ASHRAMS

Ashrams are an integral element of the spiritual heritage of India. Today there is a grooving interest in the Ashram way of life in India and abroad. Traditionally, Ashrams were located far from human habitation, in forests or mountainous regions, amidst refreshing natural surroundings conducive to spiritual instruction and meditation.  Ashrams are considered to be the powerhouses of spirituality and creativity in socio-political life.  The main thrust of an Ashram is the integrative approach to life. The overall concern is the liberation and formation of the whole person in communion with society and in harmony with nature. In an Ashram of Catholic initiative one explores the mystery of Christ through a disciplined practice of meditation. It also offers an insight into the mystical dimension of the Christian spirituality. The Ashrams in the Archdiocese help the faithful to have a God experience through retreats, meditations and other spiritual exercises which assists an individual to move closer towards God.

ASHRAM RUN BY THE FATHERS OF THE CONGREGATION OF ST. JOHN

Arul Ashram              
Mettu Street,
Chinnakalapet,
Pondicherry-605 015
Tel: (0413) 2655720

ASHRAM RUN BY THE FRANCISCAN SISTERS OF THE IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY’S CONGREGATION (FIHM)

Idhaya Ashram,
Gallen Thottam,        
Ariyankuppam,
Pondicherry- 605 007
Tel: (0413) 2600479, 2223734, 2600060