Chinmaya Mission Houston - Announcements for Nov 30, 2025

No Bala Vihar & Adult Satsanga Sunday, Nov. 30

In view of the long Thanksgiving weekend, there will be no Bala Vihar classes and Adult Satsanga on Sunday, Nov. 30.

Family Night Friday, Dec. 05

A Family Fun Night is planned for our Bala Vihar children, which includes the screening of the movie “The Bad Guys” at our own Chinmaya Prabha on Friday, December 5. This exciting event is for all Bala Vihar children. Children in elementary grades must be accompanied by at least one parent.

For more information and to purchase tickets click on the link below.

CMH Movie Night – Chinmaya Mission Houston

Tickets are also available for purchase at the Mission on Sunday, November 23.

We have limited capacity and ticket sales will stop once the limit is reached. This event is restricted to CMH families and their house-guests only.

Food Drive by CMH Student Council Nov. 23 – Dec. 14

The CMH Student Council will continue the food drive for the Houston Food Bank, to accept donations for the holiday season. This is an opportunity to spread our love through giving.

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 23rd, December 7th, and 14th.

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.

CIF Hindu Spiritual Care Program Jan. 2026

The Chinmaya International Foundation (CIF) is offering a Certificate in Hindu Spiritual Care (CHSC) starting from January 17, 2026. For more information and to apply, click on the link – https://chinfo.org/courses/hindu-spiritual-care/