Welcome!
It is our pleasure to announce that Self-Realization Fellowship monastic disciples will visit Boston on April 23 – 25. There will be inspirational lectures, meditation classes, and an initiation into Kriya Yoga. We hope you will be able to join us for this time of divine fellowship – a wonderful opportunity to be introduced or to delve deeper into the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Even if you are not able to participate for the entire weekend, we would be glad to have you with us for any part of these events.
Schedule
| Friday April 23 | 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Public Lecture: "Meditation: The Way to Mental Freedom" |
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| Event will be held at Old South Church, 645 Boylston St., Boston | ||
| Saturday April 24 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Technique Review Class * |
| 3:00 p.m. | Kriya Yoga Initiation ** | |
| Events will be held at Old South Church, 645 Boylston St., Boston | ||
| Note for Sunday: Due to a parade that will be marching down Boylston Street, there are a number of street closings and no parking on Boylston Street, either side, from Massachusetts Avenue to Tremont Street. Please see the City of Boston Web site for more information. | ||
| Sunday April 25 | 8:30 – 9:15 a.m. | Meditation |
| 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. | Kriya Yoga Review Class ** | |
| 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Inspirational Service | |
| 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. | Closing Program and Video | |
| Events will be held at Hynes Convention Center Room 210, 900 Boylston Street Boston | ||
| * Open to students of the SRF Lessons. ** Open to Kriyabans only | ||
Locations
| Friday and Saturday | Sunday | |
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Old South Church 645 Boylston St. Boston, MA 02116 www.oldsouth.org |
Hynes Convention Center Room 210 900 Boylston Street Boston, MA 02116 | |
| View our interactive map for more information. | ||
More Information
Call: (781) 314-6838 Email: centertour@bostonmeditationgroup.org
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can attend?
Anyone is welcome to bring family and friends to the inspirational programs, but please note that anyone wishing to attend the classes on the meditation techniques will be asked to present a student or Kriyaban card for admittance. Newcomers interested in studying the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda may enroll for the Self-Realization Fellowship Lessons, either before or during the weekend program.
What are the nearest hotels?
We have compiled a list of nearby hotels containing addresses and approximate rates.
Where can I park?
Please see the list of nearby parking garages. There is also on-street parking available, but since it is usually difficult to find a spot in the Copley Square area, we recommend parking in a garage.
Can children attend?
The events are geared toward adults, but children age 12 and older may attend if they wish. We are not able to accommodate younger children at the meetings.
What are the meditation techniques that will be taught?
The techniques are described briefly on the SRF Web site. A more in-depth discussion of Kriya Yoga can be found in Chapter 26 of Paramahansa Yogananda's Autobiography of a Yogi.
Who can receive Kriya Initiation?
SRF members who have received the Kriya Yoga lessons can attend the Kriya initiation. Please note:
- If you have received the Kriya Yoga lessons but have not attended an initiation, please register with Mother Center by calling (323) 225-2471.
- If you have already attended a Kriya Yoga initiation ceremony, you do not need to pre-register, but you must present your Kriyaban card in order to attend. If you need a replacement card, please return the Kriya Yoga Initiation form (available in the foyer of the Waltham center, in the mailing you received from Mother Center, or by calling Self-Realization Fellowship) as soon as possible.