JAINA Convention 2009 07 Los Angeles

Author(s): Federation of JAINA
Publisher: USA Federation of JAINA

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This complex will be for only religious & spiritual Columbia. JCSC has contributed towards one of purposes. the six divisions in Jaya Rehabilitation Institute & Research Center, at Bidada, Kutch.
Research & Study Complex - Our Spirit! Plans are underway to develop Phase III into a distinguished place where we can house JAINA library (largest collection of books of Jain Religion outside of India), have Pathshala classes & have facility for people to be involved in Studies & Research of Jain Religion, Rituals, Principles, & to learn about Jain Way of Life!
National & International Humanitarian work Our Pride!
Our Annual free Health fair has grown significantly & actually has truly become international as we have served not only nonJain Indian community but also others like Chinese, Whites, Blacks, Pilipino, Koreans etc. JCSC has crossed the boundaries when it comes to humanitarian work. We have been associated with Bidada Sarvodaya Trust in Bidada, Kutch for many years. Through Anekant Community Center; we have supported free medical/surgical camps in India, Zambia, &
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Volunteers - Our Force
All these achievements would not have been possible without the commitment, & hard work of our dedicated Volunteers! They have come from all sects & different economic backgrounds and have participated in all activities from computerize accounting, architecture, AV system, construction, dining, financing, library, maintenance, pathshala, rituals, sadharmik seva, etc. The Vision for JCSC is to be a leader in education and along with being a religious organization offer a vehicle to growing community for social change! We appear to be on our way.
Founded: 15 September 1975. Mandate: To practice, promote, and teach Jainism with no sectarian bias. Jain Bhavan: A first custom-designed Jain Bhavan was inaugurated in July 1988. Expansion: A multi purpose Jain Bhavan Complex in three-phases: Phase I: A 62,000 sq. ft. Cultural Complex (Auditorium & Pathshala) inaugurated 27 March 2005. Phase II: A 13,000 sq, ft. Religious Complex (Derasar & Aradhana Hall) - inaugurated 26 September 6 October 2008. Phase III: An
1 am sure you liked and enjoyed our facility. While our volunteers have tried our best to meet all your needs and yet if an error has occurred by anyone I beg your pardon on behalf of all of us-Michhami Dukkadam!!
JAIN CENTER OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA: BRIEF HISTORY
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Atma Sadhana Kendra (Library & Study Rooms) To follow.
Additional Features: 105-year Wooden Temple, JAINA/JCSC Library.
Pathshala: Initiated with 20 students in 1980's. Current enrollment 350 students with 70 teachers & volunteers.
Major Activities: Religious, Educational & Outreach Activities.
Affiliates: Mahavir Mahila Mandal, Jain Senior Association, Jain Center Youth Council (JCYC).
Notable Achievement: Proposed a concept in 1980 to unite all US and Canadian Jain communities under one umbrella organization, and founded JAINA in Los Angeles in 1981.