The work that Sufis consider their sacred task has nothing to do with any particular creed or religion. It is only one simple thing: To be in rhythm with life’s conditions. And in tune with the infinite.
Welcome to Hurqalya Center
Hurqalya Center is a community of spiritual travelers anchored in universal Sufism, brought to the West in 1910 by the Indian mystic Hazrat Inayat Khan. The Sufi message heralds the knowledge of unity of all peoples, all religions, and all existence—the religion of the heart awakened to the beauty of creation.
At Hurqalya Center we express this tradition in forms compatible with contemporary minds and lives. We offer a variety of programs and retreats, including for those new to the spiritual path and Sufism. All offerings are accessible online through zoom.
Weekly Attunements
New to the Center? Drop-in for a free, 30-minute online meditation series held every Thursday at 9:00am (Pacific Time) by an experienced Hurqalya Center teacher.
Upcoming Programs
Weekly Attunement
Inspiration for your Spiritual Practice—a weekly contemplative Attunement. The Oasis, a gathering place for travelers, is held most weeks following the Attunement for 30 ...
Diving into Life: Inner Guidance Group for seekers ages 30-50 with Gayan Macher
For seekers ages 30-50. Join a community of spiritual friendship and support for spiritual maturation.
Prepare for the Inner Journey! – Session Three: Supple Mind
In this 4-part series, we will focus on four qualities , “soil conditions”, essential for spiritual transformation. Each session is an experiential contemplation of o...
Self-guided programs allow you to go at your own pace. Browse available programs 
Save the Date
- Dec 15, 2024Prepare for the Inner Journey! – Session Four: DetachmentFoundationsStudy of Life continues with Gayan on releasing, even for a few moments, from mental preoccupation with life’s affairs.
- Jan 1, 2025New Year's Day AttunementSpecial programsWith Taj and Gayan
- April 21-27, 2025Annual Spring RetreatRetreatsWith Taj and Gayan
Gayan's Ongoing Groups
Gayan leads ongoing Inner Guidance groups, in which we learn together the great art of listening within for the voice of understanding that guides us through life.
Inner Guidance Groups have occasional openings. If you are drawn to joining a group, inquire here.
Taj's Corner
Taj Inayat shares occasional musings and reflections that arise in her heart.
Gayan's Corner
Gayan Macher shares reflections and suggestions related to the study of life and the study of self.
Humanity is one body, the whole of life being one in its source and in its goal, its beginning and its end. The object of the Sufi message is to bring about a better understanding between the divided sections of humanity by awakening their consciousness to the fact that humanity is one family.
