Week Ahead 31 July – 6 August 2025

Dear Friends

Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple Women’s Forum presents
Women of Wisdom – A Spiritual Celebration
Saturday 9 August • 3pm-5pm
On this special occasion, we invite all women to gather with devotees of Krishna for a heartfelt celebration of feminine spiritual strength, guided by the teachings of bhakti-yoga and the lives of great women in our Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition. Women of Wisdom is more than an event—it’s a sacred space to reconnect with yourself, uplift one another, and awaken the deep spiritual power within. Through meaningful conversation, storytelling, and guided meditation, we will celebrate sisterhood in devotion. The line-up includes:
• Sisterhood in Spiritual Communities By Gaura Bhumi Devi Dasi
• Hatha-Yoga Flow By Renisha Naidoo
• Financial Health By Radha Thakurani Dasi
• Soulful Mantra Meditation By Yadurani Dasi
• Bhakti Theatre’s Vaishnavis in the Bhagavatam By Madhurya Kadambini Dasi & Taralakshi Dasi
• Dance By Kumarie Verona’s Dance Institute
Get your tickets here.

Bhagavad-gita As It Is Overview
Seven 1.5-hour ONLINE sessions
Commencing 6 August
Wednesdays • 6:30pm-8pm
Course Fee: R70
Course Facilitator: Syama Vallabhi Devi Dasi 084 728 0217
Register here. 

Book Your Deity Festival Sponsorship Now!
You are invited to offer Deity sponsorships on the following festival days: Sri Balaram Purnima, Sri Krishna Janmashtami, Srila Prabhupada’s Sri Vyasa-puja, and Sri Radhashtami. Contact the TCK sponsorship number 063 297 4398 to make your booking. Offerings can be made in the names of loved ones.
Janmashtami Maha Yagna @9:30am
Saturday 16 August
Minimum donation: R108 per person. Book here.
Janmashtami Maha Abhishek @9:30pm
Saturday 16 August
Sponsorship: R1008. Book here.
Contact: Bhakti-katha Dasi via Whatsapp 061 464 5327 or book via the links at the end of this email.

Week Ahead

Saturday 2 August
Transcendental Diaries Class @7:30am
With Her Grace Gaura Premi Devi Dasi

Durban CBD Maha Harinam @10:30am
Starting point: Outside Victoria Street Curio Market on Fish Market Street.

Janmashtami Hall Festivals
Arati & Kirtan • Krishna Katha • Bhajans • Dance • Drama • Vegetarian Feast

Clare Estate @2pm
Kampara Business Park
490 Clare Road
Queries: Paramatma Das 076 549 5474 via WhatsApp

Crossmoor, Chatsworth @4pm 
Venue: Crossmead Primary School
72 Golden Poppy Crescent, Crossmoor
Queries: Anand 082 767 4367

Lotus Park @5pm 
Lotus Park Community Hall
4 Araucaria Place
Queries: Dayal Caitanya Das 083 557 1062 

Pinetown @5pm
Pinetown Civic Hall
Kings Road
Queries: Prataparudra Das 076 762 9070

Tongaat @5pm
Vishwaroop Temple Hall
10 Plane Street, Tongaat
Queries: Tulasi Devi Dasi 083 229 0291

Sunday 3 August
Krishna Book Class @7:30am
With Her Grace Karunamayi Devi Dasi

Love Feast @11am
Jhulana Yatra
With His Grace Prabhanu Das 

Monday 4 August
Krishna Prema Nama-hatta (Unit 6/7) @7pm
Srila Prabhupada Video Class
Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford, Chatsworth

Tuesday 5 August
Ekadasi – Fast from all grains, beans & legumes.
Jhulana Yatra Begins
You are warmly invited to come and swing the Lord at 7:25pm. 

Wednesday 6 August
Ekadasi Break Fast 06:37 – 10:13
Srila Rupa Gosvami’s Disappearance Anniversary
Srila Gauridas Pandit’s Disappearance Anniversary
Jhulana Yatra @7:25pm

Save the Date

Sri Balaram Purnima
Saturday 9 August • 10am

Lotus Market
9 & 10 August • 9am-3pm

Gita Week
10-15 August • 6pm-7:30pm except on Sunday 10th, event begins at 11am. 

Sri Krishna Janmashtami
Friday 15 August • 10am-5:30pm
Saturday 16 August • 4:30am-Midnight

Sri Vyasa-puja of His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada
Sunday 17 August • 10am

Reminders

ISKCON DURBAN Community Database
On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the arrival of Srila Prabhupada in S.A., make sure that you are counted as being a part of his family. If you have not done so already, please register on our community database so that we can connect you to our programs and service opportunities. This is for all members of the Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple congregation: young or old, initiated or uninitiated. Please join here.

A Call to Share Your Memoir for the 40th Anniversary of Sri Sri Radha Radhanath
In celebration of the 40th Anniversary of our beloved Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple, we warmly invite you to share your service history, cherished memories, and heartfelt recollections. This is your opportunity to offer a personal memoir in honor of Their Lordships. Whether your service was small or extensive, recent or long ago, every contribution is meaningful. Your stories, experiences, and reflections will be lovingly compiled into an online commemorative publication to be released as part of the Anniversary Celebrations on 11 & 12 October 2025. No offering is too small. No memory is too humble. Every devotee has a story that can inspire. Please submit your memoir by Monday, 18 August 2025, here.

Bhadra Purnima – Go to Goloka!
Wednesday 7 September
Contact Radha Raman 076 587 9558 or Radha Damodar 079 888 5643 or
Induprabha 083 232 2757 or sankirtanoffice@iskcondurban.net

ISKCON Durban Guesthouse
Call/WhatsApp +27 (0)65 678 9654
guesthouse@iskcondurban.net

Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm

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

Week Ahead 24-30 July 2025

Dear Friends

Altar Closed for Cleaning
Kindly note that the main altar will be closed on Saturday from 8:15am until 11:30am.

ISKCON DURBAN Community Database
On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the arrival of Srila Prabhupada in S.A., make sure that you are counted as being a part of his family. If you have not done so already, please register on our community database so that we can connect you to our programs and service opportunities. This is for all members of the Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple congregation: young or old, initiated or uninitiated. Please be counted here.

Want to be a vendor at the Janmashtami Festival Lotus Market?
Saturday 9th August & Sunday 10th August
9am – 3pm
Contact the following devotees to book a stall:
Dayal Caitanya 083 557 1062
Paramatma 076 549 5474
Namamrta Das 084 500 4101
What you can expect at the Crafts, Kids Activities, Jumping Castle, Live Entertainment, and more. Apply to be a vendor using the link at the end of this email. The cost is R500 for 2 days. Please note that we are not accepting vendors for food, beaded work & jewelry since we are full on these items.

Book Your Deity Festival Sponsorship Now!
You are invited to offer Deity sponsorships on the following festival days: Sri Balaram Purnima, Sri Krishna Janmashtami, Srila Prabhupada’s Sri Vyasa-puja, and Sri Radhashtami. Contact the TCK sponsorship number 063 297 4398 to make your booking. Offerings can be made in the names of loved ones.
Janmashtami Maha Yagna @9:30am
Saturday 16 August
Minimum donation: R108 per person. Book here
Janmashtami Maha Abhishek @9:30pm
Saturday 16 August
Sponsorship: R1008. Book here
Queries: Bhakti-katha Dasi via Whatsapp 061 464 5327.

Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple Women’s Forum presents
Women of Wisdom – A Spiritual Celebration
Saturday 9 August • 3pm-5pm
On this special occasion, we invite all women to gather with devotees of Krishna for a heartfelt celebration of feminine spiritual strength, guided by the teachings of bhakti-yoga and the lives of great women in our Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition. Women of Wisdom is more than an event—it’s a sacred space to reconnect with yourself, uplift one another, and awaken the deep spiritual power within. Through meaningful conversation, storytelling, and guided meditation, we will celebrate sisterhood in devotion. Get your tickets here. 

A Call to Share Your Memoir for the 40th Anniversary of Sri Sri Radha Radhanath
In celebration of the 40th Anniversary of our beloved Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple, we warmly invite you to share your service history, cherished memories, and heartfelt recollections. This is your opportunity to offer a personal memoir in honor of Their Lordships. Whether your service was small or extensive, recent or long ago, every contribution is meaningful. Your stories, experiences, and reflections will be lovingly compiled into an online commemorative publication to be released as part of the Anniversary Celebrations on 11 & 12 October 2025. No offering is too small. No memory is too humble. Every devotee has a story that can inspire. Please submit your memoir by Monday, 18 August 202,5 here.

Bhadra Purnima – Go to Goloka!
Wednesday 7 September
Please see the poster for full details.
Contact Radha Raman 076 587 9558 or Radha Damodar 079 888 5643 or
Induprabha 083 232 2757 or sankirtanoffice@iskcondurban.net

Week Ahead

Saturday 26 July
Transcendental Diaries Class @7:30am
With His Holiness Bhakti Jivan Vrajanandana Swami

Monthly Sankirtan Festival @9am
Meet at Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple Book Office. Book packs, teams, and spots will be provided. Return at 2:00pm for realizations and the special feast.
Register with Radha Raman Das 076 587 9558.

Durban CBD Maha Harinam @10:30am
Starting point: Outside Victoria Street Curio Market on Fish Market Street.

Sunday 27 July
Krishna Book Class @7:30am
With Her Grace Vaishnava Priya Dasi

Love Feast @11am
Man Proposes, God Disposes
With Her Grace Champakalata Devi Dasi 

Monday 28 July
Krishna Prema Nama-hatta (Unit 6/7) @7pm
Srila Prabhupada Video Class
By His Grace Raghava Caitanya Das
Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford, Chatsworth

Wednesday 30 July
Nitai Gaura Prema Nama-hatta (Saptah Mandir) @6:30pm
Bhagavad-gita Class
With His Grace Anantadev Das
Venue: Saptah Mandir
5 Whittaker Avenue, Reservoir Hills
Queries: Paramatma Das on +27765495474 via WhatsApp

Reminders

Tongaat Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival 
hosted by the Tongaat Nama-hatta
Saturday 2 August @5pm
Venue: Vishwaroop Temple Hall
10 Plane Street, Tongaat
Queries: Tulasi Devi Dasi 083 229 0291

ISKCON Durban Guesthouse
Call/WhatsApp +27 (0)65 678 9654
guesthouse@iskcondurban.net

Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm

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

Week Ahead 17-23 July 2025

Dear Friends

A Call to Share Your Memoir for the 40th Anniversary of Sri Sri Radha Radhanath
In celebration of the 40th Anniversary of our beloved Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple, we warmly invite you to share your service history, cherished memories, and heartfelt recollections. This is your opportunity to offer a personal memoir in honor of Their Lordships. Whether your service was small or extensive, recent or long ago, every contribution is meaningful. Your stories, experiences, and reflections will be lovingly compiled into an online commemorative publication to be released as part of the Anniversary Celebrations on 11 & 12 October 2025.

🪷 No offering is too small. No memory is too humble. Every devotee has a story that can inspire. 🪷

Prompts to Help You Compile Your 40th Anniversary Memoir
Choose any that inspire you — you’re welcome to answer one or many, or simply share your story in your own way.

Service Memories (Seva)
• What was your first service at Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple?
• Describe a particular service that deeply touched your heart.
• Who inspired or guided you in your service?
• Have you seen how a service you or others rendered has grown over the years?
• Did you take part in festivals, cooking, cleaning, gardening, book distribution, teaching, etc.? What was it like?

Personal Encounters with the Deities
• Can you describe a powerful or intimate moment you had with Sri Sri Radha Radhanath?
• Have you ever received a special reciprocation or answer to prayer?
• How has your relationship with the Deities evolved over time?
• Was there a darshan you’ll never forget?

Community and Devotees
• Who were some of the devotees who inspired or mentored you?
• Are there humorous, heartwarming, or powerful stories from your time in the community?
• How has the devotee community impacted your spiritual life?

Festivals & Celebrations
• Do you have a favourite festival memory (e.g., Ratha Yatra, Janmashtami, Vyasa Puja, etc.)?
• Were you involved in organising or participating in a special event?
• How did the celebrations feel back then compared to now?

Transformation & Growth
• How has the temple or community changed over the years in your view?
• How has your own spiritual journey evolved alongside the temple?
• What lessons or realizations have you carried from your time at Sri Sri Radha Radhanath?

Artifacts, Photos & Keepsakes
• Do you have a cherished photo, object, or keepsake linked to the temple? What is its story?
• If you have a photo, would you like to include a caption or reflection about it?

Open Reflection
If Sri Sri Radha Radhanath were reading your message, what would you want to say?
What does the temple mean to you today?
For Those Who Have Passed On
• Would you like to honour the memory of a devotee who served at the temple?
• What legacy did they leave in your life or in the community?

Note: Feel free to respond in your own voice — poetic, reflective, humorous, devotional, or conversational.

Further Assistance
Your Connection to the Temple
•In what year did you first visit or begin serving at Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple? (Short answer)
• Are you currently active in temple service or the community? (Multiple choice)
1. Yes
2. No
3. Occasionally
4. Not currently, but previously active

Memoir Submission
You may answer as many prompts as you’d like. You can also submit your own free-form reflection.
• Tell us about your first service or involvement at the temple. (Paragraph)
• Share a special moment or memory with Sri Sri Radha Radhanath. (Paragraph)
• Reflect on a festival or event that deeply touched you. (Paragraph)
• Is there a devotee who inspired you? Please tell us about them. (Paragraph)
• In your own words, what does the temple mean to you? (Paragraph)
• Would you like to include a personal message to Sri Sri Radha Radhanath? (Optional – Paragraph)

Please submit your memoir by Monday, 18 August 2025, here.

Week Ahead

Hare Krishna Tent Campaign
Hosted by La Mercy Nama-hatta
18 & 19 July (Friday & Saturday)
From 6pm
Venue: Peace Park
Corner of Belvedere Drive & Flamingo Drive, Flamingo Heights, Tongaat

Saturday 19 July
Special Class @7:30am
ISKCON’s Seven Purposes –
In celebration of the Incorporation of ISKCON in New York
with His Holiness Bhakti Jivan Vrajanandana Swami

Sunday 20 July
Krishna Book Class @7:30am
With His Grace Vibhu Caitanya Das

Love Feast @11am
Guru Tattva: The Truth of Spiritual Master
With Bhakti Jivan Vrajanandana Swami 

Gaura Hari Prema Nama-hatta (Clare Estate) @3pm
Bhagavad Gita Class
With His Grace Madhumangal Das
Venue: Kampara Conference Centre
Kampara Business Park, 490 Clare Road, Clare Estate
Queries: Paramatma Das on +27765495474 via WhatsApp 

Monday 21 July
Ekadasi – Fast from all grains, beans & legumes.
Krishna Prema Nama-hatta (Unit 6/7) @7pm
Bhagavad Gita Class
By Bhakti Jivan Vrajanandana Swami
Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford, Chatsworth

Tuesday 22 July
Ekadasi Break Fast 06:47 – 10:17

Wednesday 23 July
Nitai Gaura Prema Nama-hatta (Saptah Mandir) @6:30pm
Bhagavad Gita Class
With Bhakti Jivan Vrajanandana Swami
Venue: Saptah Mandir
5 Whittaker Avenue, Reservoir Hills
Queries: Paramatma Das on +27765495474 via WhatsApp

Reminders

ISKCON Durban Guesthouse
Call/WhatsApp +27 (0)65 678 9654
guesthouse@iskcondurban.net

Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm

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

Week Ahead 10-16 July 2025

Dear Friends

Want to be a vendor at the Janmashtami Festival Lotus Market?
Saturday 9th August & Sunday 10th August
9am – 3pm
Contact the following devotees to book a stall:
Dayal Caitanya 083 557 1062
Paramatma 076 549 5474
Namamrta Das 084 500 4101
What you can expect at the Crafts, Kids Activities, Jumping Castle, Live Entertainment, and more. Apply to be a vendor here. The cost is R500 for 2 days. Please note that we are not accepting vendors for food, beaded work & jewelry since we are full on these items.

Book Your Deity Festival Sponsorship Now!
You are invited to offer Deity sponsorships on the following festival days: Sri Balaram Purnima, Sri Krishna Janmashtami, Srila Prabhupada’s Sri Vyasa-puja, and Sri Radhashtami. Contact the TCK sponsorship number 063 297 4398 to make your booking. Offerings can be made in the names of loved ones.
Janmashtami Maha Yagna @9:30am
Saturday 16 August
Minimum donation: R108 per person. Book here
Janmashtami Maha Abhishek @9:30pm
Saturday 16 August
Sponsorship: R1008. Book here
Contact: Bhakti-katha Dasi via Whatsapp 061 464 5327

Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple Women’s Forum presents
Women of Wisdom – A Spiritual Celebration
Saturday 9 August • 3pm-5pm
On this special occasion, we invite all women to gather with devotees of Krishna for a heartfelt celebration of feminine spiritual strength, guided by the teachings of bhakti-yoga and the lives of great women in our Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition. Women of Wisdom is more than an event—it’s a sacred space to reconnect with yourself, uplift one another, and awaken the deep spiritual power within. Through meaningful conversation, storytelling, and guided meditation, we will celebrate sisterhood in devotion. Get your tickets here. 

Bhadra Purnima – Go to Goloka!
Wednesday 7 September
What is so special about Bhadra Purnima?
“If on the full moon day of the month of Bhadra one places Srimad Bhagavatam [SB] on a golden throne and gives it as a gift, he will attain the supreme transcendental destination.” SB 12.13.13
Possible ways you can “attain the supreme transcendental destination.”
1. Gift a set to family or a friend.
2. Contribute ANY amount towards a set.
3. Donate a set to an institution, such as a library, university, or workplace. You can donate to the school you attended or the library in your area – in that way give back to your own community.
4. Club together 5-6 family & friends and together sponsor a set.
Payment options – we’ve come up with affordable ways to sponsor a set.
Once-off = R3400
Over three months = R1134
Over six months = R567
Contact Radha Raman 076 587 9558 or Radha Damodar 079 888 5643 or Induprabha 083 232 2757, or sankirtanoffice@iskcondurban.net

Week Ahead

Thursday 10 July
Sri Guru Purnima
Srila Sanatana Gosvami’s Disappearance Anniversary
1st Month of Chaturmasya Begins – Fast from green leafy vegetables for one month. 

Saturday 12 July
Transcendental Diaries Class @7:30am
With His Grace Anukul Krishna Das

🎭 Bhakti Theatre presents, in honour of the 50th Anniversary of Srila Prabhupada’s visit to South Africa, presents
Make Me Dance – A Dance & Poetry Drama
July 12 | 12pm & 4pm | The Playhouse
Get your tickets from Webtickets here. 

Sunday 13 July
Krishna Book Class @7:30am
with Her Grace Ranga Devi Das

Love Feast @11am
The Need for a Spiritual Teacher
With His Grace Rathim Krishna Das 

Gaura Hari Prema Nama-hatta (Clare Estate) @3pm
Bhagavad Gita Class
With His Grace Madhumangal Das
Venue: Kampara Conference Centre
Kampara Business Park, 490 Clare Road, Clare Estate
Queries: Paramatma Das on +27765495474 via WhatsApp 

Monday 14 July
Krishna Prema Nama-hatta (Unit 6/7) @7pm
Bhagavad Gita Class
By His Grace Raghava Caitanya Das
Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford, Chatsworth

Tuesday 15 July
Srila Gopala Bhatta Gosvami’s Disappearance Anniversary

Wednesday 16 July
Nitai Gaura Prema Nama-hatta (Saptah Mandir) @6:30pm
Prabhupada’s Mood in the West
With His Grace Anukul Krishna Das
Venue: Saptah Mandir
5 Whittaker Avenue, Reservoir Hills
Queries: Paramatma Das on +27765495474 via WhatsApp

Reminders

Share Your Memoirs
To celebrate our 40th Anniversary, we invite you to share your service history, impressionable remembrances, and recollections. This is your personal memoir to Sri Sri Radha Radhanath. No service is too small or insignificant. All submissions will be collated into an online publication in time for the 40th Anniversary Celebrations (11 & 12 October 2025). Submissions close on Thursday, 31 July 2025. Submit here. 

ISKCON Durban Guesthouse
Call/WhatsApp +27 (0)65 678 9654
guesthouse@iskcondurban.net

Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm

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

Week Ahead 3-9 July 2025

Dear Friends

Just 10 days away from this monumental offering to Srila Prabhupada!
🎭 Bhakti Theatre presents, in honour of the 50th Anniversary of Srila Prabhupada’s visit to South Africa presents
Make Me Dance
A Dance & Poetry Drama
July 12 | 12pm & 4pm | The Playhouse
Fifty years ago, one man arrived in South Africa with a message that transcended race, fear, and division: real love knows no borders. Through dance, poetry, music, and story, we celebrate the legacy of Srila Prabhupada — and those who dared to awaken spiritually during Apartheid.
Feel. Move. Remember. This show also marks Bhakti Theatre’s 10th Anniversary! Get your tickets from Webtickets here. 

Book Your Deity Festival Sponsorship Now!
You are invited to offer Deity sponsorships on the following festival days: Sri Balaram Purnima, Sri Krishna Janmashtami, Srila Prabhupada’s Sri Vyasa-puja, and Sri Radhashtami. Contact the TCK sponsorship number 063 297 4398 to make your booking. Offerings can be made in the names of loved ones.
Janmashtami Maha Yagna @9:30am
Saturday 16 August
Minimum donation: R108 per person. Book here
Janmashtami Maha Abhishek @9:30pm
Saturday 16 August
Sponsorship: R1008. Book here
Contact: Bhakti-katha Dasi via Whatsapp 061 464 5327 or book via the links at the end of this email.

Want to be a vendor at the Janmashtami Festival Lotus Market?
Saturday 9th August & Sunday 10th August
9am – 3pm
Contact the following devotees to book a stall:
Dayal Caitanya 083 557 1062
Paramatma 076 549 5474
Namamrta Das 084 500 4101
What you can expect at the market: Vegan & Veg Food, Arts & Crafts, Kids Activities, Jumping Castle, Live Entertainment, and more. Apply to be a vendor here. The cost is R500 for 2 days.
Please note that we are not accepting vendors for food, beaded work & jewelry since we are full on these items.

Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple Women’s Forum presents
Women of Wisdom – A Spiritual Celebration
Saturday 9 August • 3pm-5pm
On this special occasion, we invite all women to gather with devotees of Krishna for a heartfelt celebration of feminine spiritual strength, guided by the teachings of bhakti-yoga and the lives of great women in our Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition. Women of Wisdom is more than an event—it’s a sacred space to reconnect with yourself, uplift one another, and awaken the deep spiritual power within. Through meaningful conversation, storytelling, and guided meditation, we will celebrate sisterhood in devotion. Get your tickets here. 

Week Ahead

Saturday 5 July
Transcendental Diaries Class @7:30am
with His Grace Smita Krishna Das

Sunday 6 July
Ekadasi – Fast from all grains, beans & legumes.
Krishna Book Class @7:30am
with His Grace Devadeva Das

Love Feast @11am
Bhadra Purnima
with His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami 

Gaura Hari Prema Nama-hatta (Clare Estate) @3pm
Bhagavad Gita Class
with His Grace Madhumangal Das
Venue: Kampara Conference Centre
Kampara Business Park, 490 Clare Road, Clare Estate
Queries: Paramatma Das on +27765495474 via WhatsApp 

Monday 7 July
Ekadasi Break Fast 06:51 – 10:17
Krishna Prema Nama-hatta (Unit 6/7) @7pm
Bhagavad Gita Class
By His Grace Bhakta Nischay
Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford, Chatsworth

Wednesday 9 July
Nitai Gaura Prema Nama-hatta (Saptah Mandir) @6:30pm
Bhagavad Gita Class
with His Grace Jaisacinandana Das
Venue: Saptah Mandir
5 Whittaker Avenue, Reservoir Hills
Queries: Paramatma Das on +27765495474 via WhatsApp

Thursday 10 July
Sri Guru Purnima
Srila Sanatana Gosvami’s Disappearance Anniversary
1st Month of Chaturmasya Begins – Fast from green leafy vegetables for one month. 

Reminders

Share Your Memoirs 
To celebrate our 40th Anniversary we invite you to share your service history, impressionable remembrances, and recollections. This is your personal memoir of Sri Sri Radha Radhanath. No service is too small or insignificant. All submissions will be collated into an online publication in time for the 40th Anniversary Celebrations (11 & 12 October 2025). Submissions close on Thursday 31 July 2025. Submit here. 

ISKCON Durban Guesthouse
Call/WhatsApp +27 (0)65 678 9654
guesthouse@iskcondurban.net

Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm

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

Week Ahead 26 June – 2 July 2025

Dear Friends

Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple Women’s Forum presents
Women of Wisdom – A Spiritual Celebration
Saturday 9 August • 3pm-5pm
On this special occasion, we invite all women to gather with devotees of Krishna for a heartfelt celebration of feminine spiritual strength, guided by the teachings of bhakti-yoga and the lives of great women in our Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition. Women of Wisdom is more than an event—it’s a sacred space to reconnect with yourself, uplift one another, and awaken the deep spiritual power within. Through meaningful conversation, storytelling, and guided meditation, we will celebrate sisterhood in devotion. Get your tickets here. 

Book Your Deity Festival Sponsorship Now!
You are invited to offer Deity sponsorships on the following festival days: Sri Balaram Purnima, Sri Krishna Janmashtami, Srila Prabhupada’s Sri Vyasa-puja, and Sri Radhashtami. Contact the TCK sponsorship number 063 297 4398 to make your booking. Offerings can be made in the names of loved ones.
Janmashtami Maha Yagna @9:30am
Saturday 16 August
Minimum donation: R108 per person. Book here
Janmashtami Maha Abhishek @9:30pm
Saturday 16 August
Sponsorship: R1008. Book here.
Contact: Bhakti-katha Dasi via Whatsapp 061 464 5327 or book via the links at the end of this email.

🎭 Bhakti Theatre presents, in honour of the 50th Anniversary of Srila Prabhupada’s visit to South Africa presents
Make Me Dance
A Dance & Poetry Drama
July 12 | 12pm & 4pm | The Playhouse
Fifty years ago, one man arrived in South Africa with a message that transcended race, fear, and division: real love knows no borders. Through dance, poetry, music, and story, we celebrate the legacy of Srila Prabhupada — and those who dared to awaken spiritually during Apartheid. Feel. Move. Remember. This show also marks Bhakti Theatre’s 10th Anniversary! Get your tickets here. 

Week Ahead

Friday 27 June
Ratha-yatra in Jagannath Puri
Sri Svarup Damodar Gosvami’s Disappearance Anniversary
Sri Sevananda Sena’s Disappearance Anniversary 

Saturday 28 June
Transcendental Diaries Class @7:30am
with His Grace Raghava Caitanya Das

Monthly Sankirtan Festival @9am
Meet at Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple Book Office. Book packs, teams, and spots will be provided. Return at 2:00pm for realizations and the special feast. Register with Radha Raman Das 076 587 9558.

Sunday 29 June
Krishna Book Class @7:30am
with His Grace Jaisacinandana Das

Love Feast @11am
Srila Prabhupada – Our Well-wisher
with His Grace Rathim Krishna Das 

Gaura Hari Prema Nama-hatta (Clare Estate) @3pm
Bhagavad Gita Class
with His Grace Madhumangal Das
Venue: Kampara Conference Centre
Kampara Business Park, 490 Clare Road, Clare Estate
Queries: Paramatma Das on +27765495474 via WhatsApp 

Monday 30 June
Sri Vakresvara Pandit’s Disappearance Anniversary
Krishna Prema Nama-hatta (Unit 6/7) @7pm
Bhagavad Gita Class
By His Grace Bhakta Nischay
Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford, Chatsworth

Wednesday 2 July
Nitai Gaura Prema Nama-hatta (Saptah Mandir) @6:30pm
Bhagavad Gita Class
with His Grace Shyamadyuti Das
Venue: Saptah Mandir
5 Whittaker Avenue, Reservoir Hills
Queries: Paramatma Das on +27765495474 via WhatsApp

Reminders

Share Your Memoirs 
To celebrate our 40th Anniversary we invite you to share your service history, impressionable remembrances, and recollections. This is your personal memoir of Sri Sri Radha Radhanath. No service is too small or insignificant. All submissions will be collated into an online publication in time for the 40th Anniversary Celebrations (11 & 12 October 2025). Submissions close on Thursday 31 July 2025. Submit here. 

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