Kriyaban Ceremony
2023-11-11 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lake Shrine Temple, Lake Shrine 17080 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272, United States
Temple Main Sanctuary. For Lake Shrine disciples of Paramahansa Yogananda.

5 15pm
Gate open for arrivals. Please arrive on time & kindly note gates will close at 6.15 pm
All parking is in the Temple lot and structure
Bring flower, fruit and monetary “guru-dakshina” in an envelope
Kriyaban cards checked at the Sanctuary door
Offerings will be made when you enter the sanctuary
Please be seated by 6:00pm
6 00pm
Ceremony begins
9 00pm
Ceremony concludes
Please leave quietly to preserve the sanctity of this sacred occasion

Diwali Sunday
2023-11-12 | Lake Shrine Temple, Lake Shrine 17080 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272, United States
Sunday morning events will be themed to synchronize with the traditional Diwali “Festival of Light” which is being celebrated in India on November 12, 2023.
10:00am Group meditation to bring the light of God into our hearts
11:00am Inspirational service themed on manifesting God’s great light midst the darkness of an unstable world

Sunday Events
2023-06-04 | Lake Shrine Temple, Lake Shrine 17080 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272, United States
Minister-Led Meditation: 10:00 am – 10:45 am
Sunday morning 45 minute minister-led meditation before the Sunday service. Meditation begins at 10 am. Latecomers can meditate in the Special Events Room. Arrive at the temple gate and park as directed by the ushers. Lake level and Temple level parking opens at 9:30 am.
Sunday Inspirational Service: 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Sunday Inspirational Service: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Parking is available at Lake and Temple levels. Gates will open at 9:30 am
Sunday Windmill Chapel Guided Meditations: 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Join us for a half-hour guided meditation in the Windmill Chapel.
Sunday Evening Meditation and Devotional Chanting: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
5:40 pm Energization Exercises
6:00 pm Meditation Begins
9:00 pm Meditation Closes
Meditation begins at 6 pm and closes at 9 pm. Energization exercises in the courtyard begin at 5:40 pm. We look forward to having you join us!

Winter Boutique - A Gift of Peace for the Holidays
2023-11-12 12:00 - 14:00 | Lake Shrine Temple, Lake Shrine 17080 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272, United States
This year’s much anticipated Lake Shrine Winter Boutique is titled “A Gift of Peace for the Holidays”. A promise to pray for the receiver is part of the gift!
In addition to an array of beautiful, practical, and devotional handcrafted items, there will be exquisite Indian attire for men, women, and children. All proceeds support Lake Shrine.

Young Adults Meeting
2023-11-12 12:30 - 13:30 | Lake Shrine Temple, Lake Shrine 17080 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272, United States
For generations 20-40 years of age. Gatherings take place on the first Sunday of the month, after the morning services. Themes and topics are shared by newsletter that include other activities and announcements. Meeting will be held at 12:30pm in the Sunken Garden at the Lake level.

Lake Shrine Closed
2023-03-20 | CA
Lake Shrine is closed today.
Reserve to visit: https://lakeshrine.org/guest-agreements/
Or join us on Sunday morning in our temple! Then meditate in the gardens!
No reservations are required on Sunday mornings!

Holiday Gifts for Foster Children (Event Begins)
2023-11-19 12:00 - 13:30 | Lake Shrine Temple, Lake Shrine 17080 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272, United States
Ho! Ho! Ho! Time for the Lake Shrine Holiday tradition to provide a gift to a child or teen in foster care! During this season of giving and receiving, many children go without the joy of receiving a simple gift. You can put a smile on the face of a needy child. To participate, please see the volunteers in the lobby.

Docent Tour
2023-03-19 12:15 - 13:15 | CA
Please join an hour-long docent-led ‘Saints Tour’ at 12:15 PM. Enjoy anecdotes and incidents in the lives of the Saints of all religions honored around the Lake. The tour starts at the gate at the bottom of the stairs going to the Lake.

Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
2023-11-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Lake Shrine Temple, Lake Shrine 17080 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272, United States
This year’s Interfaith Thanksgiving Service will take place at 7 PM on November 20 at the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints on 575 Los Liones Drive. This annual event unites all the churches and synagogues in the Pacific Palisades. Come celebrate unity, peace and gratitude with our neighbors.

Closed All-Day
2023-11-22 | CA
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday the Lake will be closed Wednesday, November 22 & 23.

Closed All-Day
2023-11-23 | CA
Happy Thanksgiving!

Docent Tour
2023-05-07 12:30 - 13:30 | Lake Shrine Temple, Lake Shrine 17080 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272, United States
We invite you to join a docent-led tour beginning at 12:30 PM at the bottom of the stairs to the lake. The tour includes a history of the property and stories of Paramahansa Yogananda’s time at Lake Shrine.

Young Adults Meeting
2023-09-03 12:30 - 13:30 | CA
For generations 20-40 years of age. Gatherings take place on the first Sunday of the month, after the morning services. Themes and topics are shared by newsletter that include other activities and announcements. Meeting held in the Temple, Special Events Room.

Temple Morning of Service
2023-12-09 08:45 - 14:00 | Lake Shrine Temple, Lake Shrine 17080 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272, United States
Day begins at 9:00 am with group meditation in the sanctuary. Volunteers are then organized for service tasks both indoors and outdoors. At 12:00 pm there is a meditation, followed by lunch in the courtyard.

Sunday Holiday Fellowship with Christmas Choir
2023-12-10 | Lake Shrine Temple, Lake Shrine 17080 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272, United States
Our holiday fellowship Sunday is on December 10. This is a wonderful opportunity to bring a friend and introduce them to your temple! After a guided 10 am group meditation, the 11 am service will share stories of Jesus with mystical insights, then close with an inspiring performance by our Christmas Choir. Friendship Tea in the Courtyard and wrapping gifts for our Foster Kids toy drive will follow.
Minister-Led Meditation: 10:00 am – 10:45 am
Sunday morning 45 minute minister-led meditation before the Sunday service. Meditation begins at 10 am. Latecomers can meditate in the Special Events Room. Arrive at the temple gate and park as directed by the ushers. Lake level and Temple level parking opens at 9:30 am.
Sunday Inspirational Service: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Parking is available at Lake and Temple levels. Gates will open at 9:30 am
Christmas Choir: 12:00pm – 12:30pm
Friendship Tea: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Join us after the morning service. We will offer Courtyard fellowship with fresh bakery and hot beverages.
Holiday Gifts for Foster Children (Concludes) 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Today is the final day to drop off your gifts at the table in the foyer. Toy wrapping will take place in our Sunday school rooms after the morning service. The online link for the toys will remain active until December 25 for those who still wish to participate! Your loving generosity in supporting this toy drive for children without families will bring great happiness! Thank you for making a child’s dreams come true this Holiday!
Sunday Windmill Chapel Guided Meditations: 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Join us for a half-hour guided meditation in the Windmill Chapel.
Sunday Evening Meditation and Devotional Chanting: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
5:40 pm Energization Exercises
6:00 pm Meditation Begins
9:00 pm Meditation Closes
Meditation begins at 6 pm and closes at 9 pm. Energization exercises in the courtyard begin at 5:40 pm. We look forward to having you join us!

Mother Center Open House
2023-12-10 13:00 - 17:00 | Lake Shrine Temple, Lake Shrine 17080 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272, United States
Have you visited our Mother Center atop Mt. Washington overlooking downtown Los Angeles? Self-Realization Fellowship warmly invites you, your family, and friends to a Christmas Open House at the Mother Center on Sunday, December 10, from 1-5 PM. The Open House offers an opportunity to meet informally with the monastics and each other in the spirit of Christmas fellowship. Paramahansa Yogananda’s shrine will be open. Light refreshments will be served. For details and directions please refer to our website at Lakeshrine.org
For directions use the link below
Directions to Mother Center Open House
Or scan the QR code

Lake Shrine Closed
2023-12-16 | CA

All-Day Christmas Meditation
2023-12-16 10:00 - 18:00 | Lake Shrine Temple, Lake Shrine 17080 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272, United States
Our traditional full day of meditative communion with the universal Christ will be on Saturday, December 16 from 10 AM to 6 PM. In support of this event, the Lake Grounds will be closed to the public.
How to prepare:

Eat a lightly (or not at all, if you prefer) before coming to the meditation. Do not bring food of any king to the meditation (except the fruit offering – see “What to bring,” below)
Keep silence before the meditation.
Practice the Energization Exercises before the meditation.
It is good to arrive a little early if you can, so that you will have time to become comfortably settled and calm before the meditation begins.
Come in a devotional mood. Make a special effort to put aside all thoughts of the outside world for this one day, and strive to keep your whole heart and mind occupied with God alone.
If you have a cough or a cold, you should meditate at home, rather that attend the all-day service. Paramahansa Yogananda insisted on scrupulous observance of this practice when he conducted the Christmas meditation. In fairness to others, you would not want to disturb them by coughing, sneezing, etc.

What to bring:

Bring fruit and pranami (donation) as a devotional offering.
Dress warmly and comfortably, so you will be able to forget about the body. You may wish to bring a shawl, or a small cushion to sit on.
You may bring a meditation armrest, if you wish to practice the Aum Meditation Technique during the meditation.

May this day be a very special one for you, bringing you a new awareness of the presence of Christ.
