Historical Repository for Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations - Archive

Interfaith Harmony & Shared Values

Thanksgiving - Gratitude
- Comment on Thanks and Gratitude 1983 Aug 16
  
  Sri Chinmoy was shown recent notes from a supporter of the Declaration Against Religious Intolerance and draft of The Declaration of World Thanksgiving- 1983. He inquired while looking at the notes about what it is that was wanted from him. … Read more →
- 1982 – 2008 Declaration of World Thanksgiving shared with Meditation Group and others
  
  Since 1982 the Thanksgiving Foundation and the Founder (Mr. Peter Stewart) of the Center for World Thanksgiving at Thanksgiving Square in Dallas Texas has shared Interfaith Declarations of “World Thanksgiving” Usually, each year the Declaration were signed by 12 different … Read more →
- World Gratitude Day -1977, Sep 12 at UN – DETAILS and PHOTOS
  
  The Meditation Group at the United nations celebrated World Gratitude Day twice in 1977 one on 12 September in a special programme in the United Nations Secretariat for delegates and staff; and again on 21 September 1977 in World Gratitude … Read more →
- Meditation Group participate – Opening Hall of Thanksgiving, Dallas, Texas 1977 Sep 14
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the UN were invited to participate in the opening of the Hall of Thanksgiving, Dallas, Texas. Robert Mueller of the United Nations Secretariat and Mrs. Muller traveled with Adhiratha Keefe (UNICEF) from NY … Read more →
- Countries’ Thanksgiving Harvest Celebrations, Gratitude Customs : International Year Thanksgiving 2000 Dec 31
  
  The Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations under Sri Chinmoy’s leadership has participated in many Thanksgiving and Gratitude Programmes beginning in the 1970’s For examples click here: Thanksgiving – Gratitude The members were happy to receive early drafts of … Read more →
- Interfaith Ceremony presents 1996 Declaration of World Thanksgiving to Secretary-General: Nov 21
  
  Secretary-General Boutros Boutros-Ghali reads out statement (see text in Press release below) upon receiving the 1996 Declaration of World Thanksgiving. Representatives of different cultures and religions attended the Headquarters ceremony. The Declaration was presented to the Secretary-General by Thanksgiving Square, … Read more →
- Charles McNeil thank you for “Paintings for Peace” 2001 Aug 2001
  
  United Nations Development Programme u n d p 25 August 2001 Dear Sri Chinmoy: I write to wish you a very Happy Birthday on August 27,2001. I also want to thank you for the special “Paintings for Peace” exhibit of … Read more →
- 2nd INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THANKSGIVING On 22 Nov 1976
  
  The Meditation Group at the U.N. sponsored its second programme of Gratitude on an International Day of Thanksgiving. Mr. Waldo Stewart of the Thanksgiving Square Foundation in Dallas, Texas introduced a Film about the Foundation’s inter-Faith, international place of Gratitude. … Read more →
- Prayer for Gratitude Day -22 Sep 1980
  
  A Poetic Offering by Sri Chinmoy, Leader of the Peace Meditations at the United Nations. World Gratitude Day was celebrated by the meditation group 22 September 1980 PRAYER FOR GRATITUDE DAY My Lord Supreme, this is a special day, … Read more →
- Prayer Meeting for Iranian Crisis on International Thanksgiving Day 1979 Nov 16
  
  There was a special “Prayer Meeting for the Iranian Crisis*” during the International Day of Thanksgiving planned for 16 November 1979, at U.N. Headquarters. The Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations has held special commemorative programmes which have drawn … Read more →
- Re-dedication Norman Rockwell Mosaic at UN 2014 Feb 04 – More photos & reception
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the UN were invited to be present for the Re-dedication of the Norman Rockwell Golden Rule Mosaic at UN on February 04 2014. They also attended the reception after the Event at the … Read more →
- Meditation Room UN 25 Yr. : Presentation to SG, 1st “Declaration World Thanks..” 1982 – 83
  
  Date between 1982-Nov to Feb 1983 , Originally was to be in Nov 1982, (in time for actual 25th anniversary of the redesign of the Meditation Rom at UN) was postponed to fit various participants schedules. 25th Anniversary of redesigned … Read more →
- Meditation at UN – Thank You to R. Muller 13 Jan 1978
  
  Meditation in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium: Robert Muller and Sri Chinmoy speak, members sing and recite. A THANK YOU TO MR. ROBERT MULLER During a meeting of the United Nations Meditation Group on 13 January 1978 Sri Chinmoy thanked Mr. … Read more →
- In Gratitude for Friends of the Peace Meditation at UN 05 May 1978
  
  At the 05 May 1978 meditation held in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium. Sri Chinmoy thanked some of the friends of the Meditation Group. who were present for their participation and support of the Group’s activities. “Our dear ambassadors, … Read more →
- U.N. Charter Day Observed; Panama Song – Praise Beauty … 1979 Jun 27
  
  Diplomats and U.N. staff joined members of Sri Chinmoy Meditation at the United Nations in a celebration of U.N. Charter Day on 27 June 1979, in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium. H.E. Dr. Jorge E. Illueca, Permanent Representative of Panama, and … Read more →
- Celebration of World Gratitude Day 1980 Sep 22
  
  World Gratitude Day was celebrated by the meditation group 22 September 1980 in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium. World Gratitude Day is an international day of thanksgiving, falling on the autumnal equinox, and celebrated in several Member States. Guest speaker for … Read more →
- Hour of Thanksgiving for USA Hostage Return 1981 Jan 21
  
  Diplomats and staff at the United Nations convened in a special hour of thanksgiving on Wednesday morning, 21 January, at eleven o’clock in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium, in gratitude for the release of the American hostages. The meeting was in … Read more →
- Thanksgiving Highlight to UN AV Library 2015 Nov 22
  
  Front Page for the United Nations AV Library 22 Nov 2015 Highlight in the Holiday Spirit the 1996 Declaration of World Thanksgiving Presented to Secretary- General See also Interfaith Ceremony presents 1996 Declaration of World Thanksgiving to Secretary-General: Nov 21 … Read more →
- International Thanksgiving Day 1981 Nov 20
  
  The sixth observance of International Thanksgiving Day at United Nations Headquarters was held by the meditation group on 20 November 1981 . Mr. Philemon B. Dlaminz, Counsellor, Permanent Mission of Swaziland; Mr. Milan Kovarik, Attache, Permanent Mission of Czechoslovakia: and … Read more →
- International Thanksgiving Day 17 Nov 1980
  
  This year’s International Thanksgiving Day cel-bration on 17 November 1980 featured guest speakers mbassador Clark of igeria, Ambass-dor Kamanda of Zaire and Ambassador Xifra of Spain, who pointed out t he present increased awareness in the United Nations of the … Read more →
- Peter Stewart, Thanksgiving Foundation & Br David Steindel-Rast: Meditation at UN Oct 1982
  
  29 October 1982 Sri Chinmoy the leader of Peace Meditations at the UN met with Mr. Peter Steward the Founder of the Thanksgiving Square and Foundation* from Dallas Texas after a meeting of the Meditation Group at the UN. . … Read more →
- Peace Concert by Sri Chinmoy, luncheon -Thanksgiving offer to UN delegates, staff Nov 1992
  
  24 November 1992 Peace Concert by Sri Chinmoy and luncheon as a Thanksgiving offering to UN delegates and staff – information ad photos to be added
- International Thanksgiving at UN, 1978 Nov 20 – DETAIL + PHOTOS
  
  INTERNATIONAL THANKSGIVING 1978 On 20 November 1978 Sri Chinmoy: the Peace Meditation at the United Nations sponsored the fourth observance of International Thanksgiving at United Nations Headquarters. Guest speakers included: Ambassador Davidson L. Hepburn of the Bahamas; Ambassador E. Owono … Read more →
- International Day of Thanksgiving 21 Nov 1977 at UN: SPECIAL PUBLICATION
  
  Content Highlights: Dag Hammarskj6ld Auditorium Opening meditation: Sri Chinmoy, Leader Meditation Group at the U.N. Speakers : H. E. Mr. Zenon Rossides, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary,Permanent Representative of Cyprus to the United Nations Sister Elizabeth Espersen, SSMN, Thanks-Giving Square Foundation … Read more →
- Meditation at UN – Vo 05, No 11; 27 Nov 1977, Bulletin
  
  Content Highlights: November 1977 report on events UNICEF Bazaar for the International Year of the Child p. 6 New World Conference .. . .. . p.15 Model U.N. at Gannon College . . p. 20 20th Anniversary of the U.N. … Read more →
- International Day of Thanksgiving, Tuesday, Nov 25, 1975
  
  In a special lunch-hour programme, Thanksgiving was celebrated with prayers, music and poetry from around the world, on Tuesday, November 25, in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium. Sri Chinmoy opened the programme with a silent payer of gratitude and thanksgiving. This … Read more →
- 1991 Thanksgiving Programme and Reception – “Moments of Peace,” Nov 26
  
  A programme and reception for Thanksgiving, entitled “Moments of Peace,” honoured members of the United Nations community on 26 November 1991 at Buchman Hall in Manhattan. Several delegates addressed the gathering, including H.E. Dr. Stanley Kalpage, Permanent Representative of Sri … Read more →
- World Gratitude Day – 1977, Sep 21 in NYC – DETAILS and PHOTOS
  
  OFFICIAL WORLD GRATITUDE DAY AWARD CEREMONIES World Gratitude Day, New York Headquarters 21 September 1977 Below are Mrs. Lemle’s remarks when presenting the official award to Sri Chinmoy, and Sri Chinmoy’s reply. SEE Also World Gratitude Day -1977, Sep 12 … Read more →
- Re-dedication N. Rockwell Golden Rule Mosaic at UN 2014 Feb 04
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the UN were invited to be present for the Re-dedication of the Norman Rockwell Golden Rule Mosaic at UN on February 04 2014. They also attended the reception after the Event at the … Read more →
- World Gratitude and Thanksgiving Days noted – 2013 Sep 21
  
  Main points for background on World Gratitude Day, International Day of Thanksgiving and Days of Prayer. Since the 1970’s “Sri Chinmoy: the Peace Meditation at the United Nations” has supported events in celebration of World Gratitude, International Thanksgiving and Prayer … Read more →
- Remembering World Gratitude Day Founder, Edna Fuerth Lemle, 2011 Apr 17
  
  Edna Fuerth Lemle (April 11,1916–April 17, 2011) was the driving inspiration behind the beginning of World Gratitude Day in 1965. In 1977 her World gratitude organizations honured Sri Chinmoy, leader of the Peace Meditation Group at the UN. The spirit … Read more →
- International Year (2000) of Thanksgiving: Related Documents from 1975 – 2007
  
  In 2007 members of the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations were involved with collecting the documents and links to other information from the past two decades which had some relation to the ” Year 2000: International Year of … Read more →
- Peace Meditation programs support Gratitude, Thanksgiving, Prayer 1975 – 1996
  
  Peace Meditation at UN programs with gratitude and in support of: – National, International or World Days of Prayer – World Gratitude Days – International Days of Thanksgiving – 1975 – 30th Anniversary and 1985 40th Anniversary of UN – … Read more →
- Draft Proposal for a World Thanksgiving (and gratitude) Day 2007 – 2008
  
  In 2007 and 2008, there was a proposal put forward for a World Day of Thanksgiving. The Peace Meditation Group at the UN had supported celebrations of International Day’s of Thanksgiving (since 1975) and also World Gratitude Days (since 1977) … Read more →
- Peace Meditation Group Choir at 200th USA Thanksgiving, Valley Forge, 1977 Dec 18
  
  Peace Meditation Group choir was invited to open historic commemoration of the 200th anniversary of America’s Thanksgiving Day in Valley Forge. The singers performed Sri Chinmoy’s Songs “World Gratitude” and “O My America” which marked the original Thanksgiving observed by … Read more →
- Consecration Interfaith Chapel Thanks-Giving 1976 Nov 25: Peace Meditation represented
  
  Sri Chinmoy, Leader of Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations was Invited to the Consecration of Thanks-Giving Square Chapel in Dallas Texas, 1976 Nov 25. A member of the Peace Meditation represented Sri Chinmoy and the Meditation Group for … Read more →
- Year 2000 : International Year of Thanksgiving begining Jan 01
  
  The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 2000 as the International Year of Thanksgiving (IYT). Members of the meditation Group were very involved with the early efforts in the UN community to celebrate International Days of Thanksgiving (starting in 1975) and … Read more →
- Norman Rockwell: Golden Rule Mosaic – UN 40th Anniversary 21 Oct 1985
  
  A member of “Sri Chinmoy: the Peace Meditation at the United Nations” was invited to be on hand for the presentation of the “DO UNTO OTHERS AS YOU WOULD HAVE THEM DO UNTO YOU.” Golden Rule mosaic to the United … Read more →
- International Thanksgiving at UN, 1978 Nov 20 – SUMMARY
  
  On 20 November 1978 Sri Chinmoy: the Peace Meditation at the United Nations sponsored the fourth observance of International Thanksgiving at United Nations Headquarters. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * … Read more →
- International Thanksgiving 21 Nov 1977 at UN – Excerpts SUMMARY
  
  On 21 November 1977 the Meditation Group sponsored the third celebration at United Nations Headquarters of International Thanksgiving with a mid-day programme of music, slides and guest speakers. In the evening the Group hosted a vegetarian Thanksgiving dinner to … Read more →
- UN Represented in Independence Day Observance – Universal Declaration of Human Rights – excerpt read 4 Jul 1977
  
  On 4 July 1977, Sri Chinmoy was invited as leader of the Meditation Group at the UN, to read from the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights and lead a short meditation in an Independence Day Service on the … Read more →
- Meditation Group singers Perform at Valley Forge 200th Anniv. USA first thanksgiving. 1977 Dec 18
  
  On 18 December the Meditation Group Singers were invited to open an historic commemoration of the 200th anniversary of America’s first Thanksgiving Day, which was observed by George Washington and his soldiers at Valley Forge on 18 December 1777. The … Read more →
- The Holy See Mission Honours the Meditation Group
  
  The evening of 9 December 1977 Monsignor Cheli, Permanent Observer of the Holy See, and members of the Mission honoured members of the Meditation Group at a reception, appreciating the Group ‘s printing of the Holy See Mission’s booklet on … Read more →
- World Gratitude Day -1977, 12 & 21 Sep events – SUMMARY
  
  The Meditation Group celebrated World Gratitude Day twice in 1977-once on 12 September in a special programme in the United Nations Secretariat for delegates and staff; and again on 21 September in World Gratitude Days New York Headquarters when the Group’s leader, Sri Chinmoy, was honoured at official ceremonies. Continue reading → Read more →

Prayer or silence day - event
- 1988 Peace Walk for UN Day & 7 Minutes Silence of Peace Oct 20, 21, 24
  
  Download PDF: 1988-10-oct-24-un-day 1988-10-oct-24-un-day-intro-script 1988-10-oct-24-un-day-intro-script 1988-10-oct-24-un-day-program-script-includes-for-lfts (very early draft) 1988-10-oct-24-un-day-extra-invite-note-to-ambassadors Click on image below for larger or different resolution photo – Image: Introductions to Related events: Sample from `1988: Peace Walk for UN Day, Seven Minutes of Silence, Lifting … Read more →
- Seven Minutes of World Peace – Summary 2014 Jan
  
  Draft under construction – for edit consolidation and links to related Seven Minutes of World Peace is a global observance of peace that will join together simultaneously individuals, groups and organizations around the world for seven minutes of silence. This … Read more →
- 1993 Interfaith Prayer Breadfast commemorating UN International Day of Peace 21 Sept.
  
  Interfaith Prayer Breakfast for the opening of the 48th Session of the UN General Assembly and the International Day of Peace, hosted by H.E. Ambassador Emilio Cardenas, Permanent Representative of Argentina to the UN – 21 September INVITATION The Permanent … Read more →
- Interfaith Prayer Breakfast, 2000 Sep 26 – Honouring Millennium UN General Assembly
  
  SRI CHINMOY: THE PEACE MEDITATION AT THE UNITED NATIONS INTERFAITH PRAYER BREAKFAST COMMEMORATING THE UNITED NATIONS MILLENNIUM GENERAL ASSEMBLY 26 September 2000 Programme Musical Invocation: Premik Russell Tubbs Master of Ceremonies: Dr. Kusumita P. Pedersen Silent Meditation: All present Song … Read more →
- 1988 Prayer Breakfast – International Day of Peace & Opening UN General Assembly, Sep 20
  
  After an early Morning Peace Walk 20 September 1988 to celebrate the opening of the General Assembly and the International Day of Peace, an interfaith prayer breakfast was held in the Church Center across the street from the Secretariat. In … Read more →
- 1986 Peace Walk for UN Gen. Assembly: Day of Peace, Prayer Breakfast 16 Sep
  
  Sri Chinmoy meditated with participants at the Interfaith Prayer Breakfast held for United Nations diplomats and staff members on Sept. 16 to commemorate the opening of the General Assembly. Earlier that morning there was a seven-mile peace walk through Manhattan. … Read more →
- 1985 Seven Minutes of World Peace – Oct 24 Brochure and sample of city proclamations
  
  To Join Humanity in Peace WHAT IS IT? Seven Minutes of World Peace is a global observance of peace that will join together simultaneously individuals, groups and organizations around the world for seven minutes of silence. This year, Seven Minutes … Read more →
- 1991 Seven Minutes of World Peace on U.N. Day, 24 Oct
  
  The outer message of the United Nations is peace. The inner message of the United Nations is love. The inmost message of the United Nations is oneness. … Read more →
- 1989 Peace Walk for UN Day and Seven Minutes silence of World peace Oct 24
  
  Monday and Tuesday • 23 & 24 October 1989 • United Nations Garden . Walk for your country (see schedule) • A silent, nation by nation relay walk around an area of the North Garden. • Preamble to the United … Read more →
- VIDEO Prayer-Breakfast – 3rd Draft Script, 31 July 1989
  
  Possible use as idea or background for future project: This text would required some insert of references to prayers mentioned or quoted for the different faiths if to be adapted or used in various media or contexts: Better to use … Read more →
- 1989 Peace Walk + Prayer Breakfast for Open of UN Gen Assembly and Int’l Day of Peace Sep 19
  
  What Is The Peace Walk? On Tuesday, 19 September 1989- the United Nations International Day of Peace-people in dozens of cities on six continents will walk for peace in a contemplative spirit. Walkers will carry the flags of their own … Read more →
- 1989-Peace Walks, Run and Prayer Breakfast estimated year expense Dec 27
  
  To below document gives some indication of finances required for expenses associated with: 3 annual Peace Walks at UN HQ : (Sep – open GA; Oct 24- UN Day; June 26 – UN Charter Signing Day) Peace Run from Lake … Read more →
- Prayer or Silence Day or Event – Peace Meditation at U.N.: 2014 list update
  
  Draft under construction– In July of 1975, members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations were involved with the first “National Day of Prayer Observance at the United Nations. The event was favourably covered by the NY Times with … Read more →
- 1984 Seven Minutes of World Peace – Oct 24
  
  To Join Humanity in Peace WHAT IS IT? Seven Minutes of World Peace is a global observance of peace that will join together simultaneously individuals, groups and organizations around the world for seven minutes of silence. This year, Seven Minutes … Read more →
- Interfaith Celebration Commitment to Work of UN, 54th General Assembly 16 Sep 1999
  
  Sri Chinmoy offered a moment of silence at an Interfaith Celebration of Commitment to the Work of the UN, marking the opening of the 54th Session of the UN General Assembly, with guests of honour Secretary-General Kofi Annan and GA … Read more →
- Celebration of World Gratitude Day 1980 Sep 22
  
  World Gratitude Day was celebrated by the meditation group 22 September 1980 in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium. World Gratitude Day is an international day of thanksgiving, falling on the autumnal equinox, and celebrated in several Member States. Guest speaker for … Read more →
- Peace Walk, 7 Min Silence: sample Photos 1980s-1990s Oct 24 UN Day
  
  dates of Photos to be determined and moved to other related posts Gallery 2: Gallery from RZ -Peace Walks – uncertain dates of photos
- Interfaith Prayer Breakfast for opening of 56th Session UN General Assembly, 2001 Sep 06
  
  under construction SRI CHINMOY: THE PEACE MEDITATION AT THE UNITED NATIONS INTERFAITH PRAYER BREAKFAST FOR THE OPENING OF THE 56TH SESSION OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY 6 September 2001 Programme Musical Invocation Premik Russell Tubbs Master of Ceremonies Dr. Kusumita P. … Read more →
- 1999 Seven Minutes of World Peace 24 Oct UN Day, World Wide
  
  We Invite your participation in Seven Minutes of World Peace on Sunday, 24 October – UN Day. Peace-lovers around the world will observe seven minutes of silence for peace at the same hour – the equivalent in your local area … Read more →
- Day of Prayer May 1982
  
  National Day of Prayer Observance The sixth of May was proclaimed the National Day of Prayer by United States President Ronald Reagan, as a time for individuals and groups ” to turn to God in prayer and meditation.” 7 May … Read more →
- Prayer Service for Pope John Paul II 14 May 1981
  
  The meditation group held a special U.N. prayer vigil at Headquarters on Thursday, 14 May 1981, to pray for the quick and complete recovery of Pope John Paul 11, after an attempt on his life the previous day. Asking the … Read more →
- Peace Meditation with UN Colleagues 1984 April 9th
  
  Photos and text to be better identified Rijuta Tooker with Sri Chinmoy in Photo
- Photos from – UN-General Assembly Moment of silence
  
  early years to present samples especially pf the moment of silence. some just not necessarily of moment of silence.
- Interfaith Prayer Breakfast for opening of 50th Session of UN General Assembly Sep 1995
  
  19 September 1995, Interfaith Prayer Breakfast for the opening of the 50th Session of the UN General Assembly, hosted by H.E. Ambassador Herman Leonard de Silva, Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to the UN. More text and Photos to be … Read more →
- Interfaith Prayer Breakfast for 51st Session UN General Assembly – 1996 Sep 11
  
  Interfaith Prayer Breakfast for the opening of the 51st Session of the UN General Assembly, hosted by H.E. Ambassador Robert H. Millette, Permanent Representative of Grenada to the UN – 11 September 1996 SRI CHINMOY: THE PEACE MEDITATION AT … Read more →
- Interfaith Observance – World Day of Prayer 1976 April
  
  Silence and Sound” – an Interfaith observance of the World Day of Prayer. The Meditation Group officially observed the Days of Prayer with a special function at the United Nations on Monday, 5 April 1976 An Inter-Faith Observance of The … Read more →
- Interfaith Prayer Service – Commitment to UN 2004 Sep 14
  
  14 Sep 2004, Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations attended the Interfaith Prayer Service of commitment to the work of the United Nations. Secretary-General Kofi Annan gave the Convocation Address. The founder of the Peace Meditation … Read more →
- Interfaith Observance – 1975 National Day of Prayer, United Nations + NY Community – media report
  
  To commemorate the National Day of Prayer, on 24 Jul 1975, Sri Chinmoy presided over an Interfaith gathering of representatives from the six major religions. The New York Times reported: ‘most representative gathering of religious leaders ever held in … Read more →
- Interfaith National Prayer Day Observed at UN (a) Contents, Preface, Dedication
  
  This is Part (A): Contents, preface, dedication. National Day of Prayer Observance at the United Nations July 24, 1975 Contents Preface – Background and Summary of Programme A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America for National … Read more →
- Commemoration Opening 30th Session UN General Assembly 12 Sep 1975 – Interfaith
  
  Inspired by the observance of a “Minute of Silent Prayer or Meditation” at the opening of each United Nations General Assembly, the Meditation Group at the U.N. co-sponsored a special programme to commemorate the opening of the thirtieth session of … Read more →
- Inter faith Service for Convention Delegates, NYC 11 Jul 1976
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation and others in the U.N. Community along with the delegates to the Convention being held in NYC and interested Public were invited to attend an interfaith Service on 11 Jul 1976. The event was sponsored … Read more →
- Interfaith National Prayer Day Observed at UN (b) Prayers of Participating Clergy
  
  National Prayer Day Observed at UN – July 24, 1975 See below for details of: Part B – Prayers of Participating Clergy Welcome and Introduction , Meditation Group at the UN Some two hundred years ago, the Second Continental Congress … Read more →
- Interfaith Prayer Breakfasts for U.N.Community – partial SUMMARY
  
  Draft Under construction: Beginning in early 1980’s the Peace Meditation at the United Nations began organizing early morning peace walks to celebrate the opening of the U.N. General Assembly in September. After a few years these events were often followed … Read more →
- Interfaith service at Islamic Cultural Center of N.Y, Sep 12 or 21, 1993 for open of UN General Assembly.
  
  Sri Chinmoy was invited to take part in the interfaith service at the Islamic Cultural Center of New York on September 12 or 21, 1993 for the opening of the UN General Assembly. list of peace med had … Read more →
- Interfaith Prayer Service, 2006 Sep 12 – Honouring 61st UN General Assembly
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations attended the Interfaith Prayer Service Honoring the Opening of the 61 st United Nations General Assembly, September 12th, 2006. St. Batholomew’s Church. The founder of the Peace Meditation Group at the … Read more →
- U Thant’s 103rd Birth Anniv. Myanmar 21 Jan 2012 Yangon:
  
  Well over 100 individuals from more than 20 countries, joined with family members of former United Nations Secretary General U Thant in Yangon. In celebration of U Thant’s 103rd Birth Anniversary . UN dignitaries, members of Sri Chinmoy:the Peace Meditation … Read more →
- Interfaith Prayer Breakfast for Opening of 54th U.N. General Assembly 09 Sep 1999
  
  Programme Musical Invocation Premik Russell Tubbs Master of Ceremonies Dr. Kusumita P. Pedersen Silent Meditation All present Song for Peace The Singers of The Peace Meditation Welcome H. E. Dr. Peter Tornka Permanent Representative of Slovakia to … Read more →
- Interfaith Celebration, 1998 Sep 16 – Commitment to Work of UN
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations attended an Interfaith Celebration of Commitment to the Work of the United Nations, St. Batholomew’s Church Park Avenue at 51 st Street New York City Wednesday, 16 September 1998 The … Read more →
- Part 3-09C CHECK Interfaith Service for Work of UN and General Assembly 1997 – 2006
  
  For a number of years there were interfaith Prayer services to honour the work and commitment of the United Nations, the General Assembly and the Secretary-General. Sri Chinmoy on a number of occasions offered an opening silent meditation at … Read more →
- Interfaith National Prayer Day Observed at UN (d) Selected Readings + America the Beautiful ( Four Stanzas)
  
  National Prayer Day Observed at UN – July 24, 1975 See below for details of: Part (D) Selected Readings + America the Beautiful ( Four Stanzas) Introduction – Poetry – search for ways of manifesting inner spiritual vision The growth of America, … Read more →
- Interfaith Service for Work of United Nations 1997 Apr 25
  
  On 25 April 1997, Secretary-General Kofi Annan and Mrs. Nane Annan (right, in front of flags) were honoured at a Solemn Interfaith Service of Commitment to the Work of the United Nations held at St. Bartholomew’s Church in New York … Read more →
- Meditation Room UN 25 Yr. : Presentation to SG, 1st “Declaration World Thanks..” 1982 – 83
  
  Date between 1982-Nov to Feb 1983 , Originally was to be in Nov 1982, (in time for actual 25th anniversary of the redesign of the Meditation Rom at UN) was postponed to fit various participants schedules. 25th Anniversary of redesigned … Read more →
- 1994 Peace Walk + Prayer Breakfast for Int’l. Day of Peace & 50th Anniv UN General Assembly 20 Sep
  
  The prayer breakfast, included brief prayers and remarks by members of six religions. Sri Chinmoy opened the event with a silent meditation. The breakfast is held annually in conjunction with an early morning “Peace Walk through the streets of Manhattan … Read more →
- Interfaith Prayer Breakfast, 1998 Sep 10 – for Opening 53rd UN General Assembly
  
  SRI CHINMOY: THE PEACE MEDITATION AT THE UNITED NATIONS INTERFAITH PRAYER BREAKFAST FOR THE OPENING OF THE 53RD SESSION OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY 10 September 1998 Programme Musical Invocation: Premik … Read more →
- Interfaith Observance of USA National Day of Prayer 1976 May 14 Hunter College NYC
  
  Readings from the prayers of the Christian, Jewish, Buddhist, Muslim, Sufi … traditions *Interludes of classical music *Excerpts from a play dedicated to the spirit of America written by Sri Chinmoy INTERFAITH OBSERVANCE of NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER *** HUNTER … Read more →
- Meditation at the USA Pentagon Jul 1988
  
  INTRODUCTION 8 July 1988. Sri Chinmoy, who holds meditations at the United Nations and the U.S. Congress, was invited to the Pentagon to hold a special meditation for members of the Department of Defense. Edward Winchester, President of the Pentagon … Read more →
- Interfaith National Prayer Day Observed at UN (c) Telexed or Delivered Prayers
  
  National Prayer Day Observed at UN – July 24, 1975 See below for details of: Part (C) Telexed or Delivered Prayers The following prayers were delivered or telexed to the National Day of Prayer Observance at the U.N. Committee. Algernon … Read more →
- Prayer Ceremony for Pope John Paul I 1978 Sep 11
  
  Members of the United Nations community and the Meditation Group offered their prayer and inner support for Pope John Paul I in a special ceremony on 11 September 1978, held in the Chapel of the Church Center for the United … Read more →

Interfaith meeting - conference
- Prayer Meeting for Iranian Crisis on International Thanksgiving Day 1979 Nov 16
  
  There was a special “Prayer Meeting for the Iranian Crisis*” during the International Day of Thanksgiving planned for 16 November 1979, at U.N. Headquarters. The Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations has held special commemorative programmes which have drawn … Read more →
- One is Human Spirit – Interfaith Spiritual Summit Meeting 1975 Oct 24
  
  To mark the 30th anniversary of the United Nations Friday, OCTOBER 24, 1975 OPENING MEDITATION Sri Chinmoy, Leader, Meditation Group at the United Nations WELCOME BY His Excellency Mr. Kurt Waldheim, Secretary·General, the United Nations INTRODUCTION Charles J. Mills, President, … Read more →
- Conference on Global Perspectives for Religious Life – 1982 April 27 – Host: Movement for Better World
  
  Conference on Global Perspectives for Religious Life .. . ……. .. 21 Excerpt 0f Meditation at UN – Vo 10, No 03-04; 27 Mar – Apr 1982, Bulletin , with additional Photos below On 27 April 1982 Sri Chinmoy was … Read more →
- Peace Concert and Citation from interfaith “Pluralism Project”, Harvard 2000 Sept 10
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations attended a Peace Concert and citation presentation at Harvard University 10 Sept 2000 PEACE CONCERT OFFERED AT HARVARD Sri Chinmoy gave a Peace Concert Sept. 10 at Harvard University. After … Read more →
- 1993 Parliament of Religions in Chicago, USA , August 28 -29
  
  A number of members of the Peace Meditation group at the United Nations were able to attend the 1993 Parliament of Religions in Chicago. In the Previous century the 1883 Parliament of Religions in Chicago has been said to mark … Read more →
- Photos of “Oneness-Home” torch relay Interfaith visits and events 1994 – 2012
  
  On many occasions members of the Peace Meditation group at the United Nations have assisted with coordination of Peace and Harmony Run activities and some have traveled to various countries on their vacation time to participate. (art from the final … Read more →
- Torch relay + Interfaith Harmony encouraged by Pres. (2009 – 2011) UNESCO General Conference
  
  On many occasions members of the Peace Meditation group at the United Nations have assisted with coordination of Peace and Harmony Run activities and some have traveled to various countries on their vacation time to participate. The Sri Chinmoy “Oneness-Home” … Read more →
- Part 3-09B Interfaith Harmony and shared values for a Peaceful World: 2014 Summary update
  
  DRAFT – under construction “Let each religion play the role of a flower.” – Sri Chinmoy 1968* From time to time the Peace Meditation group at the U.N. offers special programs on various themes, often co-sponsored in cooperation with other … Read more →
- United for Culture of Peace Through Interfaith Harmony 2013-Feb-14
  
  Members of the Sri Chinmoy: the Peace Meditation at the UN Choir performed in the UN General Assembly Hall on 14 February 2013. The Programme was cosponsored by: the President of the 67th General Assembly The Committee of Religious NGOs … Read more →
- Parliament of the World’s Religions in Barcelona on July 7th, 2004.
  
  A number of members of the Peace Meditation group at the United Nations were able to accompany Sri Chinmoy to Parliament of the World’s Religions in Barcelona on July 7th, 2004. Sri Chinmoy was officially invited to hold the opening … Read more →
- UN Charter Day – Celebrated in London June 26 1989
  
  On June 26 Sri Chinmoy held a non-denominational Peace meditation at London’s Westminster Methodist Central Hall to commemorate the 44th anniversary of the signing of the U.N. Charter. Members of various Faith traditions attended the meditation … Read more →
- UNICEF CHILDREN’S’ PARTY – Halloween and Universal Child Day 1976 – Oct 29 at UN
  
  UNICEF CHILDREN’S’ PARTY WITH SPECIAL GUEST: The Wonderful Bill Baird (puppeteer) with Friend AND Ashrita the Magician. The members of UNICEF and the Meditation Group at the UN invite you and your children to a Halloween Benefit Party for UNICEF. … Read more →
- Honouring Religious and Spiritual leaders or communities: Some examples 1975 – 2014
  
  Sri Chinmoy and members of the Peace Meditation Group at the UN have participated in events to honour Religious and Spiritual figures from various faiths and Communities on numerous occasions Under Construction – lower priority may be sufficently covered elsewhere … Read more →
- Meeting with Pope John Paul II in Vatican 1987 Oct 14
  
  On the 13th of October 1987, Sri Chinmoy opened and closed the 5 p.m. mass at St. Peter’s Basilica with a performance on the Vatican organ. On the 14th he met with Pope John Paul II, presenting the Pontiff with … Read more →
- 1988 Prayer Breakfast – International Day of Peace & Opening UN General Assembly, Sep 20
  
  After an early Morning Peace Walk 20 September 1988 to celebrate the opening of the General Assembly and the International Day of Peace, an interfaith prayer breakfast was held in the Church Center across the street from the Secretariat. In … Read more →
- “Spirit of the UN” Award Ceremony, 2014 : Dynamics of Ethical and Spiritual Sustainability 20-24 Oct
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation at the UN participated in Week of Spirituality, Values and Global Concerns Oct 20-24 2014. This included the & 8th Annual “Spirit of the UN” Award Ceremony ’14 : Dynamics of Ethical and Spiritual Sustainability … Read more →
- Yoga and the UN Culture of Peace at NYHQ 2016-Oct-28
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations attended and participated in the event on 28 Oct 2016 described below: Report Excerpted from: http://www.srichinmoybio.co.uk/news/united-nations/yoga-and-the-un-culture-of-peace/ The Sri Chinmoy Choir had the honour of performing arrangements of Sri Chinmoy’s songs dedicated … Read more →
- Monsignor Thomas Hartman’s Life Celebrated 2016
  
  Early Draft: to add photos, song etc. from programme Monsignor Thomas Hartman and the Leader of the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations had many meetings. They were always encouraging of each others work The members of the Peace … Read more →
- Interfaith Event with UN Secretary-General 13 Sep 2001
  
  Interfaith Event in New York around the time before the Annual Opening of the UN General-Assembly. Secretary-General Kofi Annan was present and spoke. Sri Chinmoy led a Meditation as part of the service Text and Photos to be added as … Read more →
- 1992 Peace Walk for UN International Day of Peace at UN Hq. & Peace Walks around world – 15 Sep
  
  Peace Walk for the UN International Day of Peace held at UN Headquarters in conjunction with Peace Walks around the world – 15 September Interfaith Prayer Breakfast for the opening of the 48th Session of the UN General Assembly, hosted … Read more →
- Peace Concert at Great Buddha Statue, Kamakura Japan 14 Jul 2006
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation group at he UN in NY were able to join in visit to The Great Buddha Statue at Kamakura, Japan. – Seated at the feet of the 44-foot-high, 121-ton Daibutsu (Great Buddha) statue, Sri Chinmoy … Read more →
- UN International Mother Language Day 2019 Feb 21
  
  see final at https://www.peacemeditationatun.org/2019/02/21/international-mother-language-day-2019/ On 21 February 2019, the Peace Meditation Choir was invited by H.E. Ambassador Masud Bin Momen, Permanent Representative of Bangladesh to the UN, to perform at an International Mother Language Day celebration at UN Headquarters. … Read more →
- Interfaith Event 50th UN Anniversary at Cathedral of St. John the Divine, Oct 1995
  
  Sri Chinmoy gave opening meditation at an interfaith celebration held Oct. 21? 1995 in honor of the U.N.’s 50th anniversary at Manhattan’s Cathedral of St. John the Divine
- Kazakhstan, Astana, East meets WEST 25 July 2012
  
  Some members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations were able to travel to Kazakhstan in 2012 to be on hand for a number of events in the Capital, Astana including: Welcoming the: “World Harmony and Peace Run. An … Read more →
- Meditation Conference “Inner Flames at the United Nations” Mark Open 31st GA ; 20 Sept 1976
  
  In order to bring into sharper focus the living reality of the U.N. and in conjunction with the 31st anniversary of the UN and the opening of the 31st General Assembly the following day, the Peace Meditation Group at the … Read more →
- Martin Luther King: Humanity’s Aspiration-Hero – PHOTOS 1977 Nov 29
  
  On 29 November 1977, Mrs. Coretta Scott King joined diplomats and staff in a meditation and tribute at U.N. Headquarters honouring her husband, the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Meditation Group Choir sang three songs composed by Group … Read more →
- B. Oneness Earth – SUPPLEMENT – CBS TV – Holiday Season 1977 Dec UN: Peace Meditation Event
  
  See Also: A. SUMMARY excerpts of quotes of participants: oneness-earth-universal-unity-for-holiday-season-programme/ which appeared in the 1977 Devoted Report to the Secretary-General. Download: Oneness Earth , booklet supplement in pdf format: https://www.srichinmoypeacemeditationatun.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pma-1977-dec-14-oneness-earth-ocr.pdf C Brief Report also appeared in Dec 1977 “Meditation at … Read more →
- C. Oneness Earth – BRIEF REPORT 1977 Holiday Season – in Dec Peace Meditation at UN Bulletin.
  
  ONENESS-EARTH The evening of 14 December 1977 the Peace Meditation Group at the U.N celebrated the universal brotherhood and unity which are evoked in this season of holidays around the world with a programme entitled “Oneness-Earth.” The programme, which was … Read more →
- D. Oneness Earth – PHOTOS – CBS TV – Holiday Season 1977 Dec UN: Peace Meditation supported…
  
  ONENESS-EARTH: PHOTOS The evening of 14 December 1977 the Peace Meditation Group at the U.N celebrated the universal brotherhood and unity which are evoked in this season of holidays around the world with a programme entitled “Oneness-Earth.” The programme, which … Read more →
- Devotional Concert – Hindu Temple Society of N. America
  
  Meditation and Devotional concert Reported in Meditation at UN – Vo 06, No 11; 27 Nov 1978, Bulletin p.11 From Meditation Group’s 1978 Devoted report to S-G On 12 November 1978 Sri Chinmoy and members of the Meditation Group were … Read more →
- Interfaith Programme at UN: commemorate Christopher Columbus Quincentenary 1992 jan 29
  
  Sri Chinmoy offered the opening dedication at an Interfaith Programme to commemorate the Christopher Columbus Quincentenary held at the UN, with special guests: The Honourable Mario M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York, and his wife, Matilda … Read more →
- Activities List 1970 – 2001 – Interfaith Harmony – to be edited
  
  “spi“Spirituality is not mere tolerance, it is not even acceptance…” Download PDF – Grey scale Scan from paper copy Click on image below for larger JPG file
- 25th Anniversary of UNICEF’S “Trick-or-Treat” 1975 Oct 30th
  
  Text of PRESS RELEASE UNICEF information R/75/103 UNITED NATIONS CHILDREN’S HALLOWEEN BENEFIT FOR UNICEF Children of … Read more →
- POPE JOHN PAUL II AND SRI CHINMOY MEET 1980 jun 18
  
  On 18 June 1980, while in Europe on a lecture and concert tour, Sri Chinmoy visited the Vatican for a private meeting with Pope John Paul 11. He was warmly received by the Holy Father, who noted his work at … Read more →
- Sri Chinmoy Message to Students: 2001 Sep 15th
  
  Express Message of Sri Chinmoy to all his students around the world on 15 September 2001 was also shared with members of the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations which he leads. Sept. 15th 2001 My express Message to … Read more →
- World Interfaith Harmony: Vital for Peace and Development Wednesday, 12 Feb 2014
  
  10 am – 1 pm Trusteeship Chamber, United Nations, New York Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations Choir has performed for many years at the UN, and other venues around the world, songs composed by Sri Chinmoy. … Read more →
- Commemoration Opening 30th Session UN General Assembly 12 Sep 1975 – Interfaith
  
  Inspired by the observance of a “Minute of Silent Prayer or Meditation” at the opening of each United Nations General Assembly, the Meditation Group at the U.N. co-sponsored a special programme to commemorate the opening of the thirtieth session of … Read more →
- Peace Run 1989 announced – UN SG quote included in Thailand Dec 1988
  
  Some members of Sri Chinmoy: the Peace Meditation at he United Nations were in Thailand at the end of 1988. On Dec 24th “The Nation” discussed the very successful Peace run in 1987 and the plans for 1989. It included … Read more →
- World Day of Peace 1978 , Jan 23
  
  Members of the Meditation Group were invited to participate in this year’s World Day of Peace Ceremony, a celebration held each year for the U.N. community by the Office of the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United … Read more →
- Participation In President Carter’s Inaugural Ceremonies – Interfaith Prayer Service – 1977 Jan 20
  
  At the invitation of the President Carter / Vice-President Mondale Inaugural Committee, the Meditation Group ushered at the Inauguration Day early interfaith morning prayer service held on 20 January 1977 at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington , D.C. The Group … Read more →
- Abraham Lincoln: SUMMARY The Emancipation Consciousness 1978 Feb
  
  On 10 February 1978 the birthday of Abraham Lincoln was marked by a programme of music and human rights tributes held in Conference Room 4 at the United Nations Headquarters, sponsored by the Peace Meditation Group. Statements were offered by: … Read more →
- Prayer Ceremony for Pope John Paul I 1978 Sep 11
  
  Members of the United Nations community and the Meditation Group offered their prayer and inner support for Pope John Paul I in a special ceremony on 11 September 1978, held in the Chapel of the Church Center for the United … Read more →
- Devotional Concert at the Hindu Temple Society – excerpts
  
  On 12 November 1978 Sri Chinmoy and members of the Meditation Group were invited by Mr. G.V. Subba Rao , head of the new energy programme of the United Nations Department of International Economic and Social Affairs, to hold a … Read more →
- Norman Rockwell: Artist of Americana 1978 Nov 10 Memorial Tribute
  
  On 10 November 1978 Sri Chinmoy paid the following memorial tribute to the American artist Norman Rockwell during a meeting of the Meditation Group in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium. * * * * * * * * * * * … Read more →
- Christmas Carol Sing with Mrs Coretta King
  
  U.N. delegates and staff joined Mrs. Coretta King in singing Christmas carols in the U.N. Secretariat lobby on 19 December 1977, during a carol sing hosted by the Meditation Group. Adding to the holiday spirit were large colourful paintings by … Read more →
- The Holy See Mission Honours the Meditation Group
  
  The evening of 9 December 1977 Monsignor Cheli, Permanent Observer of the Holy See, and members of the Mission honoured members of the Meditation Group at a reception, appreciating the Group ‘s printing of the Holy See Mission’s booklet on … Read more →
- A. Oneness-Earth – SUMMARY Universal Unity for 1977 Holiday season Programme
  
  The evening of 14 December 1977 the Meditation Group celebrated the universal brotherhood and unity which are evoked in this season of holidays around the world with a programme entitled “Oneness-Earth . The programme , which was filmed by CBS-TV … Read more →

Spiritual figure and plays
- Subramuniya Swami receives U thant Peace Award 2000 Aug 25
  
  Sivaya Subramuniyaswami was presented the U Thant Peace Award by Sri Chinmoy on August 25, 2000, in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium at the United Nations in New York. Subramuniyaswami was in New York as a Hindu delegate to the Millennium … Read more →
- Pir Vilayat Khan at UN shares spiritual songs Apr 1991
  
  0 April 1991, Pir Vilayat Khan returned to the UN to share some spiritual songs with Sri Chinmoy and members of the Peace Meditation Group during a meeting at the United Nations. link to previous meeting 5 April 1991 : … Read more →
- Pope Francis Holds the Peace Torch -2016 Oct 12
  
  Pope Francis blesses the Peace Torch held by the Executive Director of the Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run, Salil Wilson, as part of the audience in St. Peter’s Square on 12 October 2016. Pope Francis blessed and held aloft the … Read more →
- Perform “Siddhartha Becomes the Buddha” for U Thant 25 May 1973
  
  Old Mill Farm, Harrison, N. Y.; May 25.1973 On the evening of May 25, 1973, former Secretary-General U Thant attended the first performance of Siddhartha Becomes the Buddha, a seies of one-act plays based on incidents in the life of … Read more →
- Woodrow Wilson and His Dream 12 Jan 1979
  
  On 12 January 1979 Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations honoured former United States President and founder of the League of Nations, Woodrow Wilson, in a commemorative programme in the Dag Hammarskjold auditorium . The programme included: … Read more →
- Memorial Service for Pope Paul VI 1978 Aug 08: TEXT DETAILS
  
  On 8 August 1978 United Nations delegates and staff joined the members of the Meditation Group in a memorial service for his Holiness Pope Paul VI, held in the Chapel of the Church Center for the United Nations. Sri Chinmoy … Read more →
- Peace Concert dedicated to memory of Mother Teresa – 23 Sep 1997
  
  Peace Concert by Sri Chinmoy dedicated to the memory of Mother Teresa, hosted by H.E. Ambassador Anwarul Karim Chowdhury, Permanent Representative of Bangladesh to the UN – 23 September Peace Concert dedicated to Mother Teresa at the United Nations 1 … Read more →
- Meeting with Pope John Paul II in Vatican 1987 Oct 14
  
  On the 13th of October 1987, Sri Chinmoy opened and closed the 5 p.m. mass at St. Peter’s Basilica with a performance on the Vatican organ. On the 14th he met with Pope John Paul II, presenting the Pontiff with … Read more →
- Tribute to Birthday of Pope Paul VI, 03 Oct 1972
  
  Tuesday, 3 October 1972 In tribute to the blessed birthday of His Holiness, Pope Paul VI. Pope Paul VI receiving Sri Chinmoy in a private audience at the Vatican, 15 March 1972. “A leader of humanity is a ladder of … Read more →
- Scenes from ” THE SACRED FIRE ” by Sri Chinmoy 1985 Jul 02
  
  IN HONOUR of America’s Bicentennial in 1976, Sri Chinmoy wrote this play in 1975 as a tribute to the spirit of the nation. The play presents an inner view of the founding of the country and of the lives of … Read more →
- Interfaith Tennis Classic for Religious and Spiritual Teachers 1987 – 1992?
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations were pleased to be involved with organizing and inviting their friends to be part of a number of Sri Chinmoy Interfaith “Tennis Classic for Religious and Spiritual Teachers” This delightfully … Read more →
- Theatrical Performances: Plays on Lives of Spiritual figures from different religious traditions.
  
  The leader of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations , Sri Chinmoy, has been involved with many events supportive of Peace and world harmony, including interfaith initiatives.. He has received encouragement from representatives of many faiths for his leadership … Read more →
- POPE JOHN PAUL II AND SRI CHINMOY MEET 1980 jun 18
  
  On 18 June 1980, while in Europe on a lecture and concert tour, Sri Chinmoy visited the Vatican for a private meeting with Pope John Paul 11. He was warmly received by the Holy Father, who noted his work at … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award – Presentation to Pir Vilayat Khan – Sufi Leader – 1991 Apr
  
  On 5 April 1991, Pir Vilayat Inayat Khan, Head of the Sufi Order in the West, received the U Thant Peace Award in recognition of his efforts to bring about peace, harmony and religious understanding among all peoples. Following are … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award presented to The Very Reverend James Parks Morton, 2001 Jul 31
  
  U Thant Peace Award was presented to The Very Reverend James Parks Morton, President, The Interfaith Center of New York, and Dean Emeritus, The Cathedral of St. John the Divine – 31 July Also “Lifting Up the World with a … Read more →
- Meditation at UN Dedicated to U Thant, Nov 1974 (F) Interview: U Thant and Sri Chinmoy
  
  Periodic Bulletin of Meditation Group at UN, Nov 1974 Issue Dedicated to U Thant This is Part (F) Interview Between U Thant and Sri Chinmoy U Thant receives flowers from Sri Chinmoy during their first meeting, which took place on … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award presented to Mother Teresa, 1994 Oct 01
  
  U Thant Peace Award presented to Mother Teresa, Nobel Peace Laureate, 1979 (Rome, 1 October 1994) Sri Chinmoy meets with Mother Teresa on October 1 st, 1994 in Rome at her Missionaries of Charity House adjoining the San Gregorio Church. … Read more →
- 80th birthday of Pope Paul VI observed by UN Community 23 Sep 1977
  
  The 80th birthday of Pope Paul VI was marked by a ceremony of the United Nations Community on 23 September. Sponsored by the Meditation Group at the UN, the ceremony included remarks by: Msgr. Giovanni Cheli, Permanent Observer for the … Read more →
- Memorial Service for Pope Paul VI 1978 08 Aug
  
  On 8 August 1978 United Nations delegates and staff joined the members of the Meditation Group in a memorial service for his Holiness Pope Paul VI, held in the Chapel of the Church Center for the United Nations. Sri Chinmoy … Read more →

interfaith excerpt or quote
- Oneness-Blessings from the Christian World – 1987 Jun 30
  
  The leader of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations , Sri Chinmoy, has been involved with many events supportive of Peace and world harmony, including interfaith initiatives.. He has received encouragement from representatives of many faiths for his leadership … Read more →
- Spiritual Leader says Oneness, Light Shall Prevail 31 Aug 2007
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation were present for a meeting where Sri Chinmoy lifted the humanitarian and philanthropist Tom Scott, co-founder of Nantucket Nectars, at Aspiration-Ground in Jamaica , Queens,NY. 31 Aug 2007 Sri Chinmoy described his political philosophy in … Read more →
- The Challenge of Diversity” Address by UN SG, Kofi Annan 27 April 1998.
  
  Talk at on Diversity published in 1998 Sep issue of “Meditation at the UN.” Published by Sri Chinmoy:the Peace Meditation at the UN. SECRETARY-GENERAL STRESSES RELIGIOUS, SPIRITUAL DIMENSIONS OF UN WORK, IN KEYNOTE ADDRESS 27 April 1998 Press Release SG/SM/6541/Rev.1* … Read more →
- Part 3-09 Highlights – Interfaith Harmony & Shared Values
  
  Highlights – Interfaith Harmony & Shared Values Latest pdf draft as of 13 Jan 2021 3-09-Interfaith-Harmony-2021-01-13Jan-Draft Also consider how to develop and link to annex or separate docs to reference: Honouring Religious and Spiritual leaders or communities: Some examples 1975 … Read more →
- oneness dream – timeless reality- draft FROM ancient chant to 2020 and beyond
  
  Oneness the dream and goal – From time immemorial Anor aniyan, mahato mahiyan Atmasya jantor nihito guhayam Smaller than the smallest, Larger than the largest, The soul breathes in the secret heart of man Lyrics: Anor Aniyan Mahato Mahiyan Atmasya … Read more →
- 1993 Interfaith Prayer Breadfast commemorating UN International Day of Peace 21 Sept.
  
  Interfaith Prayer Breakfast for the opening of the 48th Session of the UN General Assembly and the International Day of Peace, hosted by H.E. Ambassador Emilio Cardenas, Permanent Representative of Argentina to the UN – 21 September INVITATION The Permanent … Read more →
- Oneness-World Peace-Blossoms: (c) Meditation at UN 25th, Messages from the Vatican
  
  Statements and tributes from the international community on the occasion of the twenty-fifth anniversary of Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at The United Nations. This is Part (c) Messages from the Vatican * * * * * * * * * … Read more →
- Excerpts from inter faith book “My Religion” by Sri Chinmoy 31 Dec 1999
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations come from various faith or belief traditions and experience. The 1999 Book written on the eve of the New Millennium by Sri Chinmoy, who leads the Peace Meditation Group, was well … Read more →
- 1982 – 2008 Declaration of World Thanksgiving shared with Meditation Group and others
  
  Since 1982 the Thanksgiving Foundation and the Founder (Mr. Peter Stewart) of the Center for World Thanksgiving at Thanksgiving Square in Dallas Texas has shared Interfaith Declarations of “World Thanksgiving” Usually, each year the Declaration were signed by 12 different … Read more →
- World Interfaith Harmony Week – UN Resolution A/RES/65/5, 2010 Oct 20
  
  Sri Chinmoy and members of the Peace Meditation have along history of initiating and supporting Interfaith Harmony. In 1968 at an early talk for UN Community Sri Chinmoy concluded with: “Let each religion play the role of a flower. Let … Read more →
- Excerpt or quotes on: Interfaith Harmony & related expressions – summary update 2014 Feb 23 01
  
  Here are conveniently posted direct quotations or excerpts from Events, Poetry, Music scores or Publications associated with Sri Chinmoy: the Peace Meditation at the United Nations. The focus is : Interfaith Harmony, Cooperation and appreciation for various faiths and inspiring … Read more →
- International Year (2000) of Thanksgiving: Related Documents from 1975 – 2007
  
  In 2007 members of the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations were involved with collecting the documents and links to other information from the past two decades which had some relation to the ” Year 2000: International Year of … Read more →
- Question: Is it possible that the United Nations will one day be a nucleus of worldwide spirituality?
  
  Question: Is it possible that the United Nations will one day be a nucleus of worldwide spirituality? Sri Chinmoy: That is not only possible but also inevitable. The symbol, the truth, the light that the United Nations embodies is bound … Read more →
- Secretary-General U Thant Last message to Staff – 1971 Dec 17
  
  Staff· Committee BULLETIN – UN/ST/SCB/281 28 December 1971 – Staff pays farewell tribute to U Thant On Friday, 17 December 1971, members of the staff at Headquarters ‘attended a ceremony in the General Assembly Hall to pay tribute to Secretary-General … Read more →
- The Spiritual Journey: Oneness In Diversity, 1977
  
  Question: If you were comparing your religion to Islam, Christianity or Buddhism, which one is nearest to your belief? Sri Chinmoy: Being a spiritual man, I must say that there is only one religion. You call it Christianity, I call … Read more →
- We Believe – Motto of Meditation Group
  
  “…the potentiality of reaching the Ultimate Truth. …will not remain imperfect forever.” …”When the hour strikes, each individual soul listens to the inner dictates …” Continue reading → Read more →
- Song Universal – First Talk for the UN Community: 1968 Nov 26
  
  The Song Universal is freedom. …from limitations, imperfections and ignorance…Inner realisation and outer action must run abreast….Love, harmony, peace and oneness…are …divine ideals. …Inner mounting flame, aspiration, ..can easily, … manifest these ideals. … Only one religion,..inmost cry for God-Realisation.. …Each religion …a flower…make a garland of these divine flowers … Continue reading → Read more →

Sri Chinmoy:The Peace Meditation at the United Nations

Interfaith Harmony & Shared Values

Thanksgiving - Gratitude

Comment on Thanks and Gratitude 1983 Aug 16

1982 – 2008 Declaration of World Thanksgiving shared with Meditation Group and others

World Gratitude Day -1977, Sep 12 at UN – DETAILS and PHOTOS

Meditation Group participate – Opening Hall of Thanksgiving, Dallas, Texas 1977 Sep 14

Countries’ Thanksgiving Harvest Celebrations, Gratitude Customs : International Year Thanksgiving 2000 Dec 31

Interfaith Ceremony presents 1996 Declaration of World Thanksgiving to Secretary-General: Nov 21

Charles McNeil thank you for “Paintings for Peace” 2001 Aug 2001

2nd INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THANKSGIVING On 22 Nov 1976

Prayer for Gratitude Day -22 Sep 1980

Prayer Meeting for Iranian Crisis on International Thanksgiving Day 1979 Nov 16

Re-dedication Norman Rockwell Mosaic at UN 2014 Feb 04 – More photos & reception

Meditation Room UN 25 Yr. : Presentation to SG, 1st “Declaration World Thanks..” 1982 – 83

Meditation at UN – Thank You to R. Muller 13 Jan 1978

In Gratitude for Friends of the Peace Meditation at UN 05 May 1978

U.N. Charter Day Observed; Panama Song – Praise Beauty … 1979 Jun 27

Celebration of World Gratitude Day 1980 Sep 22

Hour of Thanksgiving for USA Hostage Return 1981 Jan 21

Thanksgiving Highlight to UN AV Library 2015 Nov 22

International Thanksgiving Day 1981 Nov 20

International Thanksgiving Day 17 Nov 1980

Peter Stewart, Thanksgiving Foundation & Br David Steindel-Rast: Meditation at UN Oct 1982

Peace Concert by Sri Chinmoy, luncheon -Thanksgiving offer to UN delegates, staff Nov 1992

International Thanksgiving at UN, 1978 Nov 20 – DETAIL + PHOTOS

International Day of Thanksgiving 21 Nov 1977 at UN: SPECIAL PUBLICATION

Meditation at UN – Vo 05, No 11; 27 Nov 1977, Bulletin

International Day of Thanksgiving, Tuesday, Nov 25, 1975

1991 Thanksgiving Programme and Reception – “Moments of Peace,” Nov 26

World Gratitude Day – 1977, Sep 21 in NYC – DETAILS and PHOTOS

Re-dedication N. Rockwell Golden Rule Mosaic at UN 2014 Feb 04

World Gratitude and Thanksgiving Days noted – 2013 Sep 21

Remembering World Gratitude Day Founder, Edna Fuerth Lemle, 2011 Apr 17

International Year (2000) of Thanksgiving: Related Documents from 1975 – 2007

Peace Meditation programs support Gratitude, Thanksgiving, Prayer 1975 – 1996

Draft Proposal for a World Thanksgiving (and gratitude) Day 2007 – 2008

Peace Meditation Group Choir at 200th USA Thanksgiving, Valley Forge, 1977 Dec 18

Consecration Interfaith Chapel Thanks-Giving 1976 Nov 25: Peace Meditation represented

Year 2000 : International Year of Thanksgiving begining Jan 01

Norman Rockwell: Golden Rule Mosaic – UN 40th Anniversary 21 Oct 1985

International Thanksgiving at UN, 1978 Nov 20 – SUMMARY

International Thanksgiving 21 Nov 1977 at UN – Excerpts SUMMARY

UN Represented in Independence Day Observance – Universal Declaration of Human Rights – excerpt read 4 Jul 1977

Meditation Group singers Perform at Valley Forge 200th Anniv. USA first thanksgiving. 1977 Dec 18

The Holy See Mission Honours the Meditation Group

World Gratitude Day -1977, 12 & 21 Sep events – SUMMARY

Prayer or silence day - event

1988 Peace Walk for UN Day & 7 Minutes Silence of Peace Oct 20, 21, 24

Seven Minutes of World Peace – Summary 2014 Jan

1993 Interfaith Prayer Breadfast commemorating UN International Day of Peace 21 Sept.

Interfaith Prayer Breakfast, 2000 Sep 26 – Honouring Millennium UN General Assembly

1988 Prayer Breakfast – International Day of Peace & Opening UN General Assembly, Sep 20

1986 Peace Walk for UN Gen. Assembly: Day of Peace, Prayer Breakfast 16 Sep

1985 Seven Minutes of World Peace – Oct 24 Brochure and sample of city proclamations

1991 Seven Minutes of World Peace on U.N. Day, 24 Oct

1989 Peace Walk for UN Day and Seven Minutes silence of World peace Oct 24

VIDEO Prayer-Breakfast – 3rd Draft Script, 31 July 1989

1989 Peace Walk + Prayer Breakfast for Open of UN Gen Assembly and Int’l Day of Peace Sep 19

1989-Peace Walks, Run and Prayer Breakfast estimated year expense Dec 27

Prayer or Silence Day or Event – Peace Meditation at U.N.: 2014 list update

1984 Seven Minutes of World Peace – Oct 24

Interfaith Celebration Commitment to Work of UN, 54th General Assembly 16 Sep 1999

Celebration of World Gratitude Day 1980 Sep 22

Peace Walk, 7 Min Silence: sample Photos 1980s-1990s Oct 24 UN Day

Interfaith Prayer Breakfast for opening of 56th Session UN General Assembly, 2001 Sep 06

1999 Seven Minutes of World Peace 24 Oct UN Day, World Wide

Day of Prayer May 1982

Prayer Service for Pope John Paul II 14 May 1981

Peace Meditation with UN Colleagues 1984 April 9th

Photos from – UN-General Assembly Moment of silence

Interfaith Prayer Breakfast for opening of 50th Session of UN General Assembly Sep 1995

Interfaith Prayer Breakfast for 51st Session UN General Assembly – 1996 Sep 11

Interfaith Observance – World Day of Prayer 1976 April

Interfaith Prayer Service – Commitment to UN 2004 Sep 14

Interfaith Observance – 1975 National Day of Prayer, United Nations + NY Community – media report

Interfaith National Prayer Day Observed at UN (a) Contents, Preface, Dedication

Commemoration Opening 30th Session UN General Assembly 12 Sep 1975 – Interfaith

Inter faith Service for Convention Delegates, NYC 11 Jul 1976

Interfaith National Prayer Day Observed at UN (b) Prayers of Participating Clergy

Sri Chinmoy:
The Peace Meditation at the United Nations