Insightful Yajna on Maha Mrtyunjaya Mantra by Swami Swaroopananda
HOUSTON: The uplifting vibrations of the Maha Mrtyunjaya Mantra and its inspiring significance filled the Chinmaya Smriti hall, spread into the Saraswati Nilayam, and permeated the premises of Chinmaya Prabha. From August 19th to 23rd, when Swami Swaroopanandaji, the global head of Chinmaya Mission, elaborated on the potent Maha Mrtyunjaya Mantra, the audience gathered in […]
Meenakshi Temple Hosts Donor Appreciation
PEARLAND: On August 20, Sri Meenakshi Temple Society (MTS) celebrated its Annual Donor Appreciation Banquet at the temple Kalyana Mandapam, in Pearland. This Gala was to recognize, appreciate, and thank all the donors of the “Go Green Solar and Security Enhancement & Beautification Project”. The GGS-SEB project undertaken by the MTS Board is four-fold. It […]
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar inspires a packed Wortham Theater to create a stress-free and violence-free society
HOUSTON: On Tuesday, August 1st, 2023, Global humanitarian and spiritual leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of the Art of Living Foundation (AOLF), interacted with local communities in and around the City of Houston. The event titled “Sixth Sense” was held at the Wortham Theater Center, as part of Gurudev’s 30 city US tour […]
Maha Mrtyunjaya Mantra at Chinmaya Mission, Houston — – An Immersive Discourse Series by Swami Swaroopananda
By Ujwala Bhat Chinmaya Mission Houston is honored to host an immersive five-day discourse on Maha Mrtyunjaya Mantra, a universal prayer chanted for the spiritual and material prosperity of all, by Mukhya Swami Swaroopananda. Chinmaya Mission Houston is especially pleased to welcome Swamiji back after a long hiatus. Houstonians who attended his discourses during his […]
NextGen Hindu Youth Leadership Convention Empowers Sanatani Youth for a Bright Future
By Varsha Vasu PEARLAND, Texas: In a historic event that gathered approximately 400 attendees o ages 17 & above, the inaugural NextGen Hindu Youth Leadership Convention took place at Sri Meenakshi Temple (MTS). Enthusiastic participants, particularly youth, drove and flew in from cities across Texas and the US to take part. The convention, co-sponsored by Hindus […]
“Why Meditation?” — Anandmurti Gurumaa Provides Guidance
A gyani (enlightened being) knows his true, ever-blissful ‘Self’. Thus, although he performs all actions, he is not dependent on the world for anything. He is blissfully content in his own ‘Self’. And only such a being can be the non-doer of actions and thus the non-bearer of its consequences. He is ever content with […]
75 Days of Hope: BAPS Hosts Blood Drive in NJ
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ: BAPS Charities, in collaboration with local hospitals and organizations, proudly announces the commencement of a blood donation drive at the BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham in Robbinsville, New Jersey. This extraordinary event will last for over ten weeks, making it one of the largest blood drives in the state. With an ambitious target of collecting […]
Swami Mukundananda Lecture Series: Aug 5-18
HOUSTON: Swami Mukundananda, a world-renowned teacher of Spirituality, Yoga & Meditation, will conduct two different programs from August 5 (Sat.) – August 18 (Fri.) in Houston. Swami Mukundananda received his degrees in Engineering and Management from two world famous institutes in India- Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) and Indian Institute of Management (IIM) respectively. However, the call of God […]
Counselors Meet for 39th Hindu Heritage Youth Camp (HHYC)
By Maya Harpavat and Aesha Shah HOUSTON: In the few weeks before school starts, campers and counselors look forward to a special week in the summer. It’s a week packed with games, camp friendship reunions, and learning more about Hindu culture. For some, it is their first time coming to camp, and for […]
BAPS Launches ‘Festival of Inspirations’: A grand celebration of art, culture, and spirituality in Robbinsville, New Jersey
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ: BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha (B.A.P.S) commenced the Festival of Inspirations in Robbinsville, NJ, in the auspicious presence of His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj, the spiritual leader of BAPS, and David Fried, the Mayor of Robbinsville, NJ on July 16, 2023. The festival is a vibrant celebration that exalts the rich tapestry of diversity, art, […]
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar to Visit Houston with Public Event at Wortham Center
HOUSTON: Global humanitarian and spiritual leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of the Art of Living Foundation (AOLF), brings the “Sixth Sense” public event to Houston on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at the Wortham Theater Center. The event, presented by the Art of Living Foundation – Houston, features an […]
Successful MANTRAH Global Hindu Convention 2023 in Houston: “Embracing Cultural Heritage and Fostering Community”
By Rajesh Gopinath HOUSTON: The recently concluded Sudarshanam-2023 Global Hindu Convention, organized by the Houston Malayalee Association of North American Hindus, left a lasting impact on participants and attendees. Held at the prestigious Royal Sonesta Hotel, the event brought together a diverse array of guests, including revered figures like Swami Satchidananda, Shashikala Teacher, Swami Mukthananda […]
Swami Mukundananda Lecture Series, Aug 5th to 18th, 2023
HOUSTON: Swami Mukundananda ji, a world-renowned teacher of Spirituality, Yoga & Meditation, will conduct two different programs from August 5 – August 18 in Houston. The first week-long program is a Life Transformation Program (LTP). Swamiji will delve into the topic of Golden Rules for Living Your Best Life at India House, from August 5 to August 11. In the […]
Sri MTS to Host NextGen Hindu Youth Leadership Convention
By Haripriya Sundaramurthy PEARLAND: The first, inaugural NextGen Hindu Youth Leadership Convention, hosted and sponsored by the Sri Meenakshi Temple Society, Hindus of Greater Houston, and the Hindu Temple of The Woodlands, will ignite the potential of Hindu youth through a full-day event featuring esteemed speakers, engaging panels, and valuable networking opportunities. This free convention, […]
Gayatri Pariwar of Katy to Celebrate 8th Anniversary
KATY: The Gayatri Pariwar in Katy, Texas, USA, recently celebrated Gayatri Jayanti. The celebration also marks the day the founder of Gayatri Pariwar, Pandit Sriram Sharma Acharya, left his physical body. Gayatri Pariwar is looking forward to celebrating the 8th anniversary coming up on Sunday, June 10th. The organization is gearing up to welcome hundreds […]
Divine Message and Srimad Bhagwad Gita Classes
HOUSTON: God has declared in the Shrimad Bhagwad Gita that whenever there is a degradation of religions in the world, i.e., a decline of righteousness, and a rise of unrighteousness, I come in this world to punish the wicked ones and protect the good ones. So, think, hasn’t the condition of the world deteriorated to […]
Kashmiri Biradari Celebrates Jyestha Ashtami
HOUSTON: Jyeshtha Ashtami commonly known as ‘Zyetha Aettham ‘ in Kashmiri is a festival of Mata Ragnya Bhagwati held every year in Kashmir at KHEER BHAWANI Temple, Tulmula. This auspicious day falls on the eight day of bright half ( waxing fortnight ) of Jyeshtha month of Hindu Soli-lunar calendar. The historic shrine of Goddess […]
Fort Bend Interfaith Council Hosts Dinner & Dialogue
SUGAR LAND: Over 100 representatives from 13 Fort Bend faith communities came together last week for the annual Interfaith Dinner and Dialogue. Sponsored by the Fort Bend Interfaith Council, the dinner is a chance for people of all different faiths to break bread together and learn something about each other’s religions. “It was fascinating to […]
Chinmaya Mission Houston Celebrates its Balavihar Class of 2023
By Ujwala Bhat HOUSTON: On May 20, Chinmaya Mission Houston was a proud witness to a beautiful graduation ceremony for the outgoing Class of 2023. At the beginning of the ceremony, the students took part in the pooja at Saumyakasi Sivalaya led by the priest Sri Ganeshji. After invoking the blessings of the almighty in […]
A Memorable Gita Chanting Competition in Chinmaya Prabha Houston
By Oindrila Rimi Bhawal and Shalini Rao Photos by Bharath Rao and Ashutosh Kak HOUSTON: Children and adults of Chinmaya Mission Houston (CMH) came together on the weekend of May 6-7th, 2023, offering the children’s Gita Chanting Competition (GCC) as birthday gift to beloved Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda on His 107th birth anniversary on May 8th […]
