New Member’s Orientation on Sunday March 29 at 10.35 AM
An orientation session for new members/members who have never attended an orientation presentation will be held in the 12th grade classroom on March 29 at 10:35 AM.
Ramanavami Celebrations at Sri Saumyakasi Sivalaya – April 3, 2009
Please join us with your family and friends for Sri Ramanavami celebrations at Sri Saumyakasi Sivalaya on Friday April 3, 2009.
Sri Rama-raksa Stotra puja will be performed on this occassion. Rama-raksa Stotra is a devotional hymn in praise of the glory of Lord Sri Rama. Chanting of this stotra is said to boost the intelligence by sharpening the memory (smarana sakti), concentration (ekagrata), and self-confidence (atma visvasa).
Temple schedule for Ramanavami Day (April 3, 2009) is as follows:
Morning – Temple open from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM
- Rama-raksa Stotra Puja: 11:30 AM
- Arati: 12:00 Noon
Evening – Temple open from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Rama-raksa Stotra Puja: 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM
- Arati: 7:30 PM and 8:30 PM
For devotees visiting the temple at other times during the day, Sri Rama Astottara-sata-nama Arcana will be performed on request.
Puja offerings of $21 for Rama Raksha Stotra can be made at the contribution desk or information desk at the temple. You do not have to bring any puja material.
Lock-In for Grades KG-4 on Friday April 10, 2009 – 7 PM
CMH youth is organizing a lock-in for grades KG through 4 on Friday April 10, 2009.
Registration for this event is limited to the first 101 children only (due to capacity limits) and will be open on March 29 and April 5 after both sessions. The fee for this event is $12 per participating child. A registration desk will be set up next to the book store. You may download the registration form (click here), print and complete the form, sign the permission slip, and bring it with the applicable fee to the registration desk.
2009 Gita Chanting Competition – May 9, 2009
We will have Gita Chanting competition for Bala Vihar children on occasion of Pujya Gurudeva’s Janma Jayanti on May 9, 2009.
For all information regarding Gita Chanting Competition, please go to our website at https://www.chinmayahouston.org/gcc2009
For registration, print registration form and bring it to Gita Chanting Competition Registration Desk.
Sunday, March 29 is the last day for registration.
All the required material for Gita Chanting competition is posted on the website which you can download/print.
Classes for Gita chanting competition will start from Sunday Feb 8, 2009.
Session I : 8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
Session II: 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
Pujya Gurudeva’s Janma Jayanti Celebration : Family Fun Fair Day – May 10, 2009
As you are aware all of us, Bala Vihar children and parents have a homework assignment: “What idea or concept from our scriptures has touched you the most?” Convey your message on a poster board by writing an essay, a poem, or drawing. This will be your tribute to Pujya Gurudeva. We are sure everyone is working on the assigned homework. If completed, please turn in your work to the team in the dining area. If you have not started yet, this is your reminder. If you need help with ideas, please consult the team in the dining area.