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+)
See all- Network event20 attendees from 8 groups hostingGod Speaks With Divine Love When You ListenLink visible for attendees
Connect to Divine Spirit with a simple spiritual exercise.
At this Sound of Soul Event, you are invited to join others in chanting HU, an ancient mantra for about twelve minutes, followed by a short time in contemplation. This will be followed by a spiritual discussion in which you are invited to share your spiritual experiences, your ideas, and your ask questions.
“So the highest anyone can aspire to is a life of high creativity, but always guided by the force of divine love.”
—Harold Klemp, The Sound of Soul, p. 74
Lynne Latella, a long-time student of ECKANKAR warmly invites to join us for this online Sound of Soul Event on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 12:30 pm–1:30 pm. All are welcome!
HU is 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.
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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 videoThis event will be hosted on Zoom. The Zoom link and phone-in access numbers will be sent to those who register 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 7 groups hostingSoul Travel—Voyage into the Higher WorldsLink visible for attendees
Discover your natural ability to experience the heavenly worlds through Soul travel.
Join us for an interactive discussion on how your inherent desire for God can help you connect with your higher nature and expand your consciousness through Soul Travel. Learn techniques and spiritual exercises to explore the God Worlds that lie beyond the physical planes. Achieve a heightened awareness by examining your daydreams, night-dreams, contemplations, and Soul Traveling. Share your stories and experiences as we delve into these spiritual realms together.
“Soul Travel is therefore a bridge. It arches over the gulf that keeps the human from the divine. It is a natural but unrecognized talent that develops with the Spiritual Exercises of ECK.”
—Harold Klemp, ECKANKAR—Key to Soul Travel, p. 74
You are warmly invited to our second online spiritual discussion on “ECKANKAR—Key to Soul Travel, on Sunday, September 14, from 11:00 am–12:00 pm.
If you missed the first spiritual discussion on Sunday, August 10, 2025, don't worry! We will help you catch up on the key ideas and join in on the ongoing conversation. Don't miss out on this second enlightening discussion based on the transformative booklet ECKANKAR—Key to Soul Travel by Harold Klemp.
The booklet ECKANKAR—Key to Soul Travel, written by Harold Klemp, the spiritual leader of ECKANKAR, will be given to all attendees as a link in the Zoom chat box that can be downloaded. Although is not necessary to have the booklet before the event, you can also read or download it, free of charge, at this link: https://www.eckankar.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Key-to-Soul-Travel.pdf
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
The discussion will be hosted on Zoom. An email with the Zoom link and phone-in information will be sent to those who RSVP on the day of the event.
For more information regarding local events in the Rochester, NY area call 585-288-4721 or email us at eckankarrochesterny@gmail.com
The ECKANKAR Center of Rochester is located at 312 W. Commercial St. E. Rochester.
For more Eckankar events in New York State taking place online or in person, please visit our NY ECK website at: https://eckankar-ny.org
- Network event9 attendees from 5 groups hostingLiving Daily in the Presence of God—Sharing our Strategies of LifeECK Center of Central New York, Manlius, NY
Awaken to an awareness of the presence and gifts of God in your daily life.
Divine Spirit is guiding us in every moment in our lives. Join us for this ECK Light and Sound Service as we explore the many ways to recognize and tune into God’s presence. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience the sacred sound of HU, explore ways to help recognize the wisdom we receive in daily life, and share methods of how we practice the presence of divine love. Attendees are welcome to participate in a group discussion where spiritual strategies and experiences can be shared.
“When the ECK comes into your life—and many of you at times find the secret of the power, the secret of the Cosmic Force working in your life—It is working, during those magical moments of a day when no matter what you touch, it turns out right. Everything you do seems to have the blessing of God upon it. It’s a day when you can’t do anything wrong; everything is right and you are aware of this. This is living in the presence of God.”
—Harold Klemp, Journey of Soul, p. 228
You are warmly invited to attend an Eckankar in New York sponsored in-person ECK Light and Sound Service, titled, “Living Daily in the Presence of God—Sharing our Strategies of Life” to be held on Sunday, September 14, 2025, 11:00 am–12:15 pm. Eckankar welcomes people of all faiths and backgrounds.
This service will take place at The ECK Center of Central New York, 206 E. Seneca St., Suite H, Manlius, NY 13104.
Jim Youngs, a member of the Eckankar clergy, will officiate this service. He looks forward to sharing stories and strategies that help us live in the presence of the divine.
Would you like to create your own Soul Adventure? Guests who attend our event will receive 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 using this link: Experience Journal video
More information:
If you would like more information or if you prefer to RSVP by email, contact Susan Ensminger at localdirectorcentralny@gmail.comFor more Eckankar events in New York State taking place online, in person, or as a hybrid event, please visit our webpage at: https://eckankar-ny.org
- Network event6 attendees from 5 groups hostingDreams—A Doorway to Inner WorldsNew Hartford Public Library, New Hartford, NY
Discover how dreams can awaken your spirituality!
Embark on a transformative journey understanding your dreams, where you can delve into the depths of your spiritual nature and gain a deeper understanding of your inner worlds. Join us for a stimulating discussion on the nature of dreams as the starting point on your spiritual journey and discover the techniques to interpret your own dreams to expand your consciousness. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the limitless possibilities of your spiritual journey.
“The study of dreams is an art, a highly interesting spiritual endeavor. It gives deep satisfaction to all who wish to learn more about themselves through personal experience.
“Above all, dreams are of priceless spiritual worth to us, because they open our personal road to heaven.”
— Harold Klemp, ECKANKAR—Key to Dreams, p. 4
You are warmly invited to attend the Eckankar in New York sponsored, in-person spiritual book discussions titled “Dreams—A Doorway to Inner Worlds,” to be held at 2 Library Lane, New Hartford, NY 13413 (New Hartford Public Library, Sammon Room, downstairs).
The first spiritual discussion for this three-session series took place on Monday, August 18, 2025. We will review key ideas and continue the conversation on the following evenings listed below.
Come to one or come to both!
• Monday, September 15, 2025, 6:15 pm–7:30 pm.
• Monday, October 17, 2025, 6:15 pm–7:30 pm.The booklet ECKANKAR Key to Dreams, written by Harold Klemp, the spiritual leader of ECKANKAR, will be given to all attendees.
Ted Allen, a long-time student of Eckankar, will facilitate the event. He hopes you bring your stories, your experiences, and your life-long spiritual insights.
All are welcome!
Guests who attend our event will also receive 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 using this link: Experience Journal video
More Information:
This event is presented by Eckankar in New York. (This event is not affiliated with or sponsored by the New Hartford Library.)
If you would like more information or if you prefer to RSVP by email, contact Susan Ensminger at localdirectorcentralny@gmail.com
For more Eckankar events in New York State taking place online, in person, or as a hybrid event, please visit our webpage at: https://eckankar-ny.org
Past events (697)
See all- Network event9 attendees from 5 groups hostingLessons of Love and Gratitude: Stepping-Stones along Life’s JourneyThis event has passed