








- Chinmaya Omkara
A School of Vedantic Studies
Sunday School Timings: 9:30 AM To 11:30 AM
Why I Am Here Every Sunday
You may wonder why I am present on the Dias every Sunday. As part of my role at Chinmaya Omkara, I guide and mentor our congregation through the wisdom of Vedantic teachings, helping everyone connect with their inner self. It’s my joy and purpose to lead our Sunday services, where we come together in prayer, chanting, and reflection.

Message from Our Spiritual Guide:
Nirmitamma Padminiji
Welcome! I am honored to join this vibrant community at Chinmaya Omkara. We are here to share the timeless wisdom of Vedanta and provide value-based education for all.
Please take a moment to explore the various programs and activities we offer, and discover the many ways you can become part of our journey toward spiritual fulfillment.
Welcome to Chinmaya Omkara
A School of Vedantic Studies
At Chinmaya Omkara, we are dedicated to fostering spiritual growth and personal development through the teachings of Vedanta.
Our community offers a variety of programs, including classes for children, adults, and families, aimed at nurturing values-based education and cultural enrichment.


- EDUCATION FOR ALL
We Provide Vedantic Studies
Chinmaya Mission provides individuals, from any background, the wisdom of Self development, and the practical means for spiritual growth. We are part of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.
- EVENTS
Current Events
Friday, December 6th 2024

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024
Join us for a complimentary Meet & Greet event at Chinmaya Omkara on September 7th from 4:00-6:00pm, where you’ll have the privilege to meet Pandit Gauravji and Nanditaji in-person and a photo opportunity with the artists . For more information, please refer to the attached flier. Hope to see you all!

Daily

Hari OM! Start your day with Hanuman Chalisa chanting at 7:00 am.
हरि:ॐ
Zoom link
https://zoom.us/j/95355705912?pwd=SHNYcGMzZTVpRmpQOXd0Y2hpVFhidz09
Meeting ID: 953 5570 5912
Passcode: chanting

CMNWI is inviting you to an E – Chanting of Maha Mrutyunjaya Mantram 108 times for loka Kalyanam
🙏🏽 हरि:ॐ 🙏🏽
Zoom link
Join Zoom meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81324035061?pwd=bEN6a24zMjJlNjZlcWhRb1NSZCtKUT09
Meeting ID: 813 2403 5061
Passcode: mmmchant
Monday May 13
Meditation & Life discourse: 10:30am – 11:30am on Zoom.
Join Zoom Meeting :
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83328137923?pwd=Z3JwZUZHT3BtMmcwYkNKcEVzTmRBZz09
Meeting ID: 833 2813 7923
Passcode: Life
MMM Chanting : 5:55 pm on Zoom
Join Zoom meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81324035061?pwd=bEN6a24zMjJlNjZlcWhRb1NSZCtKUT09
Meeting ID: 813 2403 5061
Passcode: mmmchant

Tuesday Dec 10th @ 7:45 pm – BG chanting practice open to all by Madhaviji on Zoom.
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/72363174050?pwd=5ZeAt8otJfhaBOAJTTVd6OP7wYyw9T.1
Or, go to https://us04web.zoom.us/join and enter
Meeting ID: 723 6317 4050
Password: gita

- BG Chanting Class
Experience the profound teachings of the Bhagavad Gita through chanting. This class is open to all levels and offers a transformative spiritual practice.
Tuesday & Wednesday from 5:30 – 6:00 pm – BG chanting practice open to all by Madhaviji on Zoom.
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/72363174050?pwd=5ZeAt8otJfhaBOAJTTVd6OP7wYyw9T.1
Or, go to https://us04web.zoom.us/join and enter
Meeting ID: 723 6317 4050
Password: gita
Chinmaya Swaranjali under the guidance of Anupamaji : 8:00pm
Join Zoom Meeting : https://us04web.zoom.us/j/3790723701?pwd=Q2FkUGwvWUFWR1ZaNGs2QmxmOXlzUT09
Meeting ID: 379 072 3701
Passcode: Bhajans
Sunday May 19th
Vishnu Saharsranamam & Hanuman Chalisa Chanting starting at 9:30am
Vishnu Saharsranamam & Hanuman Chalisa Chanting starting at 8:30am
🙏 Weekly Omkara Seva 🙏
♦️Time suitable to you
Vishnu Saharsranamam & Hanuman Chalisa Chanting starting at 8:30am
🙏 Weekly Omkara Seva 🙏
♦️Time suitable to you
SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 2024

SAMUHIKA MAHA MRUTYUNJAYA HOMAM
Inviting you to join us with family & friends to perform Samuhika Mrutyunjaya Homam
@ Chinmaya Omkara to commemorate the completion of 156 sessions of Chanting
Maha Mrityunjaya Mantram 108 times by 75+ people in the presence of
Pujya Swami Sharananandaji
हरि:ॐ
June 17-22, 2024

Summer Camp 2024
Save The Date
June 17-22, 2024
The Young Yogins:
STORYTELLING, KID HEROES, WITH A NEW-AGE TWIST
🙏🏽 हरि:ॐ 🙏🏽
- We Feature On
Chinmaya Mission Founder Swami Chinmayananda Anniversary Celebrated In Indiana

- SERVICES
How We Can Help
With Our Courses
We provide the best Vedic studies for everyone which help people grow in the right way.
With Our Gurus
Our Guru gives right knowledge for everything which helps to understand everything in right perspective.
With Our Activities
We work on many activities like Balvihar, Spiritual Camp, Chinmaya Swaranjali, Setukari etc.
With Our Books
The book published by us is very good and every person must read these books once in their life.

- MAKE A DONATION
Donate
If you are inspired by the work we do, we seek your support and encouragement. Please contribute generously and become a part of our vision to serve the community
All activities and yagnas (spiritual discourses) are organised by Chinmaya Omkara volunteers. Thanks to the generosity of public donations and support. Help us in our efforts “to give maximum happiness to the maximum number for the maximum time”. There are many ways to contribute as described below.
Donations can be made online through Zeffy.
If you wish to contribute offline, please download the donation form and mail it along with Payment to the address below.
Chinmaya Mission NWI-Omkara, 8705 Merrillville Rd, Merrillville IN 46410
For further information contact
Sriram Gopalan @ (256)468-7333
- COURSES
Our Courses
Vedanta in Bhagavata
A course that weaves faith with knowledge, going beyond the surface level of understanding so we can rise in love.
Upanishad Course
An advanced course on finding oneself in the Fundamentals.
Ramayana
A course in Hindi and English on invoking your personal best. In learning about Bhagavan Sri Rama, we become Bhagavan Sri Rama!
100 Steps to Infinity
A weekly course for seekers of all stages on merging knowledge into everyday living through discourse, discussion, and dialogue.
Our Board Members
Meet the dedicated board members who contribute their time and efforts to support Chinmaya Omkara’s mission. We are a community of like-minded individuals committed to bringing Vedanta’s teachings to life.
CHINMAYA MISSION NORTHWEST INDIANA
Chandra Singh, CMNWI
E-mail: csingh140@icloud.com
Phone: 219-508-2564
CHINMAYA MISSION NORTHWEST INDIANA
Bhasker Kodukula,CMNWI
E-mail: Kodukula.Bhaskar@arcelormittal.com
Phone: 219-671-4944
CHINMAYA MISSION NORTHWEST INDIANA
Priya Chockalingam,CMNWI
E-mail: Wejaya@yahoo.com
Phone: 219-671-6651
CHINMAYA MISSION NORTHWEST INDIANA
Anupama Subramaniam,CMNWI
E-mail: anusubs2@yahoo.com
Phone: 219-577-5337

Upcoming Events Calendar

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Chinmaya Mission is a School of Vedantic Studies. Our goal is to Give Maximum Happiness to Maximum people for the Maximum time.
Chinmaya Mission imparts knowledge of Vedic studies.
The inner transformation of individuals through knowledge of Vedanta, spiritual practices, and service to society, results in a happy world around them.
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