You perform your duty. Do not have the least doubts in your mind. Have full faith in my words and be of resolute mind.
– Sai Satcharitra
Kids Events at the Temple – Survey for Conducting Tutoring Sessions
We are currently conducting a survey to the gauge the interest in conducting tutoring sessions over the weekend. The sessions will be tutored by High School students. Please complete the following survey by Dec 15th:
Link to the survey
Construction 2023-2024
With the divine blessing of Sai baba the North American Shirdi Sai Temple of Atlanta (NASSTA) has been serving the community since 2002. Temple is planning to add the following structures to not only improve the physical infrastructure but also enhance the spiritual and communal experience for devotees. It allows the temple to continue its mission of promoting the teachings of Shirdi Sai Baba, including love for all, forgiveness, charity, and inner peace, among others. This expansion reflects the dedication of the temple to its community and the preservation of Sai Baba’s legacy.
Yagasala • Dhuni • Meditation Hall • Canopy
Yagasala
This is a crucial addition, as it provides a dedicated space for the performance of yajnas (ritual offerings) and other important religious rituals. Yagasala serves as a bridge between the material and spiritual worlds, allowing devotees to seek blessings spiritual growth, and communal harmony through these sacred practices.
Dhuni
The inclusion of a Dhuni is a powerful symbol associated with the spiritual presence of Sai Baba. It represents healing, blessings, and the continuity of Sai Baba’s divine energy. Devotees often seek solace and spiritual connection through the presence of the Dhuni.
Fellowship Hall
This hall will serve as a versatile space for various community activities. Satsang (spiritual gatherings, lectures. and even social events can be conducted here. It’s a place where devotees can come together to learn, share and celebrate their faith and community bonds.
Meditation Hall
A Meditation Hall is a great addition, as it provides a tranquil space for individuals to practice meditation and yoga, promoting inner peace and well-being. In addition, this building will serve as a mini event hall for the community functions such as weddings satsangs etc. with a capacity of 200 people.
Other Structures
A small kitchen for preparing prasadam (sacred food offerings), a laundry room for washing Baba’s clothes, a shoe rack, and a canopy at the entrance are practical additions that enhance the overall functioning of the temple. These facilities ensure that the temple can maintain cleanliness, serve prasadam efficiently, and provide convenience to devotees.
Sat, Dec 9th – Youth Enrichment Worksop
The youth enrichment workshop for middle school kids has been rescheduled, please use the following link to signup.
Topic: “Unleashing your Superpowers”
Location: Temple Library hall
Sun, Dec 17th – Carnatic Music Offering
Time: 4:00 – 5:30 PM EST
Tue, Dec 26th – Dattatreya Jayanthi
| Time | Program |
|---|---|
| 7:00 AM | Sri Dattatreya Abhishekam |
| 9:00 AM | Sri Dattatreya Sahasranama Havan SaiBaba and Dattatreya Astothara Havan Navagraha and Parivara Devatha Havan |
| 11:00 AM | Maha Poornahuthi |
Sushumna Kriya Yoga
Sushumna Kriya Yoga represents a contemporary approach, carefully adapted from ancient and potent Kriya Yoga traditions to suit the needs of the present era. This practice aims to foster holistic well-being, encompassing physical health, mental well-being, emotional balance, and spiritual vitality.
Temple will be conducting Sushumna Kriya Yoga sessions every Sunday from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm, starting November 19, 2023.
Upcoming Events
| Date | Day | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 | Sat | 7:00 PM | Sai Padhuka Pooja |
| 04 | Sun | 7:00 PM | Rudrabhishekam |
| 09 | Sat | 11:00 AM | Youth Enrichment Program |
| 09 | Sat | 3:00 PM | Sai Vratham |
| 11 | Mon | 7:00 PM | Rudrabhishekam |
| 17 | Sun | 4:00 PM | Carnatic Music Offerings |
| 21 | Thu | 9:00 AM | Sri Lakshmi Ganapathi & Navagraha Havan |
| 22 | Fri | 6:30 PM | Geeta Jayanthi – Bhagavat Geeta Recitation |
| 23 | Sat | 3:00 PM | Satyanarayana Vratham |
| 25 | Mon | Christmas (Temple open all day) | |
| 26 | Tue | Dattatreya Jayanthi |
| Date | Day | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Mon | New Years Day – Temple open all day | |
| 06 | Sat | 7:00 PM | Sai Padhuka Pooja |
| 13 | Sat | 3:00 PM | Sai Vratham |
| 13 | Sat | Bhogi/Lohri | |
| 14 | Sun | Makara Sankranthi/Pongal | |
| 15 | Mon | MLK Day – Temple open all day | |
| 15 | Mon | Kanuma | |
| 18 | Thu | 9:00 AM | Sri Lakshmi Ganapathi & Navagraha Havan |
| 21 | Sun | 4:00 PM | Sai Bhajan |
| 27 | Sat | 3:00 PM | Satyanarayana Vratham |
Weekend Events
| Day | Time | Event | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat | 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM | Yoga Classes | Walk-in |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Heartfulness Meditation | Walk-in |
| Sat | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Lalitha Sahasranama | Walk-in |
| Sat | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Bhajan Classes | Walk-in |
| Sun | 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM | Yoga Classes | Walk-in |
| Sun | 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Sushumna Kriya Yoga (new program) | Walk-in |
Donate
Temple is a non-profit organization depending solely on contributions made by devotees. All contributions are tax deductible (Tax ID: 58-2615661).
Please see Sponsorship page for details on ways you can support the temple.
Donate the following at the temple:
Ghee, Honey(Costco or Sam’s), Whole Toor Dal, Powdered Jaggery, Unsalted Pista (without shells), Japarthi (mace), Saffron
Donate the following for the kitchen:
Rice (Sona Masoori & Basmati), Chana Dal, Urad Dal, Peanuts, Vegetable Oil, Ghee and Cashews.