What we’re about
This group is operated by the New York Satsang Society, Inc., A Chartered Affiliate of Eckankar, October 1, 2022. Welcome to ECKANKAR: Exploring Spirituality in the Hudson Valley.
You can learn more about ECKANKAR at: eckankar.org
This Meetup provides information about public ECK activities in the Hudson Valley area, all of which are open to the general public, who are warmly welcomed to attend.
ECK Community HU Chants
Explore your potential for greater happiness, love, and understanding by chanting HU
It is scientifically proven that there are many benefits of chanting a sacred sound. All are invited to participate in chanting the sacred word HU. HU is an ancient name for God, and the benefits of chanting it include a sense of inner peace, insights into challenges, improved health, attunement with one’s spiritual nature, and a greater awareness of life and love. Hosted by New York Satsang Society Inc., a chartered affiliate of Eckankar, Religion of the Light and Sound of God.
The Community HU Chant, which lasts for about 12 minutes, is open to people of all faiths, cultures, and backgrounds.
Hear the sound of HU at [www.HearHU.org](http://www.hearhu.org).
ECK Light and Sound Services
You are warmly invited to attend an ECK Light and Sound Service.
Each service focuses on an aspect of Eckankar, and features a reading from the ECK works, a HU chant, and a group discussion of spiritual principles at work in daily life.
Services may also include creative arts, a talk, or a video excerpt of a talk by Harold Klemp, the spiritual leader of Eckankar. The ECK Light and Sound Service lasts about an hour. Join others seeking to bring more divine love into their lives at this special celebration of the Light and Sound of God.
ECK Spiritual Discussions
ECK Spiritual discussions include roundtable discussions focused on the many facets of living the spiritual life in today's world. Discuss how past lives, dreams and Soul Travel help you find God.
Are you one of the millions who have heard God speak to you through a profound spiritual experience? Did you understand it or find it puzzling? The Voice of God speaks to us today; and you don't need to be a prophet or saint to hear It. You can share your spiritual experiences with others at an ECK Spiritual Discussion forum. Topics may include : Karma, Reincarnation, Love, What is Eckankar, and how to solve problems spiritually.
Upcoming events (4+)
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How do you align your inner compass with the highest?
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, for about twelve minutes. Then join in an exploration of the spiritual topics that arise from this inner focus.
“When you sing HU, this name for God, you’re saying, ‘I open myself to the will of God. Not as I will, but as Thou wilt.’ You look to some direction higher than yourself.”
—Harold Klemp, The Sound of Soul, p. 19
You are warmly invited to join us for this online Sound of Soul Event, “Letting God Speak to You” on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 12:30 pm-1:30 pm. All are welcome!
HU is a sacred mantra—the Sound behind all sounds. An ancient name for God, HU is a carrier of love between God and Soul. Singing HU can bring healing for body, mind, and spirit. It enables you to open your heart to experience the miracles that occur when you give and receive love.
Monica Shelmandine, the facilitator for this Sound of Soul Event, is looking forward to sharing the HU with you and exploring the heart-opening power of this sacred mantra.
Would you like to create your own Soul Adventure? Guests who attend our event will be able to download a unique workbook and journal, titled Raise Your Spiritual IQ!, that offers creative techniques and spiritual exercises. To learn more about this journal you can visit Eckankar’s Official YouTube channel to view this short, just over a minute, video by clicking on this link: Experience Journal video
More Information:
This event will be hosted on Zoom. The Zoom link will be sent to those who register. You can also join by phone; the phone number and link will also be sent in an email on the day of the event.
For more Eckankar events in New York State, please visit our web page at: https://eckankar-ny.org - Network event21 attendees from 8 groups hostingGod’s Love in ActionLink visible for attendees
Explore ways to recognize God’s presence in the miracles around you.
In this ECK Light and Sound Service, you will have the opportunity to experience the heart-opening sound of HU, delve deeper into your relationship with Divine Spirit, and discover spiritual practices that can elevate and enrich every aspect of your life. You will also partake in a facilitator-led small group discussion where personal stories and experiences about manifesting our highest potential can be shared.
“God’s love is all around us all the time, so much so that most people are unaware of it. We take God’s love for granted because it’s as commonplace as the grass, the trees, the birds. It’s so commonplace that we overlook it, even forget about it.
“God’s love flows equally to all people. But all people do not recognize God’s love equally, because everyone's state of consciousness is different.”
—Harold Klemp, Our Spiritual Wake-Up Calls, Mahanta Transcripts 15, p. 153
We welcome you to this ECK Light and Sound Service, “God’s Love in Action” on Sunday, June 15, 2025, 11:00 am–12:15 pm.
This is a hybrid event that can be viewed online through Zoom or attended in-person at the New York City ECK Center located at: 4 West 43rd Street, Suite 503, NY, NY 10036.
Scott Alfieri, a member of the ECK clergy, will be officiating online. Both locations will offer facilitator-led small group discussions.
Would you like to create your own Soul Adventure? Guests who attend our event online will be able to download a unique workbook and journal, titled Raise Your Spiritual IQ!, that offers creative techniques and spiritual exercises. Those who attend in person will get their own personal copy.
More Information
Attendees who register using Meetup will receive an email from the Meetup Organizer on the day of the event with the Zoom link and Zoom phone access numbers.If you want to attend online but prefer to not join Meetup at this time, you may email a request for the Zoom link and phone access information by contacting Rita at rita_mcs@outlook.com
For more Eckankar events in New York State, please visit our website at
https://eckankar-ny.org - Network event23 attendees from 8 groups hostingLiving a Soul-Directed LifeLink visible for attendees
Discover the HU, a mantra that can uplift people of any religion, culture, or walk of life.
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.
“Soul exists because God loves It.
“You are Soul. In Its pure form, nothing is more elegant or regal than Soul, for It is the handiwork of the Creator.
“Yet life is a mystery until we begin to understand that we can be the creators of our own world. In truth, what we are today is a creation of that which we have made from the past. There is a way to change the future.
“Sing HU, this ancient name for God. Open yourself to the guidance, insights, love, and wonder of Divine Spirit raining Its blessings into your life. Silently say, ‘Thy will be done’ with all your trust and gratitude.”
—Harold Klemp, The Sound of Soul, p. 37
You are warmly invited to join us for this online Sound of Soul Event on Monday, June 16, 2025, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm. All are welcome!
HU is a sacred mantra—the Sound behind all sounds. An ancient name for God, HU is a carrier of love between God and Soul.
Monica Shelmandine, the facilitator for this Sound of Soul Event, is looking forward to sharing the HU with you and exploring the heart-opening power of this sacred mantra.
More Information
Would you like to create your own Soul Adventure? Guests who attend our event will be able to download a unique workbook and journal, titled Raise Your Spiritual IQ!**, that offers creative techniques and spiritual exercises.This event will be hosted on Zoom. The Zoom link will be sent to those who register. You can also join by phone; the phone number and link will also be sent in an email on the day of the event.
For more Eckankar events in New York State, please visit our web page at: https://eckankar-ny.org
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Sing HU and connect with the Divine Being.
You are warmly invited to join like-hearted people in chanting HU, a name for God, with love for about 12 minutes, ending with a few moments of silent contemplation. Then explore how this simple spiritual exercise, whether in times of trouble or inner peace, leads you to truth—to the Divine Being.
“Times to chant HU include when you are in trouble. When things are not going well at the office, when you’ve had a bad day or someone else is having a bad day and you happen to be lower on the pecking order, you might sing HU.
“It’s a love song to God, a connection between Soul and the Divine Being, the Ancient of Days. If you really care about finding truth, sing HU.”
—Harold Klemp, The Sound of Soul, p. 40
Join us for this online Sound of Soul event, “Find Truth When You’re in Trouble,” on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, from 12:30 pm–1:30 pm. All are welcome!
HU is a sacred mantra—an ancient name for God. It is a carrier of love between God and Soul. You are Soul, a divine spark of God, and HU is the Sound of Soul! Singing HU with love every day will connect you with the Source of all truth.
Each Sound of Soul Event is a sacred occasion—an authentic and unique spiritual adventure. We look forward to exploring the unlimited blessings of the HU with you.
Would you like to create your own Soul Adventure? Guests who attend our event will be able to download a unique workbook and journal, titled Raise Your Spiritual IQ!, that offers creative techniques and spiritual exercises. To learn more about this journal you can visit Eckankar’s Official YouTube channel to view this short, just over a minute, video by clicking on this link: Experience Journal video
More Information:
This event will be hosted on Zoom. On the day of the event, the Zoom link and phone-in access numbers will be sent in an email to all who have registered.For more Eckankar events in New York State, please visit our web page at: https://eckankar-ny.org
Past events (661)
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