Our Mandir was amongst the first that started Bal Vihar, which is also known as Sunday School, for the kids.
Bal Vihar programs are spiritual and cultural education classes designed for children, typically ranging from preschool to high school age. These programs aim to instill Hindu values, scriptures, stories, language, and traditions in a fun and engaging way.
Activities in Bal Vihar
A typical session may include:
• Bhajans (devotional songs) and prayers
• Stories from Hindu scriptures like the Ramayana, Mahabharata, and Puranas
• Learning Sanskrit shlokas and their meanings
• Arts, crafts, and games related to Hindu festivals or teachings
• Discussions about values like honesty, respect, service, and compassion
• Yoga and meditation
• Cultural activities like dance, drama, in Gujarati and Hindi
Why Bal Vihar?
• To strengthen cultural identity among Indian-American children.
• To create a community for Hindu families
• To nurture spiritual growth from a young age
• To preserve our Indian traditions by passing them on to the next generation.
