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Archive for Friends of the Ashram

Honoring Sripad Bhakti Chandan Parvat Maharaj

Posted by Sushila Devi Dasi on Saturday, June 15th, 2019 in Friends of the Ashram

Our dear Sripad Bhakti Chandan Parvat Maharaj, who was beloved by all the devotees left the world at 3:40 on the morning of Friday, June 14th.

Cremation services, along with kirtan and an opportunity to wish our dear Sripad Bhakti Chandan Parvat Maharaj well on his journey, will be held at Santa Cruz Memorial (1927 Ocean St. Ext. Santa Cruz, CA 95060) at 3pm on Monday, June 17, 2019.

There will be a Sunday program and feast to remember and celebrate Sripad Parvat Maharaj’s life of devotional service on Sunday the 23rd of June at 12:30 pm.

Please click here to see a very nice webpage dedicated to Sripad Parvat Maharaj on SCS Math International.

 

Santa Cruz Seva Ashram Youth Camp 2017

Posted by Radhika Devi Dasi on Sunday, June 4th, 2017 in Friends of the Ashram

Dear Friend of the Ashram,

     Dandavats. Kids’ camp is quickly approaching from June 24-25th (participating devotees may plan to arrive and set-up camp Friday if they choose) and we are looking forward to having all your association here at the Ashram. Camp is a wonderful opportunity to get the association of devotees and participate in some seva.
     This year the camp will fall during the festival of Gundicha Marjan. This is a special opportunity to come and participate in the cleaning of the Ashram!

     We are asking families for a suggested donation of $50 per child to purchase food and materials for the duration of the camp. You can pay securely through the Ashram website, or give the money directly to Sripad Hasyapriya Prabhu or Srila Bhakti Pavan Janardan Maharaj upon your arrival. Of course all are welcomed to attend and no one shall be turned away.
     In addition if you have any desire to teach an activity or have materials that you can bring for the camp please email or call me at your earliest convenience. Camping is recommended. If you need a bed please contact Krsna Priya.

Sincerely,

Radhika Devi Dasi

Shraddaanjali Dance Fundraiser in Los Altos, CA

Posted by Sushila Devi Dasi on Friday, March 24th, 2017 in Friends of the Ashram

Dance recital invitation

Yudhamanyu Prabhu Seva Vikram

Posted by Hasyapriya Das on Saturday, February 25th, 2017 in Friends of the Ashram

Dear respected Vaishnavas, worldwide devotees and friends,

It is with great sadness that we are announcing the passing away of our dear friend and senior Vaishnava, Yudhamanyu Prabhu Seva Vikram. Yudhamanyu Prabhu was in China, which has been his preaching field, his prabhu datta desh, for the last 13 years. He left his body while in the association of his beloved devotees in China, on the auspicious day of Sri Sri Shivaratri. Srila Janardan Maharaj will be traveling to China this coming week as will his dear wife, Srimati Jivana Devi Dasi.

Janardan Maharaj will speak tomorrow at the Sunday program (February 26) in Soquel in remembrance of Yudhmanyu Prabhu Seva Vikram. Please come and join us in honor of our very dear friend.

Yours in the service of the Vaishnavas,


Hasyapriya das

 

Reprinting the Songbooks

Posted by Sushila Devi Dasi on Sunday, February 5th, 2017 in Friends of the Ashram

Dear Devotees and friends,

Please accept my dandavat pranams.

All Glories to our divine Guardians.

     We are happy to announce a new project for the Ashram. We will be reprinting the songbooks in time for Sri Gaur Purnima and our goal is to raise $1,000 for this cause. Please join us and sponsor a new songbook by donating through our website www.sevaashram.net/donate.

     Or, you can go to the temple and there will be labeled envelopes to use. Just place your contribution in the donation box in front of Their Lordships.

     Many thanks for your support of our beautiful Seva Ashram.

Respectfully,

Swarnangii Devi Dasi

Announcement from Srimati Sanatani Devi About Kitchen Seva

Posted by Sushila Devi Dasi on Saturday, June 25th, 2016 in Friends of the Ashram

Sanatani devi dasiDear Friend of the Ashram,

     We need kitchen help badly. Too much has fallen on Srimati Sureshwari Devi’s shoulders. Can you help this summer? Any day, any offering, any clean up–we can accommodate. You can call me to get on a schedule or speak to me or Sureshwari Devi in person at the Santa Cruz temple.
      We understand that summer is a busy time and schedules change. If you are able to come once or twice a month, we can work around that as well. We appreciate and honor all help and are very grateful.

Thanks so much,
Sanatani Devi Dasi

Looking for inspiration to cook? Here are a couple of Sureshwari Devi’s recipes online:

  • Cauliflower and pea samosas
  • Yellow split mung beans in tomato sauce

prasadam at the seva ashram

Invitation to 29th Kids and Youth Camp in Mexico

Posted by Jai Balai Prabhu on Tuesday, June 14th, 2016 in Friends of the Ashram

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Jai-Balai-Prabhu-thumbnailDear devotees,

Please, accept our humble obeisances to your dedicated feet.

     On behalf of Srila Bhakti Kusum Ashram Maharaj and Mexican devotees, we have the honor to invite you to the Kids and Youth Camp to be held near Tijuana, in Puerto Nuevo, this Summer, starting from July 22nd until August 7th.
     By the Grace of our Gurudevas, we can offer a free accommodation and only it’s necessary that you bring a sleeping bag with you. Also we have a little list of hotels more or less nearby in case you want to have a reserved place. Please, call us at the Tijuana Sevashram phone number if you need more information (664) 608-9154.
     We’ll have a daily program of classes, kirtan and prasadam, under the shelter of Srila Janardan Maharaj, Srila Ashram Maharaj and Srila Tyagi Maharaj, and many activities inside the Camp and also outside.

Hoping to have your wonderful association.

Dandavats.

Jai Balai & the Tijuana Sevashram Community of devotees and aspirants

Sripad Madhusudan Maharaj in Ukiah, Davis, and Chico Next Week

Posted by Sushila Devi Dasi on Friday, January 15th, 2016 in Events, Friends of the Ashram | Comments (0)
Braja Mohini didi

Braja Mohini didiDear Friend of the Ashram,

Next week Sripad Bhakti Ranjan Madhusudan Maharaj returns to Northern California for programs in Ukiah, Davis, and Chico to speak on the basics of Bhakti Yoga, the benefits of Kirtan, and the way to find the highest harmony though proper adjustment with the environment.
Culture a feeling of necessity for the most valuable thing!

“When everything is done for the Center of all Beauty, everything is beautifully done.”

– Srila Bhakti Rakshak Sridhar Maharaj

     Come and receive a clear vision of the sweetest ideal from the auspicious association of the Vaishnava sadhu. Learn the art of surrender to the Absolute Good and open the inner eye to Infinity. Experience through Bhakti how Beauty is above power and is the all-harmonizing principle.

Everyone is invited and the events are free. Followed by delicious vegetarian feasts.

Sincerely,

Braja Mohini Devi Dasi
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Kirtan & Bhakti Yoga Workshop
with Madhusudan Maharaj
Monday, January 18
‏6:30 – 8:30 pm
Yoga Mendocino
‏Mason St, Ukiah, California 95482

‪(‬707) 462-2580


‏The Highest Harmony
with Madhusudan Maharaj
Tuesday, January 19
6:30 – 8:30 pm
‏Community Pool Building
201E. 14th Street, Corner of B & 14th, Davis, CA 95616


Kirtan Revolution
Wednesday, January 20
7 – 9 pm
Yoga Center of Chico
Vallombrosa #150, Chico, California 95926



Vaishnava calendar:

  • January 19, 2016 – Ekadasi
  • January 20, 2016 – Break fast 7:26 to 10:41 am. Appearance of Srila Jagadish Pandit
  • January 24, 2016 – Purnima, Pusyabhisheka Yatra of Sri Krishna, Disappearance of Sripad Bhakti Sharan Vaishnav Maharaj
  • March 23, 2016 – Sri Gaura Purnima

Important links:

    •    Sri Chaitanya Saraswat Math Homepage
•    Seva Ashram Homepage (news from California)
•    Seva Ashram Post (spiritual reading material)
•    SCS Math International (news from India)

Sripad Madhusudan Maharaj’s last visit

Posted by Sushila Devi Dasi on Friday, January 15th, 2016 in Events, Friends of the Ashram | Comments (0)

Sushila devi dasiDear Friend of the Ashram,

Sripad Bhakti Ranjan Madhusudan Maharaj will be here this weekend and next week he is going on one last tour to Ukiah, Davis, and Chico before leaving the USA.  This is our last chance to show him a warm welcome and great time in Soquel.


Sripad Yudhamanyu Prabhu has returned from China and we also want to give him a warm welcome home.

Please come to the Sunday Feast. Let’s have a great turnout and a roaring kirtan!

Sincerely,

Sushila Devi Dasi



Vaishnava calendar:

  • January 19, 2016 – Ekadasi
  • January 20, 2016 – Break fast 7:26 to 10:41 am. Appearance of Srila Jagadish Pandit
  • January 24, 2016 – Purnima, Pusyabhisheka Yatra of Sri Krishna, Disappearance of Sripad Bhakti Sharan Vaishnav Maharaj
  • March 23, 2016 – Sri Gaura Purnima

Important links:

•    Sri Chaitanya Saraswat Math Homepage
•    Seva Ashram Homepage (news from California)
•    Seva Ashram Post (spiritual reading material)
•    SCS Math International (news from India)

Arcata, Eugene, Ashland, and more! Sripad Madhusudan Maharaj’s tour of Northern California and Oregeon

Posted by Sushila Devi Dasi on Friday, December 4th, 2015 in Events, Friends of the Ashram | Comments (0)

Sushila devi dasiDear Friend of the Ashram,

     I am pleased to announce that Sripad Bhakti Ranjan Madhusudan Maharaj will be doing a preaching tour of Northern California and Oregon starting today, December 4th. Cinmoy Dev Prabhu and Braja Mohini Devi Dasi have made the arrangements. For more information please feel free to contact them:
Cinmoy Dev Das (831-239-0235)
Braja Mohini Devi Dasi (408-966-7768)
Yours in the Lord’s service,
Sushila Devi DasiMadhusudan Maharaj tour poster 2015
    
     This is a rare opportunity to meet Sripad Bhakti Ranjan Madhusudhan Maharaj. He is highly regarded as an accomplished practitioner of Bhakti Yoga. He has demonstrated his integrity and dedication to service for the past three decades as the main secretary of the Sri Chaitanya Saraswat Math of West Bengal India where he served under His Divine Grace Srila Sridhar Maharaj and His Divine Grace Srila Govinda Maharaj, who are two of the most elevated Bhakti Yoga Vaishnava Saints of the 20th Century.
     Sripad Madhusudan Maharaj will briefly explain the path of devotion and there will be Holy Kirtans of the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition and light refreshments ~ Prasadam.Hare Krishna!

Tonight in Arcata, California:
Community Yoga Center
890 G Street
Friday, December 4, 7-9 pm
Eugene, Oregon:
Freedom Yoga
Facebook event page
1633 Willamette St.
Saturday, December 5, 7 pm
Ashland, Oregon:
Community Acupuncture and Natural Health
258 A St. #21
Tuesday, December 8, 6:30-8:30 pm
Chico, California:
Chico Grange
2775 Nord Ave.
Wednesday, December 9, 6:30-8:30 pm
Davis, California:
Kaya Yoga
1505-D 5th St.
Friday, December 11, 7-9 pm
Penngrove, California:
Sonoma Yoga Martial Arts
10101 Main St.
Saturday, December 12, 9:30-11 am
Fairfax, California:
The house of Anukulchandra Prabhu and Jenna
Call for details.
Sunday, December 13, 5:30 pm

Kids Class with Vishakha Devi Dasi

Posted by Radhika Devi Dasi on Thursday, December 3rd, 2015 in 2014 Photo Gallery, Friends of the Ashram | Comments (0)
Braja Mohini didi

This past winter Braja Mohini Didi hosted a class for the young devotees of our community with Vishakha Didi. These pictures were taken by Braja Mohini Didi.

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01-Vishakakidsclass Many of our young devotees gathered at Braja Mohini Devi's house to receive the association of Vishakha didi.
02-Vishakakidsclass The program started with Kirtan...

03-Vishakakidsclass With everyone happily chanting.
04-Vishakakidsclass And hearing Krishna Katha from Vishakha didi.

05-Vishakakidsclass Our beautiful Vishakha Devi graciously led the program.
06-Vishakakidsclass Prabhus Ramananda, Jayanta, Murali Mohan, Prema, and Jananivas taking prasadam.

Puspanjali – Kathak Dance Performance on October 31st

Posted by Sushila Devi Dasi on Friday, October 9th, 2015 in Events, Friends of the Ashram | Comments (0)

For more information about the event and who it benefits click here

Scroll down for a Goole map to the event

poster for puspanjali dance performance

Sri Radhastami Festival and Sri Bhakti Lalita Devi Dasi’s Visit to California

Posted by Sushila Devi Dasi on Wednesday, September 16th, 2015 in Events, Friends of the Ashram | Comments (0)
Bhakti Lalita Devi Dasi

Sushila devi dasiDear Friend of the Ashram,

On behalf of Srila Janardan Maharaj and Sripad Hasyapriya Prabhu, I’m inviting you to please join us in Santa Cruz on Sunday, September 20th at noon for Sri Lalita Saptami and Monday, September 21st for Sri Radhastami at 6:30 pm. Sripad Sarvabhavana Prabhu will lead the program as Srila Janardan Maharaj will be celebrating the festival in China. As always, the San Jose programs will start at 5:30 with arotik of Sri Sri Guru Gaurangasundar Jiu.

Sri Bhakti Lalita Devi Dasi will be in Santa Cruz on Sunday, September 20th to observe Sri Lalita Saptami during the usual Sunday Feast time. A schedule of the other times she will be speaking is posted below.

By the desire and mercy of Srila Govinda Maharaj we had the good fortune to acquire the property of the Soquel Seva Ashram on the most auspicious day of Sri Radhastami in 1993. Please come to celebrate our inconceivable good fortune of having come in connection with His Divine Grace Srila Govinda Maharaj and the treasure of Krishna Consciousness in this lifetime. We are so fortunate to have this beautiful community and Ashram at the lotus feet of Sri Sri Guru Gauranga Gandharvika Giridhari Jiu.

We are fortunate to have the opportunity to associate with Sri Vishakha Devi Dasi for just a couple more days. She will leave for China on the 18th for ten days, then return again to Santa Cruz.

Yours in the Lord’s service,

Sushila Devi Dasi

 

 



Varshana, the appearance place of Srimati Radharani

Sri Radhastami
Divine Appearance of Srimati Radharani

Monday, September 21
6:30 pm in Santa Cruz
5:30 pm in San Jose



Vaishnava calendar:

  • September 18, 2015 – Appearance of Sri Sita Devi, the Consort of Sri Adwaita Prabhu
  • September 20, 2015 – Sri Lalita Saptami
  • September 21, 2015 – Sri Radhastami (fast until noon)
  • September 24, 2015 – Ekadasi
  • September 25, 2015 – Paran from 6:59 to 10:59 am. Appearance of Sri Vamanadev and Srila Jiva Goswami
  • September 26, 2015 – Appearance of Srila Bhaktivinod Thakur
  • September 27, 2015 – Disappearance of Srila Haridas Thakur
  • September 28, 2015 – Vishvarup Mahotsav
  • October 8, 2015 – Ekadasi
  • October 9, 2015 – Paran from 7:12 to 9:13 am
  • October 13, 2015 – Appearance of Srila Bhakti Nirmal Acharya Maharaj
  • November 4, 2015 – Bahulastami & Sannyas Day of Srila Govinda Maharaj & Srila Janardan Maharaj
  • November 12, 2015 – Sri Govardhan Puja
  • December 27, 2015 – Appearance of Srila Bhakti Sundar Govinda Dev-Goswami Maharaj
  • December 29, 2015 – Disappearance of Bhagavan Srila Bhakti Siddhanta Saraswati Thakur

Important links:

•    Sri Chaitanya Saraswat Math Homepage
•    Seva Ashram Homepage (news from California)
•    Seva Ashram Post (spiritual reading material)
•    SCS Math International (news from India)

Sri Vishakha Devi Dasi’s Visit to California

Posted by Sushila Devi Dasi on Wednesday, September 9th, 2015 in Events, Friends of the Ashram | Comments (0)
Photo of Vishaka Devi Dasi in London
Dear devotees and friends of the Ashram,

     I’m pleased to announce that Sri Vishaka Devi Dasi arrived yesterday evening at the Santa Cruz Seva Ashram and will be staying here ten days before traveling to China with Srila Janardan Maharaj.

This Saturday she will speak at the San Jose Seva Ashram. Please come at 5:30 for arotik followed by Vishaka’s class and a wonderful feast in the company of our sweet San Jose congregation.

Yours in the Lord’s service,
Sushila Devi Dasi


Sri Vishakha Devi Dasi

September 8 – 19th in California

September 12th @ 5:30 pm
Saturday Feast at the San Jose Seva Ashram



Vaishnava calendar:

  • September 12, 2015 – Vishakha Devi Dasi’s class in San Jose
  • September 18, 2015 – Appearance of Sri Sita Devi, the Consort of Sri Adwaita Prabhu
  • September 20, 2015 – Sri Lalita Saptami
  • September 21, 2015 – Sri Radhastami (fast until noon)
  • September 26, 2015 – Appearance of Srila Bhaktivinod Thakur
  • October 13, 2015 – Appearance of Srila Bhakti Nirmal Acharya Maharaj
  • November 4, 2015 – Bahulastami & Sannyas Day of Srila Govinda Maharaj & Srila Janardan Maharaj
  • November 12, 2015 – Sri Govardhan Puja
  • December 27, 2015 – Appearance of Srila Bhakti Sundar Govinda Dev-Goswami Maharaj
  • December 29, 2015 – Disappearance of Bhagavan Srila Bhakti Siddhanta Saraswati Thakur

Important links:

  • Sri Chaitanya Saraswat Math Homepage
  • Seva Ashram Homepage (news from California)
  • Seva Ashram Post (spiritual reading material)
  • SCS Math International (news from India)

Sankirtan Party of Mahaprabhu Heads North with Sripad Tyagi Maharaj

Posted by Cinmoy Dev Das on Sunday, August 9th, 2015 in Friends of the Ashram | Comments (0)
Cinmoy Dev Prabhu

Cinmoy Dev PrabhuSripad Bhakti Kamal Tyagi Maharaj and several devotees including myself, Divyashakti Didi, Brajamohini Didi, and Govindanandini Didi, recently returned from an eight day preaching tour. Praying to Srila Bhakti Sundar Govinda Maharaj and Srila Bhakti Pavan Janardan Maharaj for their mercy, we tried to carry the message of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and Harinam Sankirtan to the towns and villages of Northern California and Oregon. Lord Chaitanya Himself said,

pritivite ache yata nagaradi grama
sarvatra prachara haibe mora nama

“In every town and village, the chanting of My name will be heard.”

–Sri Chaitanya-bhagavat, Antya 4.126

Our first program was held in Sacramento at the Laxmi Narayan Mandir. Hari Balava Prabhu cooked and was able to offer the bhoga to Sri Sri Radha-Krsna. After a beautiful lecture from Bhakti Kamal Tyagi Maharaj, the devotees served our guests Mahaprasad.

From there the party continued to Chico where we met local devotees including Daitananda Prabhu in the park and performed Sankirtan.

Next, we traveled to the house of Bimal Krsna Prabhu and Ishtadevika Didi in beautiful Arcata. The sound of the Holy Name could be heard in downtown Arcata all afternoon, and after a wonderful lecture from Sripad Tyagi Maharaj at the Community Yoga Center, there was more rousing chanting of the Holy Name with everyone there dancing and singing.

Off to Eugene, where Sripad Mathuranath Prabhu and his family hosted Sripad Tyagi Maharaj and the devotees for the weekend. Harinam was performed downtown whereupon we met the host of a radio show who invited Sripad Tyagi Maharaj to speak live on the air to the people of Eugene. For over an hour one could hear the message of Mahaprabhu over the airwaves and online!

After another successful evening program at Freedom Yoga Center, we joined the masses at the Oregon Country Fair. As we paraded through the quirky festival chanting the Names of the Lord, many were captivated and began singing and dancing with us.

Before returning to Santa Cruz we made one last stop in Fairfax at the house of Anukulchandra Prabhu and Jenna for an intimate and sweet program. They invited their friends and were very pleased to have a comfortable forum for asking their questions about Krishna Consciousness to someone so qualified as Sripad Tyagi Maharaj.

On behalf of the whole group I would like to sincerely thank all those who helped us with this tour. We hope to see you all again soon!

Cinmoy Dev Das

Photos by Brajamohini Devi Dasi

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01-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Their Lordships at the Sri Laxmi Narayan Mandir
02-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Program at the Sri Laxmi Narayan Mandir in Sacramento, California

03-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Sri Sri Radha Krishna deities at Sri Laxmi Narayan Mandir
04-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Sripad Bhakti Kamal Tyagi Maharaj spoke nicely

041-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Govindanandini Devi Dasi, Hari Balava Prabhu, Divya Shakti Devi Dasi, and Cinmoy Dev Prabhu in Sacramento
05-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Question and answer period during the program

06-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Mahaprasad prepared by Hari Balava Prabhu was distributed to guests
07-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg At the house of Ananta Govinda Prabhu's kind and generous parents in Davis, California

08-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Kirtan at their house in Davis
10-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg The sankirtan party makes a stop at the house of Braja Mohini Didi’s father in Chico

11-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Govindanandini and Divya Shakti Devi Dasis with Ananta Govinda Das’s mother
12-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg The sankirtan party makes a stop at a park for some kirtan and Krishna katha in Chico, California

13-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Daitananda Prabhu was thrilled to see the devotees in his town
14-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg We spent another lovely day chanting in the park

15-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Sripad Tyagi Maharaj preaches enthusiastically and is very inspiring
16-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg We are so happy that he was able to visit the USA this summer

17-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg A view of the beautiful countryside from the road
18-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Typical California scenery

19-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Prasadam and kirtan at the house of Istadevika Devi Dasi and Bimal Krsna Prabhu in Arcata, California
20-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Their family was very welcoming and organized a program in town for the evening

21-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg They served the travelers very nicely
22-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Harinam sankirtan in downtown Arcata

23-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg A bookstore advertising our program later in the day
24-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg More sankirtan in the park!

25-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Bimal Krishna Prabhu is a very good kirtan leader
26-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Our chanting attracted some locals to come to the evening program

27-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Srilekha Didi sitting peacefully
28-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Quaint Arcata has this central park in town

29-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Sripad Tyagi Maharaj plays mridanga
30-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Along with Sripad Hari Balava Prabhu

31-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg And Bimal Krishna Prabhu
32-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg And Cinmoydev Prabhu

33-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Istadevika Devi Dasi
34-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg We had a large program that evening

35-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Guests asked questions
36-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg And Sripad Tyagi Maharaj happily answered them very nicely

37-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Istadevika's parents were there, Dave and Linda Rae
38-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Linda Rae (in the foreground) has done nice service at the Ashram in Soquel in the past

39-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg
40-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg

41-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Prasadam distributors: Ramachandra Prabhu, Madhavendra Prabhu, and Krishna Mohini Devi Dasi from Colombia, who recently stayed at the Seva Ashram
42-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Krishna Mohini Didi was visiting from Salt Lake City with Srilekha Didi

43-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg She had fun catching up with old friends
44-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Srilekha Didi brought her Homeopathic Medicine teacher to the program

45-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Dave and Linda Rae, Istadevika Didi's parents
46-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Ramachandra Prabhu is amusing as always

47-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg A nice group picture with our hosts in Arcata
48-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox statues in the distance

49-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Visiting with Lila Sundari Didi and her family
50-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Her step-son Justin joins the kirtan

51-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Early morning kirtan at the house of Mathurnath Prabhu in Eugene, Oregon
52-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Many of the Oregon devotees came to Mathuranath Prabhu and Krishnangini Didi's house.

53-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Some Krishna katha
54-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Mathurnath and Hari Balava Prabhus rocking out in Eugene

56-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Preparing prasadam for distribution in Eugene with Ratan Krishna Prabhu
57-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Cinmoy Dev Prabhu preparing an offering

58-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Maladhari and Phulamala Devi Dasis
59-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Govindanandini Didi with Srilekha Didi visiting from the temple in Salt Lake City, Utah with Mathuranath Prabhu's daughter Vinodini Didi

60-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Harinam sankirtan in front of the type of preaching van we hope to have in the future
61-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Sripad Tyagi Maharaj was spontaneously interviewed on a live local radio comedy show after the hosts saw the devotees chanting in the street

62-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg The show's host posing with Sripad Tyagi Maharaj
63-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Kirtan with the devotees at the house of Mathurnath Prabhu

64-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Sita Didi and her children, Saraswati Didi and her daughter, and Krishna Prana Didi all attended
65-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Krishna Mohini and Jaga Mohini Devi Dasis

66-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Mathuranath Prabhu arranged an evening program at a yoga center in Eugene
67-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg The local devotees were happy to come together

68-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg And to share with new friends
69-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Sita Didi, a guest, Phulamala Didi, and Jaga Mohini Didi

70-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg The center was a beautiful venue
71-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg With a deity of Hanuman

72-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg And one of Saraswati Devi
73-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg The children are blessed with garland remnants

74-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg And have a grand time playing
75-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Spreading the Holy Name of Krishna at the Eugene Country Fair

76-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Another group photo
77-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Govindanandidi and Krishna Mohini Didis

78-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Mathuranath Prabhu and Hari Balava Prabhu enjoy more kirtan together
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83-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Deva Bandhu Prabhu and Nanda Priya Devi Dasi of Brazil joined the tour after their stay at the Soquel Seva Ashram.

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86-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Program at the house of Anukalchandra Prabhua and Jenna in Fairfax, California
87-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg They devoted great attention to preparing for the Namahatta and were very pleased to have a casual venue for asking questions to Sripad Tyagi Maharaj

88-travelling-sankirtan-with-tyagi-maharaj.jpg Jayanta Krishna Prabhu and Vimala Didi drove up from San Jose, California

All glories to Srila Bhakti Pavan Janardan Maharaj!

All glories to Srila Bhakti Sundar Govinda Dev-Goswami Maharaj!

All glories to Sri Harinam Sankirtan!

All glories to all the world devotees!

Northern California and Oregon Tour with Sripad Tyagi Maharaj

Posted by Sushila Devi Dasi on Monday, July 6th, 2015 in Events, Friends of the Ashram | Comments (0)
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Children’s Summer Camp in Santa Cruz Mountains

Posted by Krsnapriya Devi Dasi on Tuesday, May 12th, 2015 in Events, Friends of the Ashram | Comments (0)
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Invitation poster for summer camp at the Seva Ashram

Please join us!

The Sri Chaitanya Saraswat Seva Ashram’s 13th annual Children’s Summer Camp is here. It will begin Thursday, June 18th and go until Sunday, June 21st.

Under the auspicious guidance of Srila Bhakti Pavan Janardan Maharaj we humbly invite you and your family to attend this spiritual and fun filled event.

Radhika Devi DasiThis year’s camp leaders are Radhika and Sada Sundari Devi Dasis.

A disciple of Srila Bhakti Sundar Govinda Maharaj, Radhika has been involved at the Seva Ashram since she was a child. She now has her Master’s in Education and may be found at the temple every Sunday cooking for the Sunday feast. The children and adults who attended her last Children’s Summer Camp said it was the most fun they ever had.

Sada Sundari Devi Dasi~
Sada Sundari Devi Dasi has been here at the Seva Ashram for just over a year. She is a disciple of Srila Bhakti Pavan Janardan Maharaj. She brings lots of joy and enthusiasm to whatever service she engages in. She loves to work with children.

 

Camp costs:

We are asking for a $50.00 donation fee per child/adult to cover all costs. You may submit your donations in the following ways:

1) Via PayPal at: http://www.sevaashram.net/donate/
2) From the drop down menu choose other and type in camp.
3) You may also give your donation on the first day of camp.

A sliding scale is available–just let us know.

Accommodations and other information:

Camping is available and encouraged. Please bring your own tent, bedding and a flashlight.

A few beds in the women’s or men’s quarters are available primarily for adults. Contact KrsnaPriya Devi Dasi at kpdd8@yahoo.com to reserve a bed.

Camp contact info:

For information, to sign-up or to volunteer please e-mail Radhika Devi Dasi at radhikirk@yahoo.com or call 831-566-5419.

Please let her know of your participation by June 5, 2015 so we can co-ordinate classes and meals accordingly.

Don’t have kids? Please join in for the day anyway. Lots of service is available and help is always needed and appreciated.

A schedule will be posted once we have an idea of how many children are participating.

We look forward to seeing you and your family here at the Seva Ashram Children’s Summer Camp 2015.

–KrsnaPriya Devi Dasi

The Hidden Treasure of the Sweet Absolute: In Depth Bhagavad Gita Class in San Jose Every Friday

Posted by Jairam Das on Tuesday, April 21st, 2015 in Events, Friends of the Ashram, Introduction to Krishna Consciousness | Comments (0)
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Jairam Prabhu

Jairam Sharma

Srimad Bhagavad Gita Discussion
Hidden Treasure of the Sweet Absolute

You are invited to participate and dive deep into the revelations of Srimad Bhagavad Gita in the tradition of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. The original Sanskrit verses will be read, recited, and discussed. The teachings of Srimad Bhagavad Gita are still as relevant as they were over 5 thousand years ago, when Srimad Bhagavad Gita was originally spoken at the battlefield of Kurukshetra, India.

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Srimad Bhagavad Gita: The Hidden Treasure of the Sweet Absolute

The discussion will be followed by light refreshments.

Friends, families and kids are welcome to attend.

We request you kindly RSVP for the event to help us prepare adequate amounts of refreshments.

Have questions about Srimad Bhagavad Gita Discussion: Hidden Treasure of the Sweet Absolute?

Contact the organizers: Jairam Sharma and Arun Sharma

Who are Jairam Sharma
and Arun Sharma?

Jairam Sharma and Arun Sharma are disciples of Srila Bhakti Sundar Govinda Dev Goswami Maharaj and members of Sri Chaitanya Saraswat Math.


 Bhagavad Gita Class in San Jose
Fridays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM

CTC

1245 South Winchester Blvd
Suite 300 (Third Floor)
San Jose, CA 95128

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Testimonials:

“A deep and intensive study of the meaning of Bhagavad Gita. They spent almost the whole time on one sloka [verse].” –Paul

“I’m learning a lot from this class. They don’t just repeat the scriptures but focus on opening the heart. They’ll do the reading and then share details, stories, and their own experiences. Arun shares parables and examples from science that are really interesting.

The class is very heartfelt and the association there is amazing.  There’s a good feeling. Everyone is very genuine and heartfelt. It’s amazing. That’s my experience.” –Jason


 

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Arun Prabhu and Jairam Prabhu leading kirtan

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The captive audience

 

Harinam Sankirtan in Santa Cruz Saturday with Ashram Maharaj

Posted by Sushila Devi Dasi on Friday, April 3rd, 2015 in Events, Friends of the Ashram | Comments (0)
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Sushila devi dasi  Dear devotees and friends of the Ashram,

Srila Bhakti Kusum Ashram Maharaj is keen to do Harinam Sankirtan in Santa Cruz this weekend before he returns to Mexico. Please join us Saturday at 6 pm on Pacific Avenue. We will meet at O’Neill’s surf shop by the Regal Cinema 9. Parking is difficult on beautiful Saturday nights so remember to leave early or carpool.

News from Navadwip Dham ~ SCS Math International

Posted by Sushila Devi Dasi on Sunday, February 15th, 2015 in Friends of the Ashram | Comments (0)

Please check out the Math’s new website at SCSMathInternational.com that is being updated regularly with audio clips of Srila Acharya Maharaj’s preaching and many photos from Nimai Chandra Prabhu of the festivals and the devotees’ activities that are going on in India. Visit website…

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