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Tuesday, August 30, 2016

Classes @ ISV This Week!

WEEKLY UPDATES: AUG 29 - SEP 4, 2016

Dear Friends,

Hope this meets you all well. We hope you all had a wonderful Janmashtami Festival.It was a joyous occasion at ISV celebrating the most cherished festival of the year in your loving association. Thank you for coming and making this yet another glorious festival. We extend a warm welcome to you and your family to join us for the classes and events this week at ISV!

“The thoughts of My pure devotees dwell in Me, their lives are fully devoted to My service, and they derive great satisfaction and bliss from always enlightening one another and conversing about Me.” (Bhagavad-gita 10.9).

 This week we have:

Wednesday: An Evening of Krsna Katha by H.G Vaisesika Das

Saturday : Srimad Bhagavatam class by H.G Acyuta Caitanya Das              

Sunday:   Sunday Feast Talk by H.G Shyamarupa Das

Watch us Live! In case you are unable to make it, you can also join us through audio conference or watch live broadcast. The details are available at www.IskconSiliconValley.com.

 

AUG 31, WEDNESDAY : AN EVENING OF KRSNA KATHA

"Every day and night we are hearing something. There is television. There is radio. There are newspapers. There are so many things to hear about. But that is not the hearing that will help us to become self-realized.You should devote your time to hearing and chanting about Vishnu, Krishna. If you simply do this then you shall become free from this material entanglement." - Srila Prabhupada

We extend a warm welcome to you and your family to join us for our Wednesday Gita class!

6:00pm: "An Evening of Krsna Katha" with H.G Vaisesika Das

8:00pm: Sandhya Arati followed by Prasadam

 

SEP 3, SATURDAY: SRIMAD-BHAGAVATAM DISCOURSE

"This Srimad Bhagavatam is a literary incarnation of God, and it is compiled by Srila Vyasadeva, the incarnation of God. It is meant for the ultimate good of all people, and it is all successful, all blissful and all perfect." (Suta Goswami SB3.40). Srila Prabhupada states,"Srimad Bhagavatam carries with it all transcendental blessings of Lord Sri Krsna that we can expect from his personal contact". We are pleased to invite you for this week's Srimad Bhagavatam discourse.

7.30am: Brahma Samita followed by Srimad Bhagavatam class by H.G Acyuta Caitanya Das

10:00am: Guru puja followed by Prasadam

 

SEP 4, SUNDAY FEAST LECTURE

 We cordially welcome to our Sunday feast program this week which includes Kirtan, Krishna Katha, Arotik and delicious prasadam!

4:00pm - 5:45pm: Sunday feast talk by H.G Shyama Rupa Das

6.00pm: Sandhya Aartik followed by Announcements and Prasadam

If you would like to sponsor a Sunday Feast, to commemorate a special occasion (like 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. Donation amount for the Sunday Feast is $301 only

 
 

BHAGAVAD GITA AS IT IS - Chapter A Day (CHAD)

CHAD is a worldwide alliance of devotees who chant at least one chapter of Bhagavad-gita As It Is every day. Please join us everyday @ 5:45am.

Online Meeting Link: https://join.freeconferencecall.com/sanatanagandharvika

Dial-In Number (United States): (563) 999-2090, Access Code: 123936

Email: recite.chad@gmail.com

 

KIRTAN MELLOWS AT YOUR HOME

We often have melodious hari kirtan and bhajans at devotees' homes in the bay area. Below are a couple of sample videos of the blissful program:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fcCgwx4P-sw 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6isiWMLFGc

If you would like to experience the sweet taste of holy names, please indicate your interest via this form http://goo.gl/forms/i01lk6drf3. A volunteer will send you an evite when a Kirtan Mellows event would be scheduled near you. 

VEDIC EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN

Vedic Academy offers Sunday School for kids from age group 3 - 15 yrs every Sunday from 4 - 6pm 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 www.vedic-academy.org  or send an email to vedicacademy108@gmail.com or call 408 718 1588

SUBCRIBE TO VEDIC WISDOM -  NECTAR DROPS

In this world of fast paced technology and racing schedules, the elite and comman man alike need droplets of refreshing wisdom to protect their peace, spirituality, and happiness. Vedic Nectar Drops, an initiative of ISV, aims to meet this goal by sending weekly droplets out to all subscribers to keep their weeks inspired and refreshed. If you are interested in receiving every week, please send an email to vedicstudygroup@gmail.com

 
 
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Wednesday, August 24, 2016

Important Housekeeping Instructions for Janamastami Festival at ISV - Must Read

Dear Esteemed Devotees,

 

Ami Pranam Kori

All Glories to Srila Prabhupada!

 

 

We are celebrating Sri Krsna Janamastami at ISV this Thursday, Aug 25th, 2016.  Like every year, we are expecting thousands of visitors, especially in the evening. This email is to gently remind you to keep the following housekeeping items in mind so that everyone has a memorable experience.

1.       Smile!!  It is Krsna's birthday!

2.       For smooth passage, keep all entrances clear. Please co-operate with the Reception teams who will be operating both inside and outside the main hall. Enter through the areas marked for entrance and exit through the areas marked for exit.

3.       Prep your kids before coming to the temple that they need to keep the noise level down, and there should be no running around.

4.       Please do not bring the strollers inside the temple.

5.       Safety is of utmost importance to all.  Please make sure that kids do not play on the street.  If you find some, chaperone them back to the temple and inform Govind Caran Prabhu or Sukesvari Mtj who are security in-charges.  Please cross the road safely.

6.       Be courteous to the guests and make sure that they get a place to sit.

7.       In order to give chance to the visitors to come in, please do not stay inside the hall for too long during the kirtans.

8.       Please try to make your darshan brief and quick to allow continuous movement of the queue.

9.       During prasadam honoring time, please make sure that guests, older devotees and mothers with small kids get served first.  Please keep noise level to a minimum.

10.    If you see any suspicious activities please contact Govind Caran Prabhu, Hansapriya dasi or any of the members of the crowd control team.

11.    If you find things lying around then deposit it at the ISV CONNECT Booth

12.    If you find trash lying around,  please deposit it in a trash can nearby. Need service? please check at Volunteer Helpdesk.

13.    When taking off your shoes please make sure you keep them neatly in the space provided. Volunteers will be there to guide.(See/read details below carefully)

14.    Smile!!  It is Krsna's birthday!

 

Shoes Do's & DONT's

Do's

a) All Visitors and Temple congregation must use the New Shoe Facility. Volunteers will be around to take the shoes, give tokens etc.

 

b) If you are a volunteer then please use the  Self Service System (same as last year), since most likely you would be constantly going in and out and have to take off and put on shoes more frequently. Bags hanging from the hook should be used to keep your shoes. No Token is required. Remember your bag spot.

Don't's

a) Don't put your shoes anywhere else except the places mentioned above.

b) We are not responsible for shoes not placed on the designated spots.

 

Parking Instructions

 

Parking instructions for  Congregation members: 

As we expect more visitors this year, we humbly request all the congregation members to park their car at the following suggested locations in the PDF below.  Also please you will get gentle reminder by Radha Kripa Prabhu and his team.

Thank you for helping us make this day a wonderful and enjoyable one for All.

 

Child Watch Facilities

This year we are offering child Watch Facilities all day through, from 9am to 9pm for the Parent Volunteers of our Sunday School Kids. This is run in the following batches: 

Govinda Charan Prabhu from 9am-5pm and 

Sukesvari Mataji from 5pm to 9pm. 

Further details will be sent to you by mail later today.

 

With gratitude,

Festival Team ISV


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Important Housekeeping Instructions for Janamastami Festival at ISV - Must Read

Dear Esteemed Devotees,

 

Ami Pranam Kori

All Glories to Srila Prabhupada!

 

 

We are celebrating Sri Krsna Janamastami at ISV this Thursday, Aug 25th, 2016.  Like every year, we are expecting thousands of visitors, especially in the evening. This email is to gently remind you to keep the following housekeeping items in mind so that everyone has a memorable experience.

1.       Smile!!  It is Krsna's birthday!

2.       For smooth passage, keep all entrances clear. Please co-operate with the Reception teams who will be operating both inside and outside the main hall. Enter through the areas marked for entrance and exit through the areas marked for exit.

3.       Prep your kids before coming to the temple that they need to keep the noise level down, and there should be no running around.

4.       Please do not bring the strollers inside the temple.

5.       Safety is of utmost importance to all.  Please make sure that kids do not play on the street.  If you find some, chaperone them back to the temple and inform Govind Caran Prabhu or Sukesvari Mtj who are security in-charges.  Please cross the road safely.

6.       Be courteous to the guests and make sure that they get a place to sit.

7.       In order to give chance to the visitors to come in, please do not stay inside the hall for too long during the kirtans.

8.       Please try to make your darshan brief and quick to allow continuous movement of the queue.

9.       During prasadam honoring time, please make sure that guests, older devotees and mothers with small kids get served first.  Please keep noise level to a minimum.

10.    If you see any suspicious activities please contact Govind Caran Prabhu, Hansapriya dasi or any of the members of the crowd control team.

11.    If you find things lying around then deposit it at the ISV CONNECT Booth

12.    If you find trash lying around,  please deposit it in a trash can nearby. Need service? please check at Volunteer Helpdesk.

13.    When taking off your shoes please make sure you keep them neatly in the space provided. Volunteers will be there to guide.(See/read details below carefully)

14.    Smile!!  It is Krsna's birthday!

 

Shoes Do's & DONT's

Do's

a) All Visitors and Temple congregation must use the New Shoe Facility. Volunteers will be around to take the shoes, give tokens etc.

 

b) If you are a volunteer then please use the  Self Service System (same as last year), since most likely you would be constantly going in and out and have to take off and put on shoes more frequently. Bags hanging from the hook should be used to keep your shoes. No Token is required. Remember your bag spot.

Don't's

a) Don't put your shoes anywhere else except the places mentioned above.

b) We are not responsible for shoes not placed on the designated spots.

 

Parking Instructions

 

Parking instructions for  Congregation members: 

As we expect more visitors this year, we humbly request all the congregation members to park their car at the following suggested locations in the PDF below.  Also please you will get gentle reminder by Radha Kripa Prabhu and his team.

Thank you for helping us make this day a wonderful and enjoyable one for All.

 

Child Watch Facilities

This year we are offering child Watch Facilities all day through, from 9am to 9pm for the Parent Volunteers of our Sunday School Kids. This is run in the following batches: 

Govinda Charan Prabhu from 9am-5pm and 

Sukesvari Mataji from 5pm to 9pm. 

Further details will be sent to you by mail later today.

 

With gratitude,

Festival Team ISV

 

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Feel Satisfied by Giving - Here is Festival of Giving

Dear Devotees
Pamho agTSP

Last Sunday Devotees at ISV pledged to raise over 50K Lakshmi as goal for Janamsthmi to offer to Srila Prabhupada in anticipation for 50 years of ISKCON formation and his upcoming Vyasa Puja.

Many of you have already filled their pledges and pleased to report we have cross over 35K . We would encourage all to participate and we together give this as cumulative offering to Prabhupada.

We should have atleast 50 Kalash abhishek, atleast 10 Tiles and many Offerings and Pujas


BTW, every donot over 1000 gets Free abhishek and please see Bali Mardhan Pr, Mayapur Bihari Pr, Pankaj Srivastava Pr, Avijeet Pr for signing up for any services

Additionally you can connect with Hansapriya M, vrindavan Priya Pr, Nirakula M and Damodar Vamsidhari Das for any help we can do

We at ISV pray that May Lord Sri Krishna fulfills all your desires and bring you closer to Him with all sacrifices you are doing for Him"

Lets Read,Absorb and Apply Srila Prabhipada mood of giving to thousands of people coming to ISV in this week

Om Tat Sat

Yhs
Servants at ISV



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Monday, August 22, 2016

Grand Janmashtami Celebration & Srila Prabhupad Appearance Day Festival @ ISV This Week!

WEEKLY UPDATES: AUGUST 22 - AUG 30, 2016

Dear Friends,

Hope this meets you all well.

In the Skanda Purana, Brahmaji  tells Narada: Krishna Janmashtami is famous in this world. It destroys sins. It is equal to many millions of Yajnas It is equal to many millions of pilgrimages.It brings devotion to Lord Krishna.

This week we have:

Wednesday: Class has been cancelled in preparation for Janmashtami

Thursday:  Grand Janmashtami Celebration presided  by H.G Vaisesika Prabhu, H.H. Giriraj Swami, H.H. Keshava Bharati Das Goswami  & H.H Rtadvja Swami

Friday:   Srila Prabhupad Appearance Day Festival with H.G Vaisesika Prabhu, H.G. Giriraj Swami & H.H Rtadvja Swami

Saturday: Continuation of Srila Prabhupad Appearance Day Festival

Sunday: Sunday Feast Lecture by H.G Vaisesika Prabhu

We extend a warm invitation to you and your family to join us for these Grand Celebrations @ ISV this week.

Watch us Live! In case you are unable to make it, you can also join us through audio conference or watch live broadcast. The details are available at www.IskconSiliconValley.com.

 

AUGUST 25, THURSDAY : GRAND JANMASHTAMI CELEBRATION

Sri Krishna Janmashtami - Celebrations of divine appearance of Lord Sri Krishna. Devotees all over the world celebrate this festival to express their desire to serve the Supreme Lord and to glorify Him. Please join us to hear from H.G Vaisesika Prabhu and our special honored guests H.H. Giriraj Swami, H.H. Keshava Bharati Das Goswami  & H.H Rtadvja Swami as they take us through a beautiful discourse on various pastimes of Lord Krishna. 

Their Lordships Caitanya Mahaprabhu, Sri Sri Radha Madanamohana and Sri Narasimhadeva are magnificently dressed and adorned with jewelleries and colourful fragrant flowers on this day.  Devotees observe a full-day fast. As a part of the celebrations, the temple has scheduled devotional activities throughout the day, like Kirtans, discussing pastimes of Krishna & much more starting. Lord Krishna’s bathing ceremony – called Abhishek – is witnessed by all attendees while sponsors get opportunity to personally bathe the Lord. 

We extend a warm invitation to you and your family for this auspicious occasion! https://www.facebook.com/events/1034652906590185/  

  • 4:30am Mangala Aartik
  • 5:00am Tulasi Aartik
  • 5:15am Japa
  • 7:15am Guru Puja 
  • 7:30am Darshan Aartik & Kirtana
  • 8:30am Sastra Jam & Hari Katha
  • 12:00pm Raj Bhoga Aartik
  • 1:00pm Kirtan and Hari Katha
  • 2:00pm Devotional Kirtana by Vedic Academy Kids
  • 4:00pm Kirtan and Hari Katha
  • 6:00pm Welcoming Community VIP Guests 
  • 7:00pm Sandhya Aartik
  • 8:30pm Abhishek & Kirtana
  • 10:15pm Announcements & Acknowledgements
  • 10:20pm Kirtan and Hari Katha
  • 12:00am Maha Aartik

 

 

AUGUST 26, FRIDAY: SRILA PRABHUPAD APPEARANCE DAY CELEBRATION

At the advanced age of sixty-nine, Srila Prabhupada traveled from India to the United States on a small cargo ship to deliver the world from the suffering of material consciousness. Join us for the celebration of the Appearance Day of A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the founder-acarya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. H.G Vaisesika Prabhu, H.H. Giriraj Swami, H.H. Keshava Bharati Das Goswami  & H.H Rtadvja Swami will preside over the festival.

8:00am -12:00pm Srila Prabhupada Katha & Offerings
11:45am- Offering of the Janmathami-Vyasa Puja Sankirtana Festival Results
12:00pm - Puspanjali & Srila Prabhupada Aartik
1:00pm Prasadam

 

AUGUST 27, SATURDAY: EXTENDED SRILA PRABHUPAD APPEARANCE DAY CELEBRATIONS

We are pleased to welcome you to the Extended Vyasa Puja celebration of Srila Prabhupad. Only limited number of devotees can be called upon. Those who have written down thier offering will be given first priority, 

7.30am: Offerings to Srila Prabhupad by ISV Community devotees

10:00am: Guru puja followed by Prasadam

 

AUGUST 28, SUNDAY - SUNDAY FEAST LECTURE

We cordially invite you to our Sunday feast program this week. Program includes Kirtan, Bhagavad Gita discourse, Arati and delicious prasadam.

4:00pm - 6:00pm: Sunday Feast Talk by H.G Vaisesika Prabhu

6.00pm: Sandhya Aartik followed by Announcements and Prasadam

If you would like to sponsor a Sunday Feast, to commemorate a special occasion (like 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. Donation amount for the Sunday Feast is $301 only

 JANMASHTAMI CELEBRATION SPONSORSHIP 2016

This year Sri Krishna Janmastami, Lord Krishna’s divine appearance day, falls on August 25th, Thursday.

We are planning a spectacular festival. Starting 4:30am until 1am, for the Krishna’s pleasure. Time will be filled with continuous bhajans, kirtanas, talk about Krishna, puja offerings etc,. ending with the midnight ararti, kirtana and prasadam distribution. Free dinner, prasadam feast, will be served to all. There will be also special children’s activities.

Traditionally, Janmastami is time of giving. Devotees give, donate towards, and sponsor the worship of Sri Krishna. Having said that, we have sponsorship and service opportunities as we are expecting over 7000 visitors to come to the temple throughout the day. We humbly request you to extend your support this year to celebrate Lord Krsna's birthday in grandeur. 

SPONSORSHIP DETAILS: 

There are different ways you could contribute to the festival as well as to the various projects at ISV. Kindly make a pledge by clicking on the link below. For any questions regarding donation please reach out to Damodar Prabhu @ deepakc108@gmail.com or hansapriya8@gmail.com

We will be performing a really Beautiful Kalash Abhishek this year and you can help Pujari’s bathe the Sri Radha Krishna on His birthday and receive His divine blessings.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AB3b-ccuWKkfq_FFwboei5xuO6IMmeNO0kHbrneCHqU/edit?usp=sharing

PLEASE NOTE: All donations over $1008 will allow you to offer Abhishek to our Sri Radha Krishna. 

We have prepared a list of services and the approximate time slots where you can enroll for services. Our humble request is that please sign up for services (same/multiple) throughout the day since that is the only way we can ensure that we have sufficient volunteers to cover the event and take care of all aspects to make program successful. If you any questions please email hansapriya8@gmail.com or Braja Vilasini (Bhavani) @ bhavanitanikella@gmail.com  or Hari Sankirtana Prabhu @ hariharan.r.iyer@gmail.com

We're using VolunteerSpot (the leading online signup and reminder tool) to organize our upcoming activities. Here’s how it works in 3 easy steps:

1) Click this link to see our services signups on VolunteerSpot: http://signup.com/go/WwxrUA

2) View the activities listed and choose the slots you like.(click on 'View' button in front of the activity)

3) Sign up! It's Easy — you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on VolunteerSpot.Just give you email id for signing up the slots.

Note: VolunteerSpot does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact me and I can sign you up manually.

 

BHAGAVAD GITA AS IT IS - Chapter A Day (CHAD)

CHAD is a worldwide alliance of devotees who chant at least one chapter of Bhagavad-gita As It Is every day. Please join us everyday @ 5:45am.

Online Meeting Link: https://join.freeconferencecall.com/sanatanagandharvika

Dial-In Number (United States): (563) 999-2090, Access Code: 123936

Email: recite.chad@gmail.com

 

KIRTAN MELLOWS AT YOUR HOME

We often have melodious hari kirtan and bhajans at devotees' homes in the bay area. Below are a couple of sample videos of the blissful program:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fcCgwx4P-sw 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6isiWMLFGc

If you would like to experience the sweet taste of holy names, please indicate your interest via this form http://goo.gl/forms/i01lk6drf3. A volunteer will send you an evite when a Kirtan Mellows event would be scheduled near you. 

VEDIC EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN

Vedic Academy offers Sunday School for kids from age group 3 - 15 yrs every Sunday from 4 - 6pm 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 www.vedic-academy.org  or send an email to vedicacademy108@gmail.com or call 408 718 1588

SUBCRIBE TO VEDIC WISDOM -  NECTAR DROPS

In this world of fast paced technology and racing schedules, the elite and comman man alike need droplets of refreshing wisdom to protect their peace, spirituality, and happiness. Vedic Nectar Drops, an initiative of ISV, aims to meet this goal by sending weekly droplets out to all subscribers to keep their weeks inspired and refreshed. If you are interested in receiving every week, please send an email to vedicstudygroup@gmail.com

 
 
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