Finding God, Sharing God

02/01/2026

01/30/2026

01/30/2026

Rays of the One Light is a spiritually uplifting book created by Swami Kriyananda as a concise and practical manual for Sunday worship services in the Ananda churches. It originated as a condensed version of his earlier work, Rays of the Same Light, which explored the unity of spiritual truths found in scriptures of the Holy Bible and the Bhagavad Gita.

ABOUT THIS SERIES
Each week short video clips are shared from the recording of the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Service chanting, choir music, prayers, readings, and the minister's talks. The Sunday Service topics and readings are from three books; Affirmations For Self-Healing, Rays Of The One Light and Whispers From Eternity.

The idea behind sharing videos is to give the listener a chance to focus solely and deeply on the experience.

Paramhansa Yogananda's described how guru, Sri Yukteswar would have him concentrate on a single aphorism from the scriptures, meditate deeply, and not move on until the full depth was understood. Sri Yukteswar emphasized that true wisdom is assimilated not just by the eyes or intellect but by the very being, saying, “Wisdom is not assimilated with the eyes, but with the atoms.” This method helped Yogananda internalize the teachings profoundly, enabling him to later understand and interpret scriptures like the Bhagavad Gita from their original spiritual essence rather than through external commentaries.

DID YOU MISS PREVIOUS EPISODES?
HOW TO FIND CURRENT, PAST AND FUTURE EPISODES

COMPLETE 2026 SERIES: (the list is growing every week.)
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteDztTxZsiFyIxdv7xaDPc7r

CURRENT WEEK 4:
1. YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteB3KgcvaRoAwAYHfMAzum1o&si=GL-zzRS4iDTWgBE

WATCH LIVE ONLINE EACH SUNDAY FROM THE ANANDA PALO ALTO TEMPLE
https://www.anandapaloalto.org/livestream

09:00 am Pacific Time: Fire Ceremony and Purification
10:00 am Pacific Time: Sunday Service and Festival of Light

WATCH IN-PERSON: FIND AN ANANDA LOCATION NEAR YOU
https://www.ananda.org/location/ananda-palo-alto/

CREDITS
These recordings are from the 2026 Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Services.

Paramhansa Yogananda and Swami Kriyananda are the authors of the books and music shared during the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Service.

Crystal Clarity Publishers is the publisher of the books and music in this series.

01/30/2026

ABOUT THIS SERIES
Each week short video clips are shared from the recording of the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Service chanting, choir music, prayers, readings, and the minister's talks. The Sunday Service topics and readings are from three books; Affirmations For Self-Healing, Rays Of The One Light and Whispers From Eternity.

The idea behind sharing videos is to give the listener a chance to focus solely and deeply on the experience.

Paramhansa Yogananda's described how guru, Sri Yukteswar would have him concentrate on a single aphorism from the scriptures, meditate deeply, and not move on until the full depth was understood. Sri Yukteswar emphasized that true wisdom is assimilated not just by the eyes or intellect but by the very being, saying, “Wisdom is not assimilated with the eyes, but with the atoms.” This method helped Yogananda internalize the teachings profoundly, enabling him to later understand and interpret scriptures like the Bhagavad Gita from their original spiritual essence rather than through external commentaries.

DID YOU MISS PREVIOUS EPISODES?
HOW TO FIND CURRENT, PAST AND FUTURE EPISODES

COMPLETE 2026 SERIES: (the list is growing every week.)
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteDztTxZsiFyIxdv7xaDPc7r

CURRENT WEEK 4:
YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteB3KgcvaRoAwAYHfMAzum1o&si=GL-zzRS4iDTWgBEX

COMPLETE MINISTER TALKS
The talks given by the Ananda Palo Alto ministers are the focus of this playlist.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteDrBXkdbqO_x0Wnp2IyThCT

COMPLETE AFFIRMATIONS FOR SELF-HEALING
These videos are recordings of the affirmation quality, guided affirmation and prayer. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteDDXLrjcQDbU6J9Q55WmJxL

WATCH LIVE ONLINE EACH SUNDAY FROM THE ANANDA PALO ALTO TEMPLE
https://www.anandapaloalto.org/livestream

09:00 am Pacific Time: Fire Ceremony and Purification
10:00 am Pacific Time: Sunday Service and Festival of Light

WATCH IN-PERSON: FIND AN ANANDA LOCATION NEAR YOU
https://www.ananda.org/location/ananda-palo-alto/

CREDITS
These recordings are from the 2026 Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Services.

Paramhansa Yogananda and Swami Kriyananda are the authors of the books and music shared during the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Service.

Crystal Clarity Publishers is the publisher of the books and music in this series.

01/30/2026

LYRICS
Every morning when I greet the sun,
When I move forth through crowded ways,
In my heart, Lord, ever so silently,
I will always think of Thee!

When I laugh, oh, and when I cry with pain,
When my best friends misunderstand,
In my heart, Lord, ever so silently,
I will always think of Thee!

Refrain:
Dear God, my God, I am Thine for eternity!
Dear God, my God, I am Thine eternally!

Though my path lead me over desert sands,
Though it take me through bitter storms,
In my heart, Lord, ever so silently,
I will always think of Thee!

When I’m working and when in earned repose,
Let come victory or low defeat,
In my heart, Lord, ever so silently,
I will always think of Thee!

WHY WE SING
Songs like "I Will Always Think of Thee" are sung to cultivate a continuous, loving remembrance of God in the heart throughout daily life. This song, in particular, expresses a deep, silent devotion that remains steady regardless of external circumstances—whether facing joy, pain, misunderstanding, challenges, or rest.

SEE LINKS TO MORE VIDEOS BELOW

ABOUT THIS SERIES
Each week we share short video clips of the Ananda Palo Alto chanting, choir music, prayers, readings, and the minister's talks.

Paramhansa Yogananda's described how his guru, Sri Yukteswar, would have him concentrate on a single aphorism from the scriptures, meditate deeply, and not move on until the full depth was understood.

We encourage you to try this for yourself.

DID YOU MISS PREVIOUS EPISODES?
WHERE TO FIND CURRENT, PAST AND FUTURE EPISODES

COMPLETE 2026 SERIES: (the list is growing every week.)
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteDztTxZsiFyIxdv7xaDPc7r

CURRENT WEEK 4:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteB3KgcvaRoAwAYHfMAzum1o&si=GL-zzRS4iDTWgBEX

WATCH LIVE ONLINE EACH SUNDAY FROM THE ANANDA PALO ALTO TEMPLE
https://www.anandapaloalto.org/livestream

09:00 am Pacific Time: Fire Ceremony and Purification
10:00 am Pacific Time: Sunday Service and Festival of Light

WATCH IN-PERSON: FIND AN ANANDA LOCATION NEAR YOU
https://www.ananda.org/location/ananda-palo-alto/

CREDITS
These recordings are from the 2026 Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Services.

Paramhansa Yogananda and Swami Kriyananda are the authors of the books and music shared during the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Service.

Crystal Clarity Publishers is the publisher of the books and music in this series.

01/30/2026

THE AFFIRMATION PRAYER

"O Cosmic Energy, vitalize all the cells of my body; recharge my mind with boundless inspiration; fill my soul with Thy inexhaustible joy."

SEE LINKS TO MORE VIDEOS BELOW

ABOUT THIS SERIES
Each week short video clips are shared from the recording of the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Service chanting, choir music, prayers, readings, and the minister's talks. The Sunday Service topics and readings are from three books; Affirmations For Self-Healing, Rays Of The One Light and Whispers From Eternity.

The idea behind sharing videos is to give the listener a chance to focus solely and deeply on the experience.

Paramhansa Yogananda's described how guru, Sri Yukteswar would have him concentrate on a single aphorism from the scriptures, meditate deeply, and not move on until the full depth was understood. Sri Yukteswar emphasized that true wisdom is assimilated not just by the eyes or intellect but by the very being, saying, “Wisdom is not assimilated with the eyes, but with the atoms.” This method helped Yogananda internalize the teachings profoundly, enabling him to later understand and interpret scriptures like the Bhagavad Gita from their original spiritual essence rather than through external commentaries.

DID YOU MISS PREVIOUS EPISODES?
WHERE TO FIND CURRENT, PAST AND FUTURE EPISODES

COMPLETE 2026 SERIES: (the list is growing every week.)
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteDztTxZsiFyIxdv7xaDPc7r

CURRENT WEEK 4:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteB3KgcvaRoAwAYHfMAzum1o&si=GL-zzRS4iDTWgBEX

WATCH LIVE ONLINE EACH SUNDAY FROM THE ANANDA PALO ALTO TEMPLE
https://www.anandapaloalto.org/livestream

09:00 am Pacific Time: Fire Ceremony and Purification
10:00 am Pacific Time: Sunday Service and Festival of Light

WATCH IN-PERSON: FIND AN ANANDA LOCATION NEAR YOU
https://www.ananda.org/location/ananda-palo-alto/

CREDITS
These recordings are from the 2026 Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Services.

Paramhansa Yogananda and Swami Kriyananda are the authors of the books and music shared during the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Service.

Crystal Clarity Publishers is the publisher of the books and music in this series.

01/30/2026

THE AFFIRMATION
"Within me lies the energy to accomplish all that I will to do. Behind my every act is God’s infinite power."

SEE LINKS TO MORE VIDEOS BELOW

ABOUT THIS SERIES
Each week short video clips are shared from the recording of the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Service chanting, choir music, prayers, readings, and the minister's talks. The Sunday Service topics and readings are from three books; Affirmations For Self-Healing, Rays Of The One Light and Whispers From Eternity.

The idea behind sharing videos is to give the listener a chance to focus solely and deeply on the experience.

Paramhansa Yogananda's described how guru, Sri Yukteswar would have him concentrate on a single aphorism from the scriptures, meditate deeply, and not move on until the full depth was understood. Sri Yukteswar emphasized that true wisdom is assimilated not just by the eyes or intellect but by the very being, saying, “Wisdom is not assimilated with the eyes, but with the atoms.” This method helped Yogananda internalize the teachings profoundly, enabling him to later understand and interpret scriptures like the Bhagavad Gita from their original spiritual essence rather than through external commentaries.

DID YOU MISS PREVIOUS EPISODES?
WHERE TO FIND CURRENT, PAST AND FUTURE EPISODES

COMPLETE 2026 SERIES: (the list is growing every week.)
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteDztTxZsiFyIxdv7xaDPc7r

CURRENT WEEK 4:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteB3KgcvaRoAwAYHfMAzum1o&si=GL-zzRS4iDTWgBEX

COMPLETE CHANTING AND CHOIR MUSIC
This playlist specifically shares the clips of the chanting and choir performances during the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Services:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteDTgEHJWXVgtRPY2ppB1kLY

WATCH LIVE ONLINE EACH SUNDAY FROM THE ANANDA PALO ALTO TEMPLE
https://www.anandapaloalto.org/livestream

09:00 am Pacific Time: Fire Ceremony and Purification
10:00 am Pacific Time: Sunday Service and Festival of Light

WATCH IN-PERSON: FIND AN ANANDA LOCATION NEAR YOU
https://www.ananda.org/location/ananda-palo-alto/

CREDITS
These recordings are from the 2026 Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Services.

Paramhansa Yogananda and Swami Kriyananda are the authors of the books and music shared during the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Service.

Crystal Clarity Publishers is the publisher of the books and music in this series.

01/30/2026

01/30/2026

ABOUT THIS SERIES
Each week short video clips are shared from the recording of the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Service chanting, choir music, prayers, readings, and the minister's talks. The Sunday Service topics and readings are from three books; Affirmations For Self-Healing, Rays Of The One Light and Whispers From Eternity.

The idea behind sharing videos is to give the listener a chance to focus solely and deeply on the experience.

Paramhansa Yogananda's described how his guru, Sri Yukteswar would have him concentrate on a single aphorism from the scriptures, meditate deeply, and not move on until the full depth was understood. Sri Yukteswar emphasized that true wisdom is assimilated not just by the eyes or intellect but by the very being, saying, “Wisdom is not assimilated with the eyes, but with the atoms.” This method helped Yogananda internalize the teachings profoundly, enabling him to later understand and interpret scriptures like the Bhagavad Gita from their original spiritual essence rather than through external commentaries.

DID YOU MISS PREVIOUS EPISODES?
WHERE TO FIND CURRENT, PAST AND FUTURE EPISODES

COMPLETE 2026 SERIES: (the list is growing every week.)
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteDztTxZsiFyIxdv7xaDPc7r

CURRENT WEEK 4:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteB3KgcvaRoAwAYHfMAzum1o&si=GL-zzRS4iDTWgBEX

WATCH LIVE ONLINE EACH SUNDAY FROM THE ANANDA PALO ALTO TEMPLE
https://www.anandapaloalto.org/livestream

09:00 am Pacific Time: Fire Ceremony and Purification
10:00 am Pacific Time: Sunday Service and Festival of Light

WATCH IN-PERSON: FIND AN ANANDA LOCATION NEAR YOU
https://www.ananda.org/location/ananda-palo-alto/

CREDITS
These recordings are from the 2026 Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Services.

Paramhansa Yogananda and Swami Kriyananda are the authors of the books and music shared during the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Service.

Crystal Clarity Publishers is the publisher of the books and music in this series.

01/30/2026

Each week we pray to the Masters of Self-Realization a special prayer of devotion, helping us to remember that they and God are always present in our lives and that it is up to us to include them in our conscious awareness and everyday life.

ABOUT THIS SERIES
Each week short video clips are shared from the recording of the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Service chanting, choir music, prayers, readings, and the minister's talks. The Sunday Service topics and readings are from three books; Affirmations For Self-Healing, Rays Of The One Light and Whispers From Eternity.

The idea behind sharing videos in short clips is to give the listener a chance to focus solely and deeply on the experience. By doing so, I believe that profound and positive changes may happen to anyone willing to put energy in finding their highest potential.

You can choose to find the YouTube playlist or Facebook Album and watch the service from start to finish (the Festival of Light will be added later), or pick and choose from a selection of videos lasting anywhere from less than a minute to up to ten minutes.

Whatever you choose to do, I encourage you to make the time to be alone with these teachings; watch a video and then meditate on what you heard and saw for a few minutes. Paramhansa Yogananda's guru Sri Yukteswar asked him to meditate deeply on what he read rather than just reading superficially. He taught Yogananda to focus intensely on one passage or aphorism at a time, encouraging him to meditate on it until he fully absorbed its spiritual vitality and meaning.

For example, Yogananda described how Sri Yukteswar would have him concentrate on a single aphorism from the scriptures, meditate deeply, and not move on until the full depth was understood. Sri Yukteswar emphasized that true wisdom is assimilated not just by the eyes or intellect but by the very being, saying, “Wisdom is not assimilated with the eyes, but with the atoms.” This method helped Yogananda internalize the teachings profoundly, enabling him to later understand and interpret scriptures like the Bhagavad Gita from their original spiritual essence rather than through external commentaries.

It is my hope and knowing that following the example of the Gurus, we can become like them. It takes energy and effort on our part. This series is designed to help everyone wanting, and maybe needing, help fighting against their karma, to have the freedom to explore possible solutions on their own, but with the energy and vibration of a powerful and compassionate Guru with them.

DID YOU MISS PREVIOUS EPISODES?
HOW TO FIND CURRENT, PAST AND FUTURE EPISODES

COMPLETE 2026 SERIES: (the list is growing every week.)
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteDztTxZsiFyIxdv7xaDPc7r

CURRENT WEEK 4:
1. YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteB3KgcvaRoAwAYHfMAzum1o&si=GL-zzRS4iDTWgBEX
2. FACEBOOK: TBD

COMPLETE CHANTING AND CHOIR MUSIC
This playlist specifically shares the clips of the chanting and choir performances during the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Services:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteDTgEHJWXVgtRPY2ppB1kLY

COMPLETE MINISTER TALKS
The talks given by the Ananda Palo Alto ministers are the focus of this playlist.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteDrBXkdbqO_x0Wnp2IyThCT

COMPLETE AFFIRMATIONS FOR SELF-HEALING
These videos are recordings of the affirmation quality, guided affirmation and prayer. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteDDXLrjcQDbU6J9Q55WmJxL

COMPLETE PRAYERS
Learn to prayer by listening to others pray.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteD7oum0OynzSwMWYFgPD1aA

WATCH LIVE ONLINE EACH SUNDAY FROM THE ANANDA PALO ALTO TEMPLE
https://www.anandapaloalto.org/livestream

09:00 am Pacific Time: Fire Ceremony and Purification
10:00 am Pacific Time: Sunday Service and Festival of Light

WATCH IN-PERSON: FIND AN ANANDA LOCATION NEAR YOU
https://www.ananda.org/location/ananda-palo-alto/

CREDITS
These recordings are from the 2026 Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Services.

Paramhansa Yogananda and Swami Kriyananda are the authors of the books and music shared during the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Service.

The composers of the music are most often Swami Kriyananda and Paramhansa Yogananda. The music can be found in either the Ananda Chants book or the Ananda Songbook.

Crystal Clarity Publishers is the publisher of the books and music in this series.

01/28/2026

Ananda Palo Alto rings bells before and after service as a way to create a sacred atmosphere, helping devotees prepare their minds and hearts for meditation and worship.

The ringing of bells serves as a call to attention, signaling the beginning and end of the spiritual gathering, and inviting everyone to enter a state of calmness and receptivity.

This practice aligns with traditional spiritual customs where bells are used to clear the environment of distractions and to focus the consciousness on the divine presence during the service.

The service also begins with a question; "The Voice of God Calls Us to Awake In Him, How will He find us when He comes?"

This question emphasizes the spiritual awakening that the divine calls for within each devotee. It highlights the importance of being spiritually alert and ready when God comes, both to awaken Him within ourselves and to dedicate ourselves more perfectly to His will.

ABOUT THIS SERIES
Each week short video clips are shared from the recording of the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Service chanting, choir music, prayers, readings, and the minister's talks. The Sunday Service topics and readings are from three books; Affirmations For Self-Healing, Rays Of The One Light and Whispers From Eternity.

The idea behind sharing videos in short clips is to give the listener a chance to focus solely and deeply on the experience. By doing so, I believe that profound and positive changes may happen to anyone willing to put energy in finding their highest potential.

You can choose to find the YouTube playlist or Facebook Album and watch the service from start to finish (the Festival of Light will be added later), or pick and choose from a selection of videos lasting anywhere from less than a minute to up to ten minutes.

Whatever you choose to do, I encourage you to make the time to be alone with these teachings; watch a video and then meditate on what you heard and saw for a few minutes. Paramhansa Yogananda's guru Sri Yukteswar asked him to meditate deeply on what he read rather than just reading superficially. He taught Yogananda to focus intensely on one passage or aphorism at a time, encouraging him to meditate on it until he fully absorbed its spiritual vitality and meaning.

For example, Yogananda described how Sri Yukteswar would have him concentrate on a single aphorism from the scriptures, meditate deeply, and not move on until the full depth was understood. Sri Yukteswar emphasized that true wisdom is assimilated not just by the eyes or intellect but by the very being, saying, “Wisdom is not assimilated with the eyes, but with the atoms.” This method helped Yogananda internalize the teachings profoundly, enabling him to later understand and interpret scriptures like the Bhagavad Gita from their original spiritual essence rather than through external commentaries.

It is my hope and knowing that following the example of the Gurus, we can become like them. It takes energy and effort on our part. This series is designed to help everyone wanting, and maybe needing, help fighting against their karma, to have the freedom to explore possible solutions on their own, but with the energy and vibration of a powerful and compassionate Guru with them.

DID YOU MISS PREVIOUS EPISODES?
HOW TO FIND CURRENT, PAST AND FUTURE EPISODES

COMPLETE 2026 SERIES: (the list is growing every week.)
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteDztTxZsiFyIxdv7xaDPc7r

CURRENT WEEK 4:
1. YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteB3KgcvaRoAwAYHfMAzum1o&si=GL-zzRS4iDTWgBEX
2. FACEBOOK: TBD

COMPLETE CHANTING AND CHOIR MUSIC
This playlist specifically shares the clips of the chanting and choir performances during the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Services:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteDTgEHJWXVgtRPY2ppB1kLY

COMPLETE MINISTER TALKS
The talks given by the Ananda Palo Alto ministers are the focus of this playlist.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteDrBXkdbqO_x0Wnp2IyThCT

COMPLETE AFFIRMATIONS FOR SELF-HEALING
These videos are recordings of the affirmation quality, guided affirmation and prayer. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteDDXLrjcQDbU6J9Q55WmJxL

COMPLETE PRAYERS
Learn to prayer by listening to others pray.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNoFDGg-oteD7oum0OynzSwMWYFgPD1aA

WATCH LIVE ONLINE EACH SUNDAY FROM THE ANANDA PALO ALTO TEMPLE
https://www.anandapaloalto.org/livestream

09:00 am Pacific Time: Fire Ceremony and Purification
10:00 am Pacific Time: Sunday Service and Festival of Light

WATCH IN-PERSON: FIND AN ANANDA LOCATION NEAR YOU
https://www.ananda.org/location/ananda-palo-alto/

CREDITS
These recordings are from the 2026 Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Services.

Paramhansa Yogananda and Swami Kriyananda are the authors of the books and music shared during the Ananda Palo Alto Sunday Service.

The composers of the music are most often Swami Kriyananda and Paramhansa Yogananda. The music can be found in either the Ananda Chants book or the Ananda Songbook.

Crystal Clarity Publishers is the publisher of the books and music in this series.