COMMUNITY GROUPS

building relationships & exploring truth

Bhakti Center Community Groups are a great place to meet new people and develop lasting relationships. Together we explore truth through the eyes of timeless spiritual wisdom. Join a group to share thoughts and realizations, to express doubts and ask questions, and to find inspiration and support on the spiritual path.

These are small, weekly gatherings of about 8-12 people with thoughtful and experienced group leaders. We have different levels of groups – some that serve as a starting point for new seekers and others for people who are more committed.

Find out more about them below.

For Info & Registration

To register for a group, please see below for individual group sign ups.

If you are unsure of what group is best for you or have any questions, please contact communitygroups@bhakticenter.org

All online groups will take place on Zoom.

*If you are unable to join any of the current offerings, please fill out this brief survey  letting us know your availability and we will do our best to schedule future groups that fit your schedule.

“As a spiritual beginner, I came into the community group afraid I’d need to keep most questions to myself or risk being disrespectful. However, by the end of our first session it became clear that I was surrounded by souls with open hearts and minds that were more than willing to provide answers when possible, or refer me to insightful readings. I feel that anyone, regardless of background, would undoubtedly benefit from immersing themselves in what the Bhakti Center has to offer.”

“Community groups are a great way to dive deeper into spiritual life with the support of loving mentors and like-minded souls. I feel so grounded and connected on the spiritual path. So grateful for the space created for us. Bhakti Center IS our spiritual home!”

“Discussing spirituality was becoming more common in my life, but I was tired of just speculating. I personally felt I needed a more defined path – one that was tried and true. Luckily, I came to find that community keeps me conscious of the path and helps me to stay on it.”

“The experience uplifts me every week. The groups have given me the opportunity to ask questions, and to bring up my doubts and realizations in a non-judgemental environment, where we all can explore, grow and deepen our own spiritual journey together. It’s been life-changing!” 

“I am so grateful for the Community Groups at The Bhakti Center! There are groups for individuals at any point of their spiritual curiosity or path. The groups that I have been a part of have been a great space to explore spirituality.”

“The community groups at the Bhakti Center are a place where I can be honest about my experience — the positive and the difficult — in a supportive environment. I check-in each week and reaffirm spiritual goals with like-minded people, many of whom have become good friends.”

“To date I’ve participated in two community groups. One was a men’s group and the other was for both men and women. Both have been exceptional and eye-opening. Throughout the week I found myself  looking forward to my new Bhakti community. I work all day and can easily get lost in the mundane aspects of life. These groups help me balance my life.”

“I enjoy going deeper into the Bhakti practice and having a solid community to support my growth. Having some of the meetings in homes adds an extra layer of intimacy, which is so beautiful. The groups provide me with accountability. With regular check-ins and check-outs, I’m able to set spiritual goals and reflect on those goals.”

“Community groups are a real treasure. To get together weekly and discuss higher goals in life with like-minded people, whose wish is to be better, and develop more faith and advance on their spiritual path, is a real gift. These gatherings are a true source of inspiration, motivation and even refuge for me.”

BEGINNING BHAKTI

for those new to bhakti

Beginning Bhakti is a great starting point for those new to bhakti and looking to explore the path with a group of like-minded seekers. Over the course of 12 weeks the group spends time reading from the Bhagavad-gita: Talks Between the Soul and God and discussing topics such as life’s meaning, purpose of yoga, divinity and our spiritual identity.

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GROWING BHAKTI

for those familiar with bhakti

Growing Bhakti is for those familiar with bhakti and looking to develop their faith and practice. Over the course of 12 weeks the group spends time reading from an important bhakti text and discussing topics such as bhakti philosophy, spiritual practices, holistic lifestyle changes, and relationship with spiritual teacher and Krishna.

Beginning Bhakti is a prerequisite for Growing Bhakti (or wisdom course equivalent).

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