

Hotel Reservations
The Boston Center of SRF has negotiated a reduced group rate for attendees to the 2025 SRF Lecture Tour at the La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham in Somerville, Mass. near the Boston Center. More information.
Old South Church, Boston
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SRF 2025 Lecture Tour
We invite you to join us for a special program on the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. This spiritual gathering will be conducted by Self-Realization Fellowship monastics and will include inspirational programs, meditation classes and Kriya Yoga initiation for eligible students. You are welcome to bring family and friends to the following programs, except for those designated by an asterisk * which are open only to SRF Lessons students.
“How Meditation Can Transform Your Life”
A Public Lecture at Old South Church
Friday, May 9
Doors Open: 6:15 p.m.
Public Lecture with Guided Meditation: 7 to 8 p.m.
Reception: 8 to 9 p.m.
Old South Church
645 Boylston Street
Boston, Mass.
(Near the Copley MBTA station)
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Parking near Old South Church
The Clarendon Street Garage, Boston, is offering a group parking rate of $10 for 3 hours for Friday May 9. The parking ticket MUST BE VALIDATED at Old South Church. The maximum parking time is for 3 hours. If you park for more than 3 hours, you will be charged the regular rate.
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Please email us at boston.srf@gmail.com if you plan to attend the public lecture, or have any questions!
Events at Boston Center of SRF
Saturday, May 10
*Techniques Review Class: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
**Kriya Yoga Initiation: 5 to 8 p.m.
Boston Center of Self-Realization Fellowship
66 Fellsway West
Somerville, Mass.
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Sunday, May 11
**Kriya Yoga Review Class: 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Meditation: 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
Inspirational Service: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Refreshments and Fellowship: 12:45 to 1:45 p.m.
Boston Center of Self-Realization Fellowship
66 Fellsway West
Somerville, Mass.
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* Open to SRF Lessons students. (See note below.) Please bring your Lessons or Kriyaban card.
** Open to SRF Kriyabans only. Please bring your Kriyaban card.
Information for Newcomers to the Self-Realization Fellowship Lessons
- Newcomers interested in studying the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda may attend these classes by enrolling for the Self-Realization Fellowship Lessons, either before or during the weekend program.
- Further information and applications for the Lessons are available at SRFLessons.org or at the Public Lecture.
Information for SRF Lessons students and Kriyabans who want to attend the Kriya Yoga Ceremony
- If you are not yet a Kriyaban and wish to apply for Kriya, we encourage you to submit your Kriya application through the SRF Member Portal no later than April 18, 2025. Note: If you are not able to submit your application through the Member Portal or need technical assistance, you are welcome to contact the SRF International Help Desk at helpdesk@yogananda-srf.org.
- If you are a Kriyaban and have not attended a Kriya Yoga ceremony: please register by sending an email to Membership Services Kriya Registrar through KriyaRegistrar@yogananda-srf.org, or call +1 (818) 549 5151 no later than April 6, 2025.
- If you have already attended a Kriya Yoga ceremony, you do not need to register for the initiation but will be asked to show your Kriyaban card in order to attend. Your Kriyaban card is now available on the SRF/YSS App on your phone. However, if you need a replacement card, please send an email to Membership Services Kriya Registrar through KriyaRegistrar@yogananda-srf.org, or call +1 (818) 549 5151 no later than April 6, 2025.
Please note: By special arrangement, resident permit parking restrictions around 66 Fellsway West have been lifted during the days and times of the events taking place at the Boston Center to allow street parking.