Week Ahead 31 May – 1 June 2024

Dear Friends

Submission of Offerings to Śrīla Prabhupāda Close on Sunday 2 June
BBT Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā Book 2024
The Vyāsa-pūjā of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda takes place on Tuesday, 27 August 2024. You are invited to share your heartfelt appreciation, service reports, and realisations. Offerings must be submitted here. 

Holy Name Immersion Retreat – A Weekend of Kirtan and Japa
Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple
15-17 June 2024
Refresh, invigorate, and deepen your relationship with the holy name. Find inspiration, practical techniques and life experience to add joy to your japa.
Presenters:
Bhakti Caitanya Swami
Raghunath Bhatta Das
Rukmini Devi Dasi
Smita Krishna Das
Swarup Damodar Das

Saturday • 3pm – 8pm
Sunday • 10am – 6pm
Monday (Pandava Nirjala Ekadasi) • 4:30am – 2:30pm
Registration is essential and closes on Thursday 13 June 2024. Please register here.
Limited accommodation at the temple is open to attendees for the retreat. Book your accommodation with Bhakti-katha Dasi at 061 464 5327.

End-of-Life-Care Preparation & Funeral Rites Seminar
Hosted by the Ministry of Devotee Care SA ICW New Jagannath Puri Temple
Presenters: Sukanti Radha Dasi (UK), Dr Vaishnava Pran Das, Jayananda Das and Smara-hari Das
Venue: New Jagannath Puri Temple
Dates: Sat 8th June (9am-4pm), Sun 9th June 9am-12h00
This course covers how to converse with a dying person, the funeral procedure, and a philosophical overview of death and dying.
Please register here. 

Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple 40th Anniversary Logo Design Contest
Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple celebrates its 40th Anniversary in 2025. We are looking for a logo that will honour this momentous occasion. The winning logo will be used across all platforms (print and digital).
Competition Rules & Guidelines
1. The logo MUST include the temple logo, 40th [Anniversary – optional], and 1985 – 2025.
2. It must be an original artwork (both traditional and digital mediums are acceptable.)
3. No AI-generated logos, however, you may use AI to help with a concept.
4. The logo should not be too fine as it will be hard to use as social media icons, display pictures and smaller print.
5. Logos that are either a square or a circle will be an advantage.
6. You may submit multiple entries.
Submit your entry to temple@iskcondurban.net. Closing date: 10 July 2024. For queries email: rasasthali@iskcondurban.net

Week Ahead

Saturday 1 June
Transcendental Diaries Class @7:30am
with Her Grace Gaura Premi Devi Dasi 

Westville Nama-hatta @3pm
Discussion on Bhagavad Gita As It Is
with Her Grace Maha Laksmi Devi Dasi
Venue: UKZN Westville Hindu Centre
RSVP: Gaura Premi Devi Dasi on 0846239164 (WhatsApp only)

An Evening with His Holiness Partha Sarathi Das Goswami @7pm
Light prasada will be served. 

Sunday 2 June
Ekadasi – Fast from all grains, beans & legumes. 

Krishna Book Class @7:30am
with His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami

Love Feast @11am
Lessons in Faith and Perseverance: The Exemplary Devotion of Prahlad Maharaja
with His Grace Vibhu Caitanya Das

Monday 3 June
Ekadasi Break Fast
06:44 – 10:10

Unit 6/7 Nama-hatta @7pm
Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford, Chatsworth

Thursday 6 June
Lotus Park Nama-hatta @6:45pm
Discussion on Bhagavad Gita As It is
with His Grace Swarup Damodar Das
Venue: Dharam Mandir, 225 Lotus Drive
Queries: Dayal Caitanya Das 0835571062 

Reminders

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 May 2024

Dear Friends

Spiritual Warrior – Understanding Life and its Epic Battles 
By School of Bhakti Durban
This is a 3-session beginner’s course.
Saturdays: May25th, June 1st and 8th
Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple
Group 1: 10AM to 12:30PM
Group 2: 2:30AM to 5PM
Course fee: R150
Register here.
For queries contact Rukmini at 0845791080.

End-of-Life-Care Preparation & Funeral Rites Seminar
Hosted by the Ministry of Devotee Care SA icw New Jagannath Puri Temple 
Presenters: Sukanti Radha Dasi (UK), Dr Vaishnava Pran Das, Jayananda Das and Smara-hari Das
Venue: New Jagannath Puri Temple
Dates: Sat 8th June (9am-4pm), Sun 9th June 9am-12h00
This course covers how to converse with a dying person, the funeral procedure, and a philosophical overview of death and dying.
Register here. 

40th Anniversary Logo Design Contest
Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple celebrates its 40th Anniversary in 2025. We are looking for a logo that will honour this momentous occasion. The winning logo will be used across all platforms (print and digital).
Competition Rules
The logo MUST include the temple logo, 40th [Anniversary – optional], and 1985 – 2025.
Must be an original artwork (both traditional and digital mediums are acceptable.)
No AI-generated logos, however, you may use AI to help with a concept.
The logo should not be too fine as it will be hard to use as social media icons, display pictures and smaller print.
Logos that are either a square or a circle will be an advantage.
You may submit multiple entries.
Download the Temple logo here.
Submit your entry to temple@iskcondurban.net. Closing date: 10 July 2024. For queries email: rasasthali@iskcondurban.net

Notice
The Prasad Coupon System will be in effect from Sunday 26 May.
Govinda’s and Radhanath’s Gifts will be closed on Wednesday 29 May. 

Week Ahead

Friday 24 May
Kendra Nama-hatta @7pm
The Glorious Vaishnava Tilak
By His Grace Jagadananda Pandit Das
Venue: Kendra Hall, 5 John Zikhali Rd, Greyville
RSVP via Whatsapp 083 453 3026 (Bhakta Shravan)

Saturday 25 May
Transcendental Diaries Class @7:30am
By His Grace Patanjali Muni Das

May Monthly Sankirtan Festival @9:30am

Meet at the Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Prasad Marquee to collect your book pack and join a team on book distribution. We will meet back at the temple at 1:00pm for realisations and a prasad feast.

Sunday 26 May
Krishna Book Class @7:30am
By His Grace Virabhadra Das

Love Feast @11am
The Power of Association
with His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami

Monday 27 May
Krishna Prema Nama-hatta @7pm
Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford 

The Bhaktivedanta College of Education & Culture
In-person Nectar of Devotion Overview
Three x 2-hour sessions
You require the book, Nectar of Devotion. The course fee is R 50.
Saturdays • 25 May, 1 & 8 June 2024 • 2pm-4pm
Venue: Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple (Srila Prabhupada’s Room)
Course facilitator: Radhika Sundari Dasi (0836115194)
You can message the facilitator AND register here.

Reminders

Call for Written Offerings to Śrīla Prabhupāda
BBT Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā Book 2024
The Vyāsa-pūjā of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda takes place on Tuesday, 27 August 2024. You are invited to share your heartfelt appreciation, service reports, and realisations. Offerings for the Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā book may be submitted anytime from now until Sunday, 2 June. All offerings must be submitted here. Once submitted, a confirmation will be displayed on the webpage.

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 May 2024

Dear Friends

Sri Nrsimha Chaturdasi – Appearance Anniversary of Lord Nrsimha
Wednesday 22 May 
Fast until dusk (5:33pm)

Festival Guide
4:30am Mangal Arati & Japa
7:15am Srila Prabhupada’s Guru-puja
7:30am Greeting the Deities in Their new outfits
7:45am Special Lord Nrsimha Class by His Grace Swarup Damodar Das

3:30pm Sri Nrsimha Yajna (booking essential, no walk-ins)
5:30pm Sri Nrsimha Maha Abhishek
6:00pm Break Fast Feast
7:00pm Gaura Arati & Kirtan
7:30pm Special Lord Nrsimha Class by His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami

Sri Nrsimha Maha Abhishek @5:30pm
You are invited to sponsor Lord Nrsimhadeva’s Maha Abhishek.
The cost is R508. Please book here.
Contact Bhakti Katha via WhatsApp 061 464 5327

Notice
The Prasad Coupon System will be in effect from Sunday 26 May.
Govinda’s and Radhanath’s Gifts will be closed on Wednesday 29 May. 

Week Ahead

Friday 17 May
Kendra Nama-hatta @7pm
An Evening with His Holiness Partha Sarathi Das Goswami
Venue: Kendra Hall, 5 John Zikhali Rd, Greyville
RSVP via Whatsapp 083 453 3026 (Bhakta Shravan)

Saturday 18 May
Morning Class @7:30am
Troubleshooting On the Path of Bhakti Part 1
Based on the Madhurya Kadambini by Srila Visvanath Cakravarti
with His Holiness SB Kesava Swami

Jewels for Mental Strength – Youth Event @11am
New Jagannath Puri Temple
with His Holiness SB Kesava Swami

Sunday 19 May
Ekadasi – Fast from all grains, beans & legumes. 

Morning Class @7:30am
Troubleshooting On the Path of Bhakti Part 2
Based on the Madhurya Kadambini by Srila Visvanath Cakravarti
with His Holiness SB Kesava Swami

Love Feast @11am
Vidura’s Teachings from Mahabharata
with His Grace Patanjali Muni Das
About His Grace Patanjali Muni Das
His Grace Patanjali Muni Das, a devoted disciple of Bhakti Tirtha Swami, serves as the regional secretary of ISKCON in South Korea and as the Temple President of Sri Sri Radha Krishnachandra Temple in Seoul. His journey into Krishna consciousness began in London and led him to South Korea, where he is committed to serving the Krishna-conscious community there.

New Jagannath Puri Temple Love Feast @11am
with His Holiness SB Kesava Swami

Monday 20 May
Ekadasi Break Fast 06:36 – 10:07

Morning Class @7:30am
Leadership – The Prthu Principle: Cultivating Integrity
With His Holiness SB Kesava Swami

Krishna Prema Nama-hatta @7pm
Bhagavad-gita Discussion 
with His Grace Patanjali Muni Das
Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford 

The Bhaktivedanta College of Education & Culture May Course Guide
In-person Nectar of Devotion Overview
Three x 2-hour sessions
You require the book, Nectar of Devotion. The course fee is R 50.
Saturdays • 25 May, 1 & 8 June 2024 • 2pm-4pm
Venue: Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple (Srila Prabhupada’s Room)
Course facilitator: Radhika Sundari Dasi (0836115194)
You can message the facilitator AND register using this link.

Reminders
Call for Written Offerings to Śrīla Prabhupāda
BBT Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā Book 2024

The Vyāsa-pūjā of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda takes place on Tuesday, 27 August 2024. You are invited to share your heartfelt appreciation, service reports, and realisations. Offerings for the Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā book may be submitted anytime from now until Sunday, 2 June. All offerings must be submitted here. Once submitted, a confirmation will be displayed on the webpage.

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 May 2024

Dear Friends

Sri Nrsimha Chaturdasi – Appearance Anniversary of Lord Nrsimha
Wednesday 22 May
Fast until dusk (5:33pm)
We are offering two options for active participation in the upcoming Nrsimha Festival. You may take advantage of either or both:
Sri Nrsimha Yagna @3:30pm
There is no cost to participate, however, the sastra states no yagna is complete without daan (or giving). We, therefore, invite you to offer a donation. Booking is essential and limited. Book here.
Maha Abhishek @5:30pm
You are invited to sponsor Lord Nrsimhadeva’s Maha Abhishek. The cost is R508. Book here.
Contact Bhakti Katha via WhatsApp 061 464 5327

Everything you need to know about the Prasad Coupon System
Why are we introducing prasad coupons?
The Sunday Love Feast is designed to give us our weekly boost of happiness in bhakti in the association of devotees. The festival is made up of these important elements:
guru-puja & kirtan, philosophical discussion, arati & kirtan, and prasad.
The Temple is eager to reciprocate with those who are committed to the full experience of the Love Feast.

What does the coupon entitle me to?
Prasad coupon holders can join the priority queue for prasad, which allows them to be served first.

Who will receive a coupon?
Those who commit to the full experience of the Love Feast will receive a prasad coupon. The coupons will be handed out in the temple room just before the class when everyone is seated.

What does this mean if I don’t have a coupon?
Everyone will be served prasad however, you will be served only after all coupon holders are served.
Note: The Prasad Coupon System will be in effect from Sunday 26 May. 

Spiritual Warrior – Tools for the Inner Battle
Hosted by School of Bhakti Durban
Sunday • May 19th • 4pm – 7pm
The cost is R100 and includes supper. Registration is compulsory via this link. (50% Discount for pensioners and students.)
Did you complete the Soul Quest at the Durban Festival of Chariots?
You still need to register using the link and simply produce your completed Soul Quest card to gain free entry to the seminar. 

Week Ahead

Friday 10 May
Akshaya Tritiya

Special Class on Akshaya Tritiya by His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami @5:30pm
You are welcome to attend the class in person at Maharaja’s apartment.
Or join via Zoom here
Meeting ID: 827 0816 0868
Passcode: 445470

Saturday 11 May
Transcendental Diaries Class @7:30am
With His Grace Raghava Caitanya Das

Westville Nama-hatta @3pm
The Science of the Soul: Discussions on Bhagavad Gita As It Is, Chapter 2
Venue: UKZN Westville Hindu Centre
Facilitated by Her Grace Gaura Premi Devi Dasi
Dinner prasad will be served after the program.
RSVP via WhatsApp: Karuna-sakti Dasi on 071 051 5320

Sunday 12 May
Krishna Book Class @7:30am
With His Grace Jaisacinandana Das

Love Feast @11am
Vedic Samskaras in Gaudiya Vaishnavism
As delineated by Gopal Bhatta Goswami, Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakur, and Srila Prabhupada.
with Her Grace Radha Sundari Devi Dasi 

About Her Grace Radha Sundari Devi Dasi
Her Grace Radha Sundari Devi Dasi was raised in the New Vrindavan community in the US and benefitted from the association of the many great souls who reside there. She assisted His Holiness Bhakti Charu Swami in managing various projects across the globe. She served as a Temple Co-president, teaches courses on samskaras and Vaishnava Etiquette, assists at His Holiness Radhanath Swami’s international office, and serves as the GBC Executive Secretary.

Monday 13 May
Krishna Prema Nama-hatta @7pm
Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford 

Wednesday 15 May
Special Program with His Holiness SB Kesava Swami @7pm
Topic: Desire Management 

Thursday 16 May
Srimati Sita Devi’s Appearance (Consort of Lord Rama.)
Srimati Jahnava Devi’s Appearance (Consort of Lord Nityananda.)

Morning Class @7:30am
Leadership – The Prthu Principle: Becoming a Visionary
with SB Kesava Swami

Friday 17 May
Morning Class @7:30am
Leadership – The Prthu Principle: Inclusive Communities
with SB Kesava Swami

The Bhaktivedanta College of Education & Culture May Course Guide
In-person Sri Isopanisad Overview
Two x 2-hour sessions
You require the book, Sri Isopanisad. The course fee is R 30.
Saturdays • 11th & 18th May 2024 • 2pm-4pm
Venue: Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple (Srila Prabhupada’s Room)
Course facilitator: Raghunath Bhatta Das (0826140335)

In-person Nectar of Devotion Overview
Three x 2-hour sessions
You require the book, Nectar of Devotion. The course fee is R 50.
Saturdays • 25 May, 1 & 8 June 2024 • 2pm-4pm
Venue: Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple (Srila Prabhupada’s Room)
Course facilitator: Radhika Sundari Dasi (0836115194)
You can message the facilitator AND register using the link at the end of this email.

Reminders

Call for Written Offerings to Śrīla Prabhupāda
BBT Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā Book 2024
The Vyāsa-pūjā of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda takes place on Tuesday, 27 August 2024. You are invited to share your heartfelt appreciation, service reports, and realisations. Offerings for the Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā book may be submitted anytime from now until Sunday, 2 June. All offerings must be submitted here. Once submitted, a confirmation will be displayed on the webpage.

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 May 2024

Dear Friends

Week Ahead

Saturday 4 May
Ekadasi – Fast from all grains, beans & legumes.
Transcendental Diaries Class @7:30am
With His Grace Virabhadra Das

Special Evening @7pm
with His Holiness Partha Sarathi Das Goswami

Sunday 5 May
Ekadasi Break Fast 06:27 – 10:04
Krishna Book Class @7:30am
With His Grace Svetadvip Das

Love Feast @11am
The Next Step: A Bhakti Self-assessment Kit
with Her Grace Rukmini Devi Dasi 

Monday 6 May
Krishna Prema Nama-hatta @7pm
Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford 

Wednesday 8 May
Sri Gadadhar Pandit’s Appearance Anniversary

Friday 10 May
Akshaya Tritiya

The Bhaktivedanta College of Education & Culture May Course Guide
In-person Nectar of Instruction Overview
One x 3 hour session
You require the book, Nectar of Instruction. The course fee is R 20.
Saturday • 4 May 2024 • 1pm-4pm
Venue: Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple (Srila Prabhupada’s Room)
Course facilitator: Raghunath Bhatta Das (0826140335)

ONLINE Nectar of Instruction Overview
Two x 2 hour sessions
You require the book, Nectar of Instruction. The course fee is R 20.
Sundays • 5th &12th May 2024 • 5pm-7pm
Course facilitator: Vaisnava-priya Devi Dasi (078 442 8080)

In-person Bhakti Sadacara Certificate
Twenty x 90 min sessions
You require the book, Science of Self Realisation. The course fee is R 150.
Commencing Saturday 4 May 2024 • 4:30pm-6pm
Venue: Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple (College Room)
Course facilitator: Radhika Sundari Dasi (0836115194)

In-person Sri Isopanisad Overview
Two x 2 hour sessions
You require the book, Sri Isopanisad. The course fee is R 30.
Saturdays • 11th & 18th May 2024 • 2pm-4pm
Venue: Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple (Srila Prabhupada’s Room)
Course facilitator: Raghunath Bhatta Das (0826140335)

In-person Nectar of Devotion Overview
Three x 2 hour sessions
You require the book, Nectar of Devotion. The course fee is R 50.
Saturdays • 25 May, 1 & 8 June 2024 • 2pm-4pm
Venue: Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple (Srila Prabhupada’s Room)
Course facilitator: Radhika Sundari Dasi (0836115194)

You can message the facilitator AND register here.

His Holiness SB Kesava Swami’s Visit
15-19 May 2024
Note: All events are hosted at Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple unless otherwise stated. 

Desire Management
Wednesday • May 15th • 7pm

Leadership – The Prthu Principle
7:30am – 8:30am
Becoming a Visionary • Thursday May 16th
Inclusive Communities • Friday May 17th
Cultivating Integrity • Monday May 20th

Troubleshooting On the Path of Bhakti
This seminar is based on the Madhurya Kadambini by Srila Visvanath Cakravarti.
Saturday & Sunday • May 18th-19th • 7:30am

Youth Festival @New Jagannath Puri Temple 
Saturday • May 18th • 11am

Love Feast @New Jagannath Puri Temple
Sunday • May 19th • 11am

Spiritual Warrior – Tools for the Inner Battle
Hosted by School of Bhakti Durban
Sunday • May 19th • 4pm – 7pm
Cost R100 and includes supper. Registration is compulsory via the link at the end of this email. (50% Discount for pensioners and students.)
Did you complete the Soul Quest at the Durban Festival of Chariots?
You still need to register using the link and simply produce your completed Soul Quest card to gain free entry to the seminar.
Register here

Call for Written Offerings to Śrīla Prabhupāda
BBT Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā Book 2024
The Vyāsa-pūjā of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda takes place on Tuesday, 27 August 2024. You are invited to share your heartfelt appreciation, service reports, and realisations. Offerings for the Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā book may be submitted anytime from now until Sunday, 2 June. All offerings must be submitted here. Once submitted, a confirmation will display on the webpage.

Vacancy at Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple
Maintenance Supervisor
We are looking for a Maintenance Supervisor with the following:
Good leadership qualities
Strong interpersonal skills
Problem-solving ability
Good Time management skills
Good communication skills
Ability to train workers
Ability to work in a team
Flexibility

Roles and Responsibilities
Supervising general workers on routine, emergency, and special projects
Liaising with subcontractors for routine, emergency, and special projects
Sourcing of quotes from external service providers
Preparing timesheets for staff for salary purposes
Preparation of supply orders
Collection of orders from suppliers
Coordinate staff to assist other departments
Approval of staff leave
Addressing any concerns raised by staff
Ensure Health and Safety compliance and PPE compliance
Assist with special events including festivals (staff involvement, planning, and execution)
Ensure quality control in routine work and special projects
Dispatch and control the use of consumables
Dispatch and control the use of tools and equipment
Ensure that all tools and equipment are functional
Schedule regular servicing, maintenance, and upgrades of tools and equipment
Servicing of guest rooms
Must be available to work odd hours
Supervise cleaning and washing of all areas of the property
Closing date: 20 May 2024. Please drop your CV at Temple Reception or email to reception@iskcondurban.net.

Reminders

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