Welcome
Welcome to our Temple
Nestled in the sunny hills of Glendale, California, this temple is a branch of Self-Realization Fellowship, the international nonprofit society founded by one of the preeminent spiritual figures of our time — Paramahansa Yogananda.
We warmly invite you to attend our program of inspirational lecture services, meditations, and other activities, and learn more about India’s age-old philosophy of Yoga and its time-honored tradition of meditation, presented in the soul-illumining teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda.
Our Founder
In the hundred years since the birth of Paramahansa Yogananda, this beloved world teacher has come to be recognized as one of the greatest emissaries to the West of India’s ancient wisdom. His life and teachings continue to be a source of light and inspiration to people of all races, cultures and creeds.
To learn about the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda and the world-wide mission of his organization, please visit Yogananda.org.
How to Meditate
You can begin experiencing the peace and communion with the Divine that meditation brings with these basic instructions on how to meditate.
Group Meditations at Glendale Temple
Friday Evening Meditations
Friday Meditations 7:00 to 9:00
Energization exercises at 7:00
First Friday ~ Led by Glendale Kirtan Group
3rd Friday ~ Led by a monastic with possible Kirtan
Sunday Evening Meditations
Sunday Meditations 6:30 to 9:30
Energization exercises at 6:30
2nd Sunday ~ Led by Lake Shrine Kirtan Group
Monthly Saturday 4 Hour Meditations
May 3, Saturday, 10:00 a.m. ~ 2:00 p.m.
Led by a minister & the Monks Kirtan Group
June 7, Saturday, 10:00 a.m. ~ 2:00 p.m.
Led by a minister & the Monks Kirtan Group
Glendale Temple Announcements
Group Meditation (4 hours), Saturday, May 3
On Saturday morning, May 3, we will hold a 4-hour group meditation beginning at 10:00 a.m. This meditation will be led by one of our ministers along with the SRF monks kirtan group. Please join us.
Sri Yukteswar's Birthday Commemorative Service, Saturday, May 10
The birthday commemoration service for Swami Sri Yukteswar will be held Saturday, May 10, beginning at 8:00 p.m. It is traditional to bring a flower, symbolizing devotion, and an offering in an envelope as a symbol of loyalty to the Guru and his teachings. A meditation preceding the service will begin at 6:30 p.m.
Sunday Evening Meditation with Kirtan, Sunday, May 11
Our regular Sunday evening meditation (6:30 p.m. ~ 9:30 p.m.) will include kirtan chanting led by the Lake Shrine Kirtan Group. Join us!
Day of Service, Saturday, May 17
On the 3rd Saturday of each month, we host a Day of Service at the temple. This is a time for volunteers to help with cleaning, maintenance, and gardening. We start at 10:00 a.m. with a short meditation, followed by service activities. Another meditation precedes a vegetarian lunch at served at 1:00 p.m. No special skills needed – everyone is welcome!
Young Adult Gathering, Sunday, May 18
One Sunday of each month the Young Adult group has an opportunity for a gathering with the minister following the lecture service. This month the meeting will be held on Sunday, May 18 at 12:30 p.m. in the Small Chapel. More information is available at GlendaleTemple.org/YoungAdults.
India Night 2024
Day of Service
Easter
Thank you for your donations
We deeply appreciate and welcome your support of the Glendale Temple. Your gift enables us to fund the vital services and activities that we offer to our members and larger community, and to maintain our sacred facilities.
“Self-realization is the knowing — in body, mind, and soul — that we are one with the omnipresence of God; that we do not have to pray that it comes to us, that we are not merely near it at all times, but that God’s omnipresence is our omnipresence; that we are just as much a part of Him now as we ever will be. All we have to do is improve our knowing.” ~ Paramahansa Yogananda