Stories of Connection

Voices of Faith & Healing

Hear from families, students, and healthcare partners about how compassionate Hindu chaplaincy has guided them through life's most meaningful moments.

Community Reflections

What People Are Saying

"On June 30th 2024, I got a random call from an unknown number. Little did I know that my cousin and his wife (traveling from Seattle) were hurt in a catastrophic car accident and admitted to Strong Memorial hospital , Rochester , NY state. The call was from none other than Respected Hindu Chaplain Sanjay Mathur Sir. I still have the entire conversation and chat message series on my WhatsApp all through the two months that it took for my cousin and his wife to recover and heal under the Incredible care of the local community brought together under the guidance of Hindu Chaplain Sanjay Mathur sir. My cousin and his wife had memory disturbances from the accident and multiple wounds and fractures requiring surgeries. Sanjay sir immediately had contacted both sides parents and reassured the stressed parents with his calming affect. This was happening while Sanjay sir’s mother herself was also struggling with her own health issues. I was 100s of miles away down south and I felt helpless not being able to pause my personal life and fly to Rochester. Instead , I held onto Sanjay sir’s hands virtually and he was my lens thru which I could keep track of their healing. This accident happened in an unfamiliar place for my cousin, when they were driving back from vacationing in Niagara Falls. But, His Almighty God had put them exactly where they needed to be around the amazing aura of Hindu Chaplain Sanjay sir and the bunch of other Indian and Caucasian families that helped with loving care, food etc. it took many weeks before discharge to a rehab facility and eventually they were able to fly back to their home city. I can’t imagine this. Sanjay sir and his contacts would help my cousin book an airbnb while the wife was still recovering , and they would take my cousin for Indian grocery and help them cook Indian food. Who on earth would do such things ?! Clearly , it is Him, Almighty God manifesting as the family friends of Hindu Chaplain Sanjay sir. My cousin’s parents could have tried to get here from India, but Sanjay sir went above and beyond to get letters of necessity to expedite visa application for the mother of my cousin’s wife to get here and She made it. I have not seen another Godly human soul that is so powerful and divine like Hindu Chaplain Sanjay Mathur. I still get messages from Sanjay sir. It’s the 2 year anniversary of this particular incident and we are forever grateful for the Roleplay that God Almighty came down to earth as Sanjay Mathur and He continues to walk around amidst us calling Himself as Hindu Chaplain. He is God himself incognito. That’s just my humble perception."

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Dr Prashanth

West Virginia

"I am extremely grateful for the support and guidance I received. The service was professional, compassionate, and truly focused on helping people in need."

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Shan

USA

"When my uncle passed away in New York, I was in California and felt overwhelmed trying to manage everything from across the country. A friend recommended Sanjay Mathur Ji Hindu chaplain, and his support was invaluable. From the day of my uncle’s passing until the cremation, he guided me over the phone through every step of the process with patience, compassion, and clarity. He helped me understand what needed to be done, whom to contact, and how to navigate both the practical and spiritual aspects of this difficult time. What stood out most was his empathy and willingness to be available when I needed guidance. Despite the distance, his calm presence and thoughtful support made me feel far less alone. I am deeply grateful for his help and would highly recommend him to anyone seeking compassionate Hindu spiritual guidance during the loss of a loved one."

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Sumegha Godara

California

"Our heartfelt gratitude to Sanjay Mathur sir for the incredible support he extended to us during one of the most difficult times of our lives. We are six international students living in Burlington, Massachusetts, when a devastating house fire destroyed our home and almost all of our belongings. We suddenly found ourselves without even the basic necessities and were overwhelmed, not knowing where to turn for help. Sanjay sir reached out to us with genuine compassion and immediately started connecting us with people and organizations who could help. Through his network, he introduced us to individuals who provided practical assistance and guidance when we needed it the most. His kindness, dedication, and willingness to help complete strangers made a tremendous difference during a very challenging period. What impressed us most was that Sanjay sir didn’t just offer words of comfort—he took action. He followed up with us, made valuable connections, and ensured that we received support. His selfless service, empathy, and commitment to helping people in need are truly inspiring. We are deeply thankful for everything Sanjay sir has done for us. We wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking compassionate guidance and support. His service is a true example of humanity in action."

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On behalf of the international students affected by the Burlington

Massachusetts house fire
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