Events
Swami Sri Yukteswar Mahasamadhi
March 9, 2021|Recurring Event (See all)
An event every year that begins at 12:00am on of March, repeating indefinitely
Events
Yogananda’s Mahasamadhi Celebration
March 7, 2021|Recurring Event (See all)
An event every year that begins at 12:00am on of March, repeating indefinitely
Join us for “Mission of the Master: Preparing the World for a Higher Age,” a sacred evening of inspiration, music, meditation, recollections, and an opportunity to make a devotional offering. Several disciples will also share personal stories of how their service to Ananda has supported and furthered their journey to Self-realization. A wonderful evening awaits you!
Events
3-Hour Monthly Meditation
February 26, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm|Recurring Event (See all)
An event every month that begins at 6:00pm on day Fourth of the month, repeating indefinitely
One event on March 29, 2019 at 6:00pm
A Longer Group Meditation to Deepen Your Experience
Join us at the Ananda Temple and Teaching Center
This special evening drop-in meditation, on the 4th Friday of the month, is open to all. Join in the powerful dynamic of group meditations in a longer 3-hour meditation.
Make this monthly commitment to take this special opportunity to go deeper into your practices once a month. Bring your gear, or borrow a chair. Come and add your light to the group.
Meditation Schedule
6pm Opening prayer, chanting (15 min.)
6:15pm Meditation (20 min.)
6:35pm Chanting break—good time to enter or leave (10 min.)
6:45pm Meditation (90 min.)
8:15pm Chanting break (15 min.)
8:30pm Meditation (20 min.)
8:50pm Chant & Healing Prayers
Events
3-Hour Monthly Meditation
January 22, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm|Recurring Event (See all)
An event every month that begins at 6:00pm on day Fourth of the month, repeating indefinitely
One event on March 29, 2019 at 6:00pm
A Longer Group Meditation to Deepen Your Experience
Join us at the Ananda Temple and Teaching Center
This special evening drop-in meditation, on the 4th Friday of the month, is open to all. Join in the powerful dynamic of group meditations in a longer 3-hour meditation.
Make this monthly commitment to take this special opportunity to go deeper into your practices once a month. Bring your gear, or borrow a chair. Come and add your light to the group.
Meditation Schedule
6pm Opening prayer, chanting (15 min.)
6:15pm Meditation (20 min.)
6:35pm Chanting break—good time to enter or leave (10 min.)
6:45pm Meditation (90 min.)
8:15pm Chanting break (15 min.)
8:30pm Meditation (20 min.)
8:50pm Chant & Healing Prayers
Events
Christmas Services and Potluck Brunch
December 27, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm|Recurring Event (See all)
An event every year that begins at 9:00am on day fourth of December, repeating indefinitely
Purification at 9 am; Festival of Light Service at 10 am; Brunch at 12 pm
Ananda services are nonsectarian and open to all. We invite you to join us in celebrating and sharing the universal truths taught by Paramhansa Yogananda and expressed by his direct disciple, Swami Kriyananda.
Fire Ceremony
Fire has historically symbolized purification and transformation. All ceremonies are as meaningful and powerful as our faith and sincerity when we participate in them. In this ancient and revered vedic ceremony we light the fire and chant two sacred mantras together, each one repeated seven times. more information
Purification
In this ceremony we offer ourselves to God and ask for help and guidance in areas of challenge. Ask God to help change those traits and behaviors that are obstacles to spiritual growth. Deep, simple and heart opening, the Purification Ceremony can bring profound peace and lasting change to our troubled hearts and lives. A brief period of meditation follows.
The Festival of Light Service
Included in the Festival of Light service are many elements that uplift our consciousness and awaken our highest aspirations.
The Festival of Light is an allegorical story of the soul’s journey away from its home in God and back to union and complete freedom in spirit. At the end of the festival, you are invited to receive a blessing.
After service, join us for a vegetarian potluck brunch held at the Ananda Portland Temple & Teaching Center. Bring your favorite vegetarian dish to share.
