“From Joy I came, for Joy I live, in sacred Joy I melt.” These words from Paramhansa Yogananda’s poem, “Samadhi,” describe the inner joy everyone is seeking.

In 2008, as we celebrate Ananda’s 40th anniversary and Swami Kriyananda’s 60th anniversary of discipleship, we have chosen “In Joy We Live” as our theme. We invite you join us!. Please take a moment to browse the offerings in this section:

• Calendar
• Events Video, Audio, Slideshows and Blogs
• History of Ananda: books, photo galleries, interviews with founding members
• "Why I came to Ananda:" stories of spritual discovery from Ananda members
• Tributes to Swami Kriyananda from friends around the world

More than an affirmation, "In Joy We Live" capture the living spirit of Ananda, which has faced and overcome its share of tests – forest fires, financial uncertainty, persecution and lengthy legal battles, to name a few.

Yet, through all the trials, Ananda has been sustained by the grace of our Guru, Paramhansa Yogananda, the example of Swami Kriyananda’s discipleship, and the deep practice of our teachings by thousands of individuals for 40 years.

Today Ananda stands as a living testimony to the ability to live in joy despite all outward circumstances.