In a world filled with constant distractions and busy schedules, finding time to nourish one’s spiritual well-being often takes a backseat.
However, the significance of attending a spiritual conference cannot be overstated.
These gatherings serve as a powerful catalyst for personal growth, enlightenment, and a deeper connection with the divine Almighty God.
The 2023 ECK African Soul Adventure Seminar was no different at all, as it drew individuals from diverse backgrounds coming together with a shared goal to explore the depths of their spirituality and embark on a transformative journey.
Eckankar, The Path of Spiritual Freedom, just hosted the 2023 ECK AFRICAN SOUL ADVENTURE SEMINAR, the first-ever post-COVID-19 African Seminar.
This was held at its beautiful Temple of ECK in Okponglo, East Legon from Friday 25th to Sunday 27th August 2023.
The theme of the Seminar was “Your Life is a Spiritual Adventure.”
About four thousand (4,000) participants attended the three-day event.
They were both Eckankar members (ECKists) and invited guests from all the continents of the world: Europe, North and South America, Australia, Asia, and the Far East.
The seminar acts as a sanctuary, providing a nurturing environment for attendees to delve into the realms of their inner selves.
One of the most remarkable aspects of the ECK African Soul Adventure Seminar is the opportunity to learn from esteemed spiritual leaders, renowned scholars, and experienced practitioners.
These experts impart their wisdom, guiding participants towards a greater understanding of spiritual principles and practices of the ECKANKAR Faith.
Through series of lectures, workshops, and interactive sessions, attendees have gained invaluable insights that can be applied to their daily lives.
Moreover, the conference offers a unique chance for individuals to connect with like-minded souls.
A pre-seminar Public Workshop was organized on Thursday, August 24, 2023.
The Workshop Topic was Getting Your Own Answers from God, and it was handled jointly by the Guest Speaker, Henry Alapiki, the Regional ECK Spiritual Aide (RESA) for Nigeria, and Frank Ofei, the co-RESA for Ghana.
During the Workshop, it was stressed that the basic teaching of Eckankar is that the real you is Soul, not the physical body you wear; you are Soul, created in the image and likeness of the Supreme Being, and you exist because of GOD’s Love for you. As such, you have a direct link to God, through singing “HU”, the most beautiful prayer. HU is the most sacred, ancient, and secret name of GOD.
During a media interaction, Marcel Smallwood, Vahana Coordinator who represents the Missionary of ECKANKAR Liberia, shared how ECKANKAR has modified him and his family.
“In ECKANKAR we are given the HU which is our prayer. My wife is not an ECKist but he came with me to the seminar.
Because of the experiences I had as an ECKist, she has noticed that ECKANKAR has transformed and modified me so much, so she came along with me and she has since supported me.
As a family, we have used the HU Prayers. My wife has used the HU in times of troubles, hardship and other issues of life,” he said.
Some participants shared their experiences.
“I am here because this conference is organised only once a year; I’m here to share in the love of ECKANKAR and to also express my love towards others,” one Francophone participant from Togo shared his thoughts.
One youthful participant also shared how God manifested himself to him in a dream when he lost his grandfather.
“I was mostly raised by my Grandfather so I became very sad and was always weeping. But I had a dream and my Grandfather appeared in my dream to console me and told me that he is happy where he is, since that encounter, I stopped being sad and this was possible through ECKANKAR.”
Another added: “I must say the ECK AFRICAN SOUL ADVENTURE SEMINAR has so far been very spiritually fulfilling and enriching. I joined ECKANKAR about 15 years ago.
I have benefitted so much from ECKANKAR as a youth and as I transition into a young adult, I have realised ECKANKAR is a very practical religion so you have to be practical if you desire to get the needed results.”
The sense of community and camaraderie fostered during these gatherings is unparalleled.
It served as a perfect platform for engaging in conversations, sharing experiences, and forming meaningful connections with others who are on a similar spiritual journey of enrichment.
The impact of a spiritual this seminar indeed extends far beyond the duration of the event itself.
Attendees are now leaving Ghana with a renewed sense of purpose, a clearer vision of their spiritual path, and a heightened level of consciousness.
The knowledge and experiences gained during the conference serve as a guiding light, inspiring individuals to make positive changes in their lives and embrace a more spiritually fulfilling existence.
Furthermore, the benefits of attending a spiritual conference are not limited to the individual.
As participants return to their communities, they bring with them a newfound sense of compassion, love, and understanding.
The ripple effect of their transformed selves spreads, creating a positive influence on those around them.
It has provided a sacred space for personal growth, enlightenment, and the cultivation of spiritual wisdom.
Attendees used the opportunity to embark on a transformative journey to connect with like-minded souls, and gain valuable insights that can be applied to their daily lives.
The impact of the ECK AFRICAN SOUL ADVENTURE SEMINAR extends far beyond the individual, creating a ripple effect of a positive change in the world.
ECKANKAR is an ancient wisdom for today.
Its teachings, which resurfaced in 1965, emphasize the value of personal experiences as the most natural way back to God.
Whatever your religious background, ECKANKAR shows how to look and listen within yourself to expand your consciousness and enjoy spiritual connectedness.
It thrives on a see for yourself—perhaps for the first time—how to live a happy, balanced, productive life and put daily concerns into loving perspective.
ECKANKAR has a few basic beliefs. Simple spiritual exercises are taught that lead to the experience of the Light and Sound of God.
As we practice the spiritual exercises, we learn to recognize the presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives.
According to ECKANKAR, each of us is a Soul, a spark of God sent to this world to gain spiritual experience.
ECKANKAR studies dreams as a source of inner truth, learning how working with our dreams from a spiritual perspective can help us handle daily challenges and learn from them.
