Week Ahead 27 May – 2 June 2022

Dear Friends

On Wednesday we welcomed home His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami. Maharaj will be with us for recuperation from his recent health challenges.

Interruption in Live Broadcast and Landline Service

The temple internet is down, due to damage caused to the fibre line in the area, which affects the temple phone lines as well. We are working hard to try to restore it as soon as possible. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Let’s Come Together!
One Spirit Youth Festival in Durban
Saturday 18 June
Join our team. Are you innovative, pioneering, or energetic? Then this is for you. We’re looking for offers of skills and service.
Please WhatsApp Rukmini 084 579 1080

Dive Into the Sastra with the BCEC

The Bhaktivedanta College of Education and Culture offers a variety of in-person courses, for both children and adults. Please view/download the 2022 Prospectus here.

ISKCON DURBAN Family Database

We are developing a database to better connect with you for programs and service opportunities. Please join and be counted in our ISKCON family here. Kindly forward this message to family and friends.

Week Ahead

Saturday 28 May
Morning Class @7:30am
The Juhu Story – In Juhu
with His Grace Mukunda Datta Das

Monthly Sankirtan Festival @10am
Join us this weekend for the Monthly Sankirtan Festival. Bring your instruments, book bags, and comfy shoes as we share the Holy Name and Srila Prabhupada’s books in different areas around Durban. You can either join a book distribution team or the Harinam party.
9am-10am: Collect Book Packs from the Temple Sankirtan Book Office (Behind the Marquee)
10am-12:30pm: Go out on books/harinam (This can be Door to Door, a pre-planned Book Table, or out on the street)
13:00pm: Back to the temple for lunch prasad and sharing of realisations and experiences
Kindly register before the Thursday 26 May for catering purposes: WhatsApp
Radha Raman 076 587 9558
Priya Kishori 082 806 1646

Sound Bath @2pm

Hosted by BYS Durban

Register via WhatsApp 074 629 1122.

Seatides Goshala @3pm

with His Holiness Rama Govinda Swami

Contact Syama-kutir 083 411 2525

Sunday 29 May
Morning Class @7:30am
Nectar of Instruction, Verse 4 – Offering & Accepting Gifts
with His Grace Jaisacinandana Das

Love Feast @11:00am
The Psychology of Kindness
By His Grace Nityananda Das
We examine how and why kindness is an integral Vaisnava quality, why it’s not easy to imbibe, how we can cultivate it, and who we can learn it from.

Reminders

Śrīla Prabhupāda’s Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā Book 2022
The Vyāsa-pūjā of His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda takes place on 20 August 2022. Offerings for the Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā book may be submitted until 5 June 2022. Submit your offering here.

COVID Protocol at the Temple
1. Temperature check and sanitisation on entry.
2. Masks MUST be worn in all enclosed spaces, like the temple room.
3. If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, kindly stay at home.

Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm
CLOSED on Wednesdays.
Note: The Temple Receptionist can assist you at Radhanath’s Gifts on weekdays between 8am-4pm.

Govinda’s Dining
Monday – Saturday 10am – 3pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 10am – 2pm
CLOSED on Wednesdays.
Function Booking for the Dining Area
1. Maximum 30 people
2. Booking to be placed five days in advance
3. Please take note of our dining times.
4. To discuss details, please contact the temple.

How to Connect to the Temple?

031 403 3328 • temple@iskcondurban.net 

Week Ahead 20-26 May 2022

Dear Friends

We welcome back His Holiness Rama Govinda Swami. Maharaj will be in KZN until around 19 June. If you would like to host Rama Govinda Maharaj for a program, please get in touch with Anandamaya Krishna Das at 071 243 6985.

Bhakti Yoga Society Needs Your Help
Are you a student at the University of Kwazulu-Natal (Howard College or Westville Campus)? Here is your opportunity to assist our Bhakti Yoga Society to gain momentum on campus by simply registering with us. Please WhatsApp 074 629 1122

ISKCON Youth Survey
Did you know we have a newly established ISKCONSA Youth Ministry? It is headed by a team of dynamic youth who are on a mission to serve youth as future leaders. The ministry is primarily designed to coordinate youth activities across South Africa.
Are you between the ages of 13-30?
Please assist them by completing the survey. The survey will help them design and tailor-make activities based on your needs. The survey link remains open until Monday, 30 May. Make your voice heard by using the link provided at the end of this email.

ISKCON DURBAN Family Database
We are developing a database to better connect with you for programs and service opportunities. Please join and be counted in our ISKCON family by using this link. Kindly forward this message to family and friends.

We’re going big!
One Spirit Youth Festival in Durban
Saturday 18 June
Join our team. Are you innovative, pioneering, or energetic? Then this is for you. We’re looking for offers of skills and service.
Please WhatsApp Rukmini 084 579 1080

Week Ahead

Saturday 21 May
Morning Class @7:30am
The Juhu Story – Mayapur and Pandal at Azad Maiden
with Her Grace Gangamata Goswamini Dasi

Sunday 22 May
Morning Class @7:30am
Nectar of Instruction, Verse 3 – Following Our Acharyas
with His Holiness Rama Govinda Swami

Love Feast @11:00am
The Trident of Trauma – Rolling with Maya’s Punches
By His Grace Smita Krishna Das

Thursday 26 May
Ekadasi – Fast from all grains, beans & legumes.

Friday 27 May
Ekadasi Break Fast
06:40-08:19

Reminders

Śrīla Prabhupāda’s Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā Book 2022
The Vyāsa-pūjā of His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda takes place on 20 August 2022. Offerings for the Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā book may be submitted until 5 June 2022. Submit your offering here

COVID Protocol at the Temple
1. Temperature check and sanitisation on entry.
2. Masks MUST be worn in all enclosed spaces, like the temple room.
3. If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, kindly stay at home.

Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm
CLOSED on Wednesdays.
Note: The Temple Receptionist can assist you at Radhanath’s Gifts on weekdays between 8am-4pm.

Govinda’s Dining
Monday – Saturday 10am – 3pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 10am – 2pm
CLOSED on Wednesdays.
Function Booking for the Dining Area
1. Maximum 30 people
2. Booking to be placed five days in advance
3. Please take note of our dining times.
4. To discuss details, please contact the temple.

How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 • temple@iskcondurban.net

Sri Nrsimha Chaturdasi 2022 Festival Guide

Dear Friends

Sri Nrsimha Chaturdasi Festival Guide

Saturday 14 May 

Adivas @7pm

with His Holiness Partha Sarathi Das Goswami

Note: Packed prasad snack will be served on exit.

Sunday 15 May 

Sri Nrsimha Chaturdasi

Fast until Dusk (5:36pm)

Morning Festival 

4:30am Mangal arati

7:15am Srila Prabhupada’s Guru-puja

7:30am Darshan of Sri Sri Radha Radhanath in Their new outfit
7:45am Glories of Prahlad Maharaja by His Grace Ramvijay Das

9:00am Public offerings & Kirtan begins
10:00am Packed prasad distribution until 3:00pm. Note: only packed prasad will be served on exit.

12:30pm Raj Bhoga Arati & Kirtan

1:00pm Sri Nrsimha Yagna – Note: this event is fully booked.

Note to those who have tickets for the Nrsimha Yajna: Please take careful note of the email sent from eventbrite.com with guidelines to make your participation in the yajna more rewarding.

3:15pm Public offerings stopped

Afternoon Festival

3:30pm Sri Nrsimha Maha Abhisek & Kirtan
4:15pm Arati & Kirtan
4:30pm Class by His Grace Swarup Damodar Das
5:15pm Bhakti Theatre’s Fight to Please

5:30pm Packed prasad feast. Note: only packed prasad will be served on exit.

6:30pm Online screened class by His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami (tentative)

COVID Protocol during the festival

With the rise of infections and adjusted government protocols, we request devotees to be more mindful of their well-being and that of the community. If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, kindly stay at home. Kindly follow the Temple protocol and temperature check and sanitise on entry. Masks MUST be worn in all enclosed spaces, like the temple room. Individual accountability ensures we host a safe festival. While there are no bookings required for any event (except for the yagna, which is now fully booked), numbers are limited to 200. Only packed prasad will be served and no gathering and honouring of prasad will be allowed.

Sri Nrsimha Maha Abhishek
You are invited to sponsor the Maha Abhishek.
Contact Bhakti Katha 061 464 5327 (WhatsApp only) or psdgbhakti@gmail.com.

His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami’s Health Update
Maharaja has been discharged from the hospital and has returned to his Sandton base where he will be recuperating. Maharaja is extremely grateful for your prayers and support over the past two weeks. Please find regular updates on Maharaja’s Facebook page @BhaktiChaitanyaSwami.

Bhakti Yoga Society Needs Your Help

Are you a student at the University of Kwazulu-Natal (Howard College or Westville Campus)? Here is your opportunity to assist Bhakti Yoga Society in gaining momentum on campus by simply registering with us. Please WhatsApp 0746291122

Hosted by Bhakti Yoga Society

Week Ahead

Saturday 14 May
Morning Class @7:30am
The Juhu Story – Mayapur and Pandal at Azad Maidan
with His Grace Radhika Jivana Das

BCEC Children’s Classes (6-16 years) Registration @11am

SSRRT College Room

Monday 16 May
Appearance of Sri Sri Radha Raman Deva 
Appearance of Madhavendra Puri

Appearance of Srinivas Acharya

Friday 20 May
Disappearance of Ramananda Raya

Saturday 21 May 2022 

Sound Bath @2pm

hosted by Bhakti Yoga Society

Bathe your mind and heart in rejuvenating sound, at the majestic Temple of Understanding in Chatsworth. This in-person event gives the opportunity to connect with like-minded people and explore the dynamics of sound vibration. Learn how meditation can aid in overcoming stress, anxiety, and emotionally challenging times. Register here

Reminders

Śrīla Prabhupāda’s Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā Book 2022
The Vyāsa-pūjā of His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda takes place on 20 August 2022. Offerings for the Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā book may be submitted from now until 5 June 2022.

COVID Protocol at the Temple
1. Temperature check and sanitisation on entry.
2. Masks MUST be worn in all enclosed spaces, like the temple room.
3. If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, kindly stay at home.

Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm
CLOSED on Wednesdays.
Note: The Temple Receptionist can assist you at Radhanath’s Gifts on weekdays between 8am-4pm.

How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 • temple@iskcondurban.net

Week Ahead 6-12 May 2022

Dear Friends

Sri Nrsimha Chaturdasi Festival News

COVID Protocol during the festival
With the rise of infections and adjusted government protocols, we request devotees to be more mindful of their well-being and that of the community. If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, kindly stay at home. Kindly follow the Temple protocol and temperature check and sanitise on entry. Masks MUST be worn in all enclosed spaces, like the temple room. Individual accountability ensures we host a safe festival. While there are no bookings required for any of the events, numbers are limited to 200. Only packed prasad will be served and no gathering and honouring of prasad will be allowed.

Festival Highlights
2-day festival for Lord Nrsimhadeva
Public fruit & flower offerings
Nrsimha Yajna in the Amphitheatre
Maha Abhishek
Bhakti Theatre Drama
Details will follow in the coming days.

Sri Nrsimha Maha Abhishek
You are invited to sponsor the Maha Abhishek.
Contact Bhakti Katha 061 464 5327 (WhatsApp only) or psdgbhakti@gmail.com.
Kindly note: All deity sponsorships are fully booked.

General Festival Sponsorships
We invite you to please come forward to either volunteer your time, sponsor festival utilities or donate. Kindly contact Rupa Vilas at 072 613 2197.

His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami’s Health Update
Maharaja’s recovery, although slow, has been encouraging. We request devotees to continue to keep Maharaja in your prayers. Please find regular updates on Maharaja’s Facebook page @BhaktiChaitanyaSwami.

Week Ahead

Saturday 7 May
Morning Class @7:30am
The Juhu Story – Preaching in Prayag and Bombay
with His Grace Sudama Das

Sunday 8 May
Morning Class @7:30am
Nectar of Instruction, Verse 3 – Choosing Our Association
with His Grace Bhakti Nashvin

Love Feast @11:00am
Leadership beyond Worldly Limitations – A Tribute to Jahnava Devi, the consort of Lord Nityananda
By Her Grace Yamuna Dasi

Tuesday 10 May
Appearance of Srimati Sita Devi (consort of Lord Ramachandra)
Appearance of Srimati Jahnava Devi (consort of Lord Nityananda)

Thursday 12 May
Ekadasi – Fast from all grains, beans & legumes.

Friday 13 May
Ekadasi Break Fast
06:32-10:05

Reminders

Śrīla Prabhupāda’s Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā Book 2022
The Vyāsa-pūjā of His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda takes place on 20 August 2022. Offerings for the Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā book may be submitted from now until 5 June 2022.
Submit your offering here

COVID Protocol at the Temple
1. Temperature check and sanitisation on entry.
2. Masks MUST be worn in all enclosed spaces, like the temple room.
3. If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, kindly stay at home.

Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm
CLOSED on Wednesdays.
Note: The Temple Receptionist can assist you at Radhanath’s Gifts on weekdays between 8am-4pm.

Govinda’s Dining
Monday – Saturday 10am – 3pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 10am – 2pm
CLOSED on Wednesdays.
Function Booking for the Dining Area
1. Maximum 30 people
2. Booking to be placed five days in advance
3. Please take note of our dining times.
4. To discuss details, please contact the temple.

How to Connect to the Temple?

031 403 3328 • temple@iskcondurban.net