Week Ahead 27 May – 2 June 2021

Dear Friends

Radhanath’s Gifts Reopens
Trading times:
Fridays & Saturdays 9:30am-4pm
Sundays 9:30am-1pm
Limited items are available at the Book Table during the week. 

Maha Prasad Collection Times
Maha prasad must be collected by 4pm Mondays to Saturdays and by 1pm on Sunday. 

PADMA Store Online
The PADMA Project vision is to develop a sustainable plan to develop both the ISKCON DURBAN property and the devotee community. This endeavour requires resources and we have thus decided to open an online store that will help our devotee community while raising funds. ISKCON Durban would like to partner with local devotee entrepreneurs by creating a platform where we can offer handmade, locally sourced items for the online store. All profits will go towards The PADMA Project, which is ISKCON Durban’s strategic and development plan to restore and uplift the temple facilities. If you would like to join this initiative, contact us at padmaproject@iskcondurban.net
Instagram @thepadmastore_sa
Facebook The PADMA Store – SA

Sunday 30 May
The Morning Program @4:30am
Mangal Arati, Tulsi Puja, Japa, Reading, Greetings, and Guru-puja.
Book here

Kirtan & Class @9:30am
“Rivers Don’t Drink Their Own Waters”
With His Grace Atri Risi Das
Book here

The ISKCON Disciples Course Via ZOOM
Kindly note this course is fully booked. 

The Vaishnavi Ministry of SA presents
Vaishnavi Public Speaking Training
Via ZOOM
Saturday 19 & 26 June
2pm-5pm
To book or for more information:
anushka.haripersad@gmail.com or WhatsApp 067 264 5562

Homage to His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada
BBTAfrica invites you to submit an offering for the Sri Vyasa-puja book.
Deadline 20 June 2021.
Submit your offering here 

Reminders

Govinda’s Takeaway
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4:00pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-1:00pm
CLOSED on Wednesdays, except when Ekadasis and public holidays.
Takeaway only. The sit-down restaurant remains closed for now.
WhatsApp 078 849 4291

Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple Darshan
Monday–Saturday 8:30am-1pm
Sundays 11am-1pm
Note: Since this is a walk-through darshan only, you are welcome to rejoin the darshan queue as many times as you like. Strict COVID-19 safety protocols MUST be followed. The public toilets are CLOSED.

How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 or WhatsApp 062 526 3606

Or email temple@iskcondurban.net 

Week Ahead 20-26 May 2021

 Dear Friends

Sri Nrsimha Caturdasi Maha Abhishek
There will be an abhishek ceremony for a Nrsimha-sila at 6pm. You are invited to contribute to this celebration.
Contact Bhakti Katha 061 464 5327 (WhatsApp only) or psdgbhakti@gmail.com.
Kindly note: Bhakti Katha may not respond immediately. Cost R508.

Sunday 23 May
Ekadasi – Fast from all grains, beans & legumes

The Morning Program @4:30am
Mangal Arati, Tulsi Puja, Japa, Reading, Greetings, and Guru-puja.
Book Here

Kirtan & Class @9:30am
Process of Creation
With His Grace Anandamaya Krishna Das
Book Here

Monday 24 May
Ekadasi Break Fast 06:38-10:08

Tuesday 25 May
Sri Nrsimha Festival
Fast until dusk (5:32pm)
Darshan 8:30am-5:30pm
Note: Since this is a walk-through darshan only, you are welcome to rejoin the darshan queue as many times as you like.
Prasad from 4:30pm
Kindly leave the serve-out area immediately after receiving your prasad. Please bring your own plate if possible.
Sri Nrsimha Maha Abhishek, Class & Kirtan In the Temple @6pm
Class by His Grace Ramvijay Das
Book Here
The festival will be broadcast live on Mayapur TV and Facebook.
Kindly note: Strict COVID-19 safety protocols MUST be followed while at the temple. The public toilets are CLOSED.

Devotee Service Initiative
In order to better serve the devotee community, we humbly request all devotees in Chatsworth to kindly share their details here.
For more information contact Arjunacarya on 082 781 2944 or arjunacarya.das@gmail.com

The ISKCON Disciples Course Via ZOOM
Saturday 5th, 12th & 19th June
Sunday 6th & 13th June
10am to 4pm on each day
Course facilitators His Grace Medhavi Das and His Grace Swarup Damodar Das
Registration for the course closes on Monday, 31st May 2021.
Seats are limited to 25 and will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis.
Register Here or WhatsApp 084 550 4101 the following details:
I would like to attend the ISKCON Disciples Course in June 2021
Name (legal)
Name Initiated (if applicable)
Email Address
ISKCON Centre associated with

The Vaishnavi Ministry of SA presents
Vaishnavi Public Speaking Training
Via ZOOM
Saturday 19 & 26 June
2pm-5pm
To book or for more information:
anushka.haripersad@gmail.com or WhatsApp 067 264 5562

Homage to His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada
BBTAfrica invites you to submit an offering for the Sri Vyasa-puja book.
Deadline 20 June 2021.
Submit your offering via the link at the end of this mail. 

Reminders

Govinda’s Takeaway
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4:00pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-1:00pm
CLOSED on Wednesdays, except when Ekadasis and public holidays.
Takeaway only. The sit-down restaurant remains closed for now.
WhatsApp 078 849 4291

Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple Darshan
Monday–Saturday 8:30am-1pm
Sundays 11am-1pm
Note: Since this is a walk-through darshan only, you are welcome to rejoin the darshan queue as many times as you like. Strict COVID-19 safety protocols MUST be followed. The public toilets are CLOSED.

How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 or WhatsApp 062 526 3606
Or email temple@iskcondurban.net

Week Ahead 6-12 May 2021

Dear Friends

Friday 7 May
Ekadasi – Fast from all grains, beans & legumes

Saturday 8 May
Ekadasi Break Fast 06:29-10:04

Sunday 9 May
The Morning Program @4:30am
Mangal Arati, Tulsi Puja, Japa, Reading from Sastra, Greetings, and Guru-puja
Book your place here
Kirtan & Class @9:30am
The Vedic Perspective of Time
With His Grace Jagadananda Pandit Das
Book your ticket/s here
There are limited seats available for this event. All the requirements and protocols are listed when booking your ticket/s. Note: The bathroom facilities are CLOSED. This is a FREE event.

Govinda’s is Hiring
Full-time Cook
Looking for a dynamic experience and would love to join our team?
Must be vegetarian & have experience in the food industry. Salary is negotiable. Send your CV (by Monday 24 may) to reception@iskcondurban.net or call Prabashinee 031 403 3328

Reminders

Govinda’s Takeaway
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4:00pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-1:00pm
CLOSED on Wednesdays, except when Ekadasis and public holidays.
Takeaway only. The sit-down restaurant remains closed for now.
WhatsApp 078 849 4291

Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple Darshan
Monday–Saturday 8:30am-1pm
Sundays 11am-1pm
Note: Since this is a walk-through darshan only, you are welcome to rejoin the darshan queue as many times as you like. Strict COVID-19 safety protocols MUST be followed. The public toilets are CLOSED.

The Book Table & Radhanath’s Gifts Pop-up Store
Operating times 8:30am-2pm daily.

Have you tried shopping on our ONLINE STORE?
We now deliver nationwide. You can SHOP ONLINE for Ekadasi products, dry goods, and Cowpathy personal & home care products.
Store link at the end of this email.

How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 or WhatsApp 062 526 3606
Or email temple@iskcondurban.net

Week Ahead 29 April – 5 May 2021

Dear Friends

Bhakti Theatre’s show at 4pm is SOLD OUT. Bookings are now open for the 5:15pm show. 

Govinda’s Takeaway Re-opens in the Temple
On Friday 30 April
Monday – Saturday
9:30am-4:00pm
Sundays & Public Holidays
9:30am-1:00pm
CLOSED on Wednesdays, except when Ekadasis and public holidays.
Takeaway only.
The sit-down restaurant remains closed for now.
WhatsApp 078 849 4291

How I Met My Sisters @11:30am
Insta Live with the Women’s Collective SA (@womenscollectivesa)

Saturday 1 May
Bhakti Theatre – We’re Back!
The 4PM show is SOLD OUT

SECOND SHOW @5:15pm
5:15pm Kirtan by Gaura B & Co.
5:25pm Think Big – Dramatic Poetry by Taralakshi
5:30pm Honest Conversations – Drama
Written & Directed by Rukmini
A theatrical medley of thought through song, dance, rap, and movement.
Original music by Krishna Rupa & Yadurani
Original lyrics by Rukmini
Tickets available at the Book Table and online here
There are limited seats. NO TICKET SALES AT THE DOOR. You MUST bring your tickets with your contact details filled in and if you purchase tickets online, your proof of donation email will serve as your ticket.
There is restricted access. The Temple gardens and toilet facilities are CLOSED. There is no Cafe and no food or drink is allowed.
Standard COVID protocols must be followed. No mask no entry.

Sunday 2 May
The Morning Program @4:30am
Mangal Arati, Tulsi Puja, Japa, Greetings, and Guru-puja
Booking link at the end of this email.
There are limited spaces available for this event. All the requirements and protocols are listed when booking your spot. Note: The bathroom facilities are CLOSED. Book here

Kirtan & Class @9:30am
Exploring Compassion
With Her Grace Rukmini Devi Dasi
There are limited seats available for this event. All the requirements and protocols are listed when booking your ticket/s. Note: The bathroom facilities are CLOSED. This is a FREE event.
Book here

Reminders

Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple Darshan
Monday–Saturday 8:30am-1pm
Sundays 11am-1pm
Note: Since this is a walk-through darshan only, you are welcome to rejoin the darshan queue as many times as you like. Strict COVID-19 safety protocols MUST be followed. The public toilets are CLOSED.

The Book Table & Radhanath’s Gifts Pop-up Store
Operating times 8:30am-2pm daily.

Have you tried shopping on our ONLINE STORE?
We now deliver nationwide. You can SHOP ONLINE for Ekadasi products, dry goods, and Cowpathy personal & home care products.
Store link at the end of this email.

How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 or WhatsApp 062 526 3606
Or email temple@iskcondurban.net

Week Ahead 23-28 April 2021

 Dear Friends

Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple gradually opens more facilities and events. We thank you for your patience in this process. Govinda’s Takeaway will reopen in their usual premises inside the Temple building, Mangal Arati and the morning program on Sundays will be open, and we will host our first Bhakti Theatre since 2019 in the amphitheatre!

Govinda’s Takeaway Re-opens in the Temple
On Friday 29 April
Monday – Saturday
9:30am-4:00pm
Sundays & Public Holidays
9:30am-1:00pm
CLOSED on Wednesdays, except when Ekadasis and public holidays.
Takeaway only.
The sit-down restaurant remains closed for now. Note: The bathroom facilities are CLOSED.

Govinda’s Pop-up Takeaway will operate as usual up until the re-opening of Govinda’s inside the Temple.
Monday-Tuesday 11am-3pm
Saturday-Sunday 10am-1pm
CLOSED on Wednesday AND Thursday
WhatsApp 078 849 4291

Bhakti Theatre
Saturday 1 May @4pm
Honest Conversations
A theatrical medley of thought through song, dance, rap, & martial arts.
Tickets available at the Book Table or here

Sunday Morning Program – Starts Sunday 2 May
Mangal Arati, Tulsi Puja, Japa, Greetings and Guru-puja.There are limited spaces available for this event. All the requirements and protocols are listed when booking your spot. Note: The bathroom facilities are CLOSED. Bookings will open during the course of the week. 

Friday 23 April

Ekadasi – Fast from all grains, beans & legumes

How I Met My Sisters @11:30am
Insta Live with the Women’s Collective SA (@womenscollectivesa)
South African Vaishnavis! We want us to come closer and build our bond of sisterhood. Let’s get to know each another better and create a dynamic network. We will discuss your devotional journey, what moves you, what are your passions! We will also feature your business/side hustle/professional services, etc. This platform is to give support and develop deeper connections.
Would you like to share your heart story? We invite you to message us on Instagram (@womenscollectivesa) to be featured.

Saturday 24 April
Ekadasi Break Fast
06:20-10:02

Sunday 25 April
Kirtan & Class @9:30am
Four Classes of Humankind
With His Grace Jaisacinandana Das
There are limited seats available for this event. All the requirements and protocols are listed when booking your ticket/s. Note: The bathroom facilities are CLOSED. This is a FREE event.
Get your ticket/s here

Monday 26 April
Sri Hanuman Jayanti 

Tuesday 27 April
Appearance of Radha Kunda Festival @9am
9:00am Kirtan by Sankarshan & Balaram
9:30am Class by Her Grace Anuradha Devi Dasi
There are limited seats available for this event. All the requirements and protocols are listed when booking your ticket/s. Note: The bathroom facilities are CLOSED. This is a FREE event.
Get your ticket/s here

Reminders

Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple Darshan
Monday–Saturday 8:30am-1pm
Sundays 11am-1pm
Note: Since this is a walk-through darshan only, you are welcome to rejoin the darshan queue as many times as you like. Strict COVID-19 safety protocols MUST be followed. The public toilets are CLOSED.

Govinda’s Pop-up Takeaway
Monday-Friday 11am-3pm
Saturday-Sunday 10am-1pm
CLOSED on Wednesday
WhatsApp 078 849 4291

The Book Table & Radhanath’s Gifts Pop-up Store
Operating times 8:30am-2pm daily.

Have you tried shopping on our ONLINE STORE?
We now deliver nationwide. You can SHOP ONLINE for Ekadasi products, dry goods, and Cowpathy personal & home care products.

How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 or WhatsApp 062 526 3606
Or email temple@iskcondurban.net

Week Ahead 15-21 April 2021 – Sri Rama Naumi Festival

 Dear Friends

Scroll down to read/download the March/April 2021 Hare Krishna News, which includes local art, a vegan dessert, poetry, stories about saints, a book review, Vaishnava holy days, and more. 

Sri Rama Naumi Travelling Festival
Saturday 17 April
8:00am Bangladesh Market, Westcliff
3:00pm Summerfield Road, Bayview
Packed Biryani prasad will be served.

Sunday 18 April
10:00am Cnr. of Andes & Drakensburg Street,
Shallcross and surrounding roads
Packed Biryani prasad will be served. (FFL)

Wednesday 21 April
10:00am Unit 1 Shopping Centre
11:00am Unit 2 Shopping Centre
12:00pm Unit 3 Shopping Centre
1:00pm Unit 7 Shopping Centre
2:30pm Unit 9 Shopping Centre
3:45pm Unit 11 Shopping Centre
Packed Biryani and rhot prasad will be served.
You are invited to contribute butter ghee, cake flour, and milk for the rhot prasad. For all queries and contributions kindly contact Govindaji 082 320 9705

Sri Rama Naumi Online Morning Program
On Mayapur TV (Durban) or Facebook (@DurbanKrishna)
4:30am Mangal Arati
5:00am Japa
7:00am Srila Prabhupada’s Guru-puja
7:15am Darshan of Sri Sri Radha Radhanath in a new outfit

Sri Rama Naumi Temple Program
9:30am Kirtan & Class by His Grace Swarup Damodar Das
11:00am-6:00pm Walk-in Darshan and Fruit & Flower Offerings. Note: Offering plates of fruit and flowers will be provided, however you are welcome to bring your own.
6:30pm Kirtan & Class with His Grace Jagadananda Pandit Das
Get your ticket/s here
Packed prasad will be handed out on exit. 

Sunday 18 April
Kirtan & Class @9:30am
6 Favourable Principles of Bhakti
With Her Grace Priya Kishori Devi Dasi
Get your ticket/s here

Reminders

Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple Darshan
Monday–Saturday 8:30am-1pm
Sundays 11am-1pm
Note: Since this is a walk-through darshan only, you are welcome to rejoin the darshan queue as many times as you like. Strict COVID-19 safety protocols MUST be followed. The public toilets are CLOSED.

The Book Table & Radhanath’s Gifts Pop-up Store
Operating times 8:30am-2pm daily.

Govinda’s Pop-up Takeaway
Govinda’s will be open on Sri Rama Naumi, Wednesday 21 April (11am-3pm)
Monday-Friday 11am-3pm
Saturday-Sunday 10am-1pm
WhatsApp 078 849 4291

Have you tried shopping on our ONLINE STORE?
We now deliver nationwide. You can SHOP ONLINE for Ekadasi products, dry goods, and Cowpathy personal & home care products.
Shop now

How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 or WhatsApp 062 526 3606
Or email temple@iskcondurban.net

Week Ahead 8-14 April 2021

 Dear Friends

Sunday 11 April
Kirtan & Class @9:30am
Introduction to the Spotless Purana
With His Grace Smita Krishna Das
Get your ticket/s here

Save the Date
Sri Rama Naumi
21 April
Highlights:
Morning Festival @9:30am
Darshan 11am-5:30pm
Evening Festival @6pm
Mobile Temple – Touring Chatsworth and Surrounding Areas
17th, 18th & 21st April

Reminders

Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple Darshan
Monday–Saturday 8:30am-1pm
Sundays 11am-1pm
Note: Since this is a walk-through darshan only, you are welcome to rejoin the darshan queue as many times as you like. Strict COVID-19 safety protocols MUST be followed. The public toilets are CLOSED.

The Book Table is now OPEN
Operating times 8:30am-2pm daily.

Radhanath’s Gifts Pop-up Store
Now situated opposite the Book Table in the Temple.
Operating times 8:30am-2pm daily.

Govinda’s Pop-up Takeaway
Monday-Friday 11am-3pm
Closed on Wednesdays
Saturday-Sunday 10am-1pm
WhatsApp 078 849 4291

Have you tried shopping on our ONLINE STORE?
We now deliver nationwide. You can SHOP ONLINE for Ekadasi products, dry goods, and Cowpathy personal & home care products. Go to our website.

How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 or WhatsApp 062 526 3606
Or email temple@iskcondurban.net