In-person or virtual (Zoom/temple/community hall/home rotation)
Telugu bhajans, slokas, or light devotional songs
Short 5-minute reflection or explanation of meaning
Teach Vishnu Sahasranamam, Hanuman Chalisa, Lalita Sahasranama, etc.
Simple explanations of meaning in Telugu/English
Monthly recitation day
Simple breathing, mantra chanting (Om, Gayatri, etc.)
Stress relief focus for adults and youth
Could be labeled as “Mindfulness & Inner Peace” to stay inclusive
Invite local priests, scholars, or community elders
Topics: Dharma in daily life, parenting with values, youth challenges, etc.
Q&A at the end
Small but meaningful observances around:
Ugadi
Maha Shivaratri
Rama Navami
Janmashtami
Navaratri
Deepavali (spiritual significance, not just celebration)
Include:
Storytelling
Short puja or chanting
Kids performances (slokas, stories)
Chapter-by-chapter group reading
Once a month discussion on relevance to modern life
Monthly session on values: honesty, respect, gratitude, discipline, compassion
Use stories from Ramayana, Mahabharata, Panchatantra
Teen/young adult safe space discussions:
Stress, identity, purpose, relationships
Balancing tradition and modern life
“Stories with Values” hour — simple moral and spiritual stories
(Spirituality through action)
Food drives
Volunteering at shelters
Elder care visits
Community cleanup
Tie the idea: Service is a form of spirituality.
Combine all wings for a day of volunteering
Spiritual wing frames the purpose and reflection
Half-day or full-day program
Includes meditation, talks, group activities, and lunch
Grandparents, parents, kids together
Share prayers, stories, blessings
6. Group Temple visits & Group Poojas