Sri Sathya Sai Center of Loudoun
Sri Sathya Sai Global Council - Zone 1 (USA - Region 2)
devotional activities
Aug 23rd Devotional Activities
Timings
9:45am-12:00pm
Schedule
9:45am-10:15am : Rudram Study
10:15am-11:00am : Study circle
11:05am-12:00pm : Bhajans followed by Aarathi
Venue
Legacy Elementary School
Address: 22995 Minerva Dr, Ashburn, VA 20148
Upcoming Special devotional Program
Watch SSSCL 100 bhajans on Youtube
Sri Sathya Sai Aradhana Mahotsavam April 26th
Guidelines For Devotion Wing
Mandatory Shruti/Practice Sessions: Attendance is absolutely required. ( exceptions only to seniors with traveling issues)
Bhajan Selection: If the chosen Bhajan does not meet the minimum standard, we kindly request that you switch to a different one that suits you better.
Seating Arrangements: All seating assignments be strictly followed to address audio-visual issues. When seated during bhajans, please avoid communication, including talking or gestures, unless necessary, to prevent disturbing other devotees.
Lead Singers: Please ensure you are seated in your designated spot at least five minutes before the Bhajan begins.
Chorus Singers: Kindly Remember, the mic is a responsibility, not a privilege. Chorus singers should be equally prepared as lead singers and adhere to their assigned seating.
# Instrument Players
Maximum of two players per instrument allowed per session, including special occasions unless bhajans are exceeded beyond 2 hours. Player assignments for regular bhajans will rotate among available participants. During special occasions, proficiency will be prioritized to keep the bhajans lively. Understanding is appreciated as adherence to these guidelines ensures quality, although we love encouraging children's talents.
Kindly understand, our only intention and aim is to follow the rules put by Swami as much as possible and make Him Happy. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
SSSE Updates
Registration is now open! Please register your child using the link below.
Both NEW and RETURNING students must be registered in order to participate in SSSE. If a child attending class has not been registered, the parent will be contacted right away.
Registration is important because it provides us with essential information about each child and helps us ensure that our records are accurate and up to date.
Thank you for helping us make sure every SSSE student is properly registered!
The first day of 2026–2027 SSSE classes is this Sunday, Aug 23rd!
SAVE THE DATE: Mandatory Parent/Member Orientation August 30th!
Here is the SSSE Calendar below:
Summer Rudram- Attention especially to families and children!
This summer, during our Sunday bhajans, we warmly encourage children to join the adults in learning Rudram together.
It is a wonderful opportunity for our children to connect with our traditions, learn Vedic chanting,
and participate in a spiritually uplifting environment alongside their families and the wider community.
We welcome all interested children to take part and learn at their own pace.
Let us make this summer both devotional and meaningful for our young learners. 🙏
Please keep in mind the following:
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⌚️Punctuality: Always arrive 9:20 AM. If you are late, you must wait outside the classroom until prayers and meditation are done. Once they are a guru will come to open the door and let you in. Please do not wait in the hallway, come to the front classroom door.
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➕Drop-Off – SSSE is not a drop-off program. For safety reasons, at least one parent should remain at the center in case of emergencies. Parents are encouraged to participate in the enriching Satsang and Devotion programs available during SSSE.
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🛻Pick-Up – For safety reasons, students will not be sent outside for pick-up. Please come inside the school to collect them. Remember to use the side door entrance not the front of the school. Thank you for your understanding!
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🎤Consider Staying for Bhajans– We love seeing our SSSE classes filled with eager learners, and we also encourage students to stay for bhajans and experience the full program. Speaking of bhajans, every third Sunday of the month, bhajans will be led entirely by SSSE students! If your child would like to participate, please join this WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LH1BplFh68TE8MVzSloDbV
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Dress code: 🙏 We expect modest clothing that does not draw one’s attention to the body.
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For girls: Traditional modest Indian attire such as salwar kameez with long pants and chunni, or modest western wear like long pants or a long skirt with an appropriate top. Bare skin should not be visible. Sleeveless tops, tight clothing, leggings with short tops, or tops with side slits are not permitted.
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For boys: Full pants (white or khaki preferred) with a proper shirt are expected. Traditional attire such as kurta-pajama is also welcome.
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For everyone: Boys and girls must be well groomed, neat, and tidy. Hair and overall appearance should reflect simplicity, discipline, and respect for the spiritual setting.
🚫 Not permitted: Shorts, T-shirts, tank tops, or sweatpants.
🪷Thank you for working with us to create a nurturing and 🪷
🪷 disciplined environment for our children! 🪷
Make up Picture Day!
Yearbook Makeup Photos are scheduled for February 1st 🙂- Please follow the dress code for appropriate photo attire
🙏 Our beloved SSSE children brought Christmas 2025 to life at the Assisted Living Center, warming hearts and uplifting spirits through their beautiful carol singing. Please enjoy the photos and videos here. : https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1t7C1qLqmefXVmb2cmFzyoXmmvsnsJuPX?usp=drive_link
📣New SSSE Curriculum and Syllabus!
The new official SSSE syllabus, website, and curriculum are now available for you to view. We encourage you to take some time to go through the content and become familiar with it, so you can engage more meaningfully with your child about SSSE as the school year begins. You may explore the content here- we highly recommend you do!: https://ssseducareusa.org/for-
SSSCL Easwaramma Day 2025 Photo Album
SSSCL Graduation Day 2025 Photo Album
The videos for both celebrations will be available soon. Thank you for your patience as we finalize them . We’lll make an announcement in the SSSE WhatsApp group once these videos are uploaded to YouTube and ready to view.
💬 Please stay in your current SSSE WhatsApp groups over the summer, as we will continue to share important updates. For students moving up to the next group, the SSE Coordinator will transfer parent contact numbers accordingly to the new SSSE Group
Any questions on SSSE related activities please reach out to SSSE coordinator, Sister Sugandhie Hapangama, sse@loudounsai.org
Seva Updates
Upcoming Seva activities
August 22nd - Leesburg Shelter Narayana Seva (Breakfast):
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DAFA929A0F8CF8-64971307-leesburg
August 22nd - Manassas Shelter Naryana Seva (Dinner):
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DAFA929A0F8CF8-64971292-manassas
Recent service activities gallery
Regional Updates
Current Regional updates
Prasanthi Connection
Our Connection with The Abode of Highest Peace
Prasanthi Nilayam means 'the abode of highest peace'. It is the main ashram of Sri Sathya Sai Baba, located near the village of Puttaparthi amidst rolling hills, with the river Chitravathi to its east. The valley houses the divine sannidhi (sanctum) of Sri Sathya Sai Baba, the Sai Kulwant Hall, bhajan mandir, residential complexes, the headquarters of the Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust, its allied institutions.
By the divine grace of Beloved Baba our SSSGC Zone1 has recently taken up a new initiative "Prasanthi Connection" through which we will be sharing all important initiatives & updates from Prasanthi Nilayam.
Prasanthi Connection Team members will also strive hard to facilitate and help the devotees (of Zone1) with the logistics in Prasanthi Nilalayam.
Please browse through the following
SISTER SHRIMAYI KARANAM (YA) - USA
Sister Shrimayi Karanam was first introduced to our beloved Swami and His teachings through her parents, who know and deeply love Bhagawan.
Her Father Shri Balu Karanam is an alumnus of Swami’s educational institutions, from Puttaparthi Village Primary School through post-graduation at the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning.
Her Mother Smt. Deepa Karanam was introduced to Swami through His discourses and a divine incident—after sending a donation to the Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust, where prasadam was sent to their home on the very day of Shrimayi’s birth.
Sister Shrimayi is a Young Adult currently living in Atlanta, Georgia, in SSSGC Region 3 USA.