Shree Hindu Swaminarayan Temple (ISSO) - Saskatoon, SK

The Shree Swaminarayan Hindu Temple (ISSO) in Saskatoon is a place of worship and a community hub for the local Hindu community. It operates under the International Swaminarayan Satsang Organization (ISSO), following the traditions of the Shree Nar-Narayan Dev Gadi in Kalupur, Ahmedabad. The temple is known for its peaceful, clean, and welcoming environment.

Key features

Daily worship (Puja) and Aarti: Regular worship services and aarti (worship with light) are held. The schedule includes a morning aarti at 8:30 AM and an evening aarti, which is at 6:00 PM in the winter and 7:00 PM in the summer.

Weekly Satsang: A prayer session known as Satsang is held every Saturday, including kirtan (devotional singing), aarti, and the distribution of bhog prasadam (sanctified food).

Festivals and Celebrations: The temple hosts festivals and celebrations such as Tulsi Vivah and Holi. It also promotes participation in broader cultural celebrations like Vande Bharat.

Meditation Sessions: The temple provides a serene atmosphere conducive to meditation and reflection.

Religious education: While specific programs are not detailed, the temple's motto of "human first" and its focus on spiritually enriching experiences suggest an emphasis on religious education.

Hanuman Chalisa Path: The path of Hanuman Chalisa is offered as part of the temple's spiritual activities.

Prasadam (Sanctified Food): Free community dinner prasad is available after the Saturday Sabha.

Inclusivity: The temple emphasizes inclusivity, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds to join in its spiritual activities and community events.

Community Support: The temple fosters community support and engagement through its programs and welcoming atmosphere.

Student Support: Students are encouraged to visit the temple for spiritual support and community engagement.

Events: The temple hosts community events, such as celebrations of Indian culture.

Wheelchair accessibility: The temple is wheelchair accessible, with an accessible entrance, parking lot, and restroom.

Clean and peaceful: Visitors consistently praise the temple for its cleanliness and peaceful atmosphere.