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Mata Amritanandamayi is known throughout the world as Mothe (Amma), for her selfless love and compassion toward all beings. Her entire life has been dedicated to alleviating the pain of the poor, and those suffering physically and emotionally.

Throughout her life, Amma has embraced and comforted more than 33 million people. When asked where she gets the energy to help so many people, Amma answered: "Where there is true love, everything is effortless."www.Amma.org 

Programs include spiritual talks, devotional singing and the opportunity to receive Amma’s darshan —a blessing in the form of a personal embrace. Free Programs are offered Saturday, July 14 at 10:00 am and 7:30 pm and Tuesday, July 17 at 7:00 pm.

Pre-registration is required for a Retreat with Amma on July 15 -17. All programs will be held at the Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel & Trade Center, 181 Boston Post Rd. West, Marlborough, MA. 01752-1883.

For more information, visit: www.ammanewengland.org