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RAMGARHIA MK INSIGHT Ramgarhia Sabha Sikh Temple

Keller Close, Kiln Farm

Milton Keynes, MK11 3LH. Tel: 01908 560799

www.ramgarhiamk.org

Newsletter 2011 Issue 7 October

We raised

£5001!

Thank you!

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What‟s Inside This Issue!

We have another issue full of information and facts for all our readers to

enjoy. A big thank you to all those who have contributed to this issue!

Article Page

View from the Bhandari - Ravinderpal S Mahoon 3

Timetable of Regular Gurudwara Sahib Events 4

Gurudwara Extension Project - Narinderjit S Ubhi 5

Hola Mohalla – A Celebration by The Children of MK! 6

Your Health, Your Wealth? – Manjit K Jootle 8

What is A NAG – Manjit S Virdee 11

Health Watch – Arthritis by Harjit K Virdee 12

Kundalini Yoga and Meditation 13

Punjabi Class – Jatinder S Sehra 14

Vaisakhi 2011 and a Visit from The Mayor! 16

Calendar of Upcoming Programmes 17

Sponsored Picnic Charity Walk For British Heart

Foundation – Harpreet K Mahoon

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How To Make Ras Malai 20

IAG? How can it help you? 21

Strengthening the Sikh Community We require volunteers of all ages with all kinds of skills, including:

Understanding of Sikh concepts and philosophy

Good communication skills * Teaching people of all ages

Media * IT * Marketing professionals

Helping plan an event * Distribute literature

Speak at an event * Make a donation

Please contact Mrs Surjit Kaur Gida (email: surjit.gida@skgsolicitors.co.uk) or

Mr Tarsem Singh Chaggar (email: tarsemchaggar@ramgarhiamk.org) if you can

provide any assistance or any other contribution to promote a stronger Sikh

Community.

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View from the Bhandari – Kitchen Supervisor

Dear Sadh Sangat Ji, Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh

Just over three years ago I was blessed with the seva of

Bhandari (kitchen supervisor). It is a seva that has a

great responsibility and one that is essential to ensure

“Guru Ka langar” runs smoothly.

Langar is a unique and special aspect in the sikhi dharma.

It is this practice that allows us to express equality

within all humanity, in this world of prejudice. The

concept of langar began with Guru Nanak Dev Ji, who

told his Sikhs that their home should be a such-dharmsal

(place of truth and open charity).

Langar not only fed the poor, but those of

different caste and ideology would eat

together with all their differences set

aside. Today langar still has that same

power. However we within our own

communities need to move away from our

differences, such as views regarding

aspects of management and „caste‟.

The sevadars of Milton Keynes Sabha have

worked hard to provide a kitchen, in which the langar can be prepared with

ease. Gratefully, in recent years many improvements have been made within the

kitchen and Langer hall. The photos highlight the facilities. The kitchen is of a

modern design, equipped with the necessary tools such as new gas cookers,

potato peeling machines and heated serving trays. Most recently, two 42" flat

screen televisions have been installed in the langar hall. These will allow the

sangat to be part of the

congregation visually and spiritually, whilst

serving and eating langar downstairs.

It is pleasing to see that more sangat over

the past few years have been part of the

langar seva on Sunday divans and on

programmes such as Sangrand and

Gurupurabs. We would encourage everyone

to take part in this seva, even if it is only

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for a few hours, or once every so often. We aim in the near future to develop a

rota system for the langar seva on weekly divans. Your views regarding this

matter would be most welcomed.

A humble thank you to all the sevadars who

have helped, and continue to help in the

preparation of langar and cleanliness of the

kitchen and dining hall. May Waheguru Ji bless

us all and give us the strength to walk on the

path of truth leading to contentment.

Best wishes, Mr Ravinderpal Singh Mahoon

Timetable of Regular Gurudwara Sahib Events

Sunday Morning Divan: The main divan takes place every Sunday morning from

9.30am till 12.45pm. Schedule is as follows:

9.30am Kirtan of Sri Assa Di Var

11.00am Kirtan by local Sangat

11.30am Kirtan and Katha by Giani Tejinder Singh Ji

12.30pm Ardas followed by Guru Ka Langar

Simran: Come and join members of the Sadh Sangat in chanting the name of

the Almighty Waheguru on Saturday mornings between 7am and 8am.

Ladies Satsang: Takes place on the first Saturday of each month from 2pm till

4pm.

Sangrand: There is an evening divan from 6.30pm till 8pm to celebrate the

beginning of the new month in accordance with the Nanakshahee calendar.

Punjabi Class for all Ages: Takes place Monday evening at 6pm for one hour,

followed by a chips and beans dinner! A great opportunity for those wishing to

learn up to GCSE standard. Adults are also encouraged to attend who wish to

improve their Punjabi language skills.

Kirtan Class: Harmonium and Tabla teaching takes place Monday evening from

7pm till 8pm. Classes are free, so make the most of this opportunity for all

ages!

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Harmonium is taught by Mr Mohinder Singh Kundal and Tabla by Mr Jagdeep

Singh Mudhan, a very accomplished tabla player from Northampton.

Lunch Club: Takes place each Wednesday. The concept of Lunch club is to

get elderly people out of their homes and to facilitate sharing of social

values amongst each other through the provision of a luncheon. Kirtan takes

place from 11am to 11.30am and then yoga from 11. 30am to 12.30pm. Luncheon

is provided between 12:30pm and 1.30pm. Officers of Statutory bodies are

invited to the Gurudwara on a regular basis to provide related information such

as Police assistance, Housing concerns, Medical etc. Lunch Club arranges outings

for their members regularly.

Gym Activities and opening times: To become a Gym member please visit

during opening times to sign up free of charge.

We continually look to improve the facilities. Should you have any specific

opening time preferences or require alternative exercise equipment please post

your comments in the suggestion box located in the main Gurudwara foyer. We

want to provide the resources you need in your Gym.

Tuesday (Ladies only) 7.00pm to 8.30pm

Wednesday and Thursday 6.15pm to 9.00pm

Friday – Men‟s Sports Evening 7.00pm to 9.00pm

Gurudwara Extension Project Update

Ramgarhia Sabha of Milton Keynes was formed in 1986 and has been going from

strength to strength ever since. Regular weekly and Sunday congregations were

held at local school halls where a van full of equipment was used by sevadars to

set up the hall for the congregation on each occasion. It was therefore always

apparent from the outset that purpose built premises will have to be

bought/developed to cater for all needs of a Sikh Gurudwara.

The current property was purchased in the mid nineties. An application for a

change of use to a Sikh Gurudwara was subsequently granted along with

planning permission and the building altered internally to provide reasonable

size ground and first floor halls for use as a langar and prayer hall respectively.

In 2000, an application for an extension scheme for the Gurudwara was

submitted to the Council and subsequently obtained planning consent. At the

time it was felt, the accommodation, once completed, would be sufficient to

cater for all types of religious events. However, the organisation has now

realised that the premises needs to be extended further to facilitate larger

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congregation gatherings at weddings, Kirtan Divans and other private religious

ceremonies. Earlier this year the committee deliberated on this at various

meetings and eventually agreed to request Mr Balwinder Singh Obhi to draw up

plans to extend the current building.

The scope of the planning application to be submitted to Milton Keynes Council

is for re-planning of the existing structure and extensions to ground and first

floor levels.

Presently the site provides for a combined ground floor and first floor area of

584m2. This provides Langer Hall, kitchen facilities, foyer, toilet facilities at

ground floor and at first floor level, a Divan Hall, office and a self contained

single bedroom dwelling for Giani Ji.

The extension to the site represents an additional 208m2 of usable space at

ground and first floor, representing a total of 416m2 additional floor area. This

increases the available space of the Divan hall at first floor level. The upper

foyer shall be reconfigured to provide a library and multi use room for

meetings and wedding registration ceremonies / bride‟s room. Ground floor

provides increased Dining Room facilities, and relocated accommodation for

Giani Ji.

Plans are available to view on the notice board at the Gurudwara. Please feel

free to provide any thoughts and feedback on the plans to the management

committee.

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Hola Mohalla – A Celebration by the Children of MK!

Sunday 20th of March 2011 was a very exciting day for the young members of

the congregation at Ramgarhia Sabha Sikh Temple in Milton Keynes when they

participated in several activities at the Gurudwara.

This was a fantastic opportunity to see and listen to youngsters conducting the

whole ceremony on the day. The Gurudwara was packed with sangat, parents,

family members and youngsters who were keen to join in with the celebration

of Hola Mahalla. The foresight of the community leaders who organised this

event has to be applauded in no uncertain terms. They worked very hard to

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organise this event to encourage “the future generation” to become the role

models and leaders of tomorrow!

It was the youngsters‟ chance to showcase talent and skills, they had acquired.

This day was also a great opportunity to learn about Sikhi from invited guests

who travelled to Milton Keynes, from far-off places like Peterborough and

Hitchin.

The program started off with Simran & Shabad Kirtan recited by young

children who had learnt from Punjabi and Kirtan classes held at the Gurudwara.

Some children chose to read speeches they had specially prepared.

The stage duties were conducted very ably. One speech that stood out was the

one about Dasam Granth. The Sangat listened with deep interest. The power

point presentation and the display of Sikh Shastars made it extremely

impressive.

Langar was organised with a difference. Children and

other young members were involved at every stage.

The preparations commenced the previous night,

where everyone helped cut red, green and yellow

peppers to a very strict specification because they

were an important ingredient in the pepper paneer

sabzee. The “turkas” were made with fried onions and

pureed tomatoes.

Some fortunate young langar sewadars who arrived

early enough on Sunday morning listened to Giani Ji

reciting the path whilst he used the long “khurpana”

to turn the Karah Parshad in a rhythmic circular motion. They were fascinated

to watch how the parshad was made – something all young children love to eat.

It takes a lot of experience to roll perfect round rotis but some girls made

their best efforts even though a lot of them only managed to create “maps of

the world”. You have to start somewhere!

In the Divan Hall, The programme concluded with Ardas that was narrated

fluently by a young man

from Milton Keynes.

Langar was served to the

congregation in the hall by

young sewadars. Sangat

members enjoyed the

delicious langar that

included daal, pepper

paneer and of course, the

not-so-round roti‟s.

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After the Divan an out of town Gatka team demonstrated impressive

swordsmanship and other skills. Sikhs have been practicing Gatka since the

times of our Gurus. It was inspiring to see young Khalsa girls and boys showcase

their skills they had learnt at their Gatka classes in Hitchin.

Last but not least as per the Hukamnama issued by the Singh Sahib Giani

Gurbachan Singh, the current religious head of Sri Akal Takhat Sahib in Punjab,

India, an apple tree was planted in

aid of the first “Sikh Environment

Day” which will be held every year in

honour of the Avtar Divas of Guru

Har Rai who became 7th Sikh Guru

on March 14, 1644 and created

awareness on the importance of the

environment. Some children were

heard saying: “How thoughtful to

plant an apple tree, we can make

apple chutney for the langar”

All the young sangat members and children who participated were presented

with certificates and chocolates.

It was an occasion that will be remembered for a long time. Everyone loved

either taking part or just listening.

Your Health, Your Wealth? The beginning of Your Wellbeing Journey with Ayurveda

You love your house. You love your sofa. You love your television. You love your

hifi. You love your car, motorbike and so on! You just love your things!

The question I ask you is, do you love yourself? Really? Ok, if you do, do you

really love yourself as much as your things?

Here, we will explore, what Ayurveda means to you. What does it have to do

with your things I hear you ask? Well, I ask you, do your things matter when your health and wellbeing is not happy, for you to really enjoy them?

Questions you ask about Ayurveda…

What is Ayurveda? Is it something you eat or drink? Or is it something you

watch or do? Is it a subject you study or something you practice?

Well the answer is that it is a combination of the above and much more. There

are elements where you eat or drink or even both. It is also something you do.

You watch how something is done and do it for yourself. Saying it is a subject

is merely belittling its greatness, however for now let us call it a subject. It is

something you can study to varying degrees and you practice it for yourself.

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I hear you say, why would you want to practice it? What benefit would it bring

you? What is it really about? So let us explore what it is about and what

meaning it has for you, for me and for everyone? Let us also see why you would

want to practice its teachings and what benefits they bring to you and me.

What is Ayurveda?

First of all, let us look at the meaning of the word “Ayurveda”. “Ayur” means

“life” and “veda” means “science” or “knowledge”. So Ayurveda means “science

of life”. It is addressing your wellbeing, your health over the course of your

life in relation to where you are today. This means it is “holistic”.

It is just that! It looks at the complete aspects of life, not just the physical.

How you think and how you feel on an ongoing basis affects your physicality.

This means the whole of your habits in life are looked at, as these have all

contributed to where you are today! This also means you can heal yourself by

addressing a new way of thinking and feeling.

Ayurveda is believed to be the oldest healing science in existence. What does

that mean I hear you say? This means it holds the oldest systems to promote

wellbeing in your mind, body and soul, where your body is designed to be a

natural self healing system.

The aim of Ayurveda is to treat the “cause” of any ailment or state of being,

rather than just the symptom, no matter what it is. Ayurveda looks at your

mental and emotional patterns of behaviour to yourself, which affects your

ultimate physical wellbeing.

Why Ayurveda? And what is the benefit to you?

Yes, Ayurveda addresses states in your wellbeing which need healing. Its main

aim is to prevent any unbalances occurring in the first place. So the key here is

“prevention”. Wouldn‟t it be amazing that you never get ill?

Don‟t you think it would be wonderful to create a life of harmony and have a

body and mind system which heals itself very effortlessly when it does become

ill. All you would have to do is adopt a life style which is free from or at least

minimises stress, pressure and worry and creating harmony within yourself.

Just by remaining balanced in times of pressure and stress is a perfect start!

Can you see by doing this, you can do more of what you have always wanted to

do. More energy, more time, more excitement! Thus creating more happiness

within yourself to live just the way you want your life to be.

How does Ayurveda help you?

Each person is different. You are different from your sister, brother, mother,

father, friend, etc.. This means your constitution is different from another.

Your wellbeing therefore is different. How unique are you? Amazing!

How is this determined? Fundamentally, the constitution of your body system

is determined. There are three main types, or doshas: “kapha”, “pitta” and

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“vata”. Kapha types usually have a tendency for oily skin, thick hair and solid

builds, thus it is associated with the water and earth elements. Pitta types

usually fair and freckled with combination skin, medium structure in build and

associated with the fire and water elements. Vata types tend to have dry skin

and thin builds and associated with ether and air elements.

You complete a questionnaire about your life style, likes and thoughts and

emotions. From this your most predominant dosha can be determined and also

where your imbalances are and which imbalanced dosha is to be rebalanced.

Everyone is made up of all three with a major dosha and minor doshas.

When other information about your life and psychological tendencies are

studied, the correct diagnosis and corrective treatment can be determined. As

you can see the answers to your own problems lie in your own physical and

psychological systems. So you see, you create your health and wellbeing to

become imbalanced and so this means that you can therefore create your own

wellbeing into a healthy body system, so restoring the natural balance. Thus

restoring the human body‟s natural repairing and regenerating system to enable

to do its job in perfect balance – how it was originally designed by nature.

Ayurveda looks at how the mind and the body allows itself to be affected.

Affected by its own internal thoughts and feelings and also the affects which

add to these from external influences in the environment. These influences

affect the body internally and externally (that is, the skin and the hair).

Think about what you put inside your body to nourish it and how it affects the

health of your body. What food do you eat? What thoughts do you think?

What things do you watch and read? What emotions do you feel? These and

many more, are all factors that affect your wellbeing.

Think about what you put onto your body to cleanse and nourish it. Does it

contain harmful chemicals that contaminate and unbalance your skin and body?

Does it contain naturally occurring nutrients to help your skin and body? Help

in what way, I hear you ask? Help to repair your body‟s skin and body‟s cells to

a healthy state. Help to regenerate those cells to start working as they were

designed to do by nature. The body knows what it needs to repair itself, so the

cells in the body need to be healthy for it to do the best job it already knows!

After understanding your own body system composition, the following practices

are used to bring wellbeing: Yoga, meditation, prayer, watching and choosing

healthy thoughts, healthy food choices, choosing not to be affected by

external influences and better choice of what you watch, read and listen to.

Being selective about what you are putting onto your body – natural products

which do not harm your skin cells, but help them in their living for you to live.

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Closing thoughts?

For now, only a basic overview of Ayurveda has been covered to open the doors

of your life journey to better wellbeing. This gives you an idea of how

Ayurveda is holistically looking at creating and maintaining health and wellbeing

to prevent illness and maintain a healthy state of being.

Your health is Your wealth! I will leave you with this thought, until next time…

How much do You value Your health, Your wellbeing, so You enjoy Your things?

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Health Watch - Arthritis

What is arthritis?

There are over 100 types of arthritis, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid

arthritis and gout. The word "arthritis" means "joint inflammation".

Inflammation is one of the body's natural reactions to disease or injury, and

includes swelling, pain and stiffness. Inflammation that lasts for a very long

time or recurs, as in arthritis, can lead to tissue damage.

The images below show a normal joint and a joint affected by Rheumatoid

Arthritis.

The most common types of musculoskeletal diseases (Rheumatic diseases) are

listed below;

Please visit www.arthritiscare.org.uk/AboutArthritis/Conditions for more

detailed information on the different types of rheumatic diseases.

How is arthritis diagnosed and how is it treated?

If you think you have arthritis please visit your GP as your GP will be able to

diagnose you once they have assessed you and asked you relevant questions. If

necessary your GP will refer you to a rheumatologist or orthopaedic surgeon at

your local hospital.

Osteoarthritis Rheumatoid arthritis Reactive arthritis

Fibromyalgia Ankylosing spondylitis Psoriatic arthritis

Gout Polymyalgia rheumatica Arthritis in children

Systemic lupus erythematosis

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Once you have been to your GP or seen a medical specialist you will be

prescribed one or a combination of the following medicines:

Painkillers (analgesics) for example Paracetamol or Paracetamol

and Codeine

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including Cox-2

inhibitors for example Ibuprofen or Diclofenac

Steroids for example Prednisolone

Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) for example

Methotrexate

Biologics, including anti-TNFs for example Infliximab or

Adalimumab

References: www.arthritiscare.org.uk and www.webmd.boots.com/arthritis/default

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Kundalini Yoga and Meditation.

Kundalini Yoga, the Yoga of Awareness, consists of simple yogic techniques that can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of gender, age or physical ability. It is a complete science that includes breath (pranayam), yoga postures (asanas), sound, chanting (mantra) and meditation. It is designed to provide you with the experience of your highest consciousness through the raising of your Kundalini. Venue: Ramgarhia Sabha Sikh Temple Sports Hall

Keller Close Kiln Farm Milton Keynes MK 11 3LH Costs: £7.00 per session

Teacher: Siri Nirankar Singh is a KRI certified Kundalini Yoga teacher with KYTA UK, the national and IKYTA, the international Kundalini Yoga Teacher’s Association. He trained with Amrit Nam Sarovar School in London and France.

PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN YOGA MAT

For details of next session please contact Mrs Surjit Kaur Gida at her email address: Surjit.gida@skgsolicitors.co.uk

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Punjabi Class

Our Mission

“To ensure that the Punjabi class makes a vital contribution to the

development of cultural identity and to encourage the use of the Punjabi language”.

We feel it is important for our community to learn Punjabi because Punjabi is

the mother tongue of the Punjabis as well as the language of the Sikh Religion.

By learning Punjabi, we gain

an understanding of the

Sikh cultural and spiritual

heritage and develop a

strong tie with Punjab, the

birthplace of Sikhism. More

importantly, the Guru

Granth Sahib Ji is written in Gurmukhi and it is only through knowing Punjabi

that you can fully participate in the worship of the true Akaal Purakh.

Punjabi class runs every Monday from 6pm-7pm, where we currently have 20-25

children who regularly attend the

class. They learn how to speak,

write and read Punjabi. The class is

divided into two segments, the first

ten minutes are spent teaching the

basic principles of Sikhi and the

rest of the hour is spent teaching

Punjabi.

We run four separate groups, where children are allocated based on their

ability,

1. Primary Level – in this group children learn their basics with none or very

little prior knowledge of Punjabi, e.g. alphabet, numbers up to 20, days of

the week, colours, animals etc. Children are also taught some basic Sikhi

teachings.

2. Intermediate Level – children in this group learn how to read and write

simple words using vowels. They are taught the meaning of words and

encouraged to speak in Punjabi.

3. Higher Level – Children use their knowledge from the Intermediate level

and build their confidence by learning more complex words. They read and

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write sentences in punjabi and are taught how to have a conversation in

punjabi.

4. GCSE Level – children, who have a higher ambition and want to achieve a

formal qualification, can come and join this group. We currently have 6

children who are working very hard towards their GCSE exams.

Punjabi class is a really valuable

learning source for our children,

where they learn together and

have fun. After Punjabi class

children enjoy eating their langar

together (usually chips and beans!)

and socialise with fellow students,

which makes a great end to a very

hard day.

Everyone is invited to Punjabi class regardless

of age and if you would like to improve your

Punjabi, please come and join us every Monday.

If you would like more information or would

like to discuss anything in detail please

contact Mr Jatinder Singh Sehra on:

mobile: 07949029881

or email;j.sehra@hotmail.com

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“Vaisakhi” April 2011 and a visit from the Mayor! Vaisakhi celebration at the Gurudwara was attended by nearly 400 people. The

congregation made up of the young and elderly, was very much a family affair.

The celebrations formed as always with the reciting of Sri Guru Granth Sahib

Ji with an Akhand Path over the 3 day festival. The recitation was concluded on

the Sunday with the last verses written by our 9th Guru, Sri Guru Tegh

Bahadar Ji. Blissful Kirtan was performed thereafter by the youngsters and

the local Sangat.

Everyone then took part in the seva of the Nishan

Sahib accompanied by the chanting of “Waheguru”.

The whole ceremony of changing the chola of

the Nishan Sahib took place in the presence of the

“Panj Pyare” and glorious sunshine. After the Nishan

Sahib seva, members of the sangat had a chance to

partake in a variety of refreshments that were

prepared by dedicated sevadars, before making their

way to the main hall for the concluding Kirtan by Giani

Tejinder Singh Ji.

During this time the Mayor of Milton Keynes,

Debbie Brock, had arrived at the Gurudwara to

attend the special occasion of Vaisakhi. Prior

arrangements had been made by Tarsem Singh

Ubhi for the Mayor to attend on this day.

Tarsem Singh Ubhi, Manjit Singh Virdee and

Mohinder Singh Munde accompanied the Mayor

during her visit at the Gurudwara and explained

the significance of the occasion and sharing

further teachings about the Sikh way of life. At the end of the ceremony,

Narinderjit Singh Ubhi requested the Mayor to say a

few words by addressing the congregation. It was

heartening for all to hear when the Mayor emphasised

the fact how the Sikh community is an important

asset of British society, how the community has

assimilated in the Town of Milton Keynes and how

vitally important it is to have such a vibrant

community which demonstrates high morals and

ethical values to everyone.

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October

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Friday 25 – Sunday 27

November

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Sponsored Picnic Charity walk For British Heart Foundation

Although this fantastic venture took place in the summer of last year, we

believe it needs a special mention in the newsletter purely on the basis it was

inspired by the dedicated seva of two individuals Mrs Surjit Kaur Gida and Mrs

Avtar Kaur Mahoon. Through weeks of planning, they organised such a

successful event, that even the British Heart Foundation were truly impressed

with their efforts and the efforts of the Sangat who participated in this very

worthwhile cause! The photos show just what a great day it was for everyone

involved – Editorial Team

On the 24th of July 2010 the Milton Keynes Sikh Sangat and other locals

participated in a 4km charity

walk for the British Heart

Foundation.

The British Heart foundation

is a charity organisation that

aims to fight heart disease.

This organisation do research,

promote healthy living for the

heart, help patients with

heart conditions and support

for their families.

Initially the target for the event was set at £1000. However with the great

enthusiasm and support of everyone we raised a total of £5,100.

The day began on that bright Saturday morning with the gathering of everyone

at the Peace Pagoda, Willen lake. A lot of the Milton Keynes sangat showed

their support on that day, ranging from the elderly down to little babies, which

was all for a great cause.

A display of balloons marked the start line of the walk, once the ribbon was

cut, the adventure began. Laughter

from the crowd, patter of children‟s

feet, combined with glazing sun on

the water, only uplifted the

atmosphere. Not only was it an

enjoyable stroll around the Lake but

the scenery added to the experience.

The finishing line was marked at the

beautiful Buddhist Peace Pagoda

Temple. This commemorated an

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established interfaith relation between the two communities.

To end the morning the

hearty occasion was

celebrated with a grand

picnic. This was a nice

opportunity for the Sikh

local community to relax

and enjoy friendly chats

accompanied by some good

food. Everyone also had

the chance to explore the Buddhist Temple and garden. As the red and white

balloons were released by little children into the air the gathering came to an

end.

Seva is part of a

Sikh‟s life as

figures of Sikh

history have

taught us. One

great figure is

Bhai Kanhaiya Ji.

Bhai Kanhaiya Ji

was one of the first “Guru ka Sikh” that demonstrated to us through his

unselfish, love filled acts that God‟s Sprit is in all. At the time of Guru Tegh

Bahadur Ji this humble Guru ka sikh, Bhai Kanhaiya Ji would go around the

battlefield serving water to all the wounded, regardless of who they were.

Guru Maharaj ji blessed us with this seva on the 24th of July for those of the

British Heart foundation.

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A big warm thanks to

everyone who was

involved in the walk and

gave generous donations.

The British Heart

Foundation commended

the efforts of the Sikh

Community in Milton

Keynes at a national

awards ceremony held at

their head office, Greater London House, 180 Hampstead Road, London, on the

16th October 2010. Mrs Avtar Kaur Mahoon collected the award on behalf of

the Sangat from Laurence Littler, Regional Director at British Heart

Foundation.

Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh

How to make Ras Malai

Ingredients:

2 lbs ricotta cheese

1/2 cup sugar

32 oz full fat milk

A pinch of saffron

1/4 tsp crushed cardamom seeds

1/2 cup blanched almonds

2 tbsp crushed green pistachios

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Preparation of ras malai:

Mix the cheese with sugar and little cardamom powder and spread out

on a baking tray.

Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes or until it sets. It should not get

brown.

Remove from oven, cool at room temperature and cut into 2" squares.

Place them in a dessert bowl.

Mix the other ingredients, except the pistachios well in a separate

dish and pour over the squares.

Decorate the ras malai with pistachios, chill for 2-3 hours and then serve!

IAG? How can it help you?

The Independent Advisory Group (IAG) is a community led group who independently advises Milton Keynes Constabulary and Thames Police Authority. It has a key role to play in helping to increase the public's trust and confidence in the police, particularly amongst minority communities. The IAG also helps the police and police authority to gain a better understanding of the different effects that their policies and functions can have on various communities.

Members of IAG provide advice to the police to help them monitor the quality of service they provide to the diverse communities of Milton Keynes with particular emphasis on

Hate crime

Advising on critical/major incidents

Advising on Policies and procedures

Monitoring Data in relation to Stop and Account

I represent Ramgarhia Sikh Temple, Kiln Farm at the meetings which are held every other month. Generally the meetings cover the following issues:

Table issues which concern either an individual or the community.

Listen and consider other people's views, and offer help where possible.

Question and challenge the views of others in a constructive way

Work as part of a team to resolve issues discussed.

Consider your own biases and prejudices.

Make a contribution to influencing policing strategies and policies.

As we work very closely with the police, if you have any issues which concern you as an individual or as a community, then please come and talk to me so that I can raise this at the next meeting.

Manjit S Virdee

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Would You Like To Advertise In The RSMK Newsletter?

If you wish to advertise to the local Sikh Community, then this will be a very

useful channel for you! At the same time you will be helping your local

Gurudwara Sahib! Please contact the committee member on duty at the

Gurudwara Sahib on a daily basis between 7pm and 8pm to discuss your

requirements. We can either use your own advertising material or build an

advert from scratch. It is your choice.

Let Us Have Your Opinion!

Did you find the topics informative and interesting? Please let us have your

thoughts on this newsletter? We want to write about the things that interest

you.

Let us know if you wish for certain articles or topics of discussion to be

included. Remember, this is your newsletter so we need to know what you want.

If you wish to publish an article in the next newsletter, please let us know. We

want to get the local Sangat involved as much as possible in having input to the

newsletter.

Next Newsletter to be Published in January 2012…

Please get any articles, thoughts, adverts to us before 04 December 2011 so we

can include them in our next newsletter. Even if it is local or national news that

maybe of interest to the community, we need your input. You may even have

some news about what is happening in our homeland, the Punjab, which you wish

to share with readers! Or even information on events taking place for kids in

and around Milton Keynes.

Contact Details

Ramgarhia Sikh Temple Milton Keynes

Keller Close, Kiln Farm, Milton Keynes, MK11 3LH

Tel 01908 560799

www.ramgarhiamk.org

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