Sunday services are held at 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. The meditation begins at 8:30 a.m. Sunday evening 2-hour meditation begins at 5:30 p.m.
Weekday morning meditations are held from 7:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Welcome to the San Diego Temple
San Diego Temple is a branch of Self-Realization Fellowship (SRF), an international organization founded in 1920 by Paramahansa Yogananda to disseminate the universal teachings of Kriya Yoga, a sacred spiritual science which originated millennia ago in India.
Welcome to the San Diego Temple
San Diego Temple is a branch of Self-Realization Fellowship (SRF), an international religious organization founded in 1920 by Paramahansa Yogananda to disseminate the universal teachings of Kriya Yoga, a sacred spiritual science which originated millennia ago in India.
Latest News
Weekly Service Topic and Announcements December 8, 2022 - The service topic for March 19th is How to Be a Friend to All. Click the button below to view this week's announcements. Read More
Introduction to Meditation Service September 20, 2022 - We are happy to announce that on the first Thursday evening of each month at 7:00 p.m. an Introduction-to-Meditation service will be held at the Temple. The class on April 6, 2023 will be geared towards those who are new to meditation; veteran meditators are more than welcome, may learn something new, and will support… Read More
Join other devotees for Lesson Study June 13, 2022 - Lesson Study will be held Sunday, March 19th at 12:30 p.m. in room 11. The group will be studying lesson 42. It's often a good idea to bring the next consecutive lesson as well. To join, simply bring a copy of the lesson or your SRF lesson student card. Read more about Lesson Study. Read More
Temple Day of Service June 1, 2022 - Temple Day of Service will be held on Saturday, March 25th. Everyone is invited to join these activities - it's a great way to get acquainted with people while helping to serve at the Temple. Arrive at 9:00 a.m. when tasks are assigned and there's time to enjoy some breakfast treats. You may choose from… Read More
Maintaining our Hidden Gem: San Diego Temple
Did you know that San Diego Temple was originally built in 1909? It was the third location that Paramahansa Yogananda founded, opening as a Self-Realization Fellowship Temple in 1943. Paramahansaji was personally involved in its early renovations and conducted services here for many years. It is vital to perform ongoing restoration and upgrades to keep these beautiful buildings and grounds in pristine condition. Master has left this temple in our care and we will do our best to honor his legacy!
Young Adult Group
San Diego Temple is re-forming its young adult group for those ages 18-39. If you’re interested in getting together with other young adults for fellowship, click the button below.
Sunday School
In person Sunday School and Youth programs have resumed. Check in begins at 10:40 a.m. on the upper patio. Additionally, wonderful resources and information are available at Self-Realization Fellowship’s online inspirational youth programs.
Paramahansa Yogananda
Swami Yogananda was born Mukunda Lal Ghosh in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. According to his younger brother Sananda, young Mukunda’s awareness and experience of the spiritual was far beyond the ordinary, even from his earliest years.
Self-Realization Fellowship
SRF is a worldwide religious organization, founded in 1920 by Paramahansa Yogananda to make available the universal teachings of Kriya Yoga – a sacred spiritual science which originated in ancient India. Lecture Services held on Sundays and Thursdays at San Diego Temple offer a good introduction to the SRF teachings.