Amma’s Embrace: An Experience of Unconditional Love

World-renowned humanitarian and spiritual leader Mata Amritanandamayi, also known as Amma (mother), will be returning to the Chicago area in August with her simple yet profound message: Love is our true essence. Amma will hold four free programs at the MA Center Chicago, in Elburn: 11 a.m. on August 9 and 10 and 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on August 11.

All are invited to attend these programs, during which they can experience Amma’s personal blessing (a hug), enjoy inspirational
live music, participate in meditation sessions, listen to spiritual discourses, explore healing arts and savor delicious vegetarian food. To ensure everyone gets to meet Amma, it’s recommended to arrive early and obtain a “token” (numbered ticket), as the line to receive Amma’s embrace can be lengthy.

Amma has traveled the world for decades, touching millions of lives with her boundless love and compassion in the form of an embrace and through her humanitarian efforts. She has embraced more than 40 million people globally. “When people come to see me, I understand how much they are suffering,” Amma explains. “When I see them crying, I wipe their tears. My main goal is to console them and help them experience peace and love.”

“Amma’s life is a testament to selfless service and compassion in action. She encourages us to look beyond our individual concerns and embrace the collective responsibility of caring for one another and our planet,” says Faith Pomeroy-Ward, MA Center Community Outreach Volunteer. Her global humanitarian network, Embracing the World (EmbracingTheWorld.org) encompasses educational initiatives, disaster relief, housing programs, schools, orphanages, hospitals, medical assistance, environmental conservation efforts, anti-human trafficking programs and more.

MA Center Chicago serves as the hub of Amma’s charitable, educational and spiritual endeavors in the Midwest, regularly conducting prayer sessions, guided meditation, spiritual discourses, green initiatives and youth programs. The center also prepares and serves meals for the hungry, donates food to local food pantries and provides clothing and other essentials to the needy.

Location: 41W501 Keslinger Rd., Elburn. For more information, call 630-387-5077 or visit us.Amma.org/tour.