sound Services are held on the 2nd Sunday, 11:00 a.m. of each month.

ECK Light and Sound ServicesMembers of all faiths are invited to participate in the ECK Light and Sound Service. is brings together three fundamental aspects of studying Eckankar: a reading from the ECK writings, singing and contemplating upon HU, the holy name of God, and a discussion of spiritual principles. Join others seeking to bring more insight into their lives at this special celebration of the Light and Sound of God.

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2019 Pennsylvania Regional Seminar

DIVINE GUIDANCE LISTEN TO THE INNER VOICEGuest Speaker – Bob Lawton

Friday, May 31 – Saturday, June 1, 2019 Presented by the Pennsylvania and DDelaware Satsang Societies. For more information go to

www.eckankar.org or www.eckankarofpa.org

5th Sunday Roundtables

Chelas and guests are warmly invited to attend one of the following small circle discussions led by an ECK Spiritual Aide (ESA)Sunday, June 30, 2019 • 11:00 a.m. A Life of Meaning is a Life of Giving

Montclair ECKANKAR Center, 11 Park StreetFFacilitator – Peggy Pilch Contact: Jennylind Lewis, 973-704-0269 or j1lew20@gmail.com

Metuchen ECKANKAR Center, 323 Main StreetFacilitator – Steve Pitts Contact: 732-548-0492 or amartingal@aol.com

Mike and Carol Stein’s Home, ChestereldFacilitator – Michael Stein CContact: Carol Stein, 609-424-3538 or carolstein@comcast.net

Book Discussions

Mt. Laurel Community Center (Music Room) 100 Mt. Laurel Road, Mt. Laurel Animals are Soul, Too! 3rd Friday • 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Contact: Charles Foley, 42010q@gmail.com or 610-864-4663 (text only)

MMetuchen ECKANKAR Center 2nd Saturday • 11:00 a.m. e Road to Spiritual Freedom Contact: Ed Kelly, 908-244-4943 or ebrassman@gmail.com

Spiritual Discussions

Metuchen ECKANKAR Center, 323 Main Street2nd Sunday • 11:00 a.m. April 14th – Spiritual Law of CreativityMay 12th – Spiritual Law of LoveJune 9th – Spiritual Law of Grace e Metuchen Public Library, 480 Middlesex Ave1st Sunday • 1:30 p.m.May 5th – Past Lives, Dreams and Soul Travel Workshop

Montclair ECKANKAR Center, 11 Park Street 1st Friday • 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. April 5th – e Spiritual Law of Attitudes May 3rd – e Spiritual Law of Change JJune 7th – e Spiritual Law of Plenty

Mt. Laurel Community Center 100 Mt. Laurel Road, Mt. Laurel 3rd Friday • 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. April 19th – e Spiritual Law of Creativity May 17th – e Spiritual Law of Nature

Center for Conscious Caregiving, (second oor) 1613 1613 Route 88 West, Brick • 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Saturday, May 4th – Dreams – Bridges to Your Inner Worlds Saturday, June 1st – Insights on Karma and Reincarnation Saturday, June 29th – Spiritual Wisdom on Life Aer Death

Attendees will receive a free copy of Sri Harold’s book on the subjects discussed.

Satsang Society of New Jersey, Inc.A Chartered A liate of ECKANKAR, The Path of Spiritual Freedom, PO Box 478, Iselin, NJ 08830 | 1-800-870-9139 www.eckankar.org www.eckankar-nj.org spirituality@ECKANKAR-nj.org

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“Through the word HU, the Light and Sound can get through the shutters that surround Soul and open It up again so the life within can come out.”

Harold KlempWhat is Spiritual Freedom!, Mahanta Transcripts, Book 11

Special EventOutdoor Spiritual Discussion

ANIMALS AND DIVINE LOVE EXPLORING OUR SPIRITUAL CONNECTION Saturday, June 15th • 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Laurel Acres Pavilion, Mt. Laurel Township Park, 1045 1045 South Church Street, Mt. Laurel

Refreshments and fellowship will follow hour long exploration