NTHM Past Events

3 - Days of Divine Discoures and Satsangh - June, 2006
  • It was time again for Pundit Munelal's yearly visit and as usual it was a huge success. His melodious singing an inspiring discourse captivated one an all. We look forward to his next visit.
Memorial Day Satsangh - May, 2006
  • We had a wonderful evening of bhajans, kirtans and reading from the Bhagvatam and Gita with Pundit Ranjin Balgobind. Everyone enjoyed the evening and we look forward to his return visit.
Sewah Awareness Day - April, 2006
The Sewah Committee presented it's initiatives for 2006.
  • 2 Feeding of the Homeless Feb – Jun
  • 1 or 2 Feeding of the Homeless Jul - Dec
  • 2 Food Baskets – Poor Family Diwali / Christmas
  • 1 Toy Drive – Children’s Medical Hosp Christmas
  • 1 or 2 Sponsorship of a Child’s Education – Lily Foundation LilyFoundation.org
  • Donation of Clothing and 5yrs and up – To children’s hostels in other necessities in hostels Hydrabad and Shri Lanka. Helpinghandss.com
  • Collection of Books for Kids and Spectacles/Glasses
  • Assist the Distressed in times of need – Sickness or Death in Family·
Hanuman Jayanti - April, 2006
    Like last year, Hanumaan Poojan began around 9.00 a.m.followed by the chanting of the Hanumaan Chaalisa 108 times. At the end of each recitation an offering of Prasaad and Dakshina was made to Hanumaanji. It was just as fulfilling and spiritually energizing as in previous years.
Vasant Navraatri - March/April, 2006
  • Our Navraatri celebrations commenced on March 29th and ended with the celebration of Ram Navmi on Thursday April 6, 2006. Punditji commented on the spiritual success of the event by reflecting on the perfection on the Havan fires burning and the sense of peace with permeated the atmosphere.
  • The Kumari Pooja was held on Sunday April 2, 2006 and this is one of the favorite events for the children. As usual we had a good crowd and we look forward to the next Navraatri in fall. Here are a few pictures.
Maha Shivraatri - February, 2006
  • NTHM celebrated Maha Shivraatri in grand style with 3-day ShivaYagna preceding the big event. Many felt the spiritual energy. It was indeed a very glorious night and NTHM thanks all who came out to support the mandir while rejuvenating their lives. Pictures
Vasant Panchami - February, 2006
  • Vasant Pancahami was celebrated on Sunday 12th February. It was a beautiful service as usual, thanks to our resident pundit - Pt. Mahendra Persad. Check back later for pictures.
 
Ramayan Yagna - Nov, 2005
  • Pundit Chunelall Narine of New York conducted a 3 - day Ramayan Yagna on November 18 - 20 with readings from the Ramayan accompanied by bhajans and kirtans. Drawing from the Ramayan he focused on devotion, and family values and stressed the importance of Sanatan Dharma and the role of the Mandir in our daily lives. Devotees also enjoyed his melodious singing and we are looking forward to his visit next year. Pictures.
Divali Celebrations - Oct/Nov, 2005
  • Divali, the festival of lights was celebrated as part of regular service on October 30, 2005 with Lakshmee Pooja, bhajans and kirtans. On November 1, devotees celebrated the festival at their homes by lighting deyas and cooking and sharing sweets and extending warm wishes to everyone. Here are a few pictures.
  • NTHM's annual Divali Show/Dinner was held on November 4, at Fun Asia. Check back later for pictures.
Nav Raatri - Oct, 2005
  • Durga Pooja every night from Oct 4 - Oct 11 with Koomari pooja on Sunday 9 culminating with Devi Havan. Here are some pictures. More to come later.
Ganesh Chaturthi - September, 2005
  • The birth of Lord Ganesh - Ganesh Chaturthi was celebrated on September 7, 2005 with Ganesh Pooja and bhajans and kirtans dedicated to Lord Ganesh.
Janamashtami - August, 2005
  • This year's Janamasthami celebrations was very special with a short skit telling the story of Lord Krishna's birth or appearance on earth. Lord Krishna was played by baby Anjanie. It was a very exciting night and one that would be remembered for a long time by NTHM devotees.
3 Days of Divine Discourses and Poojas - July, 2005
  • This 3 - day event of poojas and discoursed was conducted by the very learned, Pundit Srikantha Acharya from south India. It was a very successful event with almost everyone participating in Sri Chakra pooja.
3 Days of Divine Inspirational Discourses and Satsanghs - June, 2005
  • This 3 - day event with special guest Pundit Munelal Maharaj was one of the most spiritually energizing events at the Mandir. The mandir was full and we had many guests from out of town. Everyone is loooking forward to Pt. Munenelal's next visit. Here are a few pictures.
Bhagwan Deorajsingh Scholarship Yard Sale Fundraiser- May, 2005
  • The BD Scholarship committee held a yard sale to raise funds for the annual Bhagwan Deorajsingh Scholarship Award. The organizers would like to thank all who donated items for sale and special thanks to the youths who came out an assisted.
Hanuman Jayanti- April, 2005
  • Hanumaan Poojan began around 9.00 a.m.followed by the chanting of the Hanumaan Chaalisa 108 times. At the end of each recitation an offering of Prasaad and Dakshina was made to Hanumaanji. It was one of the most spiritually energizing activities done at the Mandir as the hours went by and the devotees never seemed to tire. The program ended around 8 p.m.
Ram Navami - April, 2005
  • NTHM celebrated the birth of Sri Raam on April 19, 2005. Devotees took part in pooja and singing of praises to Sri Raam. We were happy to have the members of the Datta Yoga Center in Dallas join us for service.
Vasant Nav Raatri - April, 2005
  • What's the Significance of Navratri?
    During Navaratri, we invoke the energy aspect of God in the form of the universal
    mother, commonly referred to as "Durga," which literally means the remover of
    miseries of life. She is also referred to as "Devi" (goddess) or "Shakti" (energy or
    power). It is this energy, which helps God to proceed with the work of creation,
    preservation and destruction. In other words, you can say that God is motionless,
    absolutely changeless, and the Divine Mother Durga, does everything. Truly
    speaking, our worship of Shakti re-confirms the scientific theory that energy is
    imperishable. It cannot be created or destroyed. It is always there.

    Why Worship the Mother Goddess?
    We think this energy is only a form of the Divine Mother, who is the mother of all,
    and all of us are her children. We believe that God's glory, his cosmic greatness and
    supremacy can best be depicted as the motherhood aspect of God. Just as a child
    finds all these qualities in his or her mother, similarly, all of us look upon God as
    mother. We believe that mother is the creative aspect of the absolute. Here are some pictures from this year's Nav Raatri program.
Holi Bazaar- April, 2005
  • Due to inclement weather conditions Holi was celebrated on April 2nd instead of March 26, 2005. The turn out was not as expected but everyone who attended had a fun time. Both young and old enjoyed the water gun fights, delicious food and games. Click here to see some of the fun.
Satsangh with Mark and Terra Choplin- March, 2005
  • On March 13th, 2005 NTHM devotees took part in satsangh with special guests Mark and Terra Choplin. Many devotees enjoyed Mark's special way of narrating from the Ramayana.
Shive Puran Yagna and Maha Shiva Raatri Celebration - March, 2005
  • NTHM had one of the most successful turn out for our Shiva Raatri Celebration. Our celebration started with a 3 - day Shiva Puran Maha Yagna hosted by our resident pundit, Pt Mahendra Persad. The yagna commenced on on March 6 and culminated on March 9, at around 1:20 am. Each day/night started with Pooja, bhajans and keertan and readings from the Shiva Puran, followed by Aarti and Maha Prasad. We were happy to have the Datta Yoga center join us in prayers and on Shiva Raaatri we all listened to special recorded chantings by His Holiness Sri Ganapati Sachchidananda. The mandir was packed and there was an abundant supply of flowers, ghee, milk, honey, fruits and Maha Prasad and most of all there was a feeling of love. Jai Shiva Shankar!
Parking Lot Fundraiser - February, 2005
  • NTHM held a Parking Lot Brunch on February 27, 2005 in order to raise money to repair the parking lot. The tremendous response from devotees resulted in a 15 dishes buffet line. One devotee/executive noted " the spirit of togetherness and sharing was most evident during the proceedings, not to mention the wide selection of goodies". Here are some pictures.
Vasant Panchami - February, 2005
  • Vasant Panchami was celebrated on February 13, 2005. It was a huge success and NTHM Executives were very much impressed and happy with the turnout for Saraswatee Pooja. The youth's participation exceeded all previous years and devotees went home very happy. Here are some pictures.
Pooja and Satsangh - January, 2005
  • NTHM was introduced to Pundit Chunelal Narine by brother Ranjie and Dr. Meera who hosted a satsangh and pooja on the 15th and 16th of January. The mandir rocked with the beautiful sounds as everyone joined in clapping and chanting to the melodious voice of Pt. Chunelal accompanied with the pulsating sounds of the tabla played by Shri Dennis Dass. The devotees were overwhelmed as well as Pt. Chunelal. It was such a wonderful mutual experience that Pt. Chunelal has agreed to conduct a Ramayan Yagna at the mandir on November 18 - 20.
"How to Find True Happiness" - January, 2005
  • It was an intense 7 days of lecture and bhajans conducted by Swami Maheshvaranandji. Swamiji was fluent and well versed in the scriptures as he quoted from the Ramayan, Gita, Upanishads and Vedas. What was most encouraging was that devotees got an opportunity to ask questions. As a result almost every night was followed by a question and answer session. The sessions were so interesting that swamiji conducted several satsangs at devotees homes for the next 7 nights. We look forward to swamiji's next visit.
 
Divali Celebrations- October, 2004
  • Divali was celebrated on November 12 with Lakshmee pooja, bhajans and keertans.
  • The Divali Show/Dinner was held on Saturday November 13th, 2004 at FunAsia It was a fun evening with with songs by Surrendra Gowcaran and Suresh Naraine. Dances were performed by:
    • our own NTHM dancers -Chandi Maharaj, Melissa Ganness, Alyssa Douglas, Nirvani Snorton and Jade Skariah led by Karen Snorton(picture at right)
    • Ashley and Shanley Ramdeen from the Niruyafhala School of dance
    • students from theAarti School of Dance.
    • The key note speaker was Shabnam Modgil, past President of IANT.
Shiva Maha Puran Yagna - October, 2004
  • It was a very spiritual uplifting weekend for everyone who attended our Shiva Maha Puran Yagna hosted by Pundit Srikantha Acharya and Pundit Mahendra Persad. Our devotees appreciated his readings from the Puran very much and would like him to come back again. Pictures.
Navaratri - October, 2004
  • Check out our pictures from our nine nights of Navaratri Celebration. Ma Durga was worshipped with pooja, bhajans, keertans and the chanting of the Durga Chalisa. It was a great success. Here are some scenes.
Lecture on Heart Disease- October 10, 2004
  • Dr. Amit and Dr. Gokul did a lecture on heart disease and the latest research and treatments available.
Krishna Janmashthami - Sept, 2004
  • Here are some pictures f rom our Janmashthami celebration which took place on September 6. We had bhajans, Krishna Pooja, and everyone got to rock the cradle.
Karnamrita Devi - September, 2004
  • NTHM really rocked with the beautiful and melodious voice of Karnamrita Devi when she visited us on September 5. Her style of singing was very much appreciated as everyone sang along and clapped. We look forward to future visits Karnamrita. Thanks.
Sri Viswayogi Viswamji Maharaj visits- August, 2004
Paramahamsa Sri Nithyananda's Visit - August, 2004
  • On August 27, 2004 NTHM was divinely blessed with the presence of Spiritual Master and Divine Healer, Paramahamsa Sri Nithyananda Swamigal. Swamiji's lecture on "Prayer" was well received by everyone. He also conducted several healings at the Mandir.
    His motto is "Be Blissfull." Bliss is a state of heightened awareness of the reasons for fear, joy, sorrow or love. It is a state of being in tune with the cosmos, the ideal state to be. Pictures.
Maha Sabha of Houston Visits- July, 2004
  • Here are some pictures of the Maha Sabha of Houston on there visit to NTHM on July 27, 2004. The visiting pundit, Pt Mahendra Persaud conducted a lecture and keertans were sung by the visiting group and members of The Datta Yoga Center.
Breakfast Fundraiser - June, 2004 
  • On June 26, 2004 a Pancake Brunch was hosted by Kathy Singh and Parbatee Deorajsingh to raise money for the Bhagwan Deorajsingh Scholarship Fund. The fund raiser was a great success and we thank everyone for their generous support.
3 - Day Yagna - June, 2004
  • NTHM was honored once again by the presence of Pundit Munelal Maharaj, who hosted a 3 - day Ramayan Yagna commencing on June 4 and ending on June 6, 2004. He was assisted by our by Pundit Mahendra Persad.

  • The Yagna was followed by games and a picnic at Breckenridge Park in Richardson. Pictures.
Feed the Homeless Project - April 25, 2004
  • Members participated in thd "Feed the Homless" project by providing lunch to the homeless at the Union Gospel Mission in Forthworth. Volunteers helped by doing all the shopping, cooking and serving. Many of our youths took part and found it to be a most rewarding and fulfilling experience. They hope to be a part of similar projects in the future. This event was very successful and many more charitable projects are being planned by the Seva Committee. Here are some pictures.
Hanuman Jayanti - April 2004
  • Hanuman Jayanti was celebrated on April 10, 2004. The Hanuman Chalisa was chanted 108 times with an offering made to Hanuman Ji at the end ofeach rendition of the Chalisa. It was a huge success and many devotees are looking forward to next year's event.Click here for pictures.
Vasant Nav Raatri Festival - March 2004
  • Vasant Nav Raatri Festival was celebrated from Sunday March 21, 2004 to Monday March 29, 2004 with Durga Maa Poojan and discourses on Raamcharitmaanas, conducted by Pundit Mahendra Persad.The festival finished in grand style culminating with 11 Havan fires burning, Koomari Puja and Shree Raam Navmi Poojan. The mandir looked beautiful and we had a great crowd. Pictures
HOLI Bazaar / Mela - March 2004
  • Everyone who showed up had a wonderful time partaking in the music, tasty food, games and the throwing of the gulal powder. Here are some.Pictures
Shiv Yagna / Maha Shivaratri - February 2004
  • Maha Shivaratri was celebrated in grand style with a 3 night Shiv Yagna conducted by Pundit Mahendra Persad commencing on February 16, and ending on Maha Shivaratri February 18, at 1 a.m. We were happy to have the Datta Yoga Center join us for Kirtan and chanting. Click here for pictures.
Mataji Nandini - January 2004
  • We were very honored to have Mataji Nandini bless us with her presence once more on January 5, 2004 before she left for India. She spoke about the road to Moksha and the importance of meditation. Pictures.
 
Diwali Celebrations - October 2003
  • Diwali was celebrated at the mandir on October 25 with many of our devotees participating in Lakshmee pooja.
  • The Diwali Show/Dinner was held on Friday October 24th, 2003 at FunAsia starting 8.00 p.m. This show was planned and executed by the youths of the North Texas Hindu Mandir and they did a fantastic job. Our Diwali Queen, for 2003 is Miss Chandi Maharaj (Please check back later for pictures).
Mataji Nandini - October 2003
  • We were again blessed by another god-realized saint Mataji Nandini who visited us October 5, 2003. The questions and answer session was most enlightening.
Navaratri - September 2003
  • Nav Raatri was celebrated nightly from September 26 to October 4th, 2003. Mother Durga Pooja was conducted for the nine nights culminating with Koomari Pooja.
PRAN Pratistha Ceremonies - September 2003
  • The Pran Pratistha ceremonies for the Ram Darbar(Lord Raam, Laxman, Seeta Maa and Hanuumanji), and Shiva and Parvatee were conducted by Pundit Shrikantha Achariya of Canada on September 5th, September 6th, and September 7th, 2003. He was assisted by resident Pundit, Pt. Mahendra Persad and our pundit in training, Kishore Marajh.
His Holiness Sri Sri Sri Viswayogi Viswamji - September 2003
  • Our mandir was blessed by the divine presence of Sri Sri Sri Viswayogi Viswamji whose wonderful lecture included the the importance of the guru in our lives. He is travelling around the world preaching universal peace and harmony.
First Youth Camp - September 2003
  • On Monday September 1, the first ever youth camp was conducted by Pundit Munelal Maharaj and assisted by our resident Pundit Mahendra Persad. The youths enjoyed this session very much and is looking forward to more events like this. The question and answer session was very enlightenening enhancing their understanding of some aspects of hinduism.
3 - Day Yagna Culminating With a 108 Gaayatree Havan - August 2003
  • We were honored again to have Pundit Munelal Maharaj perform a special 3-day Yagna ending on the last day with a 108 Gaayatree Havan. It was a wonderful experience for everyone.
  • This 108 Havan was a great success despite the rainy weather and we got coverage in the Dallas Morning news. It as the first time that an event like this was conducted in the Dallas/Fortworth area.
His Holiness Sri Ganapati Sachchidananda Swamiji - July 2003

  • Our Mandir was divinely blessed at a higher level when His Holiness Sri Ganapati Sachchidananda Swamiji Pontiff of Avadhoota Datta Peetham, Mysore, India graced us with his presence on Monday July 28th, 2003 and materialized Vibhooti from a flower garland. It was a very energizing and uplifting event for all present. For information on Swamiji click here.

NTHM Mourns - July 2003
  • It was a tragic day on July 21st 2003 when our President Bhagwan Deorajsingh passed away. He was a man of great vision and he will truly be missed by the whole organization and the congregation.
Ramcharitmanas Gyan Yagna - June 2003

  • We were again truly blessed to have Shri Prakash Gossai of New York perform a 3-day Ramayan Yagna at the North Texas Hindu Mandir from Friday June 6th to Sunday June 8th. As usual, Shri Prakash Ji mesmerized us with his melodious renditions and uplifted and enlightened us spiritually. For pictures of this memorable event, please click here (The Photo Gallery  is Currently Deactivated. Please check back later.)
    For information about Shri Prakash Ji, please visit his web site at http://www.shriprakashji.com/
Nav Raatri / Ran Navmi - April 2003

  • Vasant Nav Raatri was celebrated nightly from April 2nd to April 10, 2003. This was followed by the Ran Navmi celebration on Friday April 11, 2003. Pundit Mahendra Persad presided during these 10 consecutive nights of celebration. One of the highlights of the celebration was the last night of Nav Raatri where the Yagmaans for the 8 previous nights sat with the Yagmaan for the Thursday night to perform Havan. It was a beautiful sight to behold - 9 havans at the same time. This was followed by the Koomari Pooja where we honored 9 'devis' (children) on the stage of the Mandir.
PRAN Pratistha Ceremonies - March 2003

  • The Pran Pratistha ceremonies for our first set of Murtis were conducted by visiting Pundit Mahendra Doobay of New York. He was assisted by resident Pundit, Pt. Mahendra Persad. The Murtis were installed on March 21st, March 22nd, and March 23rd, 2003. They include Ganesh Ji, Durga Maa, Shiva Lingam and Nandi, Kali Maa, and Shridi Sai Ji.
HOLI Bazaar / Mela - March 2003

  • NTHM celebrated HOLI 2003 in grand style with tasty food, exciting games, and splashy colors. The highlight, of course, was pouring Gulal powder on each other and spraying one another with red liquid Abeer. Everyone had a great time and we look forward to next year's event which promises to be bigger and better. For pictures click here (The Photo Gallery  is Currently Deactivated. Please check back later.)
Shiv Yagna / Maha Shivaratri - Feb/March 2003

  • Resident Pundit, Pundit Mahendra Persad conducted a 3 night Shiv Yagna from February 27th to March 1st, 2003. The conclusion of the Yagna was immediately followed by the Maha Shivaratri celebration which lasted all night.  For pictures click here (The Photo Gallery  is Currently Deactivated. Please check back later.)
 
Ramcharitmanas Gyan Yagna - December 2002

  • Shri Prakash Gossai of New York performed a Ramayan Yagna at the North Texas Hindu Mandir from Friday December 20th to Sunday December 22nd. Shri Prakash Ji inspired us all with his melodious bhajan singing and eloquent presentation on the topic of friendship. For pictures of this memorable event, please click here (The Photo Gallery  is Currently Deactivated. Please check back later.)
    For information about Shri Prakash Ji, please visit his web site at http://www.shriprakashji.com/
Diwali Cultural Show - 2002

  • Our Diwali Show/Dinner was held on Saturday November 9th, 2002 at the Carrollton Town Center starting 6.00 p.m. This show was planned and executed by the youths of the North Texas Hindu Mandir and they did a fantastic job. Here is a picture of the 2002 Diwali Queen, Miss Jade Skariah. For more pictures of this event, please click here (The Photo Gallery  is Currently Deactivated. Please check back later.)

Diwali Celebration - 2002

  • Resident Pundit Mahendra Persad presided over the Diwali Celebration held at the Mandir on November 3rd, 2002, from 4.00 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. Pundit Ji performed the Lakshmi Pooja with 24 devotees participating in the poojan making offerings on 8 bedis. Pundit Mahendra also gave an enlightening discourse on the significance of Diwali and this discourse was well received by the devotees and the attendees who turned out in significant numbers. This was truly a significantly historic event for the North Texas Hindu Mandir and everyone left the Pooja feeling overjoyed and spiritually fulfilled. For pictures of this event, please click here (The Photo Gallery  is Currently Deactivated. Please check back later.)
Ramcharitmanas Gyan Yagna - September 2002

  • Visiting Pundit Munelal Maharaj of Trinidad performed a Ramayan Yagna at the North Texas Hindu Mandir from Friday September 6th to Saturday September 7th, followed by Bhajan singing on Sunday September 8th, 2002.

    Pundit Munelal Ji inspired us all with his melodious bhajan singing and superb harmonium playing, his illustrative and sometimes light-hearted presentations embedded with several meaningful messages, and his magnetic yet humble personality. This weekend is a weekend we will always remember. For pictures of this memorable event, please click here (    The Photo Gallery  is Currently Deactivated. Please check back later.)

    For information about Pt Munelal, please visit his web site at http://www.punditmunelal.com/

Sudhir Narine Concert - 2002

  • The Sudhir Narine/Pradeep Narine Concert was held on August 3rd, 2002 at the North Texas Hindu Mandir. The concert was a great success. Sudhir Ji enchanted the audience with his melodious voice while Pradeep Ji hypnotized them with his expertly executed rhythmic tabla playing.  Please click here for pictures of this memorable event (The Photo Gallery  is Currently Deactivated. Please check back later.)
Grand Opening Ceremony - 2002

  • The Grand Opening Ceremony for the North Texas Hindu Mandir was held on July 20th, 2002 from 5.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. Click here for pictures of this memorable event (The Photo Gallery  is Currently Deactivated. Please check back later.)
    Here is an article that appeared in the online version of the Caribbean Voice Magazine regarding the Grand Opening. Go to http://www.caribvoice.org/ and click on "Community Orgs" in the left column.
First Sunday Service - 2002

  • Our first Sunday service was held on June 23rd, 2002 from 10.00 a.m. to 12 noon. This was well attended and was another great success. Pundit Mahendra, as usual, did an excellent job and the Bhajan singing was wonderful. Prashad and Mahaprashad (Bhojan) were served at the end of the service.
Religious Opening Ceremony - 2002

  • A Vastu Pooja was held at our Mandir on Saturday June 22nd, 2002 from 7.30 a.m. to 12 noon. Prashad and Mahaprashad (Bhojan) were served after the completion of this most significant religious opening ceremony. The public was invited to attend and the ceremony was a tremendous success. Click here for pictures of this event (The Photo Gallery  is Currently Deactivated. Please check back later.)