Sai Ram Dear brothers and sisters of Region 5,
It is with immense joy and gratitude that I welcome you to our 36th Annual North Central Sai Conference & Retreat—a sacred gathering that has united our Sai family across the region for more than three decades.
This year’s theme, “One Heart, Many Hands: Serving with Unity and Love,” calls us to move beyond individual practice and experience the joy of serving together—as one family, one heart, and many willing hands.
We are deeply blessed to welcome two extraordinary speakers this year:
Br. Aravind Balasubramanya, who had the rare privilege of serving as Swami’s personal photographer for nearly five years and has inspired devotees worldwide through his books, experiences, and heartfelt storytelling.
Dr. Joe Phaneuf, MD, who has spent decades living Swami’s message through medicine, service, and spiritual leadership, including founding the first SSSIO free medical clinic in the United States.
From September 4–7, 2026, we will gather at the beautiful Camp Nageela Midwest for four enriching days of bhajans, satsangs, service activities, spiritual workshops, SSE programs for our young ones, and the quiet joy of Sai fellowship amidst the beauty of nature.
I encourage you to register early and invite your center members, families, and friends to join us. Every year, this retreat strengthens our faith, deepens our unity, and transforms lives. Together, let us make this year’s gathering a true celebration of love in action.
I look forward to welcoming each of you and sharing this sacred journey together.
With love and Sai Ram,
Madhav Komaragiri
Regional President, SSSIO USA Region 5
retreat@sathyasaicenters.org
Sr. Consultant, SSSIO Digital Media Team
Chair, SSSIO Medical Committee
