There will be a memorial service for longtime SRF devotee, Martin Feisst today, at 2:00 p.m. at the San Diego Temple. A small reception will be held afterwards with light refreshments where guests may exchange their favorite stories of Martin. Encinitas Temple devotees are invited to attend.  

SRF has many digital resources available for new members as well as long time devotees. These include online meditations, scriptural study groups, weekly inspirational talks, kirtans, and even one-day retreats. Numerous people enjoy these offerings in addition to in-person Temple participation. 

For anyone who wants to take advantage of these helpful and inspiring online offerings, we are fortunate to have volunteers from the SRF InternationalHelp Desk available today to assist you after both Sunday servicesin front of theSpecial Events Room at the Main Temple. Your questions will be answered no matter what your level of tech skills, so that you can access SRF resources on a smartphone, tablet, or computer. 

We will celebrate the birthday of Swami Sri Yukteswar this coming Saturday, May 10. A commemorative service will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. It is customary to bring a flower and a donation in an envelope. Families attending will be invited to come forward at the beginning of the offerings. Both the main Temple and the J Street Chapel will be open for meditation between 6 and 6:45 p.m.

Please note that the Saturday evening SRF Lessons Study Group at the J Street Chapel is canceled on May 10.

The Encinitas Young Adults group will meet on Tuesday, May 13, from 6-8 p.m.  This event will begin with a meditation in the Main Temple, followed by some fun activities in the Special Events Room on the theme, “Experiencing Faith Through Affirmations.” The meeting will conclude with food and fellowship. Those between the ages of 18-40 are welcome to attend. 

As the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda offer inspiration, practical wisdom, and encouragement to more and more people around the world, the work of SRF continues to expand. To support our growth, we are actively seeking dedicated, capable individuals to join us in our effort to bring the science of meditation and art of balanced living to all.

For more information and complete job descriptions, please visit the SRF website – yogananda.org/employment-opportunities.

If you are new to the Encinitas Temple or to Self-Realization Fellowship, feel free to visit the Greeters table on the patio. There you will find a wide variety of free literature with information about SRF and Encinitas Temple services and activities as well as volunteers to answer your questions. We look forward to meeting you!

Saturday, May 10: The SRF Lessons Study Group is canceled.