2024 SRF Convocation at the Ranch

A Golden Lotus Event

Immerse yourself in the transformative program of classes on Paramahansa Yogananda’s how-to-live teachings in the uplifting natural environment of Song of the Morning: A Yoga and Meditation Retreat of Excellence.

Enjoy the fellowship and intense blessings of the week of Convocation in company with God seeking souls in the retreat’s harmonious, inspiring woodland setting.

This online program is offered free of charge. Accommodations and meals are charged at the usual rates. Participants are welcome to come for whichever dates of the program they are able.

Lodging Fee: By clicking the Register Now button, you’ll be able to pay for your lodging, which includes the cost of meals. You may join for whichever nights you choose. 

Commuter Registration: For those who are local or commuting to this event, please register through this page and select the free “Commuter” option to receive notifications and updates. You will be sent a separate link to select meals.

Retreat Fee: There is no cost for this program, though donations are welcomed to help support Song of the Morning’s ability to provide yoga classes and organize this special way of viewing Convocation. Everyone who joins at the Ranch also needs to register online for the free virtual SRF Convocation program through their website by clicking here.

Convocation at the Ranch Tentative Schedule:
The live streaming schedule has been adjusted to accommodate for time zone differences. All hatha yoga classes are conducted by Golden Lotus Yoga Teacher’s Association members.

SUNDAY JULY 14
3:00 PM ARRIVAL AND SETTLING IN

MONDAY, JULY 15
10:00 Breakfast
11:00-2:00 PM Meditation with Kirtan SRF Nuns Kirtan Group
2:30-3:30 Hatha Yoga class
3:30-5:00 Free Time
5:00-6:00 Dinner
6:30-7:30 Allowing Joy to be Part of Our Everyday Lives:
Brother Kamalandanda
8:00-9:00 Meditation

TUESDAY, JULY 16
8:30-9:30 Meditation: Brother Tyagananda
10:00 Breakfast
12:30-1:30 Recharging the Body with Cosmic Energy:
Brother Prafullananda
2:30-3:30 Hatha Yoga Class
3:30-5:00 Free Time
5:00-6:00 Dinner
6:30-7:30 Using the Mirror of Introspection for All Round Success:
Brother Satyananda
8:00 Meditation

WEDNESDAY, JULY 17
8:30:9:30 Meditation; Sister Sarala
10:00 Breakfast
11:30-12:30 Satsanaga; Sister Brahmani
12:30-2:00 Free Time
2:00-3:00 Hatha Yoga Class
3:00-5:00 Free Time
5:00-6:00 Dinner
6:30-7:30 Finding a Personal Connection with the Divine; Sister Ranjana
8:00 Meditation

THURSDAY, JULY 18
8:30-9:30 Meditation: Brother Vimalananda
10:00 Breakfast
12:00-3:00 Meditation with Brother Chidananda
and SRF Monks Kirtan Group
3:30-4:30 Hatha Yoga Class
5:00-6:00 Dinner
6:30-7:30 Intuition: Nurturing the Love and Wisdom that come from
Meditation; Brother Govindananda
8:00 Meditation

FRIDAY, JULY 19
8:30-9:30 Meditation; Sister Chetana
10:00 Breakfast
11:30-12:30 Satsanga; Sister Nandini
1:00-2:30 Kirtan and Meditation from YSS Ranchi Ashram:
YSS Monks Kirtan Group
3:00-4:00 Hatha Yoga Class
5:00 Dinner
6:30-7:30 Highest Expression of Friendship: The Sacred Bond Between
Guru and Disciple: Brother Bhumananda
8:00 Meditation

SATURDAY, JULY 20
8:30-9:30 Guided Meditation Sister Yogamayee
10:00 Breakfast
2:00-3:00 Hatha Yoga Class
3:00-5:00 Free Time
5:00 Dinner
6:30-7:30 Satsanga with Brother Chidananda
8:00 Meditation

SUNDAY, JULY 21
11:00 Song of the Morning Sunday Service
1 pm Dinner