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Tuesday, May 12, 2020

ISV Online Programs with H.G. Vaisesika Prabhu!

WEEKLY UPDATES  May 12 - May 19, 2020
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Dear Friends and Patrons

"To chant the holy name and dance in ecstasy is so easy and sublime that one can achieve all the benefits of spiritual life simply by following this process." - Srimad Bhagavatam 6.2.11,Srila Prabhupada.

Due to new guidelines from the County Health Department and an abundance of caution for our communityISV temple is currently closed until further notice. 

ISV ONLINE PROGRAMS 

Below is the online program schedule for this week:-

May 13, Wednesday:
      Online Krishna Katha by H.G.Vaisesika Prabhu from 7:00pm to 8:30pm PDT

May 16,  Saturday:
       1.  Online Japa Circle led by H.G.Vaisesika Prabhu from 7:00am to 8:00am PDT
       2. Online Srimad-Bhagavatam Discourse by H.G.Vaisesika Prabhu 8:15 to 9:45am PDT

May 17, Sunday:
       1.  Online Sunday Feast Discourse by  H.G. Vaisesika Prabhu from 5:00pm to 6:15pm PDT

       2. Online Youth Jam lead by  H.G. Vaisesika Prabhu from 6:30pm  to 7:30pm PDT
   
   (ISV Youth Jam is broadcasted on facebook.com/FanTheSpark ONLY)
    

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

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

CHAD Tips
  • Register yourself at http://www.readchad.com/join-chad/.
  • 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

 

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


 

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Monday, May 4, 2020

Online Narasimha Chaturdasi Celebration & Other Programs with H.G. Vaisesika Prabhu @ ISV!

WEEKLY UPDATES May 4 - 12, 2020
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Dear Friends and Patrons

Nothing is impossible for the Lord and therefore nothing is impossible for the one who takes shelter in the dust of the lotus feet of the Lord!

Due to new guidelines from the County Health Department and an abundance of caution for our communityISV temple is currently closed until further notice. 

WEDNESDAY, MAY 6 - ONLINE NARASIMHA CHATURDASI CELEBRATION WITH
H.G. VAISESIKA PRABHU @ ISV!

Narasimha Chaturdasi, is the appearance day or birthday of Lord Narasimha, the half-Lion and half-man incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The Narasimha Chaturdasi festival is of great significance to all Vaishnavas and is observed by fasting till the dusk. Lord Narasimha Deva removes the obstacles in the path of devotional service. Devotees who pray to Him are always protected from all kinds of calamities.

On Narasimha Chaturdashi, ISV will unanimously offer a  sincere garland of prayers unto the lotus feet of Lord Narasimha. To participate, please fill out this simple form with your prayer and it will be duly read to the Lord on this most auspicious day!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd_gt6-eqkknfzGQt8MLllYVgDDhoYKNtDkW3Q3VFVIA3I_Fg/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1

"Even though Lord Narasimha is terrifying toward the sinful souls, He offers great auspiciousness unto the devotees of Lord Krishna headed by Prahlada Maharaja. When will He be pleased to speak words of compassion unto me, a worthless fool, and thereby make me fearless? "  (Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura, – "Sri Navadvipa Bhava Taranga")

Join us ONLINE with family and friends for a nectarean discourse on the pastimes of Lord Narasimhadeva & ecstatic kirtan on this auspicious day. 

The schedule is as follows:

Morning Program (ONLINE ONLY)

7:00am Srimad Bhagavatam reading by His Grace Navina Nirada Prabhu 

Evening Program (ONLINE ONLY)
5:00pm Bhajans & Glories of Lord Narasimha Dev by H. G Vaisesika Prabhu
6:50pm Abhishek 
7:00pm Narasimha Yagna for ISV & World Communities 
7:45pm Offering of MSF results
8:00pm Arotik
8:30pm Acknowledgements ( Sunset/Dusk Time is 8:32pm)
   
Tune in online:
zoom.us/j/3784125172  (Password 123456)
facebook.com/FanTheSpark
iskconsiliconvalley.com
youtube.com/user/iskconsiliconvalley
facebook.com/iskconsv/

WEEKEND ISV ONLINE PROGRAMS 

Below is the online program schedule for this weekend:-

May 9, Saturday:
       1.  Online Japa Circle led by H.G.Vaisesika Prabhu from 7:00am to 8:00am PDT
       2. Online Srimad-Bhagavatam Discourse by H.G.Vaisesika Prabhu 8:00am to 9:30am PDT

May 10, Sunday:
       1.  Online Mother's Day Celebrations from 11:30am to 1:30pm PDT
       2.  Online Sunday Feast Discourse by  H.G. Vaisesika Prabhu from 5:00pm to 6:15pm PDT

       3. Online Youth Jam lead by  H.G. Vaisesika Prabhu from 6:30pm  to 7:30pm PDT
   
   (ISV Youth Jam is broadcasted on facebook.com/FanTheSpark ONLY)
    

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

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

From To CHAD – BG Chapter To Recite every day CHAD Plus –  SB Verses To Recite every day
18 Apr 2020 16 May 2020 Chapter 8
2.10.6, 3.2.23, 3.5.11, 3.5.13, 3.5.41, 3.5.42, 3.5.46, 3.9.5, 3.9.11, 3.15.25, 3.15.43, 3.23.56, 3.25.20, 3.25.21, 3.25.23, 3.25.25, 3.25.34, 3.29.13, 3.31.1

CHAD Tips
  • Register yourself at http://www.readchad.com/join-chad/.
  • 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

 

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


 

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