Chinmaya Mission Houston - Announcements for Oct 26, 2025
Bala Vihar & Adult Satsanga Sunday, Oct. 26
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
2026 Gurudaksina Pledges and Dipavali Gift
Thank you to the members who have offered their Gurudaksina pledge. If you have not offered your Gurudaksina pledge, please do it online at the earliest by using the personalized link that was shared in the email on October 3. If you have not received your Gurudaksina email, please write to CMHContributions@chinmayahouston.org or stop by the Contribution Desk.
Families who have offered their Gurudaksina pledge and have not received their Dipavali gift may collect their gift at the Contribution Desk on Sunday.
Chinmaya Amrit Mahotsav Celebration
Chinmaya Mission centers around the world will celebrate the Chinmaya Amrit Mahotsav throughout the year 2026, 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, Chinmaya Mission Houston will host 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 starting this Sunday. 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.
CORD USA Winter Service Visit
We’re delighted to share that applications for the CORD USA Winter Service Visit 2025 are now open for chaperones!
To ensure the best experience for all participants, please review the important details below:
Location: CORD Sidhbari, India
Dates: December 22, 2025 (Monday) – January 3, 2026 (Saturday)
Registration Fee: $1,500
- $250 non-refundable application fee per person
- $1,250 due after application acceptance
Before applying, please read the details carefully, download the FAQ, and review all information using the link below:
https://cordusa.org/programs/service-visits/
Learn to Chant Sri Vishnu Sahasranama and Understanding the Meaning
Join our online Zoom class to learn the chanting and meaning of Sri Vishnu Sahasranama, exploring the glory of Lord Vishnu’s 1000 names starting from Thursday, November 6, 2025.
Reference Text: Vishnu Sahasranama – Thousand ways to the Transcendental, Commentary by Swami Chinmayananda (available at the bookstore)
Timings: Thursdays, 10:30 AM – 11:15AM, on ZOOM (Link will be sent to those who register, one day before the first class)
Conducted by: Rucha Sheth
Registration deadline: Sunday, November 2
CMH Navaratri Garba Photo Link
To view the pictures from our Garba, please click here