We cordially invite you, your family & friendsto come and celebrate Sri Ganesh Chaturdhi

Sri Ganesh ChaturdhiGanesh Chaturthi is a day on which Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati, is believed to bestow his presence on earth for all his devotees. It is celebrated as it is the birthday of Lord Ganesh. The festival is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the shukla chaturthi (fourth day of the waxing moon period). Typically, the day usually falls between 20 August and 15 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi . Ganesh, the elephant-headed son of Shiva and Parvati, is widely worshipped as the supreme god of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune.

Thursday, September 1, 2011Time: 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Puja Sponsor: Ganapati Havan & Abhishekam - $41

Please register for Sponsorship in the Temple at the KIOSK or with the priest or contact

Shridhar Bhat - 616-540 8342

Contact for Prasada Preparation for GaneshSmita Chandra - 616-977-9908

Padma Bhat - 616-956-1638

Program

September 1, 20114.30 PM Sankalpa Ganapati Havan6.00 PM Ganesha Abhishekam6.30 PM Alankara Bhajan7.00 PM Pooja by Sponsors Astottara Archana Mantra Pushpa8.00 PM Katha Shravana Mahamangalarti Prasad distribution followed by Dinner

September 2-9, 2011Everyday Morning (at 11 AM) and Evening (7 PM) Special Pooja for Ganesh till Ganesha Idol Immersion

Sunday September 9th, 2011 - 7.00 PM Palki Utsav for Ganesha7.30 PM Ganesh Idol Immersion

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Sri Ganesh Chaturdhi September 1, 2011