Chinmaya Mission Houston - Announcements for May 25, 2025

CMH Summer Break May 19 – Sep. 6

Our new Bala Vihar year begins on Sunday, September 7, 2025. The last day of Bala Vihar for the academic year 2024-2025 was Sunday, May 18. CMH will remain closed May 19th – Sep. 6th for summer break.

Links to Rudite Emir’s Q & A Sessions May 18

We had the good fortune of meeting and listening to one of Gurudev’s ardent disciples, Mrs. Rudite Emir, on Sunday, May 18th during both sessions. Several members have requested to revisit the Q&A sessions, hence we are sharing the YouTube links below:

Session-1   https://youtu.be/XYULYIts04w

Session-2   https://youtu.be/CuLkCAu1L9g 

Bala Vihar Re-enrollment for 2025-26 – Deadline Approaching!  May 31 

Reminder emails have been sent on Thursday, May 22, to Bala Vihar families who still need to complete their Bala Vihar re-enrollment. If you receive an email, please take action immediately! The deadline to respond is Saturday, May 31. After this date, the system will be frozen, and no further updates can be processed.

Didn’t get a reminder email? Great news! That means you’ve already responded, and no further action is required from you.

Final re-enrollment confirmations will be sent out by August.

Please verify your individual forms, and make the necessary edits to ensure that the following information is correct:

• The Bala Vihar Grade your child will be attending in September 2025
• Session you would like to attend for the year 2025-2026
• Enter proper selection for the extra class option – only one extra class can be selected.
• Please check all the pre-filled information and make changes where required.

Summer Satsanga Events with Vivekji (Chinmaya Mission Niagara)

We are excited to welcome Sri Vivekji from Chinmaya Mission Niagara for a week of spiritual learning and inspiration this summer at CMH!

JCHYK Day Camp for current 8th to 12th grade students

• Dates: Monday, June 23 – Friday, June 27
• Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Topic: Loving What You Do — based on Sri Ramana Maharshi’s Upadesa Sara (Verses 1–10)
• Early Bird Special: $100 per participant
• Early Bird Deadline: April 20, 2025
• Registration: https://chykhouston.wufoo.com/forms/houston-junior-chyk-camp-2025-loving-what-you-do/

Evening Satsanga for Adults & CHYKs

• Dates: Monday, June 23 – Thursday, June 26
• Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
• Topic: From Confusion to Confidence — based on Sri Narada Bhakti Sutras (Verses 46–50)

More details will be available at the Summer Camp Information Desk in the dining area.

Chinmaya Mission West

National Junior CHYK Retreat for High School       Jul. 01 – Jul. 05

Get ready for an unforgettable spiritual adventure at Chinmaya Mangalam, our beautiful 143-acre ashram retreat center in Barry, Texas!  

The National Junior CHYK Retreat (NJCR) is designed for teens and recent high school graduates who are seeking meaningful connections, personal growth, and a deeper understanding of themselves. Through creative workshops, inspiring classes, bonding activities, and team-building challenges, participants will gain tools to navigate both high school and the transition to college with confidence and clarity. 

Highlights Include:

• Inspiring satsangs and workshops on stress, fear, and self-growth
• Sports, talent show, and creative team-building
• Connection with like-minded teens from across the country

Who can Attend:   Grades 8–12 (graduating between 2025 and 2029), including 2025 graduates and incoming high school freshmen.

Retreat Dates: 4:00 PM Tuesday, July 1 to 12:00 PM Saturday, July 5, 2025 

Venue: Chinmaya Mangalam in Barry, TX

Cost:   TBA   (Room and Board included)

Transportation: We are organizing an optional carpool for our members.

More details will be available at the Summer Camp Information Desk in the dining area.

Interested?

Please fill out the interest form to receive camp information and updates: 

https://chykhouston.wufoo.com/forms/national-junior-chyk-camp-2025-interest-form/

Note: Filling out the interest form does not commit you to registration. It simply ensures you stay informed when registration becomes available  

Email questions to cmhstudentcouncil@gmail.com