Welcome to Bhaktivedanta Sunday School
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To provide an education model that fosters a strong character in children by teaching spiritual values based on our real identity as spirit souls so that they can make responsible choices in life based on strong spiritual foundation paving their own path to real happiness.
“Please take care of your children and make them perfectly Krishna Conscious. That is very great service. If by your endeavor one or two souls who come under your protection become liberated in this life, that is a great transcendental service to the Lord.”
- His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda, Founder-Ācārya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness.
Teachers
Spiritual Master: HH Romapada Swami
Practicing Krishna Consciousness: 17 years
Favorite quote: Brahma Bhutan prasannatma, na socati na kanksati.
Sarah sarvesu Bhutto, mad Bhakti labhate Param. (BG 18.54)
Inspiration: Spiritual education is the greatest gift/ tool one can give especially to our young generation for their personal upliftment and society as a whole.
(Inspiring to) Spiritual Master: HH Indradyumna Swami
Practicing Krishna Consciousness: 16 years
Favorite quote: "But those who always worship Me with exclusive devotion, meditating on My transcendental form – to them I carry what they lack, and I preserve what they have." - BG9.22
Inspiration: To connect and build relationships with youth devotees and mentor them to encourage finding their path in Krishna Consciousness. My own Sunday School teachers had a large influence in my journey and have helped me reach where I am today. I am inspired to serve the next generation of devotees by teaching them topics from scripture that can help both in personal and spiritual life, as well as helping us all develop a more loving relationship with Krishna.
Practicing Krishna Consciousness: 16 years
Favorite quote: "Always remember Krsna and never forget Him."
smartavyaḥ satataṁ viṣṇur vismartavyo na jātucit
sarve vidhi-niṣedhāḥ syur etayor eva kiṅkarāḥ (CC Madhya 22.113)
Inspiration: Prabhupada always said that devotee children are from the vaikuntha. It is a great service to create an opportunity to stay connected to Krsna and grow in Bhakti along with them.
Practicing Krishna Consciousness: 16 years
Favorite quote: "Gratitude is seed of love" - HH Romapada Swami
Inspiration: I love teaching children.
Class Structure
Age: 4 - 6
Age: 7 - 9
Age: 10 - 13
- Vedic stories (From Srimad Bhagvatam, Ramayana, Mahabharata, Krishna Book, Bhagavad Gita and many more Vedic Texts)
- Discussions on practical applications of stories
- Life skills based on Vedic teachings
- Verse memorizations with meanings
- Mantra meditation
- Melodious bhajans and music lessons
- Fun dramas
- Crafts/ Drawing/ Painting
- Games
- Festivals celebrations and many more fun activities along with a sincere cultivation of Krishna Conscious values
Bhakti Vedant Sunday School (BVSS) – In Person Classes:
Start Date: Second Sunday of September
Venue: Sri Sri Kishore Kishori Mandir Chicago
Day/Time: Sunday 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Bhakti Vedanta Academy of Spiritual Education (BASE) – Zoom Classes (only for NW suburb):
Start Date: Second Sunday of August
Venue: Online Zoom classes
Day/Time: Sunday 10:00-11:00 am
(Financial aid available upon request)
Total Fees: 120$/year/child, 1st sibling $100/year, 2nd sibling $80/year
Important
- PLEASE MENTION CHILD'S FULL NAME IN PAYMENT COMMENTS.
- Please check the box "I’d like to add to my donation to help offset the cost of processing fees" this will help temple get the full donation from you.
Questions?
Contact Bhaktivedanta Sunday School - BhaktivedantaSchool@iskconchicago.com
OR RamaRaghavaDasa@847-826-0089