Events at ISV this week

WEEKLY UPDATES:  Dec 30 - Jan 6, 2020 View this email in your browser Dear Friends and Patrons Hope this meets you all well and experiencing Lord Krishna's love! "Devotional service benefits all beings in all countries at all times. Those who chant the Lord's glories uplift every living entity on the planet, including beasts, birds, demigods, asuras, and even trees, creepers, and stones."   (Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati Thakur) This week we have: Jan 1, Wednesday:        Gita Wisdom by H.G. Shyama Rupa Prabhu @ 6:00pm Jan 4, Saturday:        1. Make Japa Great Again -Special Japa Circle @ 7:00am        2. Guru Puja followed by Srimad Bhagavatam Discourse by H.G. Vaisesika Prabhu from 7:30am        Jan 5, Sunday:       Sunday Feast Discourse by  H.G. Vaisesika Prabhu @ 4:00pm 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. WEDNESDAY, JAN  1 - GITA WISDOM  Please join us this Wednesday for an evening of Gita wisdom and Kirtans.  We invite you, your family and friends to take the opportunity to engage in the auspicious hearing of Krishna Katha, ecstatic Bhajans and Kirtans, partake in Krishna Prasadam.  6.00pm - 8:00pm: Gita Wisdom by H.G. Shyama Rupa Prabhu 8:00pm: Sandhya Arotik and Narasimha Prayers followed by Prasadam SATURDAY, DEC 4 -  MAKE JAPA GREAT AGAIN -SPECIAL JAPA CIRCLE @ 6:00 AM The Sri Caitanya-caritamrita (Adi-lila, 17.22)  says, "In this age of Kali, the holy name of the Lord, in the form of the Hare Krishna maha-mantra, is the incarnation of Lord Krishna. Simply by chanting the holy name, one associates with the Supreme directly. Anyone who does this is certainly delivered." In other words, it is this mantra that provides the doorway which leads directly to the spiritual realm. Furthermore, the use of it means that we change the vibrational level of our own consciousness and the environment in which we exist. This can cause the manifestation of that spiritual vibration and atmosphere in this material world.  6.00am: Special Japa Circle with H.G Vaisesika Prabhu H.G.  Vaisesika Prabhu has started this "Japa Circle" initiative to demonstrate the power of chanting in the association of devotees and deepen our love and attachment to Krishna's Holy Name. SATURDAY, DEC 4 -  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.  7:15am - 7:30am: Greeting the deities  7.30am - 9:00am: Guru Puja & Srimad Bhagavatam Discourse by H.G Vaisesika Prabhu followed by Prasadam SUNDAY, JAN 5 - SUNDAY FEAST DISCOURSE We welcome you and your family to join us for Sunday feast program this week filled with bhajans, spiritual discussion, Arthi and delicious feast. 4.00 pm - 5.30 pm - Sunday Feast Discourse by H.G Vaisesika Prabhu @ 4:00pm 5.30 -  6.00 pm - Gaura Aarti, Narasimhadeva Prayers 6.00 pm - Announcements followed by Prasadam 7.30 - 7.45 pm Shayan Aarti Darshan 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 $351 only BHAGAVAD GITA AS IT IS - Chapter A Day (CHAD) "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 Below is the 3 month BG/SB CHAD Plan. Click on the the verses to download the corresponding verses in CHAD format. From To CHAD – BG Chapter To Recite every day CHAD Plus –  SB Verses To Recite every day 21 Dec 2019  19 Jan 2020 Su Chapter 5 1.2.16, 1.2.17, 1.2.18, 1.2.19, 1.2.20, 1.2.21, 1.2.28-29, 1.3.28, 1.3.40, 1.3.43, 1.4.25, 1.5.10, 1.5.11, 1.5.12, 1.5.17, 1.5.18, 1.5.20, 1.5.22, 1.5.38, 1.7.4, 20 Jan 2020 Mo 17 Feb 2020 Mo Chapter 6(verses 1 – 23) 1.7.5, 1.7.6, 1.7.7, 1.7.10, 1.8.18, 1.8.19, 1.8.20, 1.8.21, 1.8.22, 1.8.23, 1.8.24, 1.8.25, 1.8.26, 1.8.27, 1.8.28, 1.8.29, 1.8.30, 1.8.31, 1.8.32, 1.8.33, 18 Feb 2020 Tu   18 Mar 2020 We Chapter 6(verses 24 – 47) 1.8.34, 1.8.35, 1.8.36, 1.8.37, 1.8.38, 1.8.39, 1.8.40, 1.8.41, 1.8.42, 1.8.43, 1.10.4, 1.13.10, 1.13.47, 1.17.38, 1.18.13, 1.19.15, 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 2.1.4, CHAD Tips Register yourself at http://www.readchad.com/join-chad/. Access 4th 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   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). ISV's (New) NAVADWIP PRESCHOOL Navadvip Learning Center, an educational initiative of ISV is offering fun-filled cultural & academic up-bringing of the children.  Pre-School: For 2 to 5 year old kids (Part time & Full time options available).  After School-Program: For 5-11 year old kids (3-6 pm). Pickup service from school available Locations: Sunnyvale & Pleasanton The curriculum is based on California (CA) state standards educational structure as well as the Indian Vedic Culture. A foreign language Sanskrit with structured instructions will also be a part of the curriculum.  For further info,  please visit our facebook page: fb.com/NavadvipLC or  the website www.nineislandsschool.com or  email us at navadviplc@gmail.com call us at 408.746.5306 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 © 2019 ISKCON of Silicon Valley (ISV), All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you signed up to receive information regarding our events and programs Our mailing address is: ISKCON of Silicon Valley (ISV) 1965 Latham Street Mountain View, Ca

Special Bhajan Night with H.G Vaisesika Prabhu & Other Events @ ISV this week!

WEEKLY UPDATES:  Dec 24 - Dec 31, 2019 View this email in your browser Dear Friends and Patrons Hope this meets you all well and experiencing Lord Krishna's love! "Devotional service benefits all beings in all countries at all times. Those who chant the Lord's glories uplift every living entity on the planet, including beasts, birds, demigods, asuras, and even trees, creepers, and stones."   (Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati Thakur) This week we have: Dec 25, Wednesday:        Special Bhajan Night with H.G Vaisesika Prabhu @ 6:00pm Dec 28, Saturday:         Discourse on "Topdown Consciousness - Part-4" by H.G. Vijay Damodar Das Prabhu @ 7:30am       Dec 26, Sunday:       Sunday Feast Discourse by  H.G. Damodar Vamsidhari Prabhu @ 4:00pm 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. WEDNESDAY, DEC 25 -  SPECIAL BHAJAN NIGHT Please join us to meditate on the beautiful forms of the Deity and chant to your heart's content. Krishna notices chanters even if they don't notice Him - and He thinks of them. When someone chants Lord's name, the Lord's mind dwells on him. Krishna thinks, "This person belongs to Me. I will always protect him!". Chanting the holy names in Kirtan creates deep impressions in the heart and attracts Lord's divine mercy!   6.00pm - 8:00pm: Special Bhajan Night with H.G Vaisesika Prabhu 8:00pm: Sandhya Arotik and Narasimha Prayers followed by Prasadam SATURDAY, DEC 28 -  DISCOURSE ON "TOPDOWN CONSCIOUSNESS - PART-4" Please join us to hear the 4th episode of a series that clarifies why purifying our consciousness is a top-down effort. Each episode is a dialogue between two birds - "Karmi" (jiva-atma) & "Premi" (param-atma) who have lived together from time immemorial in the land of "hrd-dese". Life over life, the former spent its time eating the fruits of karma while latter kept a patient vigil. In the first dialogue - Premi convinced its sakha to adopt a path of surrender. The next dialogue raised aspects about the quality of surrender leading to complete surrender. In the third dialogue - mischievous Karmi enquired if Krishna exhibits vices, since He is sarva-karana-karanam. The interesting dialogue sequence continues .. 7.30am: Discourse on "Topdown Consciousness - Part-4"  by H.G Vijay Damodar Das Prabhu 10:00am: Guru puja followed by Prasadam SUNDAY, DEC 29 - SUNDAY FEAST DISCOURSE We welcome you and your family to join us for Sunday feast program this week filled with bhajans, spiritual discussion, Arthi and delicious feast. 4.00 pm - 5.30 pm - Sunday Feast Discourse by H.G. Damodar Vamsidhari Prabhu @ 4:00pm 5.30 -  6.00 pm - Gaura Aarti, Narasimhadeva Prayers 6.00 pm - Announcements followed by Prasadam 7.30 - 7.45 pm Shayan Aarti Darshan 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 $351 only BHAGAVAD GITA AS IT IS - Chapter A Day (CHAD) "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 Below is the 3 month BG/SB CHAD Plan. Click on the the verses to download the corresponding verses in CHAD format. From To CHAD – BG Chapter To Recite every day CHAD Plus –  SB Verses To Recite every day 21 Dec 2019  19 Jan 2020 Su Chapter 5 1.2.16, 1.2.17, 1.2.18, 1.2.19, 1.2.20, 1.2.21, 1.2.28-29, 1.3.28, 1.3.40, 1.3.43, 1.4.25, 1.5.10, 1.5.11, 1.5.12, 1.5.17, 1.5.18, 1.5.20, 1.5.22, 1.5.38, 1.7.4, 20 Jan 2020 Mo 17 Feb 2020 Mo Chapter 6(verses 1 – 23) 1.7.5, 1.7.6, 1.7.7, 1.7.10, 1.8.18, 1.8.19, 1.8.20, 1.8.21, 1.8.22, 1.8.23, 1.8.24, 1.8.25, 1.8.26, 1.8.27, 1.8.28, 1.8.29, 1.8.30, 1.8.31, 1.8.32, 1.8.33, 18 Feb 2020 Tu   18 Mar 2020 We Chapter 6(verses 24 – 47) 1.8.34, 1.8.35, 1.8.36, 1.8.37, 1.8.38, 1.8.39, 1.8.40, 1.8.41, 1.8.42, 1.8.43, 1.10.4, 1.13.10, 1.13.47, 1.17.38, 1.18.13, 1.19.15, 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 2.1.4, CHAD Tips Register yourself at http://www.readchad.com/join-chad/. Access 4th 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   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). ISV's (New) NAVADWIP PRESCHOOL Navadvip Learning Center, an educational initiative of ISV is offering fun-filled cultural & academic up-bringing of the children.  Pre-School: For 2 to 5 year old kids (Part time & Full time options available).  After School-Program: For 5-11 year old kids (3-6 pm). Pickup service from school available Locations: Sunnyvale & Pleasanton The curriculum is based on California (CA) state standards educational structure as well as the Indian Vedic Culture. A foreign language Sanskrit with structured instructions will also be a part of the curriculum.  For further info,  please visit our facebook page: fb.com/NavadvipLC or  the website www.nineislandsschool.com or  email us at navadviplc@gmail.com call us at 408.746.5306 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 © 2019 ISKCON of Silicon Valley (ISV), All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you signed up to receive information regarding our events and programs Our mailing address is: ISKCON of Silicon Valley (ISV) 1965 Latham Street Mountain View, Ca 94040 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list

Gita Jayanti Celebrations & Other Events @ ISV!

WEEKLY UPDATES:  Dec 2 - Dec 9,, 2019 View this email in your browser Dear Friends and Patrons Hope this meets you all well and experiencing Lord Krishna's love! "Wherever there is Krishna the master of all mystics, and wherever there is Arjuna, the supreme archer, there will also certainly be opulence, victory, extraordinary power, and morality.   (Bhagavad Gita 18.78") This week we have: Dec 4, Wednesday:        Gita Wisdom by H.G. Balimardan Prabhu @ 6:00pm Dec 7, Saturday:       Full Bhagavad Gita Recitation starting from 7:30am followed by Gita Champion prize distribution @ 10:45am Dec 8, Sunday:       Special Sunday Feast Lecture  by  H.G. Anantadev Prabhu @ 4:00pm  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. WEDNESDAY, DEC 2 -  GITA WISDOM  Please join us this Wednesday for an evening of Gita wisdom and Kirtans.  We invite you, your family and friends to take the opportunity to engage in the auspicious hearing of Krishna Katha, ecstatic Bhajans and Kirtans, partake in Krishna Prasadam.  6.00pm - 8:00pm: Gita Wisdom by H.G. Balimardan Prabhu 8:00pm: Sandhya Arotik and Narasimha Prayers followed by Prasadam SATURDAY, DEC 7 - GITA JAYANTI CELEBRATIONS Gita Jayanti is the auspicious day of the advent of Srimad Bhagavad-gita. This is the day on which Lord Krishna imparted the essence of Vedic knowledge to Arjuna over 5000 years ago and enlightened him about the ultimate goal of life. As stated in the Gita-mahatmya, if one properly follows the instructions of Bhagavad-gita, one can be freed from all miseries and anxieties in this life, and one's next life will be spiritual.Please join us and recite the entire english translation of Bhagavad Gita. 7:00 - 7:15am     :Guru Puja  7:15 - 7:30am     :Darshan Arati 7:30 - 10:30am   :Recitation of entire Bhagavad Gita  10:30 - 10:45am :Acknowledging Maha Donors  10:45 - 11:00am :Gita Champion price distribution   SUNDAY, DEC 8 - SUNDAY FEAST LECTURE We welcome you and your family to join us for Sunday feast program this week filled with bhajans, spiritual discussion, Arthi and delicious feast. 4.00 pm - 5.30 pm - Special Sunday Feast Discourse  by  H.G. Anantadev Prabhu 5.30 -  6.00 pm - Gaura Aarti, Narasimhadeva Prayers 6.00 pm - Announcements followed by Prasadam 7.30 - 7.45 pm Shayan Aarti Darshan 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 $351 only BHAGAVAD GITA AS IT IS - Chapter A Day (CHAD) "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 Please recite Bhagavad-Gita Chapter 4(verses 22 – 42) every day 22 Nov to 20 Dec 2019  CHAD Tips Register yourself at http://www.readchad.com/join-chad/. Access 4th 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. Below is the link to download the CHAD Plus SB Verses for 22 Nov to 20 Dec 2019 . We will be sharing the verses from the chosen canto monthly basis. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uqdIYpjjQmmPcwJWJig5mICxrhOaYn3F/view?usp=sharing 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   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). ISV's (New) NAVADWIP PRESCHOOL Navadvip Learning Center, an educational initiative of ISV is offering fun-filled cultural & academic up-bringing of the children.  Pre-School: For 2 to 5 year old kids (Part time & Full time options available).  After School-Program: For 5-11 year old kids (3-6 pm). Pickup service from school available Locations: Sunnyvale & Pleasanton The curriculum is based on California (CA) state standards educational structure as well as the Indian Vedic Culture. A foreign language Sanskrit with structured instructions will also be a part of the curriculum.  For further info,  please visit our facebook page: fb.com/NavadvipLC or  the website www.nineislandsschool.com or  email us at navadviplc@gmail.com call us at 408.746.5306 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 © 2019 ISKCON of Silicon Valley (ISV), All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you signed up to receive information regarding our events and programs Our mailing address is: ISKCON of Silicon Valley (ISV) 1965 Latham Street Mountain View, Ca 94040 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list