Iskcon - Saint Louis, MO

The ISKCON Temple of St. Louis, located on Lindell Blvd, is a vibrant spiritual and cultural hub serving the St. Louis metropolitan area. As part of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness movement, the temple provides a welcoming and lively environment for worship, spiritual practice (Bhakti Yoga), and community engagement. Visitors can experience vibrant chanting (kirtan), daily worship services (aarti and puja), attend major festival celebrations, and enjoy communal meals (prasadam or "Sunday Feast"). The temple is known for its inclusive atmosphere and its commitment to spreading Vedic knowledge.

Key features

Vibrant Worship & Kirtan: The temple is known for its energetic chanting and musical recitation of hymns (kirtan), which is a key part of the spiritual experience.

Bhakti Yoga Classes: The center offers regular classes and study groups focused on Bhakti Yoga (the yoga of love and devotion) and teachings from the Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam.

Sunday Feast Program: A major weekly event that includes a lecture, kirtan, and a free, delicious vegetarian meal (prasadam), fostering a strong sense of community.

Food for Life Program: Part of a global ISKCON initiative, the temple actively participates in distributing free food to the community and needy residents, embodying the principle that "everyone should have food to eat."

Major Festival Celebrations: The temple is a hub for celebrating major Vaishnava festivals, including Janmashtami, Govardhan Puja, and the annual Chariot Festival (Rath Yatra).

Vedic Education & Online Resources: Offers classes, study groups, and has an official website (iskconstlouis.org) and social media presence to provide resources and information.

Welcoming and Inclusive Environment: The temple operates on the principle that "all are welcome," providing a friendly and inclusive atmosphere for people of all backgrounds.

Daily Worship & Deity Darshan: A regular schedule for daily arati (worship ceremonies) and darshan (viewing of the deities) is maintained.

Volunteer Opportunities: The community and its programs rely heavily on dedicated volunteers (seva).