Centenary Year of Silent Services
October 6, 1925 - October 6, 2026
Yearlong Celebration
October 6, 2025- October 6, 2026

Cordial Invitation

Dear Devotees, Friends, and Well-Wishers,

The Vedanta Society of Portland was established on October 6, 1925. For a century, the Society has stood as a beacon of teachings of Vedanta, nurturing seekers with the timeless wisdom of the Upanishads and the compassionate teachings of Sri Ramakrishna, Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi, Swami Vivekananda, and all world teachers.

This milestone is not merely a marker of time but a testament to the enduring relevance of spiritual ideals in modern life, offering spiritual services, guidance to seekers, cultural harmony, and service to humanity.

Such a rare milestone presents us with a sacred opportunity to reflect on our ideals, to rekindle the spirit that inspired us, to recall the glorious days of the past, and to draw fresh inspiration for the growth that lies ahead.

We are delighted to announce that this special occasion will be celebrated by hosting a yearlong series of programs, culminating in a grand convention of devotees from October 2 to 4. A program, Service to God in Man, will be organized on October 5, and to conclude it, a special puja will be performed on October 6, 2026.

The Vedanta Society of Portland cordially invites you to join us in this year-long centenary celebration of its sacred journey and support us in celebrating this great occasion. May we all gain renewed spiritual impetus and fervor and move together toward the greater goal of life.

Event Highlights

Opening Special Worship: October 6, 2025
18 Inspiring Sessions: Talks by various speakers, inaugurated by Swami Sarvapriyananda
One Two‑Day Spiritual Retreat: Vedanta, Yoga, and Ayurveda
Three One‑Day Spiritual Retreats
One Interfaith Session
Vedic Recitations by Vedanta Vedapathis
Cultural Performances: Classical music and dramatic presentation
Exhibition: A Century of Service—Archival Photographs
Community Feast/Prasada.