Bhakti Events @ ISV this week!

FOUNDER ACHARYA HIS DIVINE GRACE A.C. BHAKTIVEDANTA SWAMI SRILA PRABHUPADA Dear Friends and Patrons, We hope this message meets you all well and experiencing Lord Krishna's love! The following is a quote from Sri Chaitanya Charitamrita, Madhya Lila, 22.153 "In the beginning, one has to render service strictly according to the regulative principles set forth by the revealed scriptures and the spiritual master. By continuously rendering service through the process of vaidhī bhakti, one's natural inclination is gradually awakened. That is called spontaneous attraction. " - (Chaitanya Caritamrita Madhya 22.153)    Program Schedule   We cordially invite you and your family to come and participate in these joyful experiences of hearing, chanting, and dancing in the association of devotees in various Bhakti events at ISV! Wednesday July 5, 2023 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm PST - Online ONLY "Real Independence" Class by H.G Madhava Govinda Prabhu - Join Here (pwd:123456) Saturday July 8, 2023 6:15 am to 7:30 am PT: Japa Circle led by H.G. Vaisesika Prabhu followed by Darshan Arati 8:00 am - 9:30 am PT: Krishna Katha by H.G Vaisesika Prabhu 9:30 am - 9:45 am PT: Short Presentation on Practical Wisdom from Srimad Bhagavatam by Kaisora ISV Youth followed by Guru Puja   Sunday July 9, 2023 3:30 pm PT: Krishna Katha by H.G. Vaisesika Prabhu followed by Sandhya Aarti & Prasadam   Sponsorship Opportunities   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.  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.     General Temple Information   Follow us online! Tune into all live programs through this zoom link using the password 12345. Visit the ISKCON of Silicon Valley Youtube page to access recordings of all previous lectures. Follow us on ISKCON of Silicon Valley Facebook page! Visit us at our temple! 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     CHAPTER A DAY (CHAD) - BHAGAVAD GITA  Recite one chapter of Bhagavad Gita Daily and transform your life! "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   Tips to Practice 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 Visit our website: www.readchad.com Get Inspired by reading more testimonials here. Email us at recite.chad@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook KIRTAN MELLOWS AT YOUR HOME The temple organizes melodious hari kirtan, bhajans, and 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.  Here are some kirtan videos! Here are what hosts have to say about they're experience! Read our FAQ's to learn more about kirtan. To experience the bliss of kirtan/katha, please text/call Govinda Das @ 408-634-4478 or submit your interest here. Vedic Academy for Kids All Ages   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 send an email to vedicacademy108@gmail.com or call 650-248-6297   Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list