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$1 Million Surprise for the Temple of Light

On June 29, 2017, a gift of $1 million was given to help build the Temple of Light at Ananda Village by a family of devotees, one of whom is serving a life sentence in prison for a crime he did not commit. We had no idea it was coming.

Watch the touching moment when Michael and Katherine Olivier, two of the three devotees behind this surprise, shared this gift with Ananda’s worldwide family.
If you would like to send a personal message of thanks to Jairam, the third devotee, currently in the Pleasant Valley State Prison, please email gita@ananda.org by July 14, 2017.

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A Letter from Jairam

My name is Jairam. I operate Ananda’s satellite office at the Pleasant Valley State Prison in Fresno County. I am happy to be with you in this way on this joyous occasion. This gift is being made under the leadership of Jyotish and Devi, and through the guidance and blessings of Swamiji and our Masters...

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A Symbol of Global Unity

Nayaswami Devi shares the higher purpose of the Temple of Light at Ananda Village and how it serves to expand the mission of Paramhansa Yogananda in the world.

Save the Date

Groundbreaking Celebration

Date: August 12, 2017
Location: Ananda Village
Time: 5:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m. PDT

Join the Ananda community in our annual week of spiritual renewal from August 6 – 13, culminating in the groundbreaking and celebration for the long-awaited Temple of Light at Ananda Village.

Come for the whole week or for Saturday’s festivities; your presence will be a blessing!

Accommodations are available for Spiritual Renewal Week at both The Expanding Light Retreat and Ananda’s Meditation Retreat.

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Design & Inspiration

Nayaswami Jyotish takes us on a journey through the Temple of Light, sharing news and inspiration about its latest design refinements and the deeper lesson behind the $1 million gift from Jairam, Katherine, and Michael.

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Mastermind of the Master Plan

Relive the moment that Atman Goering, Ananda Village Manager, announces to the world that the Master Plan for Ananda Village has been approved by the Nevada County Board of Supervisors after many, many years of effort. Hear also about the next steps in construction for the Temple of Light at Ananda Village.

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$1.1 Million to Go!

$1.1 million remains to be raised in the next 25 months. Hear how many friends are getting creative to help raise money and learn how you can be a part of this wondrous adventure to build the Temple of Light at Ananda Village.