Join us for a service day at the Forest Hermitage. Meet at the church parking lot to carpool up at 8 am. Morning snacks, a hearty lunch, and divine satsang are included!! (Plus lots of good karma!) We can use the help of those with all skill levels and physical abilities. Please wear work clothes and bring gloves if you ... Read More
Yogananda often quoted this passage from the Gospel of St. John: “To all those who received Him, to them gave He the power to become the sons of God.” This is true not only of Jesus, but also of all the great masters of this path. Through our loving attunement with those who are awake in God, our own consciousness ... Read More
“The love of God, the love of the Spirit, is an all-consuming love. Once you have experienced it, it shall lead you on and on in the eternal realms..” - Paramhansa Yogananda Join Dharmadas and Nirmala for this inner exploration of Divine Love including yoga, meditation, divine friendship, and time in nature. A delicious vegetarian lunch is included. Vegan and ... Read More
Would you like to have more joy and happiness in your life in 2024? January is a great time to reflect on and envision the year we want to create for ourselves. Join Dr. Michelle in the restorative environment of the Ananda Sacramento Forest Hermitage as we explore Yogananda's teachings on how to be happy all the time and how ... Read More
“Celebrate Christmas upon the altar of the vast inner silence; in the sanctuary of every desire, every living thing in the world, in all the cosmos, celebrate the birth of Christ….” - Paramhansa Yogananda Amidst the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it is often easy to forget about the deeper meaning of this season. Join Michelle as we explore ... Read More
Paramhansa Yogananda recommended developing an attitude of gratitude, which he said was critical for cultivating a positive mindset. He taught that appreciating even the smallest blessings in life opens up the floodgates of joy, contentment, and abundance. Join Suryadas and Chandi for this retreat into the spirit of gratitude. We’ll deepen our gratitude through yoga, meditation, chanting, and spending time ... Read More
Join Chandi for a day of holiday cooking in the beautiful setting of the Forest Hermitage Retreat where you’ll learn to prepare tasty vegetarian entrees, side dishes, and desserts that even meat eaters will love. Whether or not you have any experience in the preparation of vegetarian cuisine you'll enjoy this fun and inspiring exploration into the art of healthy ... Read More
This retreat will feature simple yoga postures and a meditation designed specifically for raising the subtle energies up through the chakras. We will have lunch and some other surprises as well. We hope you'll join us for this wonderfully inspired day of joy and upliftment. We'll meet at 8:30 a.m. at the church parking lot to carpool to the forest ... Read More
Join Dharmadas and Nirmala for this journey into the silence of the soul. Paramhansa Yogananda often said, "Silence is the altar of spirit. " It is in silence that we discover the presence of God that is ever within and all around us. Let us come together to experience this silence in the beautiful setting of the Forest Hermitage. We'll ... Read More
Join us for this uplifting and fun-filled family camp adventure led by Lisa, Carlos, Chandi, and Suryadas. We’ll have a campfire with chanting and marshmallow roasting, sharing nature activities, and lots of healthy, joy-filled outdoor activities. On Sunday morning, we will have an Ananda Family Sunday Service. This will be an abbreviated, child-oriented outdoor service for the whole family. We’ll ... Read More
Join us on Saturday, August 12th for a night at The Ananda Forest Hermitage to observe the Perseid Meteor Shower. The Perseid meteor shower is perhaps the most popular meteor shower of the year, peaking between Aug. 11-12 this year. This overnight retreat also includes two vegetarian meals (Sat dinner and Sunday brunch), morning sadhana, taking a walk on the ... Read More
Nayaswami Chandi and psychotherapist Elaine Duncan MA, LMHC are offering this Women's Retreat, to give women a day of nurturing, rest, and deep communion with Divine Mother. Treat yourself to a day away from the city and all your responsibilities to bask in self-care, the nurturing of loving, caring women, and to take care of your body and soul. You ... Read More
Join your Ananda friends for this Traditional high tea experience with Shakespearean music and elegant savories and sweets. Saturday, June 3 “Midsummer Night’s Dream” High Tea at the Forest Hermitage. 4 PM to 530 or 6 PM. Meet at the church at 3 PM to carpool or caravan up to the Hermitage. There will be live music from our Ananda ... Read More
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION MAY 24 (So we can purchase appropriate quantities of food) Whether or not you are new to vegetarian cuisine, you'll find this retreat to be a fun and inspiring exploration into the art of healthy plant-based cooking. Chandi will share the practical techniques that are needed to create quick, simple, and delicious vegetarian meals, using ingredients easily ... Read More
Join Nayaswamis Dharmadas and Nirmala for this day of retreat that celebrates and honors our Divine Mother. Enjoy a day in the peaceful atmosphere of the Forest Hermitage. In the quiet of nature, focus on deepening your meditation practice through yoga, chanting, and meditation. We'll meet at the temple parking lot at 8:30 am to carpool up to the Forest ... Read More
