About us
Are you a spiritual adventurer?
Meet with people of all different backgrounds who share a passion for spirituality—who seek to have actual spiritual experiences, such as significant dreams, out-of-body travel, past-life recall, and encounters with spiritual beings—and to grow from these experiences to bring more meaning, purpose, and joy to daily life. Come share your spiritual experiences—or your desire to have them—in an open, friendly spiritual community.
Our group is sponsored by Eckankar, the Path of Spiritual Freedom. This ancient spiritual teaching offers spiritual techniques and resources for an individual to discover truth for themselves through personal experience. People of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome. Have you had out-of-body adventures, past life recall, or have you seen inner lights or heard inner sounds? Join us to gain new insights into your experiences and understand their spiritual significance.
We offer online and in-person workshops, spiritual discussions, book discussions, group chants and more. Learn creative techniques to further explore our inner worlds and to thrive spiritually.
To get FREE reading materials that can be downloaded or sent to you on these spiritual topics, click the following link:
https://www.eckankar.org/FreeBook/
This group is operated by the New York Satsang Society, Inc., A Chartered Affiliate of Eckankar.
The opinions expressed in this site are those of the writers and not necessarily those of ECKANKAR or the Mahanta, the Living ECK Master, Sri Doug Kunin.
Copyright © 2026 ECKANKAR. All rights reserved. The terms ECKANKAR, ECK, EK, MAHANTA, SOUL TRAVEL, AND VAIRAGI, among others are trademarks of ECKANKAR, PO Box 2000, Chanhassen, MN 55317-2000, USA
Upcoming events
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Becoming a Higher Expression of Divine Love with the Sound of HU
·OnlineOnline32 attendees from 8 groupsDiscover the Sound of HU to fill yourself with love and connect with Divine Spirit.
Experience the transformative power of the HU chant. Join us for a 12-minute session of chanting this sacred sound to connect with the divine within yourself. Discover the peace, clarity, and spiritual growth that comes from immersing yourself in the uplifting vibrations of the HU. A facilitator-led spiritual conversation will follow the HU song.
“You are a living spiritual exercise.
“Every moment of your life, you must be the HU. This is more than just chanting HU. This is being the HU.
“The Sound must always be in your atoms. It must be with you when you’re driving, when you’re at work, when you’re home eating a meal with your family. The HU and you must be one and the same.
“And if you make yourself more and more one with the HU, you will find that life is a more joyful place.”
—Harold Klemp, The Sound of Soul, p. 62
HU is a sacred mantra—the Sound behind all sounds. An ancient name for God, HU is a carrier of love between God and Soul. It enables you to open your heart to experience the miracles that occur, when you give and receive love.
Monica Shelmandine, the facilitator for this Sound of Soul Event, is looking forward to sharing the HU with you and exploring the heart-opening power of this sacred mantra.
All are welcome!More Information:
This event will be hosted on Zoom. You can also join by phone. The phone number and Zoom link will be sent on the day of the event to those who have registered.For more Eckankar events in New York State, please visit our web page at: https://eckankar-ny.org
4 attendees from this group - Network event
Find Your Keys to Higher Awareness—Leaning Into Inner Guidance
Julia L Butterfield Memorial Library, 10 Morris Ave, Cold Spring, NY 10516, USA, Cold Spring, NY, US3 attendees from 3 groupsIn today’s world, finding your own inner guidance is invaluable.
A good meditation practice can strengthen your inner ears and eyes to perceive the guidance that is always within us. Join this open discussion to explore dynamic spiritual exercises and the process of contemplation, develop recognition of Golden-Tongued Wisdom and waking dreams, and discover the help available from spiritual masters.
The booklet ECK Wisdom on Inner Guidance by spiritual master Harold Klemp will be referenced for ideas and insights.
This free discussion class, presented by Eckankar of the Hudson Valley and sponsored by the Julia L. Butterfield Memorial Library, will meet in person and is open to people of all faiths, backgrounds, and beliefs.
Thursday, October 15, 3:00–4:30 p.m.
Julia L. Butterfield Memorial Library
10 Morris Ave., Cold Spring, NY 10516
(Back room)Facilitators Dr. Cynthia Ligenza and Tom McCoy look forward to meeting and sharing experiences, learning from others, and exploring invaluable techniques that may contain the keys to your highest awareness.
All attendees will receive a complimentary copy of the booklet ECK Wisdom on Inner Guidance, for continued exploration at home.
More Information
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.org1 attendee from this group - Network event
Past Lives, Dreams, and Soul Travel
New Hartford Public Library, 2 Library Ln, New Hartford, NY 13413, USA, New Hartford, NY, US5 attendees from 5 groupsDiscover the unlimited potential of Soul!
Each of us has the creative tools to unlock wisdom and spiritual freedom. Join us to experience the sacred sound of HU, discover simple techniques for recognizing Divine Spirit in everyday life, and share spiritual insights in a warm, welcoming setting. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the awakening awareness of living on sacred ground!
“So, when you sing or chant HU, you’re contacting a living center of spiritual vibration vastly more powerful than the human consciousness.”
— Doug Kunin, How to Develop a Powerful Spiritual Practice, Eckankar Soul Adventure Podcast, Episode 15, at 7:20
You are warmly invited to attend an in-person spiritual book discussion sponsored by Eckankar in Central New York, titled “Past Lives, Dreams, and Soul Travel,” to be held at 2 Library Lane, New Hartford, NY 13413 (New Hartford Public Library, Sammon Room, downstairs).
The “Past Lives, Dreams, and Soul Travel” discussions will take place on the dates below. Come to one or come to all.
• Monday, October 19, 2026, 6:15–7:30 p.m.
• Monday, November 16, 2026, 6:15–7:30 p.m.
• Monday, December 21, 2026, 6:15–7:30 p.m.Whether this is your first visit or you’ve joined us before, you’re warmly welcome—each discussion offers fresh perspectives and insights.
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!
Besides complimentary books on each subject: ECKANKAR—Key to Past Lives, ECKANKAR—Key to Dreams, and, ECKANKAR—Key to Soul Travel, 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 Central 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 Pam Hamilton at localdirectorcny@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
1 attendee from this group - Network event
What is Holding You Back From Living Your Best Life?
·OnlineOnline22 attendees from 8 groupsDiscover your unlimited possibilities as Soul.
Explore how the creative spark within you can bring new possibilities into everyday life. In this discussion, discover spiritual techniques that can offer fresh insights, expand your creative potential as Soul, and help you approach life’s challenges in new ways.
“If we want to bring life, beauty, and freedom into our lives, we must begin by bringing harmony and order into our thoughts. Then we find ourselves the starting point on a new creative line, not by force of personal will, but by the union with Divine Spirit, which in expression of its inherent love and beauty makes all things new.”
—Paul Twitchell*, The Flute of God*, 2021 ed., p. 94.
You are warmly welcome to join us for this on-line interactive spiritual discussion titled “What is Holding You Back From Living Your Best Life?” on Monday, October 19, 2026, 7:00 pm–8:00 pm.
The facilitator for this discussion, Monica Shelmandine, plans to include the following ideas during this spiritual conversation:
• Releasing our fears
• Bringing harmony and order into our lives
• Appreciating all the gifts of lifeCome join us to share your spiritual experiences. All are welcome!
More Information:
This event will be hosted on Zoom. The Zoom link and phone access numbers will be sent on the day of the event to those who register.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
3 attendees from this group
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