Upcoming Special Events
Thursday, July 25, 8:00 p.m. - Mahavatar Babaji Commemorative Service
Paramahansa Yogananda said, “Celebration of the birthday of a God-realized soul...is a deeply spiritual occasion on which the vibrations of blessing from an illumined master are stronger than on other days in the year, because in the astral world, also, a celebration is taking place. Devotees who attend...with the right attitude will reap spiritual benefits and will find their high resolutions strengthened."
A special devotional service to honor Mahavatar Babaji will be held in the Temple on Friday, July 25, at 8:00 p.m.
It is customary to bring a flower symbolizing devotion, and a monetary offering in gratitude to the SRF line of Gurus and their teachings. Flowers will be available on a donation basis outside the Temple from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
To learn more about Mahavatar Babaji, visit SRF's main site here.
A special devotional service to honor Mahavatar Babaji will be held in the Temple on Friday, July 25, at 8:00 p.m.
It is customary to bring a flower symbolizing devotion, and a monetary offering in gratitude to the SRF line of Gurus and their teachings. Flowers will be available on a donation basis outside the Temple from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
To learn more about Mahavatar Babaji, visit SRF's main site here.
Saturday, July 27, 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. - Annual Temple Cleaning Day
Come join us for our Annual Temple Cleaning Day in preparation for our visitors during Convocation and a karma free lunch during the break at 12:30 p.m.
Feel free to come for all or part of the day.
Schedule:
9:00 a.m. - Morning meditation
12:10 p.m. - Mid-day meditation
12:30 p.m. - Fellowship lunch
End by 3:30 p.m.
For more information, please call the Temple at (323) 661-8006.
Feel free to come for all or part of the day.
Schedule:
9:00 a.m. - Morning meditation
12:10 p.m. - Mid-day meditation
12:30 p.m. - Fellowship lunch
End by 3:30 p.m.
For more information, please call the Temple at (323) 661-8006.
Wednesday, July 31, 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. - Three-hour Wednesday Meditation
On Wednesday, July 31, there will be a three-hour group meditation from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. in the temple.
For those unable to arrive by 7:00 p.m., the doors will reopen during periods of kirtan chanting at 8:00 and 9:00 p.m.
For those unable to arrive by 7:00 p.m., the doors will reopen during periods of kirtan chanting at 8:00 and 9:00 p.m.
Introduction to Meditation Class - Sunday, August 4 - 12:10 p.m. - 12:40 p.m.
The ancient art of meditation is drawing increasing interest from scientists and health professionals around the world for its life-changing potentials. It is the common thread in the lives of all great spiritual giants.
Anyone wishing to learn how to meditate is welcome to attend the short Introduction to Meditation class held immediately after the second service in Lower India Hall from 12:10 - 12:40 p.m. You will learn some of the basic principles for starting your own meditation practice, as taught by Paramahansa Yogananda. These help one calm the mind and interiorize the focus to a higher consciousness. All are welcome!
This Sunday class, generally held on the first Sunday of each month, is in addition to the weekly Intro to Meditation class we offer every Thursday from 12:00 - 12:30 p.m. in the temple.
Anyone wishing to learn how to meditate is welcome to attend the short Introduction to Meditation class held immediately after the second service in Lower India Hall from 12:10 - 12:40 p.m. You will learn some of the basic principles for starting your own meditation practice, as taught by Paramahansa Yogananda. These help one calm the mind and interiorize the focus to a higher consciousness. All are welcome!
This Sunday class, generally held on the first Sunday of each month, is in addition to the weekly Intro to Meditation class we offer every Thursday from 12:00 - 12:30 p.m. in the temple.
Sunday, August 4 - Saturday, August 10 - Annual SRF World Convocation
The annual SRF Convocation is the time of year when thousands of SRF members from around the globe join us local devotees in downtown Los Angeles for a joyous week of immersion in our Guru’s teachings. It is from August 4 - 10. For registration or more information, pick up a convocation card from the vestibule or the Bookroom, or visit the SRF website.
For those who are not able to attend the full Convocation, an “Evening Classes and Closing Event Ticket” is available in the Bookroom for a total cost of $150.00.
Registration and ticket purchase may also be done by calling the Mother Center/Membership Services Dept at (323) 225-2471, before the Convocation.
Registration and ticket purchase may also be done by calling the Mother Center/Membership Services Dept at (323) 225-2471, before the Convocation.
Sunday, August 24, 8:00 p.m. - Janmashtami Commemorative Service
Paramahansa Yogananda said, “Celebration of the birthday of a God-realized soul...is a deeply spiritual occasion on which the vibrations of blessing from an illumined master are stronger than on other days in the year, because in the astral world, also, a celebration is taking place. Devotees who attend...with the right attitude will reap spiritual benefits and will find their high resolutions strengthened."
SRF members and friends are invited to attend a Janmashtami Service honoring the anniversary of the birth of Bhagavan Sri Krishna on Sunday August 17th at 8:00 p.m. in the Temple.
It is customary to bring a flower and a donation to be offered during the devotional service. As usual, for your convenience, flowers will be available on a donation basis one hour before the service begins.
Please note that this Commemoration Service replaces our usual Sunday evening Meditation Service.
SRF members and friends are invited to attend a Janmashtami Service honoring the anniversary of the birth of Bhagavan Sri Krishna on Sunday August 17th at 8:00 p.m. in the Temple.
It is customary to bring a flower and a donation to be offered during the devotional service. As usual, for your convenience, flowers will be available on a donation basis one hour before the service begins.
Please note that this Commemoration Service replaces our usual Sunday evening Meditation Service.
