Chinmaya Mission Houston - Announcements for Nov 16, 2025
Bala Vihar & Adult Satsanga Sunday, Nov. 16
Satsanga Timings:
8:35 AM – 10:15 AM Satsanga I for adults & Bala Vihar grades Pre-KG to 12
10:30 AM – 11:15 AM Language classes, Bhajana/Orchestra/Slokathon and Adult Chanting
11:20 AM – 1:00 PM Satsanga II for adults & Bala Vihar grades Pre-KG to 10
Food Drive by CMH Student Council Nov. 16 – Dec. 14
Due to the government shutdown and increased pressure on Food Banks, the CMH Student Council will continue the food drive for the Houston Food Bank, for the rest of the year. This is an opportunity to share with the less-privileged.
We kindly request your support in encouraging your children to donate non-perishable vegetarian items. High school volunteers will be accepting food items in the dining hall between 10:20 AM to 11:20 AM on Sundays, November 16th, 23rd, and December 7th, 14th.
INFO SESSION for the YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM 2026
The Youth Empowerment Program (YEP), which is a transformative 5-week journey for youth (ages 18–28) — a blend of Vedanta study, seva, leadership, and joy!
Info Session open to all youth (graduating seniors – age 28), parents & coordinators.
Hear from alumni, get program insights, and join a live Q&A!
Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Time: 8 PM CST
Zoom Link: Sent after registration
Register for the YEP Info Session here: https://forms.gle/JS7TzJm39KrPG7XC8
Learn more about YEP at: chykwest.org/yep
Watch the YEP Trailer.
Round 1 Applications due: Dec 15, 2025
CORD USA Winter Service Visit Dec. 22, 2025 – Jan. 03, 2026
The applications for CORD USA Winter Service Visits 2025 are now open for students!
Where: CORD Sidhbari, India
Dates: December 22, 2025 (Monday) – January 3, 2026 (Saturday)
Registration Fee: $1500
- $250 non-refundable application fee
- $1250 due after application acceptance
Important Guidelines
- Full Program Commitment: All participants must attend the full program — partial participation is not permitted.
- Individual Applications: Each student must submit their own application independently. Applications submitted by a parent or guardian will be disqualified.
- Visa and OCI Requirements: Participants must meet the visa requirements of the Government of India or hold an OCI card.
- Accurate Contact Information: Please ensure all email addresses are correct. We are not responsible for errors in submitted contact details.
- Self-Reliance: Students will spend two weeks in rural India, away from their families, and must be self-reliant in communication and preparation.
- Email Acknowledgment: After submission, an acknowledgment email will be sent. Check your spam/junk folder regularly for updates.
Recommendation Letter:
- Chaperones: A recommendation from your Chinmaya Mission Center coordinator is required.
- Students: A recommendation letter from your current Bala Vihar teacher is required (an email request will be sent automatically).
- Payment & Visit Details: Please read the FAQ and Terms & Conditions carefully before applying. Applications are reviewed by a national team, and all decisions are final.
- Apply here: https://cordusa.org/servicevisit2025/
Chinmaya Amrit Mahotsav Celebration
Chinmaya Mission Houston will celebrate the Chinmaya Amrit Mahotsav marking 75 years of the Chinmaya Movement. This milestone is an auspicious occasion to remember Pujya Gurudeva Swami Chinmayananda, reflect on the depth and reach of His teachings, and honor a legacy that continues to inspire and uplift generations.
As part of these celebrations, we will perform Hanuman Chalisa Havans on Saturday, March 14, 2026. In this sacred yajna, the Hanuman Chalisa will be chanted 108 times to invoke the blessings of Bhagavan Hanuman—for strength, courage, and selfless service. Through the power of collective chanting and sacred fire offerings, these Havans become a profound expression of spiritual dedication, cultural reverence, and universal oneness.
To prepare for this auspicious event, we will begin learning and practicing the chanting of the Hanuman Chalisa. Let us all participate wholeheartedly so that, by March 14, we can chant with devotion, confidence, and unity during the Havan.
Please print a copy of Hanuman Chalisa and bring it with you by clicking on the link here.