We express our heartfelt gratitude to all the volunteers who worked behind the scenes to help put together the wonderful “Hive of Satsanga” event to commemorate the 30th Anniversary of the Seattle Center. Photos from the event have now been posted on our website at srfseattlecenter.org

Self-Realization Fellowship is pleased to announce the Fall session of the online How-to-Live classes for children and teens, which will be held September 12th through December 12th. Registration is now open, and information is available on the flyers in the Sunday School.

Next Sunday, September 13th, we will have a Spanish Reading Service from 12:15 – 1:15 p.m. All are welcome to attend.

The title for today’s Service is “Meditation: Direct Perception of God”

Printable PDF of Sep 6, 2026 Announcements

This year, the Seattle Center will livestream a special Janmashtami Commemorative Service led by our revered President, Bro. Chidananda, from the SRF International Headquarters on Thursday, September 3rd at 6:30 p.m., enabling us to partake of the blessings together as a group. Following the livestream, we will have a short break and continue with the traditional flower offering and devotional Kirtan at 8 p.m. It is customary to bring a flower and a monetary offering in an envelope as symbols of our devotion and loyalty to Bhagavan Krishna and the line of SRF Gurus. Please note that this Service on September 3rd will be held instead of the originally planned Commemorative Service on Friday, September 4th. 

On Saturday, September 5th, we will have a 6-hour Kirtan meditation in honor of Bhagavan Krishna from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Group Energization Exercises will be held at 9:40 a.m., and there will be a 30-min break at 1 p.m.

We would like to thank all the volunteers who helped put together the wonderful “Hive of Satsanga” event to commemorate the 30th Anniversary of the Seattle Center.

Next Sunday is a special day. We invite you to join us in commemorating the 30th Anniversary of the Seattle Center at Shoreline. The event, titled “A Hive of Satsanga”, will begin with a Kirtan meditation at 9:30 a.m., followed by a special inspirational program with uplifting music, inspirational readings, a skit, and memoirs from Center members. Please note that the start time for both the meditation and inspirational program is 30 min. earlier than our normal Sunday timings. The program will be followed by a delicious catered lunch at around 12:15 p.m.

This year, the Seattle Center will livestream a special Janmashtami Commemorative Service led by our revered President, Bro. Chidananda, from the SRF International Headquarters on Thursday, September 3rd at 6:30 p.m., enabling us to partake of the blessings together as a group. Following the livestream, we will have a short break and continue with the traditional flower offering and devotional Kirtan at 8 p.m. It is customary to bring a flower and a monetary offering in an envelope as symbols of our devotion and loyalty to Bhagavan Krishna and the line of SRF Gurus. Please note that this Service on September 3rd will be held instead of the originally planned Commemorative Service on Friday, September 4th. 

On Saturday, September 5th, we will have a 6-hour Kirtan meditation in honor of Bhagavan Krishna from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Group Energization Exercises will be held at 9:40 a.m., and there will be a 30-min break at 1 p.m.

The Managing Council is grateful for all the prayers and financial support that have led to us reaching 100% of our fundraising goal. Plans are underway now to begin working with SRF’s Building and Planning department and obtaining approvals to begin the remodel.

The title for today’s video Service is: “Introspection: Exploring the Workings of your Inner Self” by Bro. Ishtananda.

Printable PDF of Aug 23, 2026 Announcements

If you haven’t RSVP’ed for our special 30th Anniversary celebration titled “A Hive of Satsanga”, you still can! We have flyers with a QR code that you can pick up from the ushers or from the info table. The day will begin with a Kirtan meditation at 9:30 a.m., followed by a special Inspirational program featuring inspirational readings, uplifting music, and memoirs from Center members. The program will be followed by a delicious catered lunch at 12:15 p.m. We look forward to commemorating this special anniversary with you all.

We are looking for volunteers to help with setup and take down for the 30th Anniversary Event. You may sign up on the sheet in the Social Room if you are interested in serving in these areas.

Our Social Room remodel project has reached 88% of its goal of $40,000, and when we cross the 90% mark, we will be able to submit our final plans and bids to Center Department for approval. We are deeply grateful for all your prayers and financial support. Those wishing to contribute may scan the QR code on the poster in the Social Room, or pick up an envelope from the seat pockets in front of you to make your donation. Donations made by check don’t incur the service fee. Please remember to indicate “Social Room remodel” in the memo section of your check.

The title for today’s Service is: “Who made God?”

Printable PDF of Aug 16, 2026 Announcements

We hope you all enjoyed the SRF Convocation. You may continue to view all the online 2026 Convocation events (except for the fellowship sessions) on the Convocation event website; and many of the talks, kirtans, and meditations are available on the SRF YouTube channel. 

Our special 30th Anniversary celebration titled “A Hive of Satsanga” will be held on Sunday, August 30th. Please pick up a flyer from the ushers or from the info table, so you can RSVP for the lunch. The day will begin with a Kirtan meditation at 9:30 a.m., followed by a special Inspirational program featuring inspirational readings, uplifting music, and memoirs from Center members. The program will be followed by a delicious catered lunch at 12:15 p.m. We look forward to commemorating this special anniversary with you all.

Our Social Room remodel project has reached 84% of its goal of $40,000. We are deeply grateful for all your prayers and financial support. Those wishing to contribute may scan the QR code on the poster in the Social Room, or pick up an envelope from the seat pockets in front of you to make your donation. Donations made by check don’t incur the service fee. Please remember to indicate “Social Room remodel” in the memo section of your check.

The title for today’s Video Service is: “How to Develop True Intuition”.

Printable PDF of Aug 9, 2026 Announcements

As a service to those who aren’t traveling to the SRF Convocation this year, we are happy to inform you that the Seattle Center will livestream the 7:30 p.m. evening classes and 9 p.m. evening meditations starting this evening August 2nd through August 7th, as well as the closing class at 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 8th.

Please note that the regularly scheduled 3-hr. Meditation on Saturday, August 8th is canceled owing to the SRF Convocation.

Our special 30th Anniversary celebration titled “A Hive of Satsanga” will be held on Sunday, August 30th. Please pick up a flyer from the ushers or the info table, so you can RSVP for the lunch. The day will begin with a Kirtan meditation at 9:30 a.m., followed by a special Inspirational program featuring inspirational readings, uplifting music, and memoirs from Center members. The program will be followed by a delicious catered lunch at 12:15 p.m. We look forward to commemorating this special anniversary with you all.

We would like those who are willing to share a word or two about our Center to stop by the sundial courtyard as you leave the Service today. “When you think of this Center, what word comes to mind?” Your testimonial will be captured on camera and used in a short video we are producing for the 30th Anniversary event. Whether you are new to the Center or have been attending for years, please stop by and share.  

The Managing Council is happy to let you know that we have reached 62% of our goal of $40,000 for the Social Room remodel. We deeply appreciate your prayers and financial support. Those wishing to contribute may scan the QR code on the poster in the Social Room, or pick up an envelope from the seat pockets in front of you to make your donation. Donations made by check don’t incur the service fee. Please remember to indicate “Social Room remodel” in the memo section of your check.

The title for today’s Video Service is: “Why We Suffer”.

Printable PDF of Aug 2, 2026 Announcements

As a service to those who aren’t traveling to the SRF Convocation this year, we are happy to inform you that the Seattle Center will livestream the 7:30 p.m. evening classes and 9 p.m. evening meditations from August 2nd – 7th, as well as the closing class at 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 8th.

Please note that the regularly scheduled 3-hr. meditations on Saturday, August 1st and August 8th are canceled owing to the SRF Convocation.

Our special 30th Anniversary celebration titled “A Hive of Satsanga” will be held on Sunday, August 30th. Please pick up a flyer from the ushers or the info table, so you can RSVP for the lunch. The day will begin with a Kirtan meditation at 9:30 a.m., followed by a special Inspirational program featuring inspirational readings, uplifting music, and memoirs from Center members. The program will be followed by a delicious catered lunch at 12:15 p.m. We look forward to commemorating this special anniversary with you all.

The Managing Council is happy to let you know that we have reached 62% of our goal of $40,000 for the Social Room remodel. We deeply appreciate your prayers and financial support. Those wishing to contribute may scan the QR code on the poster in the Social Room, or pick up an envelope from the seat pockets in front of you to make your donation. Donations made by check don’t incur the service fee. Please remember to indicate “Social Room remodel” in the memo section of your check.

The title for today’s Video Service is: “Anchor Yourself in God” by Sister Ranjana.

Printable PDF of Jul 26, 2026 Announcements

This coming Saturday, July 25th, we will have a Commemorative Service for Mahavatar Babaji at 8 p.m., which will be preceded by a silent meditation from 7 to 7:45 p.m. Those attending the commemorative service are asked to bring a flower and a monetary offering in an envelope as a symbol of their devotion and loyalty to this path.

As a service to those who aren’t traveling to the SRF Convocation this year, we are happy to inform you that the Seattle Center will livestream the 7:30 p.m. evening classes and 9 p.m. evening meditations from August 2nd – 7th, as well as the closing class at 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 8th.

Our special 30th Anniversary celebration titled “A Hive of Satsanga” will be held on Sunday, August 30th. Please pick up a flyer from the ushers or the info table, so you can RSVP for the lunch. The day will begin with a Kirtan meditation at 9:30 a.m., followed by a special Inspirational program featuring inspirational readings, uplifting music, and memoirs from Center members. The program will be followed by a delicious catered lunch at 12:15 p.m. We look forward to commemorating this special anniversary with you all.

The Managing Council is happy to let you know that we have reached 60% of our goal of $40,000 for the Social Room remodel. We deeply appreciate your prayers and financial support. Those wishing to contribute may scan the QR code on the poster in the Social Room, or pick up an envelope from the seat pockets in front of you to make your donation. Donations made by check don’t incur the service fee. Please remember to indicate “Social Room remodel” in the memo section of your check.

The title for today’s Service is: “Understanding Reincarnation”

Printable PDF of Jul 19, 2026 Announcements

All are invited to join us for our Annual Summer Picnic at nearby Hamlin Park following the Service today, and enjoy the potluck lunch, fellowship, fun, and games.

We will have two special services this month in honor of Mahavatar Babaji. On Saturday, July 18th, we will have a 6-hour Kirtan meditation from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. with a 30-min. break at 1 p.m. Group Energization Exercises will be practiced at 9:40 a.m. On Saturday, July 25th, we will have a Commemorative Service for Mahavatar Babaji at 8 p.m., which will be preceded by a silent meditation from 7 to 7:45 p.m. Those attending the commemorative service are asked to bring a flower and a monetary offering in an envelope as a symbol of their devotion and loyalty to this path.

As a service to those who aren’t traveling to the SRF Convocation this year, we are happy to inform you that the Seattle Center will livestream the 7:30 p.m. evening classes and 9 p.m. evening meditations from Sunday, August 2nd – 7th, as well as the closing class at 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 8th.

We invite you to a special celebration titled “A Hive of Satsanga” on Sunday, August 30th. The day will begin with a Kirtan meditation at 9:30 a.m., followed by a special Inspirational program featuring inspirational readings, uplifting music, and memoirs from Center members. The program will be followed by a delicious catered lunch at 12:15 p.m. An event flyer, as well as a link to RSVP for the meal will be available soon. We look forward to commemorating this special anniversary with you all.

The Center has joyously kicked-off the fundraiser for our long-awaited Social Room remodel. We are happy to let you know that we have reached about 31% of our goal of $40,000. We appreciate your prayers and financial support. You may either scan the QR code on the poster in the Social Room, or pick up an envelope from the seat pockets in front of you to make your donation. Donations made by check don’t incur the service fee. Please remember to indicate “Social Room remodel” in the memo section of your check.

The title for today’s Service is: “Building World Unity”

Printable PDF for Jul 12, 2026 Announcements

Our Annual Summer Picnic will be held at nearby Hamlin Park at 12:15 p.m. following the Service next Sunday, July 12. All are invited for food, fellowship, and games. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share.

We will have two special services this month in honor of Mahavatar Babaji. On Saturday, July 18th, we will have a 6-hour Kirtan meditation from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. with a 30-min. break at 1 p.m. Group Energization Exercises will be practiced at 9:40 a.m. On Saturday, July 25th, we will have a Commemorative Service for Mahavatar Babaji at 8 p.m., which will be preceded by a silent meditation from 7 to 7:45 p.m. During the meditation, ushers will allow late arrivals to enter quietly, preserving the sacred atmosphere. Those attending the commemorative service are asked to bring a flower and a monetary offering in an envelope as a symbol of their devotion and loyalty to this path.

We are happy to inform you that the SRF Convocation classes and evening meditation will be livestreamed here at the Seattle Center from Aug 2nd – 8th, as a service to those who aren’t traveling to Los Angeles.

Please mark your calendars for a special celebration titled “A Hive of Satsanga” on Sunday, August 30th. The day will begin with a Kirtan meditation at 9:30 a.m., followed by a special Inspirational program featuring inspirational readings, uplifting music, and memoirs from Center members. The program will be followed by a delicious catered lunch at 12:15 p.m. An event flyer, as well as a link to RSVP and purchase your meal ticket will be available soon. We look forward to commemorating this special anniversary with you all.

The Center has joyously kicked-off the fundraiser for our long-awaited Social Room remodel. We are happy to let you know that we have reached about 31% of our goal of $40,000. We appreciate your prayers and financial support. You may either scan the QR code on the poster in the Social Room, or pick up an envelope from the seat pockets in front of you to make your donation. Donations made by check don’t incur the service fee. Please remember to indicate “Social Room remodel” in the memo section of your check.

The title for today’s Service is: “Seeing God as the Sole Doer”

Printable PDF of Jul 5, 2026 Announcements