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Information about the event
As part of Sri Rama Navami celebrations, Sita Rama Abhishekam and Sita Rama Kalyanam will be conducted at the temple. Please see below for pooja schedule and sponsorship details.
Pooja Schedule
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 6:30 AM | Sri SaiBaba & Sita Rama Abhishekam |
| 8:00 AM | Alankaram and Archana |
| 8:30 AM | Srimad Ramayane Sitarama Kalyana sahita Sri Rama Pattabhisheka Sarga Parayana sahita Havan, Saibaba Astottara, Navagraha sahita Parivaradevatha Havan |
| 10:30 AM | Maha Poornahuti |
| 11:00 AM | Flag hoisting in Plaza area followed by Chandanotsavam with devotees in Library Hall |
| 12:00 PM | Sri Rama Cradle ceremony |
| 12:30 PM | Madhyana Aarti |
| 5:00 PM | Hanuman Chalisa Parayanam |
| 6:00 PM | Dhoop Aarti |
| 6.30 PM | Pallaki Seva |
| 7:00 PM | Sri Sita Rama Kalyanam |
| 9:30 PM | Community Archana |
| 10:00 PM | Shej Aarathi |
Akhand Bhajans from Apr 19th (Fri) 6PM to Apr 20th (Sat) 6PM
Worship for Special Needs Kids (Sat, Apr 13th)
NASSTA warmly invites families with special needs individuals to join us for a special Pooja and Bhajan session arranged exclusively for these families.
Date: Saturday, April 13th
Time: 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Venue: Temple Library Hall
Led by the Temple priest, this event offers a comfortable and welcoming environment for all our children to receive the blessings of Shirdi Sai Baba while enjoying devotional Bhajans. Please take this opportunity and join us with your children.
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.
Upcoming Events
| Date | Day | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 | Sat | 7:00 PM | Sai Padhuka Pooja |
| 08 | Mon | Solar Eclipse Temple closed from 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM | |
| 09 | Tue | Ugadi/Gudipadwa Temple open all day | |
| 13 | Sat | Puthandu/Baisakhi | |
| 13 | Sat | 10:30 AM | Worship for special needs kids |
| 13 | Sat | 3:00 PM | Sai Vratham |
| 14 | Sun | Vissu | |
| 16 | Tue | Sri Rama Navami (pooja schedule details) Temple open all day | |
| 18 | Thu | 9:00 AM | Sri Lakshmi Ganapathi & Navagraha Havan |
| 19 | Fri | 6:00 PM | Sri Rama Navami Akhand Bhajans from Fri 6 PM to Sat 6 PM |
| 21 | Sun | 4:00 PM | Namasankeerthana |
| 23 | Tue | Hanuman Jayanthi | |
| 27 | Sat | 3:00 PM | Satyanarayana Vratham |
| Date | Day | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 | Sat | 7:00 PM | Sai Padhuka Pooja |
| 10 | Fri | Akshaya Tritiya | |
| 13 | Sat | 3:00 PM | Sai Vratham |
| 16 | Thu | 9:00 AM | Sri Lakshmi Ganapathi & Navagraha Havan |
| 19 | Sun | 4:00 PM | Sai Bhajans |
| 25 | Sat | 3:00 PM | Satyanarayana Vratham |
| 27 | Mon | Memorial Day (Temple open all day) |
| Date | Day | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Sat | 7:00 PM | Sai Padhuka Pooja |
| 08 | Sat | 3:00 PM | Sai Vratham |
| 16 | Sun | 4:00 PM | Sai Bhajans |
| 19 | Wed | Juneteenth (Temple open all day) | |
| 20 | Thu | 9:00 AM | Sri Lakshmi Ganapathi & Navagraha Havan |
| 22 | 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 | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Tutoring Classes (new program) | 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 Meditation (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.