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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Events @ ISV this week!


WEEKLY UPDATES May 24 - May 31, 2022
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Dear Friends and Patrons.

Hope this meets you all well and experiencing Lord Krishna's love!

"O King, constant chanting of the holy name of the Lord after the ways of the great authorities is the doubtless and fearless way of success for all, including those who are free from all material desires, those who are desirous of all material enjoyment, and also those who are self-satisfied by dint of transcendental knowledge." -- Srimad Bhagavatam 2.1.11

We cordially invite you and your family to participate in the Bhakti events @ ISV. Please come and take part in these joyful experiences of chanting and dancing in the association of our visiting guest H.G Rohini Priya Prabhu.

May 25, Wednesday: 

  • 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm PT: Online (ONLY) -  Krishna Katha by H.G Rohini Priya Prabhu 
May 28, Saturday:
  1. 6:15 am to 8:00 am PT:  Japa Circle & Darshan Arati led by H.G. Acyuta Kumar Prabhu
  2. 8:00 am to 10:00 am PT:  Krishna Katha by H.G.Rohini Priya Prabhu followed by Guru Puja

May 29, Sunday:

  • 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm PT:  Sunday Feast Program led by H.G. Rohini Priya  Prabhu!  This program includes Krishna Katha followed by Gaura Arati. 
If you would like to sponsor a Sunday Feast, to commemorate a special occasion (like a birthday or wedding anniversary) or just in general, please write to us at isvconnect@gmail.com. We will offer the bhoga to the Deities and serve prasadam to all the devotees in your name. The donation amount for the Sunday Feast is $351 only

Masks are mandatory to enter the temple hall. It is our humble request to the visitors that if you have flu-like symptoms or if you have traveled outside the USA in the past two weeks, then please avoid visiting the temple this weekend. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us @
jpt-isv@googlegroups.com. Looking forward to serving you all.

Looking forward to serving you all.
Tune in online:

zoom.us/j/3784125172  (Password 123456) 
facebook.com/FanTheSpark
iskconsiliconvalley.com
youtube.com/user/iskconsiliconvalley
facebook.com/iskconsv/
Temple hours:
Mon to Fri: 4:30 am to 1:30 pm and 6 pm to 8:30 pm
Sat: 4:30 am to 8:30 pm
Sun: 4:30 am to 5:30 pm
Arati Timings:
Mon to Sat: 4:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 8 pm
Sun: 4:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 5 pm

 BHAGAVATA SEVA - SUMMER CAMP 2022 (JUNE 13-24TH)

There will be an exciting Summer school @ ISV  this year from June 13 - 24,2022.

First 20 registrations for $375 per week. Please register ASAP using the registration form below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeT0_uh26W1dLUFdfvPZFHgOFrsnz9nn7oICqy6_Dn3cFGJnw/viewform

CHAPTER-A-DAY (CHAD) - BHAGAVAD GITA 

"As Arjuna set aside his bow and arrows, let us set aside any sense of confidence in our own abilities so that we may hear Krsna's words with full heart and attention. This kind of submissive hearing is the primary requirement for advancement in spiritual life. The devotee who hears Krsna's words with a submissive heart immediately feels an ingress of causeless knowledge and detachment." - H. G. Vaisesika Prabhu

CHAD Tips
  • Access BG chapter in CHAD format from here. Print it and carry it with you or access the link from your mobile device wherever you go and fill in the gaps with your recitation of Bhagavad Gita.
  • Chant all the Sanskrit slokas; or all the English translations; or both the Sanskrit and English.
  • Recite with devotees by joining daily conference calls.Email recite.chad@gmail.com for more details.

CHAD PLUS

CHAD PLUS is an extension of CHAD and is based on the Shloka book of Srila Prabhupada! Every day CHAD PLUS members should chant the designated BG chapter AND (+) the chosen SB verses listed below.

More CHAD resources

www.readchad.com

Get Inspired by reading more testimonials here.

With Gratitude,

ISV CHAD Team

Email: recite.chad@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/bhagavadgitachad

 

 BHAGAVATA SEVA CLASSES FOR 2022





Classes for kids (0-17yrs) Online Sunday school 

https://www.bhagavataseva.com/index.php/online-sunday-school-form/

Chaitanya Charitamrta( Madhya Lila and Antya Lila )  classes 

https://www.bhagavataseva.com/index.php/caitanya-caritamrta-registration-form/

Systematic study of Srimad Bhagavatam (7-12th Canto)

https://www.bhagavataseva.com/index.php/study-of-srimad-bhagavatam-canto-7-12-by-hg-gauranga-darshan-prabhujan-2022-dec-2023-4-semester-course/

Please share with all your contacts and help us distribute several Srimad Bhagavatam"s
For more details contact Bhagavataseva.global@gmail.com
 

KIRTAN MELLOWS AT YOUR HOME

The temple organizes melodious hari kirtan/bhajans & Hari Katha at people's homes all over the Bay Area. You can either join in or host such a unique, spiritually uplifting experience to gain the mercy of the Lord, gain positivity and feel instant bliss


See examples of kirtan videos: bit.ly/kirtanexamples
See what the hosts think: bit.ly/kirtanfeedback

See Kirtan FAQs: bit.ly/kirtanfaqs

To experience the bliss of kirtan/katha, please text/call Govinda Das @ 408 634 4478 or submit your interest here (https://goo.gl/forms/bGsUpvA5KQuQlUl73).

Vedic Academy offers Sunday School for kids from age group 0 - 15 yrs every Sunday from 3 -  7 pm where kids learn about Vedic Culture, Slokas, Stories & Lessons from Bhagavad Gita, Srimad Bhagavatam etc., Bhajans and participate in Arts & Crafts, Dramas and much more.
 

For more information, please visit http://isv-vedicacademy.com/ or send an email to vedicacademy108@gmail.com or call 650-248-6297


 

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Mountain View, Ca 94040

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022

ISV Vedic Academy Children's Annual day coming weekend


WEEKLY UPDATES May 17 - May 24, 2022
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Dear Devotees,

We would like to invite you to ISV Vedic Academy Children's Annual day and graduation celebrations coming weekend, Saturday, May 21st, and Sunday, May 22nd with Vedic performances by Sunday school children.  ISV Vedic Academy serves 100+ congregation children from ages 0 to 17. The 30+ staff volunteers are devotees who serve to help bring spiritual enrichment in these formative years of children's education.

Saturday, May 21:
Groups: Gopal and Damodar (3-5 yrs) groups
Time: 10-10:30 AM
Location: recorded broadcast online streamed from Temple Hall
Tune in online:

zoom.us/j/3784125172  (Password 123456) 
facebook.com/FanTheSpark
iskconsiliconvalley.com
youtube.com/user/iskconsiliconvalley
facebook.com/iskconsv/

Sunday, May 22:
Groups: Gopinath (6-8 years), Madanmohan (9-11 years) and Kaisora (12-14 years).
Time: 1:00PM-3:15 PM
Location: In-person at Temple Hall

On Sunday the event will begin by honoring all age groups of Sunday school children with Vedic Academy graduation gifts.

So we welcome you to bring yourself with joy and encourage ISV kids while they perform what they learned in Sunday school. The performances include bhajan performances on Gaudiya Vaishnava songs, performances on Bhagavad Gita, Ramayan, Srila Prabhupada's qualities, and a drama from the Srimad Bhagavatam on The Killing of Kamsa!

Light snacks and refreshments prasad will be served to all children attending on Sunday.

Yours in service to Sri Sri Radha and Krishna,
Rasesvari Lila Devi Dasi 
On behalf of ISV Sunday School


Masks are mandatory to enter the temple hall. It is our humble request to the visitors that if you have flu-like symptoms or if you have traveled outside the USA in the past two weeks, then please avoid visiting the temple this weekend. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us @
jpt-isv@googlegroups.com. Looking forward to serving you all.

Looking forward to serving you all.

Copyright © 2022 ISKCON of Silicon Valley (ISV), All rights reserved.
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1965 Latham Street
Mountain View, Ca 94040

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022

Harinam, Special Bhakti Classes & Lil' Krishna Fest this Week!


WEEKLY UPDATES May 17 - May 24, 2022
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Dear Friends and Patrons.

Hope this meets you all well and experiencing Lord Krishna's love!

"O King, constant chanting of the holy name of the Lord after the ways of the great authorities is the doubtless and fearless way of success for all, including those who are free from all material desires, those who are desirous of all material enjoyment, and also those who are self-satisfied by dint of transcendental knowledge." -- Srimad Bhagavatam 2.1.11

We cordially invite you and your family to participate in our monthly Harinam Sankirtan Festival & all other Bhakti events listed below. Please come and take part in these joyful experiences of chanting and dancing in the association of H.G Vaisesika Prabhu.

May 18, Wednesday: 

  • 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm PT: Online (ONLY) -  Krishna Katha by  H.G Gaura Hari Prabhu (ISKCON Chowpatty)
May 20Friday
  • 6:59 pm PT:  Monthly Harinam Sankirtan Festival in Lytton Plaza on University Avenue (220 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301)
May 21, Saturday:
  1. 6:15 am to 7:15 am PT:  Japa Circle led by H.G. Vaisesika Prabhu
  2. 7:15 am to 10:00 am PT: Darshan Arati  & Krishna Katha by H.G.Vaisesika Prabhu followed by Guru Puja
  3. 2:30 pm PT: Lil' Krishna Fest @ Centerville Junior High School, Fremont (details below)
  4. 3:00 pm PT: Online Youth Jam led by H.G. Vaisesika Prabhu.

May 22, Sunday:

  • 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm PT:  Sunday Feast Program led by H.G. Vaisesika Prabhu!  This program includes Krishna Katha followed by Gaura Arati. 
If you would like to sponsor a Sunday Feast, to commemorate a special occasion (like a birthday or wedding anniversary) or just in general, please write to us at isvconnect@gmail.com. We will offer the bhoga to the Deities and serve prasadam to all the devotees in your name. The donation amount for the Sunday Feast is $351 only

Masks are mandatory to enter the temple hall. It is our humble request to the visitors that if you have flu-like symptoms or if you have traveled outside the USA in the past two weeks, then please avoid visiting the temple this weekend. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us @
jpt-isv@googlegroups.com. Looking forward to serving you all.

Looking forward to serving you all.
Tune in online:

zoom.us/j/3784125172  (Password 123456) 
facebook.com/FanTheSpark
iskconsiliconvalley.com
youtube.com/user/iskconsiliconvalley
facebook.com/iskconsv/
Temple hours:
Mon to Fri: 4:30 am to 1:30 pm and 6 pm to 8:30 pm
Sat: 4:30 am to 8:30 pm
Sun: 4:30 am to 5:30 pm
Arati Timings:
Mon to Sat: 4:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 8 pm
Sun: 4:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 5 pm

SATURDAY MAY 21 - LIL' KRISHNA FEST 2022

 

 







































We are excited to share that Lill' Krishna Fest is back in person after 2 years! Yes, we will celebrate the much-awaited festival for kids in Centerville Junior High School, Fremont. Please joins us with your family!
 

 BHAGAVATA SEVA - SUMMER CAMP 2022 (JUNE 13-24TH)

There will be an exciting Summer school @ ISV  this year from June 13 - 17,2022.

First 20 registrations for $375 per week. Please register ASAP using the registration form below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeT0_uh26W1dLUFdfvPZFHgOFrsnz9nn7oICqy6_Dn3cFGJnw/viewform

CHAPTER-A-DAY (CHAD) - BHAGAVAD GITA 

"As Arjuna set aside his bow and arrows, let us set aside any sense of confidence in our own abilities so that we may hear Krsna's words with full heart and attention. This kind of submissive hearing is the primary requirement for advancement in spiritual life. The devotee who hears Krsna's words with a submissive heart immediately feels an ingress of causeless knowledge and detachment." - H. G. Vaisesika Prabhu

CHAD Tips
  • Access BG chapter in CHAD format from here. Print it and carry it with you or access the link from your mobile device wherever you go and fill in the gaps with your recitation of Bhagavad Gita.
  • Chant all the Sanskrit slokas; or all the English translations; or both the Sanskrit and English.
  • Recite with devotees by joining daily conference calls.Email recite.chad@gmail.com for more details.

CHAD PLUS

CHAD PLUS is an extension of CHAD and is based on the Shloka book of Srila Prabhupada! Every day CHAD PLUS members should chant the designated BG chapter AND (+) the chosen SB verses listed below.

More CHAD resources

www.readchad.com

Get Inspired by reading more testimonials here.

With Gratitude,

ISV CHAD Team

Email: recite.chad@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/bhagavadgitachad

 

 BHAGAVATA SEVA CLASSES FOR 2022





Classes for kids (0-17yrs) Online Sunday school 

https://www.bhagavataseva.com/index.php/online-sunday-school-form/

Chaitanya Charitamrta( Madhya Lila and Antya Lila )  classes 

https://www.bhagavataseva.com/index.php/caitanya-caritamrta-registration-form/

Systematic study of Srimad Bhagavatam (7-12th Canto)

https://www.bhagavataseva.com/index.php/study-of-srimad-bhagavatam-canto-7-12-by-hg-gauranga-darshan-prabhujan-2022-dec-2023-4-semester-course/

Please share with all your contacts and help us distribute several Srimad Bhagavatam"s
For more details contact Bhagavataseva.global@gmail.com
 

KIRTAN MELLOWS AT YOUR HOME

The temple organizes melodious hari kirtan/bhajans & Hari Katha at people's homes all over the Bay Area. You can either join in or host such a unique, spiritually uplifting experience to gain the mercy of the Lord, gain positivity and feel instant bliss


See examples of kirtan videos: bit.ly/kirtanexamples
See what the hosts think: bit.ly/kirtanfeedback

See Kirtan FAQs: bit.ly/kirtanfaqs

To experience the bliss of kirtan/katha, please text/call Govinda Das @ 408 634 4478 or submit your interest here (https://goo.gl/forms/bGsUpvA5KQuQlUl73).

Vedic Academy offers Sunday School for kids from age group 0 - 15 yrs every Sunday from 3 -  7 pm where kids learn about Vedic Culture, Slokas, Stories & Lessons from Bhagavad Gita, Srimad Bhagavatam etc., Bhajans and participate in Arts & Crafts, Dramas and much more.
 

For more information, please visit http://isv-vedicacademy.com/ or send an email to vedicacademy108@gmail.com or call 650-248-6297


 

Copyright © 2022 ISKCON of Silicon Valley (ISV), All rights reserved.
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ISKCON of Silicon Valley (ISV)
1965 Latham Street
Mountain View, Ca 94040

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