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
Day of Service, Saturday, February 21
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 served at 1:00 p.m. No special skills needed – everyone is welcome!
4 Hour Group Meditation with Kirtan, Saturday, February 28
On Saturday morning, February 28, we will hold a 4-hour group meditation beginning at 10:00 a.m. The meditation will include periods of chanting and kirtan and will conclude at 2:00 p.m. Please join us.
Teen Group, Sunday, March 1
The monthly Teen Group class will be Sunday, March 1 at 11:00 a.m. in the Teen Room which is located off the hallway off the West Lobby. This interactive class includes meditation and focuses on spiritual topics pertinent to the lives of teenagers.
Sunday Fellowship, Sunday, March 1
We welcome everyone to join us on the patio outside the Social Hall for a Sunday Fellowship after the service on Sunday, March 1. Refreshments will be served, and you are invited to say hello to someone you don’t know and introduce yourself. Thank you.
Paramahansa Yogananda's Mahasamadhi Commemoration Service, Saturday, March 7
Sri Yukteswar's Mahasamadhi Commemoration Service, Monday, March 9
Paramahansa Yogananda's Mahasamadhi Commemoration Service will be held Saturday, March 7, and Sri Yukteswar's Mahasamadhi Service will be held on Monday evening, March 9. Both services begin at 8:00 p.m. For these services, 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 each of these services.
Volunteer Meditation & Dinner, Saturday, March 14
The Glendale Temple Volunteer Meditation and Dinner will be held in the Social Hall on Saturday, March 14, 2026. A delicious Mediterranean meal is going to be catered, and we need to know how many will attend so it is very important to sign up.
We invite all who are currently serving at Glendale Temple to attend. If you would like to begin serving, fill out a volunteer form in the lobby or on the website and sign up for dinner!
We will have a group meditation in the Sanctuary from 5:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. Dinner will be served at 6:00 p.m.
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