Your participation in the Arya Samaj Greater Houston is very welcome. For your convenience, the following guidelines for hosting, preparing and performing Yajnas and Sanskars (sacraments) are provided:

1. Please book your occasion well in advance (minimum two weeks) in a register available near the kitchen entry from the Pooja hall. Kindly consult with Acharya ji (Dr. Shridhar) by calling him at (281) 752-0100 or see him personally and let him know the purpose of the ceremony.

2. On some occasions, two or more families may want to be the hosts on the same day. Please consult with Acharya ji for alternate day/date or join with another host as mutually agreeable. Also, Acharya ji will be happy to perform Yajna at your home or in Arya Samaj on Saturdays or evenings at your request.

3. Arya Samaj will provide the necessary materials (ghee, samagri, incense, wood, etc). If someone wishes to bring any of these materials, they are welcome to do so.

4. On the day of the Yajna, please maintain cleanliness and purity to the extent possible. Fasting is recommended but not required.

5. Please come half an hour before the beginning of the Yajna (at 9:30 AM) to make necessary arrangements and receive orientation. This will allow prompt beginning of the ceremonies at 10:00 AM on Sundays.

6. The Yajmans should remain seated on the Yajna Vedi until the blessing ceremonies have been completed.

7. If you need to consult regarding Prasad or food arrangements, please contact coordinators of the Priti Bhoj Committee. Arya Samaj can provide take-out containers, if requested in advance.

8. Please keep the kitchen and lobby areas clean after the ceremonies. It is your facility, so please help us keep it neat and tidy.

9. For marriage ceremonies or other large-scale celebrations, it is the responsibility of the host family to make all arrangements, including setting up and dismantling of tents, furniture, decorations, food and drinks.

10. Please note the donation and Arya Samaj facility usage guidelines on the next page.

These guidelines are offered so that we can all maximize the benefit and enjoyment of prayers and satsangs at the Arya Samaj. Thank you very much for your cooperation. Your comments and suggestions are welcome.