
Sri Sathya Sai Center of Loudoun
Sri Sathya Sai Global Council - Zone 1 (USA - Region 2)
devotional activities
Sunday (Oct 4th, 2026) Devotional Program Schedule
09:45 AM - 10:15 AM : Rudram Chanting
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM : Study Circle
11:05 AM - 12:00 PM : Bhajans followed by Aarathi
Venue : Legacy Elementary School
Address : 22995 Minerva Dr, Ashburn, VA 20148
We invite you to share your experiences and creative expressions with our Loudoun Sai Family, as we come together to offer a heartfelt tribute to our beloved Swami for His Birthday!
You can contribute in various forms, such as:
An article (in any language)
A personal experience
A story
A poem
A painting / artwork
Any creative expression of your love and gratitude towards Swami
Submission Last Date * October 15th
Please send your contributions to [devotion@loudounsai.org]
include the subject line: From Our Hearts to His Lotus Feet.
From Our Hearts to His Lotus Feet
Upcoming Special devotional Programs

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

Regular SSSE classes will resume on Sunday, October 4, 2026. We will see you this coming Sunday at Legacy Elementary School promptly at 9:20 AM.
📸 Reminder: Sunday, October 11 is Picture Day!
The usual SSSE dress code will apply. Please make sure students come looking neat and well-groomed, hair nicely combed, braided, or styled in place, and chunnis neatly pinned. 😊
Please refer to the calendar below for upcoming SSSE dates. 🙏🏽

SSSE Offering for Swami’s Birthday 2026 – Participation Information (Voluntary)
This year, as part of Swami’s Birthday celebrations at the Loudoun Sai Center,
SSSE children will have the opportunity to participate in special offerings on a voluntary basis.
Jagatguru Stotram:
Children who choose to participate will learn and recite the Jagatguru Stotram. Because this is a commitment-based offering, participating students are expected to attend most of the scheduled practices and dedicate time at home to learn and practice reciting the Stotram.
Practices will take place both virtually and in person, outside of regular SSSE class and devotional activity times.
Bhajan Medley:
Children may also volunteer to participate in the Bhajan Medley. Please note that the Bhajan Medley is a separate offering from the Jagatguru Stotram.
Children may choose to participate in:
Jagatguru Stotram only
Bhajan Medley only
Both Jagatguru Stotram and the Bhajan Medley
Participation is completely voluntary. However, once a child signs up, we ask families to carefully consider the time and practice commitment involved and make every effort to attend scheduled practices and support consistent practice at home.
If you are interested please fill out the form link below:
SSSE Offering Participation Form
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
October 17th - Vienna SDA Medical Camp Food Signup (Lunch):
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DAFA929A0F8CF8-66206559-food
October 17th - Vienna SDA Medical Camp NMV Signup:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DAFA929A0F8CF8-66370567-october#/
October 24th - Leesburg Shelter Narayana Seva (Breakfast):
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DAFA929A0F8CF8-66370989-leesburg
October 24th - Manassas Shelter Naryana Seva (Dinner):
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DAFA929A0F8CF8-66371010-manassas
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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.















