Jain Center Los Angeles CA 1998 07 10th Anniversary of Jain Bhavan

Author(s): Jain Center So CA Los Angeles
Publisher: USA Jain Center Southern California

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Personal Perspectives of Members on Impact of Jain Center in Their Lives
Prakash and Kinna Gandhi
Jain center has been a special blessing for our family. It is an excellent vehicle to learn about the best religion of the world, no doubt. Vegetarianism and nonviolence is of paramount importance to me and without JCSC it would be impossible.
I feel a deep sense of pride when I see my kids going around the ants and bugs on the ground so they do not step on it. It gives me a sight of relief to know that when they go away from house to explore their independence, eating meat products and poultry or seafood will not be a part of that experience.
Among many activities in JCSC, I highly value religious classes for kids and adults. We all have learned a lot and kids practice a lot. We feel that they are on a right path. Year round visits from dignitaries and their lectures about many aspects of our religion are invaluable to us. We enjoy all rituals and Paryushana activities. JCSC has given us a place to identify with and has given us an opportunity to make many friends. It's a place for social gathering as well, which is important to our kids. Because of this, our kids will not get lost or confused and seeds of moral and religious values planted in their mind will grow when they are adults and away from JCSC. The positive influence of JCSC atmosphere will make it easier for them as well as us to make right choices in life.
Jain center has made a tremendous positive impact and we all feel fortunate to be a part of it.
Jainism is a very fascinating religion. Because of the interesting rituals, ceremonies, theories, and stories.
Parag Parekh (11)