July 2010 Newsletter - Sri Siva Vishnu Temple
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<strong>Sri</strong> <strong>Siva</strong> <strong>Vishnu</strong> <strong>Temple</strong><br />
6905 Cipriano Road, Lanham MD 20706<br />
Tel: 301-552-3335 Fax: 301-552-1204<br />
E-Mail:ssvt@ssvt.org Web Site:http://www.ssvt.org<br />
<strong>Newsletter</strong>, Vol 19, No. 7 <strong>July</strong> <strong>2010</strong><br />
Grand 12-Day Samvatsara Mahotsavam Celebration<br />
(Thursday, June 24 - Monday, <strong>July</strong> 5, <strong>2010</strong>)<br />
Our <strong>Temple</strong> will be celebrating the 12-day Samvatsara Mahotsavam<br />
in a grand manner this year from Thursday, June 24 to Monday, <strong>July</strong> 5<br />
under the leadership of <strong>Sri</strong> Shanmukha <strong>Siva</strong>charya (Asthana <strong>Siva</strong>charya<br />
of our temple) and a Vaishnava Acharya. The celebration will include,<br />
besides Homams and special aradhanas for all deities, a 11-day<br />
lecture (in the evening) by the <strong>Siva</strong>charya on the worship of various<br />
aspects of Devi along with 2 Lecture/Question Answer sessions for<br />
Young Adults.<br />
Daily Program<br />
5:00-7:00 pm - Veda Parayanam & Devi Mahathmya Parayanam,<br />
Astra Homa (Both Saiva and Vaishnava Astras) (Daily from Thursday,<br />
June 24 till Sunday, <strong>July</strong> 4, <strong>2010</strong>)<br />
7:15-9.15 pm – Analysis of Commentaries on Devi<br />
Mahathmyam (Daily from Thursday, June 24 till<br />
Sunday, <strong>July</strong> 4, <strong>2010</strong>) by <strong>Sri</strong> Shanmukha <strong>Siva</strong>charya<br />
Thursday, <strong>July</strong> 1, <strong>2010</strong><br />
9:00 am to 12:30 pm - Vighneshwara Pooja, Punyahavachana, Tattwa<br />
Homam and Pancha Vimsati Tattwa Kalasabhishekam to Lord<br />
Krishna. Abhishekam to Goddess Andal with Tiruppavai Parayanam.<br />
Vishesha Namavalis,Sahasranama Archana to Lord Krishna<br />
and Goddess Andal, Deeparadhana, Prasadam distribution<br />
Guru DhyanopadeshaH<br />
A Benedictory Lecture by<br />
Parama Pujya Swami Dayananda Saraswathi<br />
Sunday, September 12, <strong>2010</strong><br />
On Sunday September 12th, the <strong>Temple</strong> is organizing a special<br />
puja dedicated to seek the grace of our Deities for the academic<br />
success and all-round well being of our children and young<br />
adults. This puja will be a culmination of a special Japam (repetition<br />
of a potent mantra) that will be collectively chanted by<br />
all our priests 100,000 (one Lakh) times. On that day there will<br />
also be a puja performed by children as a part of Ganesh Chaturthi<br />
celebration. After the puja, Parama Pujya<br />
Swami Dayananda Saraswathi will give a<br />
special benedictory lecture blessing all<br />
the children and young adults. This year<br />
marks Swamiji’s 80th birthday and our<br />
children and young adults will indeed<br />
be fortunate to receive his blessings<br />
during his special visit to our temple.<br />
Details of the function will be<br />
posted and updated on the temple<br />
website (www.ssvt.org) and also<br />
in the upcoming issues of the<br />
newsletters.<br />
“Abheda Darshanam Jnanam” - Experience of Oneness is True Wisdom<br />
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Friday, <strong>July</strong> 2, <strong>2010</strong><br />
9:00 am to 1:00 pm - Suprabhatam, Anugnay,Vishwaksena Aaradhana,<br />
Vasudeva Punyahavachanam, Nava Kalasa Sthapanam,<br />
Moola Mantra Homam, Tirumanjanam (Abhishekam) to Lord Rama<br />
and his Parivaras (Sita, Lakshmana & Hanuman), Alankarasanam,<br />
Nama Ramayanam and Hanuman Chalisa Parayanam, Archana,<br />
Maha Mangala Arati, Prasadam Distribution.<br />
Saturday, <strong>July</strong> 3, <strong>2010</strong><br />
7:00 am to 1:00 pm - Suprabhatam, Anugnay,Vishwaksena Aaradhana,<br />
Vasudeva Punyahavachanam, Nava Kalasa Sthapanam,<br />
Moola Mantra Homam, Mahasudarshana Homam, Tirumanjanam<br />
(Abhishekam) to Lord Venkateswara, Anantapadmanabha and<br />
Lord Garuda, Alankarasanam,<strong>Vishnu</strong> Sahasranama Parayanam,<br />
Archana, Maha Mangala Arati, Prasadam Distribution.<br />
9:30 am – Special Ayyappa Puja<br />
3:00 – 5:00 pm – Lecture and Question/Answer Session with<br />
Young Adults by <strong>Sri</strong> Shanmukha <strong>Siva</strong>charya<br />
Sunday, <strong>July</strong> 4, <strong>2010</strong><br />
9:00 am to 1:00 pm – Special Kalyana Utsavas to <strong>Siva</strong>-Parvathi,<br />
<strong>Sri</strong>nivasa-Sree Devi-Bhoo Devi & Subrahmanya-Valli-Devasena.<br />
6:00 – 7:30 pm – Ayyappa Padi Puja<br />
Monday, <strong>July</strong> 5, <strong>2010</strong><br />
7:00 am to 1:00 pm – Nava Chandi Yaga, Abhishekam to Goddesses<br />
Durga Sprinkling of the holy water around the temple, Distribution<br />
of the prasadam to the devotees.<br />
Vishesha Satyanarayana Puja<br />
Sunday, <strong>July</strong> 25, <strong>2010</strong><br />
Vishesha Satyanarayana Pujas will be conducted in the<br />
<strong>Temple</strong> on Sunday, <strong>July</strong> 25, <strong>2010</strong>. For additional information<br />
please call the temple managers at 301-552-3335. The<br />
starting time of Puja at the temple is 4:00 pm.<br />
Ayyappa Utsava Sathram<br />
(Oct 23 – 31, <strong>2010</strong>)<br />
(A special 9-day function for Lord Ayyappa)<br />
In tune with our practice of celebrating a special multi-day<br />
function for each of our deities every year, the temple will be<br />
celebrating a grand 9-day function for Lord Ayyappa this year<br />
under the guidance of our temple priest <strong>Sri</strong> Easwaran Namboodiri.<br />
Please mark your calendar and inform your friends<br />
about this important function. Details of the function will be<br />
posted and updated on the temple website (www.ssvt.org) and<br />
also in the upcoming issues of the newsletters.
<strong>July</strong> <strong>2010</strong><br />
02 Fri. 9:30 am Subrahmanya Abhishekam (Shashti)<br />
10:00 am Sharada Abhishekam<br />
04 Sun. 9:00 am Special Kalyanotsavams<br />
6:00 pm Ayyappa Padi Puja<br />
05 Mon. Grand Samvatsara Mahotsavam Concludes<br />
(please see details)<br />
6:00 pm Special Sarpabali Puja (please see details)<br />
07 Wed. 9:30 am Utsava Subrahmanya Abhishekam (Krittika)<br />
7:00 pm Ananatapadmanabha Abhishekam (Ekadasi)<br />
09 Fri. 9:30 am Parvati Abhishekam<br />
10:00 am Krishna Abhishekam (Rohini)<br />
7:00 pm <strong>Siva</strong> Abhishekam (Mahapradosham)<br />
11 Sun. Amavasya (Punarvasu)<br />
10:00 am Trimurti Puja (please see details)<br />
4:00 pm Rama Abhishekam (Punarvasu)<br />
14 Wed. 9:30 am Mahaganapathi Homam & Abhishekam (Chaturthi)<br />
15 Thu. 10:00 am Andal Abhishekam (Purvaphalguni)<br />
16 Fri. Kataka Month & Dakshinayana Begins<br />
9:30 am Subrahmanya Abhishekam (Shashti)<br />
9:30 am Ayyappa Puja (Uttaraphalguni)<br />
10:00 am Durga Abhishekam<br />
7:15 pm Bhagawati Seva (Daily till August 15)<br />
(please see details)<br />
18 Sun. 9:30 am Navagraha Homam & Abhishekam<br />
19 Mon. 9:30 am Sudarshana/Yoga Narasimha Homam &<br />
Abhishekam (Swati)<br />
20 Tue. 9:30 am Utsava Subrahmanya Abhishekam (Vishaka)<br />
21 Wed. 7:00 pm Anantapadmanabha Abhishekam (Ekadasi)<br />
22 Thu. 7:00 pm <strong>Siva</strong> Abhishekam (Mahapradosham)<br />
23 Fri. 10:00 am Mahalakshmi Abhishekam<br />
10:00 am Anjaneya Abhishekam (Moola)<br />
25 Sun. Guru Poornima<br />
9:30 am Ayyappa Puja<br />
4:00 pm Vishesha Satyanarayana Puja<br />
Religious Calendar<br />
26 Mon. 9:30 am Utsava <strong>Sri</strong>nivasa Abhishekam (Sravana)<br />
29 Thu. 9:30 am Mahaganapathi Homam (Sankatahara Chaturthi)<br />
7:00 pm Ganesha Abhishekam (Sankatahara Chaturthi)<br />
30 Fri. 9:30 am Sharada Abhishekam<br />
31 Sat. 9:30 am Subrahmanya Abhishekam (Shashti)<br />
August <strong>2010</strong><br />
01 Sun. Trikaala Devi Puja (please see details)<br />
04 Wed. 9:30 am Utsava Subrahmanya Abhishekam (Krittika)<br />
7:00 pm Anantapadmanabha Abhishekam (Ekadasi)<br />
05 Thu. 9:30 am Krishna Abhishekam (Rohini)<br />
06 Fri. 9:30 am Parvati Abhishekam<br />
7:00 pm Anantapadmanabha Abhishekam (Ekadasi)<br />
07 Sat. 9:30 am Navagraha Homam & Abhishekam<br />
3:15 pm <strong>Siva</strong> Abhishekam (Sani Mahapradosham)<br />
08 Sun. 4:00 pm Rama Abhishekam (Punarvasu)<br />
09 Mon. Amavasya (Pushya)<br />
7:00 pm <strong>Siva</strong> Abhishekam (Sravana Somavaar)<br />
(please see details)<br />
11 Wed. 7:00 pm Kataka Purvaphalguni (Adi Pooram)<br />
(please see details)<br />
12 Thu. 9:30 am Mahaganapathi Homam & Abhishekam (Chaturthi)<br />
9:30 am Ayyappa Puja (Uttaraphalguni)<br />
13 Fri. 9:30 am Durga Abhishekam<br />
10:00 am Garuda Panchami Puja<br />
14 Sat. 9:30 am Subrahmanya Abhishekam (Shashti)<br />
4:00 pm <strong>Sri</strong>nivasa Kalyanam<br />
15 Sun. 9:30 am Sudarshana/Yoga Narasimha Homam (Swati)<br />
4:00 pm Sudarshana/Yoga Narasimha Homam<br />
Abhishekam (Swati)<br />
7:15 pm Bhagawati Seva (Daily Bhagawati Seva Ends)<br />
16 Mon. Simha Month Begins<br />
9:30 am Utsava Subrahmanya Abhishekam (Vishaka)<br />
7:00 pm <strong>Siva</strong> Abhishekam (Sravana Somavaar)<br />
(Rest of August in next newsletter)<br />
Daily<br />
Monday<br />
Tuesday<br />
Wednesday<br />
Thursday<br />
Friday<br />
Saturday<br />
Tuesday<br />
Friday<br />
Friday<br />
Monday<br />
Tuesday<br />
Wednesday<br />
Thursday<br />
Friday<br />
Weekly Abhishekams<br />
(at 9:30 am except as noted)<br />
Ayyappa, <strong>Siva</strong> and Anantapadmanabha<br />
Ganesha, <strong>Sri</strong> Rama<br />
Durga, Anjaneya<br />
Andal, Sharada, Navagrahas<br />
Krishna, Subrahmanya<br />
Mahalakshmi, Parvati, Sudarshana/Yoga Narasimha<br />
Venkateshwara (10:15 am)<br />
Weekly Aradhanas<br />
<strong>Sri</strong> Rama (7:45 pm) & Hanuman Chaleesa (8:00 pm)<br />
Lalitha Sahasranamam to Parvati (7:15 pm)<br />
Mahalakshmi Aradhana (8:00 pm)<br />
Weekly Sahasranama Archanas<br />
(at 5:15 pm except as noted)<br />
Ganesha, <strong>Siva</strong>, Rama<br />
Durga, Subrahmanya, Anjaneya<br />
Andal, Anantapadmanabha, Ayyappa<br />
Sharada, Krishna, Venkateshwara<br />
Mahalakshmi (5:15 pm) & Parvati (7:15 pm)<br />
Seminar and Lecture Series<br />
by Sadhvi Chaitanya<br />
Topic: “Aparokshanubhuti”, which means immediate knowledge<br />
of oneself as whole and free of limitations is an ancient<br />
Vedantic text attributed to Adi Shankara. It comes under the<br />
category of a “prakarana grantha,” a work that unfolds the vision<br />
of the Upanishad along with the teaching methodology.<br />
The hundred and forty four verses outline in a systematic manner,<br />
the nature of the qualified aspirant, and the preparation for<br />
the knowledge, along with the unfolding of the vision.”<br />
Saturday, <strong>July</strong> 3rd, <strong>2010</strong><br />
Meditation: 9 - 9:30 am<br />
Lectures: 9:30 am - 12:00 pm — Break for Lunch: 12 to 1<br />
pm<br />
Continue session from 1 pm to 2.30 pm<br />
(All sessions held in the Education Room at SSVT)<br />
No lecture on Sunday, <strong>July</strong> 4th, <strong>2010</strong><br />
Please mark the date for the August <strong>2010</strong> Lectures:<br />
Saturday, Aug. 7 and Sunday, Aug. 8, <strong>2010</strong><br />
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Special Sarpabali Puja<br />
(Monday, <strong>July</strong> 5, <strong>2010</strong>)<br />
Sarpabali is the worship of 55 divine snakes (including <strong>Siva</strong>’s Vasuki<br />
and <strong>Vishnu</strong>’s Adisesha) to ward off the bad effects of Sarpa Dosha.<br />
Though normally performed on Aaslesha Nakshatra” days in the Hindu<br />
Solar months of “Kanya” and “Kumbha”, considering the concerns<br />
and uncertainty many families are going through, our priest wants to<br />
provide an opportunity for our congregation to participate in this special<br />
puja to obtain overall peace of mind, good health and material<br />
prosperity. Turmeric powder, rice, milk, coconuts, fruits and flowers<br />
are the ingredients generally brought by devotees for Sarpabali. For<br />
the ingredients to be included in the Puja, they must be given to<br />
the priest before the Puja starts. Sankalpam for the Puja (when<br />
devotees can mention to the priest the problems to be overcome<br />
or desires to be fulfilled) will begin at 6:00 pm. Sarpabali Puja will<br />
be performed in the Kerala Tantric style from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.<br />
6:00 pm Sankalpam (when devotees can mention to the priest the<br />
problems to be overcome or desires to be fulfilled).<br />
6:30 pm Sarpabali<br />
Sponsorship: $35<br />
Trimurti Puja<br />
(Sunday, <strong>July</strong> 11, <strong>2010</strong>)<br />
The temple will celebrate a Trimurti Puja for Lords <strong>Siva</strong>, <strong>Vishnu</strong> and<br />
Ayyappa on Sunday, <strong>July</strong> 11. The Trimurti Puja will be conducted by<br />
our temple priests representing the Saiva, Vaishnava and the Kerala<br />
Tantric traditions. The preparation for the Puja will begin the previous<br />
day with Bhoota Suddhi rituals on the Ashtadala Mandalam<br />
(ritualistic cleansing and preparation for the Puja). On <strong>July</strong> 11, the<br />
Lords will be invoked in 21 lamps and offered the traditional Pujas.<br />
Sahasranama (1000 names) and Ashtotara (108 names) Archanas will<br />
be performed in which all devotees are encouraged to participate. In<br />
addition, devotees may also participate in the Bhajans that will be<br />
interspersed throughout the Puja. All are welcome to sponsor and to<br />
participate in this unique Puja.<br />
10:00 am Trimurti puja<br />
1:00 pm Deeparadhana & Prasadam Distribution<br />
Sponsorship: $25<br />
Bhagawati Seva (During Kataka Month)<br />
(Friday <strong>July</strong> 16 to Sunday, August 15, <strong>2010</strong>)<br />
Dakshinayana marks the southern transition of sun for a period of six<br />
months. These six months are the night time for the Gods and Goddesses.<br />
The first of these six Hindu months is especially important for the worship<br />
of Devi (the Universal Mother). Bhagawati Seva which is worship<br />
of the Devi in the Kerala Tantric tradition, will be performed daily from<br />
Sreemad Bhagavatha Sapthaha Yajnam<br />
<strong>July</strong> 10 to 17, <strong>2010</strong>, Yajnacharya Mannady Hari in the Aakar Hall<br />
will be concucted by Kerala Hindus of North America in cooperation<br />
with <strong>Sri</strong> <strong>Siva</strong> <strong>Vishnu</strong> <strong>Temple</strong> Contacts: M.G.Menon (240-938-<br />
1272) Raghu Nath (703-207-3983)<br />
Visit by Hugging Saint<br />
Mata Amritanandamayi or Amma also known as the "hugging saint"<br />
will be gracing us with her presence in the DC area on <strong>July</strong> 9th, 10th<br />
and 11th (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) at the Hilton Alexandria Mark<br />
Center, 5000 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA, 22311. PROGRAMS<br />
ARE FREE AND ALL ARE WELCOME. On 9th from 11:00 am. On<br />
the 10th 10:00 am and 7:30 pm and on 11th, will be at 10:00 am and<br />
Atma puja ( group prayer for world peace) and Devi Bhava Darshan<br />
at 7:00 pm. Everyone needs a token to see Amma and tokens will be<br />
distributed (for free) starting one hour before each program. Parking<br />
SSVT Community Service<br />
is free but limited at the hotel. For more information email: info@<br />
ammadc.org<br />
Work in progress<br />
or call 240-696-1927.<br />
for new/additional<br />
Namah<br />
parking<br />
Shivaya.<br />
lot at the temple<br />
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<strong>July</strong> 16 through August 15 at 7:15 pm. All devotees are encouraged<br />
to participate by way of Lalitha Sahasranama recitation, Devi Sthotram<br />
and Devi Namaskaaram. Sponsorship details are given below.<br />
Sponsorship: $31 per day, $101 for all Fridays during the Kataka<br />
month & $501 for the whole month<br />
Trikaala Devi Puja<br />
(Sunday, August 1, <strong>2010</strong>)<br />
The Kataka month is very auspicious for the worship of the Divine<br />
Mother. Trikaala Devi Puja is a Puja to the Universal Mother as<br />
Bhagawathi Devi. This Puja done in the Kerala Tantric tradition is<br />
traditionally performed at dawn, noon and sunset. In addition to the<br />
Puja done by the priest, Lalitha Sahasranamam, Soundarya Lahari and<br />
other Devi sthotrams will be recited by devotees during the course of<br />
the day. All devotees are requested to participate and partake in the<br />
Blessings of the Goddess.<br />
9:00 am Ushath Kaala Puja (till 11:00 am)<br />
11:00 am Devi Bhajans by devotees (till 12:00 Noon)<br />
12:01 pm Uccha (Madhyaanika) Kaala Puja (till 2:00 pm)<br />
5:30 pm Devi Sthotrams by devotees (till 7:00 pm)<br />
7:15 pm Bhagawati Seva (till 8:30 pm)<br />
Sponsorship: One Kaala Puja $25 & Trikaala Puja $51<br />
Shravana Somavaar<br />
(August 9, 16, 23 & 30, <strong>2010</strong>)<br />
The Hindu Lunar month of “Shravan” is considered very auspicious<br />
for religious observances. The Mondays during this month is very<br />
special for Lord <strong>Siva</strong>. Devotees of <strong>Siva</strong> observe fast that day and<br />
offer their prayers to him. Lord <strong>Siva</strong> is very easily pleased by the<br />
Abhishekams offered by his devotees. Abhishekam to the chanting of<br />
Rudram, Trishati Archana (Offering Bilwa Patra and flowers chanting<br />
the 300 names of the Lord), reciting <strong>Siva</strong> Sthotras and the Jaya<br />
Jagadeesha Hare Aarati are some of the highlights of the Puja that<br />
will be performed every Monday during the Shravan month.<br />
7:00 pm <strong>Siva</strong> Abhishekam, Ashtottarashata Naama Archana, Trishati<br />
Archana, Deeparadhana<br />
8:30 pm Aarati & Prasadam distribution<br />
Sponsorship: $25 per day<br />
Kataka Purvaphalguni (Aadi Pooram)<br />
(Wednesday, August 11, <strong>2010</strong>)<br />
6:30 pm Andal Abhishekam, Thiruppaavai Seva Kaalam, Godha<br />
Stuti, Archana, Deeparadhana (Sponsorship: $ 25)<br />
7:00 pm Parvati Abhishekam, Decoration with Bangles, Lalitha<br />
Sahasranama Parayanam, Archana, Deeparadhana.<br />
Sponsorship: $25<br />
Mitra Mandala<br />
Mitra Mandala offers free community service providing confidential<br />
and professional counseling and senior services for families in need.<br />
Please contact Aparna Ramaswamy at 240-506-2793 or aparna@<br />
susheelam.com for counseling and R.G. Nagarajan at 301-279-9328<br />
rgnagarajan@yahoo.com for support services.<br />
Sandwiches for Homeless <strong>July</strong> 10, <strong>2010</strong><br />
Every second Saturday of each month, volunteers make sandwiches and<br />
deliver them to the shelter in DC. Children and adults of all ages can<br />
help. For Additional Information contact tirumalaikamala@gmail.com<br />
Annual Youth Competitions<br />
Balavikas of Fairfax will hold their Annual Youth Competitions for<br />
age groups from pre-elementary to high school levels on Sunday,<br />
<strong>July</strong> 4, <strong>2010</strong> starting at 9:30 am at IDEAL SCHOOL in Ashburn, VA.<br />
Please visit www.balavikas.org for details and pre- registration. Call<br />
Syamala Malladi at (703) 579-7015 with any questions
Upcoming Cultural Events<br />
Date Time Event Artist Admission Venue<br />
Sat. Aug 28, <strong>2010</strong> 5 PM Vocal concert Maharajapuram Ramachandran Ticketed SSVT<br />
Sat. Sep 11, <strong>2010</strong> TBD Bharatanatyam Dr. Vasundhara Doraiswamy Ticketed SSVT<br />
Sun. Sep 19, <strong>2010</strong> All Day Swathi Thirunal day programs Multiple artists FREE SSVT<br />
Announcements regarding these programs will also be available via <strong>Temple</strong><br />
notice board, website etc. Please contact Kannan Subramanian or Radha<br />
Shivakumar at cc@ssvt.org for further details regarding upcoming events.<br />
Upanishad Series – <strong>July</strong> 11, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Dr. Pradeep<br />
Kamath will continue with the discussion of the Upanishads.<br />
Weekly Saturday Programs – Free and open to all<br />
Time<br />
Program<br />
8:00 am to 10:00 am Yoga – Suitable for all – varied each day<br />
based on participant needs – includes gentle exercises, traditional Hatha<br />
Yoga Asanas, Praanayaama, Meditation & at times Dance Yoga.<br />
11:30 am to 1:00 pm Learn Spoken Samskrit (Beginners Level)<br />
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Narayaneeyam conducted by Dr. Thaila Ramanathan<br />
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Learn Spoken Samskrit (Intermediate Level)<br />
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm Bhagavatam and Sanskrit Grammar explanations by<br />
Dr. Thaila Ramanathan<br />
The listing of SSVT sponsored concert CDs is now posted online at<br />
www.ssvt.org under Upcoming events and Announcements. Those interested<br />
in these CDs are requested to please contact ssvt@ssvt.org.<br />
SSVT Senior Citizens Group Meetings<br />
<strong>July</strong> 14 and 28, <strong>2010</strong>, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm<br />
The mission of SSVT Senior Citizens Group is to enhance the quality of life of its members so that they can live a healthy, happy, active and independent<br />
life with dignity as well as serve and enrich the community. The Group strives to enhance physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual<br />
well-being of all members through education, training, entertainment, and other assistance to attain successful aging. The current programs include<br />
training in Gentle Yoga for seniors (10-11am), talks by members and/or invited guests on successful aging, music, devotional songs, etc. (11am-<br />
1pm), and lunch (1-2pm). We cordially welcome all SSVT Senior devotees to participate in our group activities and enjoy a successful aging. For<br />
further information please call Mr. Umakant Rajguru at 301-890-0652 or email shakurajguru@yahoo.com<br />
SSVT Education Programs<br />
3:30 pm to 4:00 pm Vaishnava Samhita<br />
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm Valmiki Ramayan – Ayodhya Kandam<br />
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Bhagavatam and Sanskrit Grammar explanations by<br />
Dr. Thaila Ramanathan<br />
Weekly Sunday Programs – Free and open to all<br />
Time<br />
Program<br />
9:00 am to 10:30 am Bhagavad Gita conducted by Mr.Vijay Kumar<br />
or Dr.S. Nayar<br />
10:00 am to 2:30 pm Aakaar Reading Room Open<br />
10:00 am to 10:30 am Pradakshinam with Naamasankeerttanam<br />
11:00 am to 12:00 pm Children’s Shloka & Sanskrit Classes<br />
From Baltimore / Washington<br />
D.C. Take B.W.<br />
Parkway to NASA Goddard<br />
Space Center. Left<br />
turn at Rte 193 (Green<br />
Belt Road)<br />
Go approximately 1 mile on<br />
Rte. 193. Make right turn onto<br />
Cipriano Road. The <strong>Temple</strong> is<br />
on the left at 6905 Cipriano<br />
Road.<br />
<strong>Temple</strong> Hours:<br />
Weekdays: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm<br />
Weekends / Holidays<br />
9:00 am - 9:00 pm<br />
The <strong>Temple</strong> is open all day on all Important Holidays<br />
From Silver Spring, Bethesda, Tysons Corner: Take I-495 (Beltway) to Exit 22A (B.W Parkway towards Baltimore),<br />
Exit immediately towards NASA Goddard Space Center. Left turn at Rte. 193 (Greenbelt Road).<br />
From Andrews Air Force Base, Alexandria, Springfield: Take I-495 (Beltway) to Exit 22A (B.W Parkway towards Baltimore),<br />
Bear right following signs to NASA Goddard Space Center, and merge to Rte. 193 (Greenbelt Road).<br />
Weekly Puja Schedule<br />
Morning Puja 9:00 am Monday-Friday Suprabatham 9:00 am Daily<br />
Evening Arathi 6:00 pm Monday-Sunday Abhishekam 9:30 am Daily<br />
Venkateswara Abhishekam 10:15 am Saturday<br />
Non Profit<br />
U.S. Postage Paid<br />
Permit #6038<br />
Suburban, MD<br />
Change Service Requested<br />
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SRI SIVA VISHNU TEMPLE<br />
6905 Cipriano Road<br />
Lanham, MD 20706