NOT FOUND: 1 We are delighted to announce the schedule for this year's Gaura Purnima festival on 28th February!

Lord Caitanya, the appearance of whom this festival celebrates, is considered the most merciful form of Krishna. He appeared in Navadwipa, Bengal, 500 years ago and subsequently traveled all over India spreading the teachings of Krishna consciousness, especially the simple and sublime chanting of the holy names of Krishna.

The formula of Lord Caitanya was to chant, dance, take prasadam (sanctified foodstuffs), rest a little, and start all over again. Come and get the mercy of Lord Caitanya by celebrating His appearance, and experience the joy of His movement!

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Schedule

• 04:30 Mangala arati ceremony*
• 05:05 Tulasi puja ceremony*
• 05:15 Japa meditation
• 07:40 Guru puja ceremony*
• 08:00 Greeting the Deities in Their new outfit
• 08:30 Caitanya-caritamrta class
• 10:00 Departure for harinam in Liege (spiritual musical street festival) (return at 14:00)
• 15:00 Bhajans and drama in the community hall
• 17:00 Bathing ceremony (abhisek) in the temple room*
• 18:00 Gift ceremony
• 18:30 Offering 108 preparations for the pleasure of Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu
• 19:00 Gaura arati ceremony* – moonrise and appearance of Lord Caitanya!
• 19:40 Ekadasi prasadam
• 20.45 Final arati ceremony*

NOT FOUND: 3 *Accompanied by melodious songs

Everyone welcome!

We'd love to see you on this very special day! However, if you're not able to make it, you can still join in the mood of the festival by chanting:

Hare Krishna Hare Krishna
Krishna Krishna Hare Hare
Hare Rama Hare Rama
Rama Rama Hare Hare