1. Satsanga Timings Sunday November 20, 2011



8:35 AM – 10:15 AM



Satsanga I for adults, Bala Vihar grades PreK-12



10:15 AM – 11:00 AM



Language, Bhajana classes for children in Session I
Chanting, Spanish classes for adults
Satsanga for CHYKs in the 10th Grade Class



11:20 AM –   1:00 PM



Satsanga II for adults, Bala Vihar grades PreK-11


1:30 PM –   2:15 PM



Language, Language, Slokathon/Orchestra classes for children in Session II   

2. NO SATSANGA for Thanksgiving Weekend – Sunday November 27, 2011

There will be no Satsanga on Sunday November 27 due to the long Thanksgiving weekend.

3. SEVA OPPORTUNITY

A long time Mission member is scheduled to go in for surgery on Monday November 21st. The Rehab period could be anywhere from six to eight weeks after the surgery. He lives in the Katy Area. Here is an opportunity to extend a helping hand so the family can wade through this trying time with the love, care and support of our extended CMH family.

If you would like to participate in this seva, please give your name and phone number to the Welcome Desk on Sunday or call Bharati Sutaria at 281-933-0233.

4. CHYKSgiving – A Thanksgiving Dinner for Youth –  7:00 PM Nov. 24, 2011

It is the start of another holiday season! In the autumn spirit, Chinmaya Yuva Kendra (CHYK) Houston invites you to the 2nd annual CHYKS-giving.

CHYKS and JCHYKS (high school students) are invited to a relaxing evening with Acharya Vivekji, with great food and company – the more the merrier!

There will be a nominal cost of $10, and advance purchase and registration is required.  The last day for registration is Sunday, November 20th, 2011.  If you are from out of town and require hotel accommodations for Thanksgiving night please send your request to chykhouston@gmail.com.

Registration open at http://www.chykhouston.com/

We hope to see you, as we celebrate the grace and blessings, that flow through us, to the world around us!

For more details, please contact:

5. CHYK Camp in Houston – “The Game of Life” –  November 25 to 27, 2011

We will be having our annual CHYK Retreat this Thanksgiving weekend from November 25th to 27th, 2011. The theme of the camp is “The Game of Life” conducted by Acarya Vivekji from Chinmaya Mission Niagara Falls. There will be activities such as discussions, a creative writing workshop, “Vedanta in movies and music” workshop, and much more!

Young Professionals, college students, and Chinmaya Bala Vihar High School Seniors are invited to attend the retreat. Seniors are invited to attend the retreat. The final day for late registration is on Sunday, November 20th, 2011 at the rate of $150.

Registration, Retreat Promo Video and more information can be found at www.chykhouston.com.

6. Sri Saumyakasi Sivalaya

Temple timing:

Monday to Friday 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon



5:00 PM – 8:00 PM


Saturday and Sunday           
8:30 AM – 2:00 PM



5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Puja Schedule:

Everyday  Arati 12:00 Noon & 7:30 PM         


Every Monday  Rudrabhisekam  7:00 PM


Every Pradosa day Rudrabhisekam 7:00 PM


Every Saturday Sri Sivasahasranama Puja           9:00 AM


Every Caturthi day Ganesa Puja 6:30 PM


Every Purnima day Sri Satyanarayana Puja 6:30 PM