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At the front, helping to translate texts into English and leading much of the singing is 15 year old Serene Singh. She acts as an unofficial spokeswoman for the community, often inviting college groups and anyone else interested to stop by and learn more about Sikhism.

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Sikhism is a monotheistic religion which started nearly 500 years ago in the Punjab province of India. The religion’s founder, Guru Nanak, focused his teachings on service to others and love.