Chinmaya Mission Houston - Announcements for March 23, 2025
Bala Vihar & Adult Satsanga Sunday, Mar 23, 2025
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 & Adult Chanting classes have been replaced with Gita Chanting classes until April 20th.
11:20 AM – 1:00 PM Satsanga II for adults & Bala Vihar grades Pre-KG to 10
Lock-In for Bala Vihar Grades 5th to 8th Grade Friday, Mar. 28
The Student Council is holding its annual Lock-In for Bala Vihar children for 5th to 8th Grade. This is an overnight social filled with games and entertainment for our children and is a much awaited event. Sunday, March 23 is the last Sunday to purchase your tickets at the mission. Spots are limited! The student council will be at the desk in the dining area on Sunday to assist you with your registration and questions.
From: Friday, March 28th at 7:00 PM (Drop off)
To: Saturday, March 29th at 8:00 AM (Pick up)
Adult supervision is required for every lock-in held at the mission. We request interested parents to sign up as volunteers when they register.
Register at https://bit.ly/CMH5th8th2025
For further details please click here
Holi pictures
Enjoy the Holi pictures by clicking on the link below. This link will be available for two weeks.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/19Pro1aAq-WL2XgPhs9xZRg30hxQOESBx?usp=sharing
Transformation Through Empowerment
Chinmaya Mission’s first ever Impact Report (including an Executive Summary), is available at the link given here:
share.chinmayamission.com/docs/Transformation-through-empowerment.pdf
Pujya Swami Swaroopanandaji’s message regarding this report: “This is more than just a report; it is a celebration of love in action, reflecting how Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda’s vision of service to society continues to touch and transform countless lives. Chinmaya Mission’s work of dissemination of Knowledge is well known and does not form part of this Impact Report. The report rather highlights how education, healthcare, environmental care and community upliftment complement our grassroots work to be a source of hope, strength and solace for so many. May this report inspire us to continue our journey of selfless service, making a difference to our lives and the lives of those around us.”
CORD USA Summer Service Visit 2025! Chaperones can APPLY NOW!
We’re excited to announce that applications for CORD USA Summer Service Visits 2025 are now open for Chaperones! To ensure the best experience for everyone involved, please take note of the following important information:
Details of the visit:
Where: CORD Siruvani, India
Dates: July 27, 2025 (Sunday) to August 9, 2025 (Saturday)
Registration Fee: $1500
– $250 non-refundable fee per person for application registration
– $1250 after the application is accepted.
Chaperone Selection: Once the chaperones are selected, the relevant information will be communicated to them.
Full Program Commitment: Chaperones and students must commit to being present for the entire duration of the program. It is not possible to attend only a part of the service visit.
Individual Applications: Each student is required to fill out their own application independently. Applications will be disqualified if submitted by a parent or guardian.
Visa and OCI Requirements: To participate in these Service Visits, you must meet the visa requirements by the regulations of the Government of India or possess an OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) card.
Accurate Contact Information: Please ensure that you type all email addresses accurately during the application process. We cannot be held responsible for any typos in your application.
Self-Reliance During the Program: Students will be spending two weeks in rural India, away from their families. We require them to be self-reliant and use their own email and cell phones for preparatory meetings and communication.
Email Acknowledgment: Once your application is submitted, you will receive an email acknowledgment. Further information and updates will be communicated via email. Please remember to check your spam folder as well.
Recommendation Letter: As a chaperone, we require a recommendation from your Chinmaya Mission Center coordinator. As a student participant, we require a recommendation letter from your current Bala Vihar teacher. An email will be automatically sent to her/him once you apply.
Payment and Visit Details: Detailed payment and visit information can be found in the FAQ document. It is essential to download, read, and accept the terms and conditions before applying. Applications are evaluated by a National team and their decisions are final.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We look forward to receiving your applications and sharing this meaningful service experience with you!
Apply here – https://cordusa.org/servicevisit2025/
All the best!
Subha Varma Pathial
CORDUSA Inc.
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(866) 580-5508
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