Become a sewadaar

Serve the sangat, just as Baba Budha Ji did

"Seva is the highest form of worship."

Every meal, every prayer and every open door at Miri Piri House is made possible by sewadaars giving their time freely. There is a place for you too.

Register your interestWays to help
Sewadaars cooking langar in the Gurdwara kitchen

Why seva?

The heart of Sikhi

Seva is selfless service, given with humility and love. Baba Budha Ji served six Gurus for more than a hundred years and never asked for anything in return. Every role in the Guru's house matters, from the langar hall to the darbar.

  • Serve Guru Ghar with love and dedication
  • Learn humility and teamwork
  • Feel closer to the Gurus' teachings and the sangat
  • Be part of a warm, active community

Areas of seva

Find the seva that suits you

No special skills needed. Everyone is welcome, young or old, experienced or new.

Langar Seva

Cooking, serving and cleaning in the community kitchen, so everyone who comes is fed.

Darbar Sahib Seva

Setting up the prayer hall and helping the sangat during programmes.

Shoe & coat area

Welcoming the sangat and looking after their belongings as they arrive.

Cleaning & upkeep

Keeping the Gurdwara clean, tidy and welcoming for everyone.

Media & sound

Helping with the sound system, live streams and social media. Training provided.

Events

Lending a hand at Gurpurabs, Nagar Kirtans, Shabad Chownkis and special programmes.

Our sewadaars

Seva in action

Sewadaars in the langar kitchenSewadaars preparing langarSewadaars mixing pakora batterSewadaar playing the dhol in the procession

How to get involved

Getting started is simple

1

Register your interest

Send us a message or speak to a committee member on your next visit.

2

Meet the team

We'll show you the different areas of seva, health and safety, and what to expect.

3

Start your seva

Join the rota or come when you're free. Even an hour makes a difference.

Do I need any experience?

No. Everyone is welcome, young or old, experienced or new. We will show you what to do.

How much time do I need to give?

As much or as little as you can. Join the rota regularly or come when you are free. Even an hour makes a difference.

Can my family or children help?

Yes. Families, students and young people are very welcome. Children should be with a parent or guardian.

Will I get training?

Yes. New sewadaars are shown the different areas of seva, health and safety, and what to expect. Media and sound duties include training.

What should I wear?

Comfortable, modest clothing with your head covered. Aprons are provided in the langar hall.

Questions?

Speak to our seva team

Not sure where you can help, or have a skill to offer? Call 0115 960 6065, email enquiries@gbbji.org, or speak to a sewadaar at the Gurdwara.

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