As many of you are aware by now, we are undertaking a major construction project here at the ashram in Claxton Bay and we would like to get everyone excited and involved in the changes that are happening. As Sri Vasudeva said, because of the scope of work involved “I will need every hand on deck and all resources that are required” - both physical as well as financial.

Having recently completed a pilgrimage through India, Sri Vasudeva returned to Trinidad inspired and excited with a new vision for our existing ashram, as well as for the new ashram land in central Trinidad. In his own words – “I want to create in continuance of the work and legacy of the great masters and in keeping with the Blue Star mandate that I was divinely given in May 1978.” This will involve redesigning the upper portion of the ashram and returning certain areas to how they were during the original 40 Days - it will become a heritage site. The lower portion will be developed to accommodate immediate needs and for eventual conversion when we move to the new land. Later in this document you will find a detailed summary of the scope of work.

Above: Work in Progress

Below: Men's Building, everyone lends a helping hand

Sri Vasudeva would like all of this completed before we start work on the new ashram in Brasso (central Trinidad). The new ashram involves much preparation, planning and building of basic infrastructure as well as actual facilities /buildings. This will take a few years to complete to the point where Sri Vasudeva will be able to move and live there full-time. So while all this is happening, the existing facility at Claxton Bay needs to be improved to accommodate the increasing number of visitors, as well as in preparation for the eventual conversion of this property into a healing centre or learning and training facility.

This is one of the reasons why Sri Vasudeva has put on hold all his overseas trips this year, so that work can proceed full speed ahead and have his full attention and supervision. This will enable all work at lower portion of hill - (see site plan) ‘Phase 1’ to be completed within one year. We will then have the required facilities and accommodation here so that we can turn our full attention to the design and building of the new Ashram.

Because of the size and scope of this project, we are asking and will need everybody’s help. We currently have workers and visitor’s on-site demolishing existing structures and reshaping the landscape at the lower portion of the ashram. Besides needing labour with the construction, we will also need help in the kitchen and with other seva duties. So if you would like to be a part of turning Sri Vasudeva’s vision into reality, please come and join us.

As you know, all of this will require significant funding, and since Blue Star operates on donations, we are also asking for any financial contributions that you are able to make. We have already had one successful fundraiser, with another to follow later in February with all proceeds going towards the costs of this project.

Here in Trinidad we have a great sense of teamwork happening and a lot of enthusiasm and excitement for what is to follow. Sri Vasudeva would like to encourage everyone to get involved and to use this project as an opportunity to come together to work as a team, both in your Blue Star Centres abroad and in Trinidad.

Sri Vasudeva and Jagdeo observing the Project Site

 

So stay tuned and keep checking back to see what’s happening!

An invitation…
For those of you who would like to contribute to making the completion of this project possible please feel free to call our main office at (1-868) 659-0440 for information
on how you can do so, or email us at
bluestar@tstt.net.tt
Suggestions from Centres are welcome in terms of collection of funds and fundraising ideas.

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For further information, you can contact Blue Star at:

Blue Star Centre Trinidad and Tobago
# 39 Bandoo Street,
Union Village, Claxton Bay
Trinidad and Tobago
West Indies

We Value Your Contribution

Blue Star is funded by the voluntary donations of members and friends.
We thank those who lovingly contribute.

 

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