01/07/2026
2026 January Newsletter
Master's All Day Meditation
Saturday, January 10, from 9:30-3:00
1843 Puye Rd. Santa Fe (Note change from our regular location for this particular service.)
You are warmly welcome to attend this inspiring day of meditation, readings and chants. The day will consist of two periods of meditation and an intermission at 1 p.m. If you can only attend for part of the day, please come in the morning. No one will be admitted for only the afternoon portion. There will be a mid-day intermission. Feel free to bring personal shawls, meditation mats, cushions, arm rests for practice of the Aum Meditation Technique etc.
Annual Meeting & Potluck - 2026
The Santa Fe Meditation Circle Annual Meeting and Potluck will be held on Sunday, January 25th after the 10:00 AM service. All are warmly welcome and encouraged to attend in person or online. We will meet immediately after the service at 11:30 at 1843 Puye Rd. Santa Fe (Note change from our regular location for this particular service.)
The meeting is always important as it sets the direction of our Circle for the coming year. We will elect members to the Managing Council, review the financial status of the Circle and other aspects of the group.
The agenda:
• Opening prayer and brief meditation
• Initial remarks by the current Managing Council
• Treasurer’s report
• Members Agenda Items
• Update on search for new meditation chapel
• Selection of Managing Council for 2025
• Photo of SFMC members for social media pages
• Closing prayer
Search for a New Location
Santa Fe Meditation Circle is continuing its search for a more permanent location, one in which we will not have to set up chairs and the altar each week. You are invited to help by investigating possible leads for rental spaces in the community.
If you see a “for lease” sign, feel free to call the number listed and inquire. If they do not have a location that fits the following parameters, you can ask the agent to keep us in mind and to call you if something possible does emerge.
We are looking for the following:
-Minimum 700-800 square feet, central location preferred
-Bathroom
-Sink and counter area with room for small refrigerator if one does not exist (will consider the space if it does not have this)
-Ample parking for 10-15 cars (more if possible)
-Easy access for persons with limited mobility (ground level preferred)
-1000-$1200. We would prefer that utilities be included but will consider paying them
-Temperature control (heating/air conditioning)
-Some amount of storage space/closet
Please keep SFMC and its search for a new home in your prayers.
Lessons Group Study
"When I am gone, the teachings will be the Guru. Through the teachings you will be in tune with me and the great Gurus who sent me."
–Paramahansa Yogananda
At least 10 years ago, a group of Santa Fe devotees began a weekly study of Guruji’s Self-Realization Fellowship Lessons, which has been an incredibly enriching experience. The group has now completed them all and has decided to begin a dedicated review again.
All those who are currently or who have been enrolled with the revised Lessons are warmly welcome to join. It will be online via Zoom with the hope that it might be in person once a location is determined. Each person reads a short passage from the Lesson followed by time for meditative reflection with no discussion.
Meeting together with people we know from our Circle and friends does much to support and strengthen our local spiritual fellowship—we hope you will consider joining the study group.
*For the first time they are available in digital format as well as print
*Each Lesson has a study and introspection guide with helpful videos
*They offer an opportunity for lifelong deepening of our understanding of Master's instruction to his disciples. We are sitting at his feet when we read these Lessons.
For information about enrolling in the Lessons as well as conference call details, please contact SFMC devotee Patricia at 505-690-0368 or patdobrin@gmail.com
Monastic-led Lecture & Kriya Tour in Albuquerque
SRF monastics will be in Albuquerque March 20-22. They will give a public lecture, Kriya Yoga initiation and a meditation service followed by a reception. Free Talk and Guided Meditation on March 20.
Join Self-Realization Fellowship monk Brother Saralananda in exploring how meditation can lead to the natural development of deep calmness and the awakening of spiritual consciousness that can transform all aspects of life. This talk will include a guided meditation suitable for both newcomers and veteran meditators.
*There are opportunities to serve as an Usher for these events in Albuquerque. Contact Judy Mace at judithlynnmace@gmail.com if you wish to serve at any of these events.
Worldwide Prayer Circle
On Wednesdays from 7:30-8 p.m., members of the SFMC gather by conference call to participate in the SRF Worldwide Prayer Circle. All devotees are welcome to request prayers for family, friends and world conditions.
Please send email prayer requests to Patricia- patdobrin@gmail.com
Everyone is invited to join in this healing service. Call “Free Conference Calling” (701-802-5207). Then enter the code: 6203499 #.
For more information, contact Patricia (505-699-0368).
Thank You For Your Continuing Support
Santa Fe Meditation Circle
PO Box 22042
Santa Fe, NM 87502
Please make checks payable to the Santa Fe Meditation Circle (SFMC).
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Contact SFMC
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