2023 Gurmat Retreat
Dearest beloved Sangat
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!
We are incredibly excited to announce the 2023 SYANA Gurmat Retreat is happening on Memorial Day (May 26 to May 29th) weekend.
This annual tradition brings together Sangat between the ages of 18-35 for a weekend of Gurmat learning, inspiration, and fun.
You can register at: https://buytickets.at/syana/852983
ਪਉੜੀ ॥
ਸਾ ਸੇਵਾ ਕੀਤੀ ਸਫਲ ਹੈ ਜਿਤੁ ਸਤਿਗੁਰ ਕਾ ਮਨੁ ਮੰਨੇ ॥
ਜਾ ਸਤਿਗੁਰ ਕਾ ਮਨੁ ਮੰਨਿਆ ਤਾ ਪਾਪ ਕਸੰਮਲ ਭੰਨੇ ॥
ਉਪਦੇਸੁ ਜਿ ਦਿਤਾ ਸਤਿਗੁਰੂ ਸੋ ਸੁਣਿਆ ਸਿਖੀ ਕੰਨੇ ॥
ਜਿਨ ਸਤਿਗੁਰ ਕਾ ਭਾਣਾ ਮੰਨਿਆ ਤਿਨ ਚੜੀ ਚਵਗਣਿ ਵੰਨੇ ॥
ਇਹ ਚਾਲ ਨਿਰਾਲੀ ਗੁਰਮੁਖੀ ਗੁਰ ਦੀਖਿਆ ਸੁਣਿ ਮਨੁ ਭਿੰਨੇ ॥੨੫॥
This year’s Theme will be Sikh Rehit Maryada.
We’re curating a weekend where we explore the various facets of personal & Panthic living as outlined by the Sikh Rehit Maryada.
There will be a healthy dose of discussion and reflection on how the practice and principles of Sikhi are understood, maintained and strengthened. Topics like Ardas, Panthic responsibility & perspectives, various Sanskaars, the history of the Sikh Rehit Maryada, and more will be covered.
ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਜੀ ਕਾ ਖ਼ਾਲਸਾ ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਜੀ ਕੀ ਫ਼ਤਹਿ॥
F.a.q.
Retreat will be held from May 26 – 29, 2023.
We are requesting Sangat to arrive by 6:00 PM on the Friday. We have to leave the campsite by 9:30 AM on Monday.
Anyone ages 18 to 35. Exceptions may be made on a case by case basis.
Retreat is being held at YMCA Camp Storer in Jackson, MI.
Address is: 6941 Stony Lake Road | Jackson, MI 49201
Campsite info: https://www.ymcastorercamps.org/
Registration fees are $190 USD and cover registration, lodging, activities and food.
SYANA attempts to make programming available to as many people as possible, and the fees are set at below cost.
If financial assistance is needed, please contact info@sikhyouthalliance.org
The YMCA Camp Storer offers a variety of activities and amenities at the campsite. Mornings and evenings are often cooler and afternoons can warm up significantly. The following is a list of suggested items for Retreat:
- Clothes for the weekend
- Jacket/sweater/shawl
- Toiletries
- Bath Towel
- Water Bottle
- Comfortable pair of shoes for walking
- Laundry bag
- Notebook & writing utensil
- Insect repellent
- Sunscreen
- Head covering (chuni, shawl, patka, dastaar, etc)
- Bedding: twin bed sheets, pillow & blanket*
*If you are flying in, we will provide a blanket and pillow for you. Please bring all other items.
If you have any further questions, please reach out.
Please out this form no later than Monday, May 15th. Please book all flights out of Detroit, MI (DTW) Flights should be scheduled to arrive in the morning/early afternoon of Friday, May 26th and depart in morning/early afternoon of Monday, May 29th*.
*If flights are cheaper, you are welcome to book to arrive Thursday and leave Tuesday. We’ll make arrangements for your stay those days.
You can reach out to:
Inderpal Singh: (847) 226.0690
Mandeep Singh: (314) 537.5669
email us at: info@sikhyouthalliance.org
or drop us a message on Instagram @syalliance
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6:00pm |
7:00pm |
Dinner | ||
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7:00pm |
7:45pm |
So Dar Raihras | ||
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7:45pm |
8:00pm |
Introduction | ||
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8:00pm |
9:00pm |
Moderators: Ameek Kaur (NJ), Balrpeet Kaur (MI) & Ujjal Didar Singh (OH) Description: Coming Soon... |
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5:00am |
6:00am |
Asa Kee Vaar (Optional) | ||
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6:00am |
8:30am |
Simran, Nitnem & Keertan | ||
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8:30am |
9:30am |
Breakfast | ||
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9:30am |
10:15am |
Moderator: Rubin Paul Singh (MD) Description: Coming Soon...
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10:15am |
11:45am |
Moderator: Mohanpal Singh (ON) Description: This workshop will focus on the importance of Simran, Nitnem and Ardaas as a daily practice in the life of a Sikh, as prescribed by the Sikh Rehit Maryada. |
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11:45am |
12:30pm |
Moderator: Balpreet Kaur (MI) Description: In this mini-workshop, we will explore the Sanskaars outlined in the Sikh Rehit Maryada, with a particular focus on the Antim Sanskaar as a collective practice of support and kinship. We will ask the question: what role do these practices play in the way we understand our personal and panthic participation and how can we design other practices to be with each other in grief and joy that stem from Gurbani & Sikh History? |
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12:30pm |
1:00pm |
Lunch | ||
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1:00pm |
3:00pm |
Canoeing | ||
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3:30pm |
5:00 pm |
Moderator: Santbir Singh (ON) & Jaspreet Kaur (ON) Description: Join us in an interactive workshop where we translate sections of the SRM related to the self and sangat. We will look at the historical and modern practical application of these through the lens of Gurbani. |
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5:00pm |
7:00pm |
Divaan | ||
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7:00pm |
8:00pm |
Dinner | ||
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8:00pm |
9:00pm |
Moderator: Santbir Singh (ON) & Jaspreet Kaur (ON) Description: Join us in an interactive workshop where we translate sections of the SRM related to the self and sangat. We will look at the historical and modern practical application of these through the lens of Gurbani. |
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9:00pm |
10:00pm |
Bonfire |
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5:00am |
6:00am |
Asa Kee Vaar (Optional) | ||
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6:00am |
8:30am |
Simran, Nitnem & Keertan | ||
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8:30am |
9:30am |
Breakfast | ||
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9:30am |
11:15am |
Moderator: Sangeeta Kaur (MI) & Kuldeep Singh (FL) Description: Journey through time in this review of how Amrit Sanchaar and Kandey Kee Pahul became an integral part to the life and discipline of GurSikhs. The revelation of the Khalsa to the masses was a pivotal point in world history. This workshop aims to discuss the nature and sovereignty of the Khalsa Panth, to bring a greater understanding of how this has impacted our personal lives and connections, and to reflect on unique perspectives from those who have experienced the gift of Khandey Kee Pahul. |
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11:15am |
12:00pm |
Moderator: Peer to Peer Description: Coming Soon ... |
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12:00pm |
12:30pm |
Lunch | ||
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12:30pm |
3:00pm |
Break | ||
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3:30pm |
5:00pm |
Moderator: Rubin Paul Singh (MD) DescriptionIn this workshop, we will explore the the origins and maryada of the Sarbat Khalsa, how it was used for consensus building and decision-making throughout history, and what it matters today Participants will engage in a series of simulations that require thoughtful consensus (based on baani, maryada, and ithihas) on the most pressing issues facing the Khalsa panth today! |
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5:00pm |
7:00pm |
Divaan | ||
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7:00pm |
8:00pm |
Dinner | ||
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8:00pm |
8:15m |
Closing Remarks | ||
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8:15pm |
8:30pm |
Feedback | ||
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8:30pm |
10:00pm |
Roundtable Discussion | ||
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10:00pm |
no end time |
Keertan Darbar |