Calendar of Events

Come, Enjoy, Be Inspired! This event is a space for open discussion based in the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, and for sharing spiritual community with other souls on the path of self-realization. This week’s discussion will focus on the article, “How To Be Happy All The Time” excerpted from the book in the Wisdom of Paramhansa Yogananda series, How to Be ... Read More

Love is a far greater science than any modern science. -Paramhansa Yogananda Based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, this is an introduction to the larger 12-week course “The Art & Science of Raja Yoga.”  Raja Yoga offers a scientific approach to the spiritual life, with techniques for stilling the mind and expanding our awareness of spiritual realities. It offers ... Read More

Meditation is both an art and a science.  It is a technique for personal growth that has been practiced for thousands of years around the world with repeatable results. It is one of the most natural and rewarding of all human activities. It gives direct, intuitive experience of higher realities, and is the cornerstone of true spirituality. There is no ... Read More

Hosted by Nayaswamis Narayan & Dharmadevi, Spiritual Directors, Ananda Los Angeles Based on the book The Light of Superconsciousness: How to Benefit from Emerging Spiritual Trends, by Swami Kriyananda.  We are now at a major turning point in our personal and planetary development. Our values are changing dramatically: many of us are moving away from our previous emphasis on mere worldly ... Read More

Silence is the Altar of God -Paramhansa Yogananda This one and one-half hour Sadhana (spiritual practice) is open to anyone who would like to share a deeper, longer meditation experience with other like-minded devotees. Come magnetize and deepen your practice by meditating with fellow devotees who are committed to finding God. Please enter and exit the temple in silence, maintaining ... Read More

We are not human beings having a spiritual experience. We are spiritual beings having a human experience. Everyone in the world is on a spiritual path but are we all aware of that, and what does this mean? This class will offer plenty of opportunity for questions and discussion. This introduction to spirituality will explore: What is our true nature? ... Read More

We are not human beings having a spiritual experience. We are spiritual beings having a human experience. Everyone in the world is on a spiritual path but are we all aware of that, and what does this mean? This class offers plenty of opportunity for questions and discussion. Come enjoy a cup of tea as we explore: What is our ... Read More

"MCFarland, USA" showing by popular demand. AN INSPIRATIONAL TRUE STORY, track coach Jim White (Kevin Costner) is a newcomer to a predominantly Latino high-school in California's Central Valley. Coach White and his new students find that they have much to learn about one another, but things begin to change when White realizes the boys' exceptional running ability. More than just ... Read More

Evening of Sacred Chanting  Note: This replaces our regular Wednesday evening meditation Oct. 27. Chanting has the power to transform and uplift the soul, and to open the heart. Kirtans are beautiful and powerful experiences. Through chanting we can experience the living presence of the Divine within us. And, we can feel the benefits of this devotional evening throughout the ... Read More

Sound or vibration is the most powerful force in the universe, and music is a divine art...               -Paramhansa Yogananda This choir is all about devotion and joy, previous singing experience is not required. The essence of Ananda music is its ability to lift us out of self-preoccupation and open us up to higher realities. ... Read More