Jain Digest 1995 04

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

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Invitation to Twin Events!!!
PRATISTHA MAHOTSAV and JAINA Convention-95
To: All Jain Centers Presidents and Directors:
Do you know that you are going to play a very, very important role at convention because of your leadership position in your Jain community and you are our link to your sangh? Each one of the presidents and directors will be recognized with a distinguished looking badge. And... in a procession, July 2, Sunday, you will be walking in a distinguished group of people with the floats!!!
As a JAINA convention coordinator and convener, we are honored and privileged to cordially invite you and your JAIN Sangh to a great historic Twin Events in Chicago, Ill. from June 28 through July 4, 1995. Let me share with you the enormous benefits that are awaiting you!!! And why you and your center, should participate.
1. This will be the largest gathering of all Jains in North America ever. We are anticipating more than 10,000 Jains during this twin events. Can you really afford to miss this historic opportunity?
2. Your YOUTH can participate quite a few different ways:
a. Exhibition: Youth with artistic and engineering talents can create a visual display of various Jain concepts and principles. Exhibits can be more dynamic and participative.
b. Raas-Garba Competition: Youth with music, and dance talents can bring a team with a help of a director to participate in the cultural events. Of course the song must be a Jain Stavan. Your youth will learn more about Jain concept through music, dance and fun.
c. Essay Competition: Youth with writing and research ability can enter into this competition and express their thoughts about Jainism.
d. Art Competition: Do you have youth who love to draw or have creative ability?
e. Academic Bowl: Bring your sharp, resourceful youth talents with a great memory to this event and win prizes.
f. Seminars and workshops: Or simply participate in panel discussions and exchange of ideas on various subjects on Jain Way of Life.
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