The Yoga of Service (seva)

"Service to the Temple is Service to the Self."

Seva is a vital part of our spiritual practice. It is not just about helping the temple run; it is a tool to dissolve the ego, open the heart and receive grace.

We invite you to join our community of volunteers in one of the following ways.

Abhishek & Puja (Ritual Assistance)

Assist our priest in the sacred daily rituals. This is a unique opportunity to be close to the Divine form and participate directly in the worship.

What You Will Do:

Preparation: Prepare the Abhishek (holy bath) materials.
Assistance: Help during the daily
- Sai Baba Abhishek: 10 AM - Noon Daily
- Hanuman Puja: 10 AM Saturdays
- Durga Mata Abhishek (women only): 10 AM Saturday.
Decoration: Assist in garlanding the deities and setting up the altar for Arti.

Spiritual Benefit: Direct immersion in the mantras and vibrations of the inner sanctum.

Interested? Contact us today!

Karma Yoga (Temple Maintenance)

In the Sai tradition, cleaning the temple is considered the highest form of worship. It is a grounding practice that clears the mind while clearing the space.

What You Will Do:

Sanctuary Care: Sweeping and washing the temple floors to maintain a pristine vibration.
Diya Seva: Cleaning and preparing the diyas (oil lamps).
Grounds Keeping: Gardening and maintaining the entrance areas.

Spiritual Benefit: This service grounds your energy and prepares the space for thousands of devotees.

Interested? Contact us today!

Distribution of Socks and T-shirts to Veterans

We’ve received a second shipment of socks and T-shirts!

We are now preparing to distribute these items to Veterans in need, and we would truly appreciate your support.

We invite you to join us for this meaningful service. Please email us at info@shirdisaitempleusa.org if you’re interested.

You will only need to be present at the West LA VA Center once the distribution date is confirmed—we’ll share all details with you in advance.

Let’s come together to serve and give back to those who have served us.