One-Day Retreat

All are invited to attend a One Day Retreat at our Center on Saturday, February 15 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. There will be periods of group practice of the Energization Exercises, group Meditation, Readings, Kirtan, a lunch break, and free-time to walk the grounds, read quietly, or meditate. The detailed schedule for the day is listed on our online calendar.

Automated External Defibrillator Training

Our Center has acquired an Automatic External Defibrillator, also known as an AED, which is a user-friendly device that can play a crucial role in reviving individuals experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. These life-saving tools are meant to be used by anyone and don’t require prior medical knowledge. In collaboration with the Shoreline Fire Department, we will offer training on how to effectively use the AED. The training session is scheduled for February 23rd at 12:15 p.m., and a signup sheet is available on the Bulletin Board for those interested in participating. You may also give your name to Shilpa Verma. All are welcome to attend the training.

Day of Service

Our next Day of Service will be on March 1st from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Our next Day of Service this year will be held on Saturday, March 1 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. This follows the morning meditation from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch will be provided. All are welcome to join in the joy of fellowship and service in cleaning, gardening, and carrying out maintenance projects. For those who wish to come and meditate prior to the 1 p.m. lunch, you may enter the chapel during the noon chant, or meditate in the Sunday School room. All are welcome, including children, for any length of time.

Reading Service

The Reading Service for today is: Does Satan Really Exist?

Printable PDF of February 9, 2025 Announcements

One-Day Retreat

All are invited to attend a One Day Retreat at our Center on Saturday, February 15 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. There will be periods of group practice of the Energization Exercises, group Meditation, Readings, Kirtan, a lunch break, and free-time to walk the grounds, read quietly, or meditate. The detailed schedule for the day is listed on our online calendar.

Reading Service

The Reading Service for today is: Uniting Your Will with God’s Infinite Power

Printable PDF of February 2, 2025 Announcements

Automated External Defibrillator Training

Our Center has acquired an Automatic External Defibrillator, also known as an AED, which is a user-friendly device that can play a crucial role in reviving individuals experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. These life-saving tools are meant to be used by anyone and don’t require prior medical knowledge. In collaboration with the Shoreline Fire Department, we will offer training on how to effectively use the AED. The training session is scheduled for February 23rd at 12:15 p.m., and a signup sheet is available at the Information Table for those interested in participating. All are welcome to attend the training. 

Kirtan Meditation

On Saturday, February 1st, we will have a Kirtan meditation from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. All are welcome to attend.

Video Service

Today, we will watch a Video Service titled: Uniting Our Will with God’s Infinite Power, by Bro. Sevananda

Printable PDF of January 26, 2025 Announcements

 Announcements for January 19, 2025

Automated External Defibrillator Training

Our Center has acquired an Automatic External Defibrillator, also known as an AED, which is a user-friendly device that can play a crucial role in reviving individuals experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. These life-saving tools are meant to be used by anyone and don’t require prior medical knowledge. In collaboration with the Shoreline Fire Department, we will offer training on how to effectively use the AED. The training session is scheduled for February 23rd at 12:15 p.m., and a signup sheet is available at the Information Table for those interested in participating. All are welcome to attend the training. 

Seabeck Retreat

The Seabeck Regional Retreat this year will be from June 6-8. More information will be coming shortly in announcements and newsletters. You can sign up for a newsletter on our Center’s website at srfseattlecenter.org.

Reading Service

The Reading Service for today is: How to be Stronger than Life’s Trials and Tests

Printable PDF of January 19, 2025 Announcements

 Announcements for January 19, 2025

Automated External Defibrillator Training

Our Center has acquired an Automatic External Defibrillator, also known as an AED, which is a user-friendly device that can play a crucial role in reviving individuals experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. These life-saving tools are meant to be used by anyone and don’t require prior medical knowledge. In collaboration with the Shoreline Fire Department, we will offer training on how to effectively use the AED. The training session is scheduled for February 23rd at 12:15 p.m., and a signup sheet is available at the Information Table for those interested in participating. All are welcome to attend the training. 

Seabeck Retreat

The Seabeck Regional Retreat this year will be from June 6-8. More information will be coming shortly in announcements and newsletters. You can sign up for a newsletter on our Center’s website at srfseattlecenter.org.

Reading Service

The Reading Service for today is: How to be Stronger than Life’s Trials and Tests

Printable PDF of January 19, 2025 Announcements

Announcements for January 12, 2025

Automated External Defibrillator Training

Our Center has acquired an Automatic External Defibrillator, also known as an AED, which is a user-friendly device that can play a crucial role in reviving individuals experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. These life-saving tools are meant to be used by anyone and don’t require prior medical knowledge. In collaboration with the Shoreline Fire Department, we will offer training on how to effectively use the AED. The training session is scheduled for February 23rd at 12:15 p.m., and a signup sheet is available at the Information Table for those interested in participating. All are welcome to attend the training. 

Upcoming Events

The General Membership Meeting this year will be held on March 30, and the Seabeck Regional Retreat this year will be from June 6-8. More information will be coming shortly in announcements as well as the newsletters. You can sign up for a newsletter on our Center’s website at srfseattlecenter.org.

Reading Service

The Reading Service for today is: Awakening Divine Memory

Printable PDF of January 12, 2025 Announcements

Announcements for January 5, 2025

Commemorative Birthday Celebration of Paramahansa Yogananda

This evening, we will have a commemorative meditation and service for the birthday of our Guru Paramahansa Yogananda. The commemorative service will begin at 8 p.m. and 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 love and loyalty. Flowers will be available at the Center as well. All are welcome to join afterwards for some celebratory birthday cake.

Commemorative Meditation for Paramahansa Yogananda’s birthday

There will be a 6-hour meditation with kirtan on January 11, 2025 from 10 am – 4 pm to commemorate the birthday of Paramahansa Yogananda.

Mark your calendars!

The General Membership Meeting this year will be held on March 30, and the Seabeck Regional Retreat this year will be from June 6-8. More information will be coming shortly in announcements as well as the newsletters. You can sign up for a newsletter on our Center’s website at srfseattlecenter.org.

Reading Service

The Reading Service for today is: The Grace and Guidance of a True Guru.

Printable PDF of January 5, 2025 Announcements

Announcements for December 29, 2024

All are welcome to join the New Year’s Eve Meditation on Tuesday, December 31, 2024.

Paramahansa Yogananda taught that the start of the New Year is an excellent time to reflect and make new determinations to manifest our worthwhile goals and aspirations. To aid us in this endeavor, he instituted the SRF tradition of ushering in the New Year with a special meditation service on December 31st. It will be held at our Center on Tuesday, December 31 from 11:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.

Reading Service

The Reading Service for today is: Higher Achievements in the New Year

Printable PDF of December 29, 2024 Announcements

Announcements for December 22, 2024

There will be a Christmas-Eve meditation from 7 – 9 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24, and a midnight  New Year’s Eve meditation on Tuesday, December 31 from 11:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.

Also, parents, please note that Sunday School and Youth Group 11am class is canceled for Sunday, December 29.

DVD Service

The DVD Service for today is: The Wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita, Part 3, by Brother Anandamoy.

Printable PDF of December 22, 2024 Announcements

Announcements for December 15, 2024

There will be a Christmas potluck following the Service today. Please join us in fellowship festivity at 12pm in the Social Room. 

There will be a Christmas-Eve meditation from 7 – 9 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24, and a midnight  New Year’s Eve meditation on Tuesday, December 31 from 11:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.

All are welcome to join in these events. 

Reading Service

The Reading Service for today is: Happiness Through Attunement with Christ

Printable PDF of December 15, 2024 Announcements