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PAST EVENTS

Community Engagement: Paint with Friends – Feburary 1OTH, 2024
Toastmaster Speech Contest
JVBNA NJ hosted a speech contest for our "toasties" - our talented young Gyanshala graduates on April 21st, 2024. The contest
Path of Ahimsa, Mahavir Jayanti, Akshay Tritiya, Tribute to Gurus April 27th, 2024
JVBNA NJ Celebrated Path Of Ahimsa - Mahavir Jayanti, Akshay Tritiya & Tribute to Gurus,  under the guidance and presence
Awakening with Preksha Meditation Workshop – April 20th, 2024
JVBNA New Jersey witnessed a Preksha Meditation workshop conducted & guided by Samani Samatva Pragyaji & Samani Abhay Pragyaji on
Holi Milan – March 23rd, 2024
JVBNA NJ hosted a vibrant and enriching Holi Milan event on Saturday, March 23, under the esteemed guidance of Samani
Samaniji’s Swagat Samaroh February 24th, 2024
JVBNA NJ organized a warm Swaagat Samaroh to extend a heartfelt welcome to Samani Samatva Pragyaji and Samani Abhay Pragyaji
Preksha Meditation Workshop Health’s Gateway: Keys in your Hand December 10, 2023
JVBNA NJ participated in Preksha Meditation Workshop - Health's Gateway: Keys in your Hand -  led by Samani Kamal Pragyaji and Samani
Siddhi Mantra with Bhaktambar path & New Year Mangal Path January 1, 2024
JVBNA participated in Siddhi Mantra with Bhaktamar path lead by Samani Kamal Pragyaji and Samani Karuna Pragyaji on Jan 1st, 2024. JVBNA
Upsarg Stotra Anushtan & Mangal Kamana for Samanijis January 6, 2024
JVBNA New Jersey celebrated Upsarg Stotra Anushthan and Samani Kamal Pragyaji and Samani Karuna Pragyaji's Mangal Kaamna on December 6, 2024.
ENRICHMENT THROUGH SWADHYAY SESSIONS 2023
In December, we concluded a series of spiritually enriching Swadhyay sessions, gracefully led by Samani Kamal Pragyaji and Samani Karuna
JVBNA NJ Celebrates Gurudev Tulsi 27th Punya Tithi June 6, 2023
JVBNA New Jersey celebrated the 27th Mahaprayan Diwas of Acharya Shri Tulsi on June 6th under the guidance and presence
JVBNA NJ Annual Spiritual Family Camp June 16-18, 2023
JVBNA New Jersy’s annual spiritual family camp was held at Arsh Vidya from June 16th, 2023 to June 18th, 2023 under
JVBNA Applied Anuvrat Lecture Series June 24-25, 2023
JVB Orlando, London, Houston, New Jersey & Anuvrat Vishva Bharati Society- India organized a series of lecture on Applied Anuvrat on
Jaina Convention 2023
Samani Kamalpragyaji & Samani Karunapragyaji from New Jersey were invited to present their lecture at the 22nd Biennial JAINA Convention 2023 organized from
Painsathiya Anusthan July 29, 2023
JVBNA organized the powerful Painsathiya Jaap Anusthan under the guidance of Samani Kamalpragyaji & Samani Karunapragyaji on Saturday, July 29 at
Outdoor Group Walk/Hike Event May 13, 2023
JVBNA NJ series of Community Activities & Fun Events conducted on May13th, was an fun filled Outdoor Group Walk//Hike event. JVB members  gathered
Morning Prayer, Pranayam & Preksha Sessions 2023
In-person Swadhyay Sessions 2023
Preksha Meditation Workshop February 19, 2023
On Sunday February 19, 2023; Samani Dr. Chaitanya Pragyaji and Samani Dr. Him Pragyaji visiting from Miami conducted a very
Genetic Science and Karma Feb 26, 2023
JVBNA NJ organized an interactive pravachan session on Genetic Science and Karma led by Samani Chaitanya Pragyaji and Samani Him
JVB Toasties Gavel Club’s Speech Contest April 16th, 2023
JVB Toasties exhibited their talent by participating in Speech contest at JVBNA CPPM in front of valued audience.  Participants exhibited their knowledge
Interactive Swadhyay with Samanijis
On Sunday April 30, JVBNA memebers had the privilege to witness & communicate with Samani Kamal Pragyaji & Samani Karuna
Aagam Arpan Yojana – March 2023
JVBNA NJ members participated in the Agam Arpan Yojana Initiative launched in March 2023 by JVB Ladnun on the occasion of the
Virtual Parshvanath Jayanti Jaap Anushthan – Dec 18, 2022
A virtual Parshvanath Jayanti Jaap Anushthan was organized on December 18, 2022 under the auspicious presence of Samani Malay Pragyaji
Community Engagement Series – Health Awareness Panel – Jan 15, 2023
JVBNA, NJ initiated a new Community Engagement Series in the new year. The first event, a Health Awareness Panel, was organized on
Community Service – Gleaning
JVBNA NJ Gyanshala & Toastmaster Volunteers, along with Community Service team participated in a successful Gleaning event at Long Meadow Farm,
Gyanshala 2022-23
JVBNA NJ Gyanshala 2022-23 session was inaugurated on September 18, 2022 in the presence of legendary & learned JVBNA NJ board members. This
Youth Toastmaster Gavel Club 2022-23
JVB Toasties, a Toastmaster Gavel Club under the platform of JVBNA NJ Gyanshala, commenced with great enthusiasm in October 2022! This well structured
Book Reading & Discussion Club
As a way to encourage Swadhyay, a Book Reading club for adults was initiated on October 30, 2022. This club runs at
Gleaning with Gyanshala Families – Oct 22, 2023
Gyanshala kids and families helped collect varieties of ripe edibale apples that had fallen on the ground, filling in little
Bhiksu Swami Jaap – Sept 30, 2023
Under the gracious presence of Samani Kamal Pragyaji and Samani Karuna Pragyaji, JVBNA NJ presented NJ Bhiksu Swami Jaap Event
NJ Mahavir Nirvan Diwas & Diwali Milan – Nov 4, 2023
Under the gracious presence of Samani Malay Pragyaji and Samani Neeti Pragyaji, JVBNA NJ presented Mahavir Nirvan Diwas & Diwali
Gyanotsav – June 3, 2023
This June, Fulwari group hosted the JVBNA community to celebrate the hard work and dedication of our Gyanshala students and
Community service at senior citizen center – March 5, 2023
In an effort to pratically teach the values that are being taught in the class Science of Living, Gyanshala kids
Path of Ahimsa – Apr 22, 2023
JVBNA celebrated Path of Ahimsa--Mahavir Jayanti, Akshay Tritya,Tribute to Gurus program, in the presence of Samani Kamal Pragya ji and
Holi Milan – Mar 18, 2023
JVBNA celebrated Holi Milan sponsored by Khushhali Group comprised of 14 JVBNA families on March 18th 2023 at CPPM center.
Preksha Meditation Workshop – Feb 19, 2023
Samani Chaitanya Pragyaji and Samani Dr. Him Pragya ji visiting from Miami conducted very practical Preksha Meditation workshop on Leshya
JVBNA Family Camp – June 11, 2022
JVBNA Family Camp - June 11, 2022. Details to follow
Gyanotsav – June 5, 2022
Gyanotsav - June 5, 2022. Details to follow
Path of Ahimsa – April 30, 2022
UTSAV group--(Path of Ahimsa, Tribute to Gurus -Akshaya tritiya+Mahavir Jayanti) Saturday, April 23 or 30, 2022 (We are in the process
Holi – March 26, 2022
More info coming, if you want to be part of Holi Khushali group, kindly submit name to Vandana Nahata. (This
Logassa Jaap Anusthan
JVBNA will celebrate under the auspicious guidance of Samani Sanmati Pragya ji and Samani Jayant Pragya ji Jaap Anusthan. Please
JVBNA 20th Anniversary – 18 Dec, 2021
JVBNA will celebrate under the auspicious guidance of Samani Sanmati Pragya ji and Samani Jayant Pragya ji.
Mahavir Nirvan & Diwali
JVBNA celebrated Mahavir Nirvan & Diwali cultural event on 13th Nov, 2021,  under the auspicious guidance of Samani Sanmati Pragya ji
Bhikshu Teras
  The replay of the event can be watched at Youtube Live: https://youtu.be/hE8MRlY9qoo
Tulsi Bhajan Contest
Path of Ahimsa
When: MAY 22, 2021 @ 11:00 AM EST Zoom: Join via Zoom Youtube: Watch on JVBNA Youtube channel
Varshitap Anumodna & Akshay Trithya
JVBNA, will have special session for all Varshitap tapasvis on May 13th, 2021. Under the esteemed guidance of Samani Sanmati
Morning Bhaktambar
DAILY 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM EST – SPIRITUAL REJUVENATION Get a spiritual and energetic start to your day. Sessions
Arhant-Vani
This THURSDAYS ONLY (8:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST) sessions only focus on Jain Agam studies and lectures. All sessions
Yog Nidra
This is a daily session held 9:00 PM - 9:30 EST via JVBNA official zoom sessions, and broadcasted live on
Swagat Samaroha
JVBNA welcomes Samani Sanmati Pragya ji and Jayant Pragya ji. Samaniji delivers messages from Gurudev and set the stage for
Karmawad
We are pleased to announce -🔊 First Time ever Jain Vishwa Bharti, North America is offering a "Certification course on
Donation Benefits
Donation Category Amount Benefits Danveer $3,001 All benefits of Punyamitra + Free half or quarter page in Gyanshala magazine (Adv or
7 Wonders of Life
by Samani Malay Pragyaji and Samani Neeti Pragyaji from JVBNA, New Jersey Live on YouTube : https://youtu.be/3RiOuUFTaqE YouTube channel: JVBNA
Journey from Micro to Macro
By Samani Malay Pragyaji. As a part of Acharya Mahapragya Centenary Celebration, JVBNA invites you to a special Sunday session
Freedom From Sorrow
By Samani Neeti Pragyaji Details of the Acharya Mahapragyaji Centenary Series - Sunday Special talk 24 May: 9 AM EDT
How To Think
By Samani Malay Pragyaji 17 May: 9 AM EDT / 2 PM BST / 6:30 PM IST YouTube: https://youtu.be/Gj6NNIlh9gk YouTube
Bhajan Samaroh
Under the auspicious guidance of Samni Malay Pragyaji and Samni Neeti Pragya Ji, JVBNA organized Bhajan Samaroh to celebrate MahaPragya Pranayaan
Yoga
JVBNA-NJ (Center for peace and preksha meditation) is organizing a 4 class course on Yoga in South Plainfield, NJ. The
Jainism 101- Online Classroom
Dec 31, 2016 marked the successful conclusion of the first year of JVBNJ Online Classroom that was launched under the
Vipakshrut Agam Workshop
Under the auspicious guidance of Samani Sanmati Pragyaji and Samani Jayant Pragyaji, a 7 Day weekend Vipakshrut Agam workshop was
Gyanshala & Youth Forum Community Project
On Dec 10, 2016, JVBNJ Gyanshala & Youth Forum children embarked on their annual holiday community project to aid the
Diwali Milan
The JVBNA families celebrated Diwali Milan on November 12 under the guidance of Samani Sanmati Pragyaji & Samani Jayant Pragyaji
Chakra Cleansing & Healing Workshop
On November 5th, JVBNA hosted a Chakra Cleansing and Healing workshop led by renowned yogi, Swami Maheshananda Saraswati at the
Mahavir Nirvan Jaap & New Year Mangal Path
Under the auspicious guidance of Samani Sanmati Pragyaji and Samani Jayant Pragyaji, JVBNA organized Mahavir Nirvan Jaap on Sunday, Oct
Kshamapana, Bhikshu Jaap, Bhakti Geet Gunjar
JVBNA celebrated Kshamapana, Bhikshu Jaap, and Bhakti Geet Gunjar with Maestro Sudhir Narain, under the auspicious presence of Samani Sanmati
Know Yoga, Know Yourself – A Workshop
JVBNA hosted a special session on yoga and meditation under the guidance of Yogi Omprakash Ji Maharaj on September 10
Paryushan Parva
Paryushan Parva was celebrated during August 30 to September 6, 2016. During that week, under the auspicious presence of Samani
A Presentation on “Anekantvad, Nayavad, and Syadvad and their implications for inter-religious relations” with Dr. Jeffery Long
JVBNA hosted a special presentation on "Anekantvad, Nayavad, and Syadvad and their implications for inter-religious relations" with Dr. Jeffery Long,
Lifestyle and Diet for preventing and reversing Heart Disease and controlling Diabetes, High BP, and Obesity – Workshop with Dr. Bimal...
On July 10, JVBNA hosted a workshop with Dr. Bimal Chhajer, renowned cardiologist from India, at the JVBNA Center for
International Yoga Day & Launch of Saturday Morning Yoga & Preksha Meditation Sessions
Under the auspicious guidance of Samanijis, JVBNA celebrated International Yoga Day with the launch of weekly Saturday morning Yoga and
Bhajan Sandhya
Bhajan Sandhya was held on June 14th at the JVBNA Center for Peace and Meditation under the auspicious presence of
Annual Spiritual Family Camp
Annual spiritual family camp was held from June 10th to 12th at Arsh Vidya, PA under the blessings of Acharya
Gyanshala and Youth Forum Annual Day Celebrations
Gyanshala and Youth Forum Annual Day was celebrated on 5th June, 2016 at the JVBNA Center for Peace and Meditation
Preksha Meditation
The word Preksha is derived from the root iksha, which means 'to see'. When the prefix ‘Pra is added, it
Swadhyay
JVBNA Gyan-Sabha comprises Adult Swadhyay Sessions that are conducted weekly or bi-weekly by Samanijis and by members/guest under Samanijis’ guidance.
Gyanshala
Through the instruction of Jainism and Science of Living, JVBNA Gyanshala strives to impart to its students, life skills for
Youth Forum
Enabling the development of the right character in our youth (teens) is an integral part of JVB-NJ’s mission.  This is
Online Classes
Online Classroom is a structured platform to refine the knowledge of Jainism, its philosophy and principles. Jainism 101 is conducted by disciples of
Pakshik Pratikraman & Samayik
Pakshik Pratikraman is held at the JVBNA center every Pakkhi (14-15 days) at 7:30 PM. Please call for dates. Samayik is held every Saturday
Path of Ahimsa Mahavir Jayanti, Akshay Tritya and Tribute to Gurus – May 7, 2016
JVBNA celebrated Path of Ahimsa - Mahavir Jayanti, Akshay Tritiya and Tribute to Gurus - on May 7, 2016 at the JVBNA Center for
Samanjis’ Swagat Samaroh – April 9, 2016
A Swagat Samaroh was held on April 9, 2016 at the Center for Peace and Meditation for Samani Sanmati Pragyaji
Holi Milan – Mar 19, 2015
Holi Milan was a significant event for JVBNA this year, not only because of the significance of the festival itself
Maryada Mahotsav – Feb 12-14, 2016
Under the auspicious guidance of Samani Satya Pragyaji and Samani Rohini Pragyaji, JVB New Jersey celebrated Maryada Mahotsav on Feb
Orlando Camp – Jan 15-18, 2016
A 21 member JVB New Jersey delegation attended the 20th Annual Spiritual Camp organized by JVB Orlando over the MLK weekend, Jan 15-18. The
New Year Jaap, AGM, EC Oath – Jan 1, 2016
JVBNA New Jersey celebrated the New Year 2016 at the JVBNA New Center at South Plainfield, under the auspicious guidance of Samani Dr.
Inaugural Jaap at the JVBNA New Center – Dec 16, 2015
December 15, 2015 will go down in the history of JVBNA as an important milestone. A vision of a bigger
Gyanshala Holiday Drive – Dec 13, 2015
On December 13th, 2015 under the auspicious guidance of respected Samani Satya Pragyaji & Samani Rohini Pragyaji, JVBNJ Gyanshala students, parents, and teachers conducted
8 Day Weekend Gyata Dharma Katha Agam Workshop – Nov/Dec 2015
Under the auspicious guidance of Samanijis, JVBNA members embarked on their annual month long Agam workshop on Saturday, Nov 21,
Diwali Milan, Tulsi Janma Jayanti, JVBI Rajat Jayanti Celebration – Nov 14, 2015
“The festival of Deepawali is associated with light. Restraint is the highest light. The festival that is connected to Shraman
Diwali Jaap – Nov 11, 2015
On November 11th, JVB members participated in Mahavir Swami and Gautam Swami Jaap on the auspicious day of Diwali under
Conflict Resolution Workshop – Oct 31, 2015
A workshop on Conflict Resolution and Anekantavada was organized on Oct 31 under the guidance of Samanijis. The workshop started with
1st Youth Forum – Oct 23, 2015
Along with the start of the new school year, JVBNA successfully kicked off its Youth Forum with the first meeting
Santhara Workshop – Oct 18, 2015
On Oct 18, a workshop was organized on ‘Understanding Santhara’ under the guidance of Samani Satya Pragyaji and Samani Rohini
Paryushan Parva
Paryushan Parva was celebrated during September 10-17. During that week, under the auspicious presence of Samani Bhavit Pragyaji and Samani
DISCUSSING THE IMPORTANCE OF VACCINES
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HOW TO BECOME A GOOD VOLUNTEER
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AWAKENING
GATHERING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN
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PROVIDING PENS FOR CHILDREN
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MEDICAL CHECKUP CAMP FOR CHILDREN IN AFRICA
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Jaina Convention 2015
JVBNA Participates in Jaina Convention 2015 Four Samanijis along with many members from JVBNA community attended the Jaina convention in
Spiritual Family Camp
JVBNA conducted this year's Spiritual Family Camp Understanding Joy & Sorrow from June 12th – 14th at Arsh Vidya, PA.
Gyanshala Annual Day
Gyanshala Annual Day was held on June 7, 2015 at Franklin Temple in the presence of Samani Vikas Pragyaji and
Akshay Tritiya
Akshay Tritiya was celebrated in the auspicious presence of Samani Shukla Pragyaji and Samani Unnata Pragyaji, on May 2, 2015,
Holi Milan
On Sunday, March 14, the families of JVBNA gathered at Six Mile Run Church for the colorful celebrations of Holi
Well-Being Workshop
A Workshop with Samani Shuklapragyaji & Samani Unnatapragyaji The workshop, with Samanijis, held on March 8, was a very interesting
New Year Jaap
JVBNA hosted New Year Jaap along with Samanijis' pravachan, Annual General Meeting, and Executive Committee Oath ceremony on January 1,
8-Day Upasak Dasha Agam Workshop – Nov/Dec 2014
An 8-Day Upasak Dasha Agam Swadhyay started at JVBNA on Nov 15. Agams are holy Jain scriptures that portray the
Diwali Milan
The festive occasion of Diwali Milan and Acharya Tulsi Centenary Celebration on October 25th at the Six Mile Run Church started
Diwali Jaap
On the morning of Diwali, on Oct 23, Samanijis led a session of Jaap at the JVBNA center. The session
Samanijis lead Prayer at NJ Assembly – Sep 29, 2014
Samani Bhavitpragyaji and Samani Sanghpragyaji were invited to the NJ Assembly to lead a prayer session on Monday Sept 29,
Kshamapana Diwas – Sep 13, 2014
JVBNA celebrated Kshamapana and Bhikshu Jaap Diwas on September 13, 2014 under the guidance of Samani Bhavitpragyaji and Samani Sanghpragyaji.
Blood Drive
JVBNA conducted its first blood donation drive on Saturday, September 6, 2014. The drive was conducted in collaboration with American Red Cross
Paryushan and Samvatsari
Evening Samayik, Pratikraman, and Pravachan were held at VFW Hall at South Plainfield, NJ, on all 8 days of Paryushan
Children’s Prayer Session at Center – July 2016
The children’s prayer session is ongoing on Tuesdays starting on July 1st to August 1st at 6:30 PM - 7:30
Gyanshala Annual Day – Jun 15, 2014
JVBNA Gyanshala Annual Day for Year 2013-­14 was celebrated on June 15th following the Annual Spiritual Family camp. Samanijis ­-
Annual Spiritual Camp – “Let us Learn to Live”
JVBNA Annual Spiritual Camp "Let us Learn to Live" was conducted from June 13th to 15th at Arsh Vidya, PA.
Akshay Tritiya – “Path of Ahimsa”- May 10, 2014
Akshay Tritiya, one of the most auspicious functions of Jainism, was celebrated with numerous cultural programs on May 10, 2014
Samanijis’ Swagat Samaroh – Apr 5, 2014
We are very fortunate to welcome Samani Bhavit Pragya ji and Samani Sangh Pragya ji to the JVBNA center. An
Holi Milan – Mar 22, 2014
Holi Milan was a festive occasion celebrated among many JVBNA families on March 22nd at Six Mile Run Church, Franklin
New Year, AGM, EC Oath – Jan 1, 2014
JVBNA celebrated its New Year program on Jan 1, with blessings from Samani Sanmati Pragyaji and Samani Jayant Pragyaji. The