World renowned humanitarian and spiritual leader, Mata Amritanandamayi, also known  as Amma, will be returning to the United States from July 4 – August 11.  Amma will be in California (Bay and LA area) with her simple yet  profound message: Love is our true essence. By cultivating love and compassion within  ourselves, we can create a ripple effect that spreads healing and harmony throughout  the world.  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. In  Amma’s arms, many describe experiencing a feeling of radiant and unconditional love.  Amma has embraced more than 40 million people all over the world. When people pour  out their hearts to Amma, she offers them emotional solace, spiritual guidance, and  concrete solutions to their problems.  

Compassion in Action  

Amma’s life is a testament to selfless service and compassion in action. Amma’s global  humanitarian network, Embracing the World (embracingtheworld.org) encompasses  education, disaster relief, housing programs, schools, orphanages,  hospitals, medical assistance, environmental conservation efforts, anti-human trafficking  programs, and more. Inspired by Amma’s message and her work of caring for the disadvantaged, California volunteers organize regular food drives, donating to local homeless shelters.  

Event Details  

All are invited to attend Amma’s upcoming free programs.  Amma will be traveling in the following cities:  Seattle, Oakland, Irvine, Albuquerque, Washington DC, Boston, New York and Chicago.  Programs include Amma’s personal blessing in the form of a hug, inspirational live  music, meditation sessions, spiritual discourses and vegetarian meals.  

  • Oakland Marriott, 1001 Broadway, July 7th and 8th at 11 AM; July 11th at 7 pm
  • Hyatt Regency Irvine, 17900 Jamboree Rd, July 13th at 11 AM; July 16th at  7 pm 
  • Retreats require pre-registration
  • Visit:  us.amma.org/tour for more information and to see info on other tour cities

Please plan to arrive at least 90 minutes before the program to receive a free token, if  you would like to receive Amma’s embrace. Tokens may be limited by time  constraints.