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
Picnic on the Patio, Sunday, October 11
Following the Sunday service on October 11 we will host a potluck Picnic on the Patio, with games and activities and a vegetarian potluck meal.
If your last name begins with: A ~ M please bring a main dish, N ~ Z please bring a salad.
Deserts and beverages will be provided.
Day of Service, Saturday, October 17
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. A vegetarian lunch will be served at 1:00 p.m. No special skills are needed – everyone is welcome.
Young Adult Gathering, Sunday, October 18
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, October 18 at 12:30 p.m. in the Small Chapel. More information is available at GlendaleTemple.org/YoungAdults.
4 Hour Group Meditation, Saturday, October 24
On Saturday morning, October 24, we will hold a 4-hour group meditation beginning at 10:00 a.m. The meditation will include periods of chanting and will conclude at 2:00 p.m. Please join us.
Sunday Fellowship, Sunday, October 25
Following the service, everyone is welcome to join us in the Social Hall for our Sunday Fellowship for refreshments and conversation.
Kriya Initiation Ceremony, Saturday, November 7
A Kriya Initiation Ceremony will be held at Glendale Temple on Saturday, November 7. Doors open at 4:00 p.m. and the ceremony begins at 5:00 p.m. Please arrive early and be prepared to show your Kriyaban card in paper or digital form. It is customary to bring offerings of a fruit, a flower, and a donation. Please register
Group Meditations at Glendale Temple
Friday Evening Meditations
Friday Meditations 7:00 to 9:00
Energization exercises at 7:00
Sunday Evening Meditations
Sunday Meditations 6:30 to 9:30
Energization exercises at 6:30
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