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

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