BAPS LA - Announcements

Jai Swaminarayan! We invite everyone to our next English Sanyukta Sabha TOMORROW, Sunday, August 9, from 12:00–1:30 PM in the Gymnasium. 📅 Sunday, August 9 🕛 12:00–1:30 PM 📍 Gymnasium 🎙️ Speaker: Pujya Nilkanthdas Swami 💡 Topic: Gadhada III-26 - The Sant Who Suppresses His Mind and Indriyas Bring your family and friends, and let’s make the most of this inspiring afternoon together.

🇫🇷🛕 In this fascinating conversation by popular podcaster and storyteller Jay Thadeshwar with Pujya Dr Gnanvatsaldas Swami, discover the remarkable story of Europe’s first traditional Hindu mandir in Paris and the impact of Indian culture, craftsmanship, and values in the heart of France. 💬 From Sanatan Dharma and murti puja to youth, screen time, and finding purpose in the modern world, this interview offers timeless wisdom that is both relevant and inspiring. 🙏 A must-watch for anyone interested in faith, culture, and the historic BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir, Paris. 😊 Tap here to watch on YouTube.

Jay Swãminãrãyan, a friendly reminder— tomorrow’s Ravi Sabha will start at 2:30pm. Please note this is only for Sunday, August 2nd. Starting Sunday, August 9th we will go back to our normal Ravi Sabha time.

Hindola Parva The Hindola festival begins today - Ashadh Vad Bij, and continues for an entire month. It is a cherished Hindu tradition where devotees create decorated hindolas (swings) to lovingly swing Bhagwan as an expression of deep affection, devotion and reverence. Here is the first Hindola darshan of the season.

▪️Chaturmas Upvās during Shibir ​By the agna of Pujya Sadguru Santos, any shibir attendee currently observing Chaturmas Upvās (such as dhārnā-pārnā, ektānā, etc) is requested to pause their niyams for the three days of the shibir. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow haribhaktos during meals and remain fully energized and focused throughout the shibir.

Reminder! Join us for todya's Guru Purnima English Sanyukta Sabha at 12pm in the Gym. See everyone soon!

Tomorrow is Dev Podhi Ekadashi, marking the start of Chaturmas. As per Shastriji Maharaj’s agna, this is one of the 5 main ekadashis that satsangis should do Nirjala upvaas on. During chaturmas, we should strive to improve our bhakti and satsang. Whether it’s taking an extra niyam or improving the quality of our ahnik, let’s aim to use these next four months to strengthen our jodaan with Maharaj and Swami!

Today is Ashadh Sud 10, the sacred day when 11-year-old Ghanshyam Maharaj left home and began His extraordinary spiritual journey as Nilkanth Varni. Renouncing every worldly comfort, He traveled thousands of miles across India for over seven years, inspiring countless souls through His unwavering faith, compassion, courage, and devotion to God. Today, Shri Ghanshyam Maharaj has been beautifully adorned in the divine form of Nilkanth Varni, offering a unique darshan that commemorates this sacred occasion. If you haven’t already, join us at mandir for darshan when it reopens at 4:00 PM! #NilkanthVarni #OurJourneyWithVarni #TapomurtiNilkanthVarni

🌼 Guru Purnima English Sanyukta Sabha 🌼 A guru is the gateway to ultimate liberation. Mahant Swami Maharaj unlocks the gates of Akshardham. Join us and invite your family and friends for this Guru Purnima English Sanyukta Sabha as we deepen our understanding of the invaluable role of the Satpurush in our spiritual journey. 📅 Sunday, July 26, 2026 🕛 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM 📍 Gymnasium 🎙 Speaker: Pujya Akhandananddas Swami

https://youtu.be/ap8lAj16ALo?is=osbKTHhhYYo0-Xc1 WATCH NOW For decades, BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha's sadguru swamis have travelled across the satsang community, nourishing and inspiring people through their lives and their discourses. We've had the chance to be in their presence and hear them speak, but this video shows something different: the sadhana behind that spiritual stature. They gave up successful careers and dedicated their lives on the instruction of Brahmaswarup Yogiji Maharaj. Like the rest of us, these swamis, who followed the path of Ekantik Dharma, likely started out as ordinary people. What set them apart was decades of steady, uninterrupted sadhana. Blessed by Brahmaswarup Yogiji Maharaj, Brahmaswarup Pramukh Swami Maharaj, and Pragat Brahmaswarup Mahant Swami Maharaj, these swamis are among the Sampraday's most valued figures. This is likely the first time their lives of service, devotion, and sadhana are being shown on video. Through this Q&A, we hope to draw inspiration from their qualities and make them part of our own lives.

Join us Sunday, July 19th for our July Parayan by Pujya Paramratna Swami.

🏥 Calling all Healthcare Professionals & Students! The Healthcare Professionals Conference (HPC 2026) is coming to Chino Hills, CA — October 2–4, 2026. 2 packed days. Leading experts. Conversations that are reshaping the future of healthcare. Whether you’re a seasoned physician, nurse, researcher, healthcare leader — or a student just starting your journey — this is the room you want to be in. 📲 Details & registration: http://baps.sl/charities/hpcwest Spots are limited — register now!

Thank you to all who submitted art projects for the America 250 Art Contest. For the return of your artwork, please take them directly from the Exhibition below the mandir by this evening. We cannot guarantee that any left over artwork will be remain after today. All contest winners will be announced next week! Once again thanks to all of those who participated.

⭐️ The Mission Rajipo Special Edition is here! 🌍📖 Featuring the stories of 80+ children, parents, and karyakars from around the world, this issue is a heartfelt tribute to everyone who completed Mission Rajipo and an inspiration for many more families beginning their own mukhpath journeys. ✨ 📖 Subscribe to Bal Prakash Now: https://linktr.ee/bapskids 📧 Inquiries: support.balprakash@in.baps.org

Why does seva—something so pure—sometimes leave us feeling frustrated, unnoticed, or even prideful? The answer may not be in what we do, but in the subtle ego that quietly follows us. Gadhada II–41: Seva Uncorrupted — Escaping the Ego Trap Pujya Shantmuni Swami and an interactive panel will help us reflect on how to do seva with greater humility, purity, and joy. 🗓 Sunday, July 12 🕛 12:00 PM 📍 Gymnasium