Sikh Youth Federation Retreat 2008

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Sikh Youth Federation Retreat 2008 The Sikh Youth Federation, USA, would like to invite you to participate in the upcoming Gurmat – Oriented Sikh Youth Retreat.

Theme: "Guru Granth Sahib, Khalsa Panth and Sikh Practices" Who: Sikh Youth - Ages 17—35 Location: Tampa, Florida Date: May 23 - 26, 2008 Time: Arrival - 3:00pm Friday May 23rd

Departure - 2:30pm Monday, May26th

This retreat is geared towards Sikh youth across North America, who are genuinely interested in advancing their knowledge of Sikhi and strengthening their ties with Sikh value system. Our intent is to foster a spirit of lifelong learning and a dedication to Gurmat.

By participating in various interactive workshops, debates, open discussions and service projects, we will explore several avenues of the Sikh religion and work to define the ideal lifestyle of a Gursikh. Honoring the 300th anniversary of Gurgaddi to Guru Granth Sahib, we shall focus upon the universal message contained in our Scriptures and highlight its unique features. At the heart of this year’s experience will be to provide an environment that supports the learning of Gurmat and helps to live in accordance with the guidelines laid down by our Gurus. In addition, we will explore the “burning questions” of the youth and discuss how important it is to understand the role of Khalsa Panth. With your active participation, we hope to achieve these goals and explore the many facets of the Sikh Religion.

This is a humble attempt to create a Sikh environment during the upcoming Memorial Day weekend and to provide a glimpse of the Sikh way of life in the hope that this may be continued after the retreat is concluded.

This year, challenge yourself physically, mentally and spiritually. Come and be a part of something fun and different! Please fill out the enclosed registration form and return it along with the registration fee as per the following schedule to the address below by April 30, 2008

Please fill out the registration form and return it along with the registration fee to the address below.

REGISTRATION

Registration includes 3 nights of accommodation in a hotel, breakfast, lunches and dinners for the entire weekend and other retreat expenses. Register early to ensure yourself a space

REGULAR (Before April 30th)

$75 (Quad occupancy)

$250/couple or $125/person (Couples or two in a room)

LATE (After April 30th)

$90 (Quad occupancy)

$290/couple or $145/person (Couples or two in a room)

Articles Needed during Retreat:

Notebook, Pen

TAMPA BAY, FLORIDA

Tampa Bay is nestled on the central west coast of Florida and encompasses the cities of Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Clearwater with over 2 million residents. It's a region that attracts millions of tourists each year, who appreciate its mild winter climates, tropical summers, spectacular sunsets and beautiful beaches. The city is home to the 2002 Super Bowl Champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers and 2004 Stanley Cup Champion Tampa Bay Lightning. It boasts the largest performing arts center in the southeast and largest science museum in the south. More than 5 million people experience Busch Gardens annually, and the Lowry Park Zoo is ranked as the #1 Family Friendly Zoo in the country. Tampa Bay is a 90 minute drive from Disney World and other Orlando attractions.

IMPORTANT ADDRESSES

Tampa Gurdwara Sahib

15302 Morris Bridge Road

Thonotosassa,FL 33592

813-986-6205

Quality Inn Suites

6815 Gall Blvd

Zephyrhills, FL 33542

(813) 762-2000

FLORIDA CONTACT

Mandeep Singh (954) 806 – 0730

Contact Mandeep Singh to give your flight information for airport pick-up/drop-off arrangements

With best wishes for the Panthic Chardi Kala

In Service of the Guru Panth,

Kuldeep Singh

6863 Cloister Road

Toledo, OH 43617

Phone: (419) 841-7178

E-mail: sikhs@bex.net

Website: www.sikhyouthfederation.org