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.
Glendale Temple Announcements
Saturday, July 11: Teen Retreat
Teens (ages 13-18) are invited to join a fun and inspiring Summer Teen Retreat at Glendale Temple.
From 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
The afternoon and evening will include a guided meditation, team-building games, satsanga with an SRF monastic, dinner, a movie, and meaningful conversations.
Come make new friends, relax, and enjoy an uplifting day together!
Sign up: glendaletemple.org/26summerteens.
Saturday, July 18: Day of Service
Join volunteers for cleaning, maintenance, and gardening.
Opening meditation: 10:00 a.m.
Lunch is served at 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 19: Young Adult Gathering
The Young Adults meet with the minister following the lecture service at 12:30 p.m. in the Small Chapel.
Details available at GlendaleTemple.org/YoungAdults.
Saturday, July 25: Babaji Commemoration Day
The Commemoration Service begins 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 beginning at 6:30 p.m. precedes the service. You are welcome to join the meditation during chanting periods if you are not able to arrive at the beginning.
Sunday, July 26: Teen Group
The Teen Group class begins at 11:00 a.m. in the Teen Room.
Sunday, July 26: Sunday Fellowship
This is an informal gathering with refreshments in the Social Hall after the Sunday service. Everyone welcome!
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
Longer Saturday Meditations
As Scheduled
Beginning 10:00 a.m.
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