Welcome
Welcome to our Temple
Nestled in the sunny hills of Glendale, California, this temple is a branch of Self-Realization Fellowship, the international nonprofit society founded by one of the preeminent spiritual figures of our time — Paramahansa Yogananda.
We warmly invite you to attend our program of inspirational lecture services, meditations, and other activities, and learn more about India’s age-old philosophy of Yoga and its time-honored tradition of meditation, presented in the soul-illumining teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda.
Our Founder
In the hundred years since the birth of Paramahansa Yogananda, this beloved world teacher has come to be recognized as one of the greatest emissaries to the West of India’s ancient wisdom. His life and teachings continue to be a source of light and inspiration to people of all races, cultures and creeds.
To learn about the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda and the world-wide mission of his organization, please visit Yogananda.org.
How to Meditate
You can begin experiencing the peace and communion with the Divine that meditation brings with these basic instructions on how to meditate.
Glendale Temple Announcements
Kirtan with the SRF Monastics, Saturday, January 31
Saturday evening, January 31, the SRF monks’ kirtan group will lead an extended period of meditation and kirtan chanting. Join us for this inspiring and joyful evening.
Young Adult Gathering, Sunday, February 15
One Sunday of each month the Young Adult group has an opportunity for a gathering with the minister following the lecture service. This month the meeting will be held on Sunday, February 15 at 12:30 p.m. in the Small Chapel. More information is available at GlendaleTemple.org/YoungAdults.
Day of Service, Saturday, February 21
On the 3rd Saturday of each month, we host a Day of Service at the temple. This is a time for volunteers to help with cleaning, maintenance, and gardening. We start at 10:00 a.m. with a short meditation, followed by service activities. Another meditation precedes a vegetarian lunch served at 1:00 p.m. No special skills needed – everyone is welcome!
4 Hour Group Meditation with Kirtan, Saturday, February 28
On Saturday morning, February 28, we will hold a 4-hour group meditation beginning at 10:00 a.m. The meditation will include periods of chanting and kirtan and will conclude at 2:00 p.m. Please join us.
Teen Group, Sunday, March 1
The monthly Teen Group class will be Sunday, March 1 at 11:00 a.m. in the Teen Room which is located off the hallway off the West Lobby. This interactive class includes meditation and focuses on spiritual topics pertinent to the lives of teenagers.
Sunday Fellowship, Sunday, March 1
We welcome everyone to join us on the patio outside the Social Hall for a Sunday Fellowship after the service on Sunday, February 22. Refreshments will be served, and you are invited to say hello to someone you don’t know and introduce yourself. Thank you.
Group Meditations at Glendale Temple
Friday Evening Meditations
Friday Meditations 7:00 to 9:00
Energization exercises at 7:00
First Friday ~ Led by Glendale Kirtan Group
3rd Friday ~ Led by a monastic with possible Kirtan
Sunday Evening Meditations
Sunday Meditations 6:30 to 9:30
Energization exercises at 6:30
2nd Sunday ~ Led by Lake Shrine Kirtan Group
Longer Saturday Meditations
As Scheduled
Beginning 10:00 a.m.
India Night 2024
Day of Service
Easter
Thank you for your donations
We deeply appreciate and welcome your support of the Glendale Temple. Your gift enables us to fund the vital services and activities that we offer to our members and larger community, and to maintain our sacred facilities.
“Self-realization is the knowing — in body, mind, and soul — that we are one with the omnipresence of God; that we do not have to pray that it comes to us, that we are not merely near it at all times, but that God’s omnipresence is our omnipresence; that we are just as much a part of Him now as we ever will be. All we have to do is improve our knowing.” ~ Paramahansa Yogananda