What’s Going On at The Assisi Institute

$13 Campaign

Please consider donating to our $13 Campaign! Any donation you can make in denominations of 13 will help us in our work of becoming channels of God’s love in the world. Learn more here. Thank you!

Fall Mini-Retreat

Saturday, November 9, 9 am – 1 pm. Life Happens: Healing Heart and Mind through Spiritual Practice. Register here.

Happening in October: All are welcome!

Rosary and Reflection with Johnny G: A shortened rosary, a brief spiritual reading and shared thoughts, followed by Yogananda’s Healing Prayers – all in 30 minutes! Every Monday at 5:30 pm. Learn more.

Spiritual Book Circle on Zoom with Mary McFee to study The Wisdom Of No Escape by Pema Chodron. Monday, October 28th at 7 pm. Learn more.

Kriya Yoga Meditation Service: Thursdays at 7 pm (in the temple and on Facebook and YouTube—learn more). 

Lakshmi and Divine Mercy Prayers: Fridays at noon in the temple (learn more). 

Evening Prayer and Veggie Potluck: Saturday, October 19 at 5 PM

Mark Your Calendar

Sanskrit Class with Marla Pellitier will begin on November 2 at 4 – 5:30 pm. Now is your chance to learn some sanskrit to make your chanting even more powerful!  Go here to learn much more.

Art From Your Heart Class with Steph Kelly on Saturday November 2, 12 – 3 pm. Tap into your inner creativity as you collage with colorful fabric scraps and beautiful origami papers to create your own greeting cards that are sweet, little works of art to give away to someone special. No art experience is necessary, and all supplies will be provided. Register here ($25 suggested donation). Ages 12+ are welcome.

News From Assisi Yoga

Explore classes here.

Tuesdays, at 6 pm: Multi-level Yoga with Jessica

Series in progress. Drop-ins are welcome!

Wednesdays at 6:30 pm: Kundalini 101 with Kimberlee

New series begins on October 9

Thursdays at 12pm: Yin Yoga with Sandra

Series in progress. Drop-ins are welcome! 

Fridays at 6 pm: Flow Journey to The Heart with Amanda

New Series begins October 4

Explore workshops here.

October 5 at noon: Ayurveda-Yoga with Christianne – Kapha Dosha

October 7 at 6:30 pm: Sound Bath with Charles and Jane (registration is required). 

October 19 at 10 am: Mindfulness, Meditation, and Movement for beginners with Lori

October 26 at 5 pm: Inspiration: The Breath: Workshop with Kasia

November 4 at 6:30 pm: Sound Bath with Sandra (registration is required).

December 14 at 10 am: Mindfulness, Meditation, and Movement for beginners with Lori

For questions or to register for any of these offerings, email Christianne here.

A Bit Of News:

The Center of Solitude in Allegheny County is offering a special invitation to our Assisi Community to join them for private retreats in the country. Check out the beautiful photos on their website here.

The Blessing Shop will be open before and after Kriya on Thursdays. For other times, simply call Muktima at 585-734-9232, and she will be happy to meet you.

A prayer jar near the Divine Mother’s altar at the back of the temple is a wonderful, tangible way to leave your heartfelt concerns in our sacred space. You are most welcome to write down your intentions when you are here. You may also email your intentions to prayers@assisi-institute.org.

Do you enjoy fellowship after Kriya on Thursdays? Your help is needed! We are looking for volunteers to host fellowship time by providing set-up, clean-up, and simple snacks. Email Purnima here for more information.

When you come in person for a service, please bring non-perishable food items to support St. Joseph’s House of Hospitality. You will find a large container in the south (main) foyer.