Sri Balaji Temple of Great Lakes - Township, MI

The Sri Balaji Temple of Great Lakes is a spiritual and cultural center in West Bloomfield, Michigan, dedicated to Lord Venkateswara (Balaji) and following the Srivaishnava Sampradayam tradition, similar to the Tirumala Tirupati temple in India. The temple aims to preserve Vedic traditions, offer spiritual guidance, and foster community in the greater Detroit area.

Key features

Community meals (Prasadam): Free maha prasadam is served, particularly on Saturdays, and the temple offers catering services for events.

Daily worship (Puja) & deity services (Darshan): Priests conduct daily aradhanas and pujas following Vedic traditions. The temple is open daily with specific hours for morning and evening prayer services.

Festivals & celebrations: A wide range of festivals and special events are celebrated, including ThiruAdhyayana Utsavam in December.

Life-cycle ceremonies & religious ceremonies: Priestly services are available for various ceremonies, including weddings (Kalyana Utsavam), homams, and other rituals.

Meditation Sessions: Regular sessions on meditation are offered to the public.

Religious education: Classes on Vedic chanting, Hindu scriptures, and other aspects of Vedic learning are conducted regularly. "Gopa Kuteeram" classes are also available for children aged 4 to 13.

Yoga classes: Regular yoga classes are available to the public.

Charitable giving: The temple accepts donations, particularly for initiatives like annadhanam (community meals).

Community events: Various events and community activities are held throughout the year.

Online resources: Information on schedules, services, events, and volunteering is available on the temple's website.

Volunteer opportunities: The temple relies on dedicated volunteers and accepts registrations for those interested in helping.