“Imagine. Open the windows of your mind to divine possibility.
Embrace it; be it; live from it.”
~Yogacharya Ellen Grace O’Brian, CSE Daily Inspiration, 04-04-2022

The Jewel of Abundance: An Enchanted Evening of Readings & Ragas with Yogacharya Ellen Grace O'Brian


The Jewel of Abundance: Finding Prosperity through the Ancient Wisdom of Yoga was officially released on November 30th, 2018.  In concert with Steve Oda on sarode, Michael Lewis on tabla, and accompanied by Pushpa Oda on tanpura, Yogacharya O'Brian's readings from her latest book created a magical night for the soul with ragas and readings that enchanted the mind and spoke directly to the heart.  

For more information on The Jewel of Abundance, click here.  The Jewel of Abundance is also available for purchase at Blue Lotus.

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To help us live from divine wisdom within, the study of our true Self and sacred scripture is one of the foundational practices in Kriya Yoga. In this tradition, we do not study sacred scripture to find answers within the pages of the text. Instead, we study scripture to reveal the divine wisdom that already indwells each of us, and that is waiting to be heard by us now. 
Instructor: Paula Whang-Ramos

Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras is a concise compilation of the most ancient teachings on Yoga and meditation in the history of the world. Each Sutra/verse can serve as an inner invitation to open our hearts and inspire spiritually conscious living on a very practical level – in this lifetime. Join us online as we study, contemplate these wisdom teachings, and thrive in our innate peace, love, and joy beyond the limitations of the mind. Newcomers and experienced students of the Yoga Sutras are all welcome.

Our yearlong study will include:

Weekly Meditation and Yoga Sutras Study Group
Every Tuesday at 1 pm beginning 09/06/2022 through 08/31/2023

Weekly Yoga Sutras Study Schedule
Access the 2022-2023 Yoga Sutra Reading Schedule here.

Yoga Sutras Contemplative Notes
Journal your thoughts and inspirations. Access a printable Journal Template here.

Required text: The Science of Self-Realization: A Guide to Spiritual Practice in the Kriya Yoga Tradition, by Roy Eugene Davis.

  • Texts are available locally at BLC, or at csa-davis.org or Amazon.
  • Electronic book available at:
  1. Kindle
  2. Search your Apple Books app


If you are not currently registered for our Zoom classes, please request the link on our Contact Page.

A Six-Week Online Video Course with Yogacharya Ellen Grace O’Brian

Join Acharya Paula Vandana for an afternoon of restoration, inspiration, and meditation. Experience Yogic teachings and practices to spiritualize

the care of the body, harmonize the mind in the highest good, and intentionally live from the wisdom and joy of the soul.

LIVING YOGA: AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF A YOGI
by PARAMAHANSA YOGANANDA - Spiritual Book Study Group


Blue Lotus Center, Dry Creek Village, Gilroy 95020

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Join us in spiritual community as we read Autobiography Of A Yogi. Learn about the life of this well loved Spiritual Leader who changed the consciousness of USA when he introduced Yoga to this country in 1920. Listen into the wisdom of this beloved Yoga Master in the direct lineage of CSE and Blue Lotus Center. Receive inspiration to support your spiritual awakening in this lifetime. Bring your journal and join us for a time of meditation, inspiration, journaling and fellowship. All are welcome to join at any time.

Autobiography of a Yogi is available for purchase at BLC.

Living Yoga: The Eternal Way


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Instructor: Paula Whang-Ramos, MDiv.

Learn ancient Yogic meditation and life style practices to calm the mind; open the heart; and live in greater peace, love and wisdom. Join us for a time of meditation and inspired study in an uplifting community of sincere seekers from all backgrounds. All are welcome. 

Living In The Flow Of Abundance:

Spiritual Book Study of The Jewel of Abundance
By Yogacharya Ellen Grace O'Brian


Blue Lotus Center
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"Realizing Oneness - nothing less than wholeness  -is our greatest prosperity...We are born to thrive."
Yogacharya O'Brian, The Jewel of Abundance


We will dive into the practical application of ancient Yogic teachings and explore how spiritual realization and earthly success go hand in hand, revealing a path to abundant living that is deeply satisfying, joyful, and purposeful. Join us for a time of meditation, inspiration and Self-realization of our essential wholeness and abundance.

The Jewel of Abundance is available for purchase at Blue Lotus Center and online at Amazon.

Journey In Love:
PARAMAHANSA YOGANANDA AS I KNEW HIM, by Mr. Roy Eugene Davis
~ A Contemplative Book Study ~

There is divine potential in the heart of every person that awaits our recognition and cooperation. Once we discover this innate potential, what was once a deep yearning becomes the dynamic cause that inspires us to live in the highest way. We can all know why we are here, how to fulfill our divine destiny and experience lasting happiness.

Engage in this New Online Video Course with Yogacharya O’Brian and learn how to meditate and live by spiritual principles.

For more information or to register, click here.

Live the Eternal Way: The Art and Practice of Self-Realization

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408-842-0208  •   paula@bluelotuscenter.org •  Dry Creek Village, 8347 Church Street, Gilroy, CA  95020 

A Program for Spiritual Self-Care

~ RADIANT LIVING ~

Blue Lotus Center
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Experience Paramahansa Yogananda from the heart and direct experience of a devoted student who personally knew him. Inwardly explore how Mr. Davis' love and devotion for his Spiritual Teacher can inspire and guide us into our own essential wholeness, clarity, and peace. Join us for a time of meditation and inspiration from these 2 beloved Teachers in our tradition.
 
Paramahansa Yogananda As I Knew Him can be purchased at BLC.

LIVING BEYOND LIMITS: YOGA SUTRA STUDY

“Real peace in our lives cannot be created; it has no cause. It is a spiritual quality that is innate to the soul. It is revealed when our lives are in balance and we act with integrity.”

Yogacharya Ellen Grace O'Brian, Spiritual Director, Center for Spiritual Enlightenment

“Now, instruction in yoga, in accord with an established tradition, begins."
The Yoga Sutras 1.1

PART 1: CHERISH CHANGING BODIES
Rest in divine remembrance as we meditate, practice Qigong, and explore wholistic ways to experience the body as an instrument for spiritual awakening.
=> Saturday 04/22/2023 ~ 1:00pm – 3:30pm

Registration for Part 1 is open now!  To register, click here.

Upcoming
PART 2: BEFRIEND BUSY MINDS
Experience practical suggestions to establish, refresh and deepen your superconscious meditation practice. Explore how to replace unhealthy mental habits with uplifting ones, so we can live from inner peace and wisdom now.
=> Saturday 08/26/2023 ~ 1:00pm – 3:30pm

PART 3: LIVE IN THE SOUL
How do we hear soul guidance when we are challenged by life circumstances? Experience how devotional Yogic practices can deepen our divine remembrance and communion in the Wholeness that is always available within us.
=> Saturday 10/07/2023 ~ 1:00pm – 3:30pm


All gatherings are offered onsite and online. Preregistration is required for each event for all participants. 


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Awakening Divine Wisdom Within: An Introduction to Contemplative Scripture Study


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