Self-Realization Fellowship Phoenix Temple
6111 North Central Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona 85012-1232
Telephone: (602) 279-6140
Phoenix, Arizona 85012-1232
Telephone: (602) 279-6140
- Meditation Sunday at 9 am
- Inspirational Service Sunday at 10 am
- Meditation Sunday at 6:00 pm
- Meditation Friday at 7:00 pm
Temple grounds open from 9 am - 5 pm every day except Monday
Welcome
This Temple is a branch of Self-Realization Fellowship, founded by
Paramahansa Yogananda
in 1920 to disseminate the scientific method of
Kriya Yoga Meditation.
The Phoenix Temple regularly conducts public inspirational services on
Sundays at 10 am. We offer a number of public lectures and classes,
all of which are free of charge and open to the public.
We hope you will join us!
For more information about Self-Realization Fellowship and our
teachings, please visit our main website by selecting the link below.
New to Us?
If you want to know more about Self-Realization Fellowship and the
Kriya Yoga meditation techniques, the best introduction is to read
Autobiography of a Yogi
, published in 1946 by Paramahansa Yogananda.
One of the goals of the Self-Realization Fellowship teachings is to
reveal the complete harmony and basic oneness of original Christianity
as taught by Jesus Christ and original Yoga as taught by Bhagavan
Krishna; and to show that these principles of truth are the common
scientific foundation of all true religions. If you want to know more
about the Aims and Ideals of Self-Realization Fellowship, please
select the link below.
SRF Lessons
You may also want to sign up for the Self-Realizations Lessons.
The Lessons give Paramahansa Yogananda's step-by-step instructions
in the yoga techniques of meditation, concentration, and energization
that he taught, including Kriya Yoga. For more information, please
select the link below.
Prayer Requests
Prayer is one of the easiest and most powerful ways to serve. You
can practice it anytime and anywhere. Our Guru, Paramahansa
Yogananda, encouraged us to pray regularly for others and the world;
and he started the World-Wide Prayer Circle as a means of
facilitating this. Please note what he had to say about prayerful
service in this booklet:
To request prayers from the SRF World Wide Prayer Circle
anonymously, where monks, nuns and SRF members pray twice a day and
practice our Guru's healing techniques for all the people who have
requested prayers, click the link below. Your name will remain
there for 90 days.
For more urgent or significant life challenges, the Phoenix Temple
Prayer Council offers daily prayer support for devotees or their
family and friends who are in need of physical, mental, or spiritual
healing. Requests are confidential and remain active for 90 days.
Before submitting someone's name, it is recommended to obtain their
permission.
Suggestion Box
We welcome any suggestions you may have to make improvements at the
Phoenix Temple. Suggestions can be on any topic that may be of
interest to you.
"
The Lord responds to all and works
for all. Seldom do men realize how often God heeds their prayers.
He is not partial to a few, but listens to anyone who approaches
Him trustfully.
- Paramahansa Yogananda
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schedule changes, and special announcements by e-mail, please leave
your e-mail address in the above box and click on 'Submit'.
Ministerial Services
If you would like to arrange a counseling appointment, request a wedding, memorial, or christening, you may contact us directly by using this link:
Introductory Lecture & Tea
October 4
On Sunday, October 4, we will have a special introductory service. Learn more about meditation techniques and the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Topics will include the SRF Lessons, Kriya Yoga, and other resources offered by Self-Realization Fellowship.
There will be a Welcome Tea after the service, where ministers will be available to answer questions. A Sunday School representative will also be available to answer parents’ questions and discuss how to share spiritual teachings with children. We will also have representatives from our Young Adults Group, and Seniors Group available. Flyers with more details can be found on the free literature tables as you exit the Temple.
6-Hour Meditation
October 10
On Saturday, October 10, there will be a 6-hour meditation. We begin at 8:00 AM with group Energization Exercises, followed by meditation from 8:20 AM until 2:00 PM. Please join us for all or part of this meditation service. You may enter the Temple during the periods of chanting at the beginning of each hour.
Day of Service
October 17
Our next Day of Service is Saturday, October 17, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The first hour is an optional but recommended meditation from 8:00 to 9:00 AM and then we begin a rewarding day of service and fellowship as we work together to keep our Temple beautiful.
At noon, we share a short period of meditation and then close the day by enjoying a wonderful vegetarian lunch. If you are not able to attend the full Day of Service, please come and join us for as much of the time as your schedule allows. Everyone is welcome.
Healing Service
October 25
There will be a healing service on Sunday, October 25, at 11:20 AM in the Temple. The service will last approximately 20 minutes and will include meditation and prayer for those in need of healing. Everyone is welcome.
Bookroom
The Phoenix Temple's Bookroom contains publications from
Self-Realization International Headquarters at Mount Washington,
including books, magazines, audio and video recordings, photographs
and devotional items. Our Bookroom is open after the Sunday
service. The Bookroom is located along the walkway to the
parking lot.
| Sunday: | 11:00 am to 11:30 am |
Lending Library
Please visit our Lending Library located next to the Bookroom along
the walkway to the parking lot where you will find Self-Realization
Fellowship publications, recordings and children’s books.
The Library is open after the Sunday service from
11-11:45 am. The Book Return is located on the east side
of the Fellowship Hall next to the entrance.
| Sunday: | 11:00 am to 11:45 am |
Online Conducted
Meditations and Classes
Streaming from Mother Center
Mother Center offers a wonderful selection of online meditations and study groups. Many online meditations are streamed live every day.
"Every person needs a retreat, 'a dynamo of silence' where he may go for the exclusive purpose of being newly recharged by the Infinite."
- Paramahansa Yogananda
Retreats in Southern California
Self-Realization Fellowship's How-to-Live Retreat programs in
Southern California are open to Self-Realization Fellowship members
and friends seeking spiritual renewal and who desire to leave behind
the pressures of everyday life - if only for a few days - to deepen
their awareness of the Divine. The daily Retreat programs provide,
in the words of Paramahansa Yogananda, "a dynamo of silence
where [you] may go for the exclusive purpose of being recharged by
the Infinite."
For more information, click on Groups, and then 'California
Retreats" from the main menu.
Phoenix Temple Recent Events
Check out our Recent Events section. The Phoenix Temple is
pleased to present our recent events in photos, videos and
slideshows. Also check out the archives. Enjoy!
50th Anniversary Event Videos
We are pleased to
announce that videos from the Temple's 50th Anniversary event
are now available on the website.
You can view these
videos by clicking on the Recent Events Photos and Videos
section.
Listen Assist System
The Temple is now able to offer a “Listen Assist System” for those with hearing difficulties. If you would like to use one of these devices, please plan to arrive about 10 minutes before the service begins to allow time to check out the device and receive instructions for use. Any of the ushers or greeters will be able to direct you to the person handling the check out.
Halloween Social
October 24
The Phoenix Temple Sunday School and Teen Group invite everyone to a Halloween Social on Saturday, October 24, from 5:15 to 8:00 PM. The evening will begin with an appearance by the Fairy Queen, followed by an organized vegetarian potluck dinner, a haunted mansion presented by the Teen Group, and a visit from a magician. Volunteers will be needed. Please stop by the Volunteer Table on Sundays after the morning services or follow the links below for more information.
Satsanga Questions
If you have a question about applying Paramahansa Yogananda's teachings in daily life, you may submit it at the link below. Your questions will help shape our Sunday services.
Young Adult's Group
October 11
The Young Adults Group will meet on Sunday, October 11, at 11:15 AM in the Fellowship Hall. All young adults (ages 18–40) are invited to join in this hour of fellowship and discussion.
Seniors Group
October 18
The Seniors Group will meet on Sunday, October 18, at 11:15 AM in the Fellowship Hall. All seniors (ages 65 and over) are invited to join in this hour of fellowship and discussion.
SRF Book Study Group
Saturdays from 3:00 - 4:30 pm
Please join us for our phone/online book study group on Saturdays from 3:00 - 4:30 pm. Our study group focuses on SRF publications written by Paramahansa Yogananda and other SRF monastics. Our current book is "Solving The Mystery of Life." By Paramahansa Yogananda. Please bring a copy of your book with you. We hope you can join us. Everyone is welcome. This is a phone/online meeting only.
Meeting Link: Study Group Online Meeting
Dial in number: (978) 990-5370 Access code: 4826589#
Bhagavad Gita Study Group
Wednesday Mornings
A study group for "God Talks With Arjuna" meets every
Wednesday from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm in the Little Chapel. Please
check the online calendar for exact dates. Everyone interested
in Paramahansa Yogananda's commentary on the Bhagavad Gita
is welcome. Please bring Volume II to the study group.
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