What is meditation?
It is not, as so many people assume it to be, a process of "thinking things over." Rather, it is making the mind completely receptive to reality. It is stilling the thought-processes--those restless ripples that bob on the surface of the mind--so that truth, like the moon, may be clearly reflected there. It is listening to God, to Universal Reality, for a change, instead of doing all the talking and "computing" oneself."

From "The Art and Science of Raja Yoga"
by Swami Kriyananda
Free Guided Community Meditation & Lecture
All are welcome. You do not have to know how to meditate. We have chairs, meditation benches and all the props you'll need.
Curious? Listen to recordings from past meetings on Turiya's blog.

Each meeting includes guided meditation and a discussion based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda and his direct disciple Swami Kriyananda. The whole experience is spiritually uplifting, fun, and peaceful. Many who come are happily surprised at how well they can meditate during this meeting.

Mondays 7:00 - 8:30pm  Free. (donations are always welcome)
  • There is no need to register, and beginners are welcome.
  • Arrive with clean feet (your shoes are coming off)
  • Most people find it easier to meditate on an empty stomach.
  • Snacks and/or tea are usually served at 8:30pm and people often stay to chat.
Each meeting is focused on a spiritual quality or topic:

Jan. 11         What is Love?
Jan. 18  "All Conditions are Neutral"
Jan. 25         Energy: The Secret of Success
Feb. 1   Sharing
Feb. 8           Service is Joy
Feb. 15         Security / The Importance of Inner Communion
Feb. 22 Contentment / The Supreme Virtue
Mar. 1    Understanding Devotion
Mar. 8    Power Through Forgiveness
Mar. 15  Will Power, How to Awaken Your Divine Power
Mar. 22  Self-Control / It's All About Me!
Mar. 29  Patience is the Fastest Path to God
Apr. 5   Good Health / By-Product of a Happy Heart
Apr. 12  Enthusiasm / The Secret of Success