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Prayers for Bangladesh
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Prayers for Bangladesh

The international ISKCON Governing Body Commission Executive Committee (EC), under the Chairmanship of Guru Prasada Swami, and with the support of the global Communications Ministry, is calling upon all devotees and friends of ISKCON to offer prayers for our fellow Vaishnavas and other minorities in Bangladesh. Temple communities are asked to offer the following special...

Building Bridges at St. Alban’s Cathedral
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Building Bridges at St. Alban’s Cathedral

A vibrant interfaith program took place at St. Alban's Cathedral, bringing together individuals from various religious backgrounds to share their faiths to foster understanding, and work towards a stronger, more harmonious community.

An Interfaith Breakfast with the Prime Minister
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An Interfaith Breakfast with the Prime Minister

Sir Keir Starmer, the Prime Minister of the UK, invited faith leaders from different traditions to join him for breakfast on Thursday, November 14th.

Visakha Dasi, representing ISKCON Bhaktivedanta Manor, was pleased to hear Mr Starmer emphasise the importance of faith to the fabric of UK society.

A treasured form of Srila Prabhupada
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A treasured form of Srila Prabhupada

On the auspicious occasion of Srila Prabhupada’s disappearance day, Srila Prabhupada’s disciples from throughout the UK were invited to Bhaktivedanta Manor to worship Srila Prabhupada, make offerings of gratitude to him, and receive a special gift.

Celebrating Diwali across central London
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Celebrating Diwali across central London

Devotees have been on the front-line of special Diwali events across Westminster, Central London. As a public opener, Diwali in London (DiL) celebrations brought colour and joy to thousands in Trafalgar Square. Krishna Sanjay das is one of the founders and key Committee members of DiL. Senior representatives of ISKCON, including Visakha dasi, Vinay Tanna,...

Temple President addresses Hate Crime Awareness in Parliament
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Temple President addresses Hate Crime Awareness in Parliament

The Women’s Faith Forum held its second event in Parliament – Hate Crime Awareness – Women Rise Up Hosted by Sarah Sackman KC MP, Solicitor General, on the first day of National Hate Crime Awareness Week, faith leaders, campaigners and MPs addressed the room in their embodiment of both the strength of activism and the pain of...

Light has power over darkness
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Light has power over darkness

On Sunday 13th October, Bhaktivedanta Manor staged a special Dusshera festival.

The festival of Dusshera pays tribute to an epic battle between good and evil, resulting in deity Lord Rama’s victory over 10-headed demon king Ravana.

World’s Best School Awards
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World’s Best School Awards

Avanti House Secondary School has been short-listed in the World’s Best School Awards under the category Health and Well-being, for its quality teaching of yoga and meditation.