Category: Christmas Trip

News #12: Celebration at Ngurah Rai International Airport

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On February 6, 2025, a special event took place at the Sri Chinmoy Peace Airport Garden in Ngurah Rai International Airport, Bali, celebrating the Oneness of Humanity. The gathering was filled with warmth and unity, beginning with heartfelt introductions, followed by a moving rendition of the national anthem. The Bina Vocalia Bali Children’s Choir then graced the audience with three beautiful songs composed by Sri Chinmoy.

The event featured inspiring speeches from key representatives of Sri Chinmoy Centres International and Ngurah Rai International Airport, as well as a touching presentation on the history of the Sri Chinmoy Peace Airport dedication.

Musical performances from international artists, showcasing compositions by Sri Chinmoy, added to the event’s beauty. The event also honored Bapak Wehyudi and Bapak Syaugi with Torch-Bearer Awards for their contributions to humanity. The celebration concluded with the Sri Chinmoy Choir singing the heartfelt ‘Thank You’ song, leaving everyone with a sense of peace and gratitude.

To find out more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit the official website: www.srichinmoy.org

Video #209: Oneness-Dream A Capella Concert (Valletta, Malta)

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Step into a world of transcendent harmony with Oneness-Dream, an a capella ensemble renowned for their soulful renditions of Sri Chinmoy’s timeless melodies. Be transported to the sacred surroundings of the Basilica of our Lady Mount Carmel in Valletta, Malta on January 13, 2024, where this enchanting concert unfolded during last month’s Christmas Trip. Join us for an evening of pure musical magic in this magnificent setting. Join Oneness-Dream, a renowned a capella group, as they perform Sri Chinmoy’s uplifting songs. Experience the magic of their concert at the Basilica of our Lady Mount Carmel in Valletta, Malta, during last month’s Christmas Trip.

To find out more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit the official website: www.srichinmoy.org

Video #161: Peace Run Timor Leste 2019 – February 5-8

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Timor-Leste once again welcomed the Peace Run in an unparalleled fashion. The First Lady and President of the Parliament participated in the opening ceremony and Xanana Gusmão welcomed us into his home as well as joining us for a 5 km Peace Walk with thousands of young Timorese. We also visited with over 4000 school students in both Dili and the Ermera region.

To find out more, visit the official website: www.peacerun.org

Video #160: Peace Run Puja Mandala, Bali – January 31, 2019

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Puja Mandala is a remarkable place of unique importance not only in Bali, but in the culture of world interfaith harmony. In one compound, Puja Mandala includes side by side, places of worship for Islam, Catholic, Protestant, Buddhist and Hindu faiths. Sri Chinmoy, the founder of the Peace Run, was delighted to visit Puja Mandala in 2004.

This video shows the Peace Torch being received in each house of worship with each of the religious representatives passing it on to the next.

To find out more, visit the official website: www.peacerun.org

Video #158: Peace Run Sudaji, Bali – January 25, 2019

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This event in northern Bali marked the beginning of our round the world journey with the Peace Torch. We will visit five continents and all 44 countries in the southern hemisphere. Sudaji was an amazing place to begin with the lighting of a sacred flame that will encircle the globe. Special thanks to Zanzan, Putu and their family for their instrumental work in creating this event.

To find out more, visit the official website: www.peacerun.org

Video #153: Joana Schenker receives the Torch-Bearer Award (Albufeira​, Portugal – December 29, 2018)

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Joana Schenker is a professional bodyboarder. Dominating the Portuguese National and European Tour since 2014, she won both titles for 4 years in a row. In her second season competing on the APB world tour, Joana wins the World Title,and makes history by becoming Portugal´s first professional World Champion in wave riding sports. 2017 was the perfect year, National, European and World Bodyboard Champion. The media made Joana not only the new Queen of bodyboarding but also a star in the Portuguese sports scene. 

To find out more, visit the official website: www.peacerun.org