Sermons

Living in the Presence of God

How can we keep the awareness of God’s presence in our hearts, when our minds are racing with a billion thoughts, preferences, opinions, etc. This is our Divine Task. When we achieve it perfectly we are free. Until then God watches the heart, and sees the sincerity of our effort to live in the Divine Presence. It is our sincere … Read More

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What is the Best Way to Pray?

Yogananda tells us that prayer is talking with God, and Meditation is Listening for God’s response. This leaves us with infinite possibilities for the role of prayer in our lives, and the best ways to approach prayer. Join us this Sunday as we explore this essential topic! Blessings, Nayaswami Padma

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Self Effort Too is Needed

Being open and receptive, as well as self-forgetfull spiritually is far from a gentle, passive experience. Great focused energy, self-discipline and self-effort is required!    Please join us this Sunday as we explore the ways our efforts are needed to untie the karmic knots that bind us, and open the door to Divine Grace. Blessings, Padma

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The Redeeming Light

With some people on some days, no matter what we do, things seem to go wrong. But have you also noticed that on some days, no matter how many mistakes we make–wobbling and shaking our very being–we end up standing upright again and keep moving forward with ease. That Light chases away the darkness, and we find ourselves bathing in … Read More