Seattle Center of Self-Realization Fellowship

September 29, 2022

Posted on September 28, 2022

Announcements for September 29, 2022

Please join us for the joyous celebration of the birthday of our param param Guru, Lahiri Mahasaya, tomorrow at the Center. There will be silent meditation from 7:00 – 7:45 p.m., followed by the Commemorative Service at 8:00 p.m. It is customary to bring a flower and a donation in an envelope for the occasion. These symbolize our love and loyalty.

There will be a 6 hour meditation with kirtan on Saturday, October 1 for Lahiri Mahasaya’s Mahasamadhi from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 

A One-Day Retreat is planned at the Center for Saturday, October 15, between 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

We will be resuming Sunday School and Youth Group classes every other week in October, and the schedule is now available on the website.

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Monastic Visit September 22-25, 2022

Posted on September 14, 2022

Dear ones,

It is our great joy to announce that we will host SRF monastics, Brother Padmananda and Brahmachari Jason, at the Seattle Center of SRF between the dates of September 22-25, 2022. The itinerary is as follows:

 

  • Thursday, Sept. 22: Group meditation led by Brother Padmananda from 6:00 – 6:45 p.m., followed by a satsanga from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. There will be a tea social with the monastics from 8:00 – 9:00 p.m. Questions for satsanga are invited, and can be placed in the Suggestions Box at the Center, emailed to info@srfseattlecenter.org, or submitted to Br. Jason through Center Department via e-mail (e-mail address: CenterDepartment@Yogananda-srf.org. In subject line say, “Att. Br. Jason – Seattle Satsanga”). Any group related topics or personal spiritual questions may be submitted.

 

  • Friday, Sept. 23: We will have an outing with the monastics from 10:00 a.m-2:00 p.m. Details of the outing to Green Lake with a sign up at the Information Table in the Social Room is now available.

 

  • Saturday, Sept. 24: Workshop led by visiting monastics on the topic of Serving Together in Happiness and Harmony from 10:00 – 12:00 p.m. Topics include: appreciation, gratitude, being a good listener, making decisions as a group, humility and non-attachment, and not taking life too seriously. Attendees may bring a brown bag lunch. Part 2 of the workshop will be from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m., followed by a break. A DVD showing will take place from 2:45 – 3:45 p.m., showing a satsanga with Center Leaders and Sri Daya Mata on SRF aims and ideals. Center volunteers, and those interested in serving Paramahansa Yogananda’s work through active service are encouraged to attend the Saturday workshop.

 

  • Sunday, Sept. 25: 9:30 – 10:45 a.m. Energization Exercises, group meditation and the 11 a.m. service will be led by monastics. A group photo will take place from 12:00 – 12:15 p.m. and a Membership Meeting from 12:15 to 12:30 p.m. It will be followed by a luncheon served at the Center. From 1:30 – 3:00 p.m., we will have a DVD showing of Glimpses of a Life Divine.  Br. Jason will be teaching a Sunday School class from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., and a warm invitation is extended to school age children to attend. A memorial service will be held for William Demorest between 3:45 – 4:45 p.m., led by Brother Padmananda, and all are invited to attend.

If there are any changes to the schedule, they will be announced on the Center website. We hope you will join in to experience spiritual upliftment and divine fellowship during these Center events.

 

“God is my life. God is my love. God is the temple that calls my heart to unceasing worship. God is my Goal. No duty can be performed without the power borrowed from God, so my highest duty is to find Him.”
– Paramahansa Yogananda 

 

In divine fellowship,

Managing Council, Seattle Center of SRF

September 18, 2022

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Announcements for September 18, 2022

We look forward to hosting a monastic visit by Brother Padmananda and Brahmachari Jason from September 22nd to 25th. Details of scheduled events and services are now published on the Center website. There will be an outing with the monastics on Friday September 23rd to Green Lake. The sign-up sheet is at the information table. We will also have a luncheon with monastics following the Sunday Service on September 25th. You are welcome to bring a vegetarian dish to share with others in a ready-to-serve platter if you like.  

As mentioned in the June and July newsletters, the Managing Council has been working on an assessment of the ventilation needs for our chapel. The HVAC vendor assessment was completed in June, the project was approved by Mother Center’s Planning and Building Dept in July, and the contract was signed at the end of August. The project cost is approximately $35,000. Whilst we will use the Center’s savings to cover a majority of this expense, the Managing Council would like to request donations to help offset the costs. Please reach out to the Coordinator or Managing Council if you have questions. If you would like to contribute towards this project, please mention “Towards Ventilation Project” when you make the donation. Thank you for your generosity and continued support! 

The subject for today’s service is “Man’s Highest Conception of God”.

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September 11, 2022

Posted on September 10, 2022

Announcements for September 11, 2022

We look forward to hosting a monastic visit by Brother Padmananda and Brahmachari Jason from September 22nd to 25th. If you have questions you would like answered during satsanga, please submit these to the Managing Council through our website email or in the suggestions box in the foyer. Details of scheduled events and services are now published on the Center website. There will be an outing with the monastics on Friday September 23rd to Green Lake. The details are getting finalized. The sign-up sheet is at the information table. Please sign up if you are interested in attending the outing. 

We are seeking volunteers for the Sunday Tea Reception Committee, and the Usher Committee. Tea Receptions following the Sunday Service were temporarily placed on hold in 2020, and the Managing Council is seeking a volunteer to serve as the Committee Chair so we can once again offer the opportunity for fellowship with refreshments following the Sunday Services. If you would like to perform Guru-seva by participating in the Sunday Tea Reception or Usher Committees, please see the Information Desk volunteer after the service today, or email us through the website. 

As mentioned in the June and July newsletters, the Managing Council has been working on an assessment of the ventilation needs for our chapel. The HVAC vendor assessment was completed in June, the project was approved by Mother Center’s Planning and Building Dept in July, and the contract was signed at the end of August. The project cost is approximately $35,000 including taxes. Whilst we will use the Center’s savings to cover a majority of this expense, the Managing Council would like to request donations to help offset the costs. Please reach out to the Coordinator or Managing Council if you have questions. If you would like to contribute towards this project, please mention “Towards Ventilation Project” when you make the donation. Thank you for your generosity and continued support! 

The subject for today’s service is “Karma – the Law of Cosmic Justice”.

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September 4, 2022

Posted on September 1, 2022

Announcements for September 4, 2022

We look forward to hosting a monastic visit by Brother Padmananda and Brahmachari Jason from September 22nd to 25th. If you have questions you would like answered during satsanga, please submit these to the Managing Council through our website email or in the suggestions box in the foyer. Details of scheduled events and services are now published on the Center website. 

We are seeking volunteers for the Sunday Tea Reception Committee, and the Usher Committee. Tea Receptions following the Sunday Service were temporarily placed on hold in 2020, and the Managing Council is seeking a volunteer to serve as the Committee Chair so we can once again offer the opportunity for fellowship with refreshments following the Sunday Services. If you would like to perform Guru-seva by participating in the Sunday Tea Reception or Usher Committees, please see the Information Desk volunteer after the service today, or email us through the website. 

The subject for today’s service is “Divine Selfishness – Serving Oneself in All”.

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August 28 2022

Posted on August 24, 2022

Announcements for August 28, 2022

We look forward to hosting a monastic visit by Brother Padmananda and Brahmachari Jason from September 22nd to 25th. If you have questions you would like answered during satsanga, please submit these to the Managing Council through our website email or in the suggestions box in the foyer. Details of scheduled events and services are now published on the Center website. 

A reminder that cases of Covid-19 are still prevalent. You may choose to wear a mask at any time while attending services as a means of mitigating health risks and promoting safety. Masks are available at both entrances to the building. If you test positive for Covid-19, have symptoms suggestive of it, or have been in close contact with anyone positive for Covid-19, please continue to follow precautions of testing and isolation, and do not attend services while ill or positive on testing, even if you aren’t experiencing symptoms. 

The subject for today’s service is “Make Your Mind a Temple of God”.

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Aug 21, 2022

Posted on August 16, 2022

Announcements for August 21, 2022

We will have long kirtan meditation for Bhagavan Krishna on Saturday, Aug 27 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. There will be group Energization Exercises at 9:40 a.m and a 30-minute break at 12:30 p.m.

We look forward to hosting a monastic visit by Brother Padmananda and Brahmachari Jason from September 22nd to 25th. If you have questions you would like answered during satsanga, please submit these to the Managing Council through our website email or in the suggestions box in the foyer. Details about planned activities during their visit will be published on the website and in a newsletter later this coming week. 

A reminder that cases of Covid-19 are still prevalent. You may choose to wear a mask at any time while attending services as a means of mitigating health risks and promoting safety. Masks are available at both entrances to the building. If you test positive for Covid-19, have symptoms suggestive of it, or have been in close contact with anyone positive for Covid-19, please continue to follow precautions of testing and isolation, and do not attend services while ill or positive on testing, even if you aren’t experiencing symptoms. 

The subject for today’s service is “Yoga – The Divine Science”.

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August 14, 2022

Posted on August 10, 2022

Announcements for August 14, 2022

Join us during Convocation week to watch evening classes on Sunday, August 14 and Tuesday, August 16 between 7:00-8:00 pm, followed by meditation for an hour. On Saturday, August 20, the closing class by Brother Chidananda will also be viewed from 1-2pm following the 3 hour Saturday meditation.  Details are listed on our Center’s website. 

Next Thursday, August 18, we will celebrate the birth of Sri Krishna with a commemorative service and kirtan. The service will begin at 8 p.m. and will be preceded by a silent meditation from 7 – 7:40 p.m.

Long Kirtan meditation will be held for Bhagavan Krishna on Saturday, Aug 27 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. There will be a 30-minute break at 12:30 p.m. and group Energization Exercises at 9:40 a.m.

We look forward to hosting a monastic visit by Brother Padmananda and Brahmachari Jason from September 22nd to 25th. If you have questions you would like answered during satsanga, please submit these to the Managing Council through our website email or in the suggestions box in the foyer. 

A reminder that cases of Covid-19 are still prevalent. You may choose to wear a mask at any time while attending services as a means of mitigating health risks and promoting safety. Masks are available at both entrances to the building. If you test positive for Covid-19, have symptoms suggestive of it, or have been in close contact with anyone positive for Covid-19, please continue to follow precautions of testing and isolation, and do not attend services while ill or positive on testing, even if you aren’t experiencing symptoms. 

The subject for today’s service is “Creation and Man”.

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August 7, 2022

Posted on August 4, 2022

Announcements for August 7, 2022

During the week of Convocation, a few classes can be viewed here in the Center. We will broadcast the evening classes on Sunday, August 14 and Tuesday, August 16 between 7:30-8:30 pm, followed by meditation for an hour. On Saturday, August 20, the closing class by Brother Chidananda will also be viewed from 1-2pm following the 3 hour Saturday meditation.  Details will be on our Center’s website. 

A reminder that cases of Covid-19 are increasing locally and nationally. You may choose to wear a mask at any time while attending services as a means of mitigating health risks and promoting safety. Masks are available at both entrances to the building. If you test positive for Covid-19, have symptoms suggestive of it, or have been in close contact with anyone positive for Covid-19, please continue to follow precautions of testing and isolation, and do not attend services while ill or positive on testing, even if you aren’t experiencing symptoms. 

The subject for today’s service is “Bring Forth Your Divine Nature”.

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July 31, 2022

Posted on July 27, 2022

Announcements for July 31, 2022

Our volunteers are presently working on a schedule to view some of the Convocation talks at the Center during Convocation week in August. We will update you on the schedule as details are finalized. The final schedule will be listed on our website and announced weekly. 

A reminder that cases of Covid-19 are increasing locally and nationally. You may choose to wear a mask at any time while attending services as a means of mitigating health risks and promoting safety. Masks are available at both entrances to the building. If you test positive for Covid-19, have symptoms suggestive of it, or have been in close contact with anyone positive for Covid-19, please continue to follow precautions of testing and isolation, and do not attend services while ill or positive on testing, even if you aren’t experiencing symptoms.

The subject for today’s service is “Beholding God Amidst Life’s Dualities”.

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