During national tragedy of the Boston Marathon Bombings, we, the AMERICAN SIKHS, are heartbroken by the tragedy and to pay homage to the victims, the SIKH Community of Southern California held a Memorial Prayer Vigil on Sunday, April 28, 2013, 2PM - 4PM, at (Khalsa Care Foundation(KCF), 9989 Laurel Canyon, Pacoima, CA 91331 818-896-7700, for peace and tranquility in the USA and the world.
We prayed for those who suffered the loss of loved ones, were injured, and to all those affected by the horrific attacks. We, THE SIKHS joined our nation during this time of adversity and also remembered in gratitude for the sympathy and support we got during Sikh temple shooting in Wisconsin, from all Americans especially from our President, Barack Obama who went so far as to lower the American flags half-mast. We thanked the first responders, Police officers, faith leaders, and lawmakers who honor the victims and stand together. While many are not educated on religions and different cultures, innocent people tend to get the backlash wrongfully. Attempt was made through the media to educate those who may be confused and appealed to all in power to protect all minorities including The Sikhs. It was mentioned that the Sikhs are hard working, professionals, sharing and God fearing people and the Sikhs stand against racism and discrimination on all levels. The Sikhs profess the teachings of Guru Nanak of no discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, work or national origin.
The ceremony included recitation of prayers and homage to the Victims by the Sikh leaders of various Gurdwaras (the Sikh temples), University Students, SALDEF ( Sikh American defense and educational fund) and United Sikhs.
We thank the Executives (sevadars) of of the KCF and especially Sirdars Gurdip Singh Malik and Surinder Singh for hosting the event and providing Guru Ka Langar, free meals.
For more info email or call Dr. Amrit Singh.
All Sikhs are requested to outreach to their Gurdwara, employers, colleagues, friends, elected officials, law enforcement officials, neighbors and city libraries to give copy of this article and show this news clip. Please note that this is being accepted warmly by all Americans.
The event was covered by KNEX CBS radio interview, ABC7 Eyewitness news and Channel11 KTTV
Please call these stations and thank them to cover the Sikh story.
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Amrit Singh, M.D., F.A.C.C. 21500 S. Pioneer Blvd., # 207 Hawaiian Gardens, CA 90716 [email protected] |