Priests
Janardhana Charyulu Chalamacharla
Originally from Gudiwada in the state of Andhra Pradesh, Shree Chalamacharla Janardhanacharyulu obtained his Vedic knowledge at Sri Venkateshwara Samskruta Veda Pathashala, situated in Hyderabad, in 1978. With a solid commitment to spiritual service, he has been contributing his services in the United States since 2002. Over the years, he has had the privilege of offering his divine services at various temples in Pittsburgh, Saint Louis, and Portland.
Janardhanacharyulu has been a member of the Shirdi Sai Jalaram Mandir community since 2020. His intense devotion and sincere dedication to serving the spiritual needs of devotees are evident in the different religious and spiritual ceremonies he performs. These ceremonies include pujas, vrathams, kalyanams, pratishta ceremonies, and weddings. Each ritual is conducted with supreme devotion and authenticity. Via his preachings, the community feels connected to the divine presence of Sai Baba, Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu, and other deities.
Janardhanacharyulu warmly invites everyone to participate in the temple services and experience the blessings of the divine. Through his dedicated service, he continues to inspire peace and prosperity in the lives of all who seek spiritual connection.
“Sarve Jana Sukhino Bhavantu” – May all beings be happy!
Spiritual Journey and Training:
Priest Chalamacharla Janardhanacharyulu started his deep spiritual journey at an early age, groomed by the wisdom of sacred gurus and mentors. Absorbed in the holy principle of Sanatana Dharma, he was trained in traditional Hindu traditions with great discipline and dedication. During this training, he mastered the sacred Vedic rituals and religious chants imbued with divine vibrations. His education includes a thorough study of the Vedas, Upanishads, Puranas, and other holy Hindu scriptures, allowing him a deep and complete understanding of the spiritual practices related to temple worship.
With the passing years of serving in America, he has matured in his spiritual wisdom, yet his devotion to spiritual practice has not diminished. He is more than a mere priest who performs rituals by just reciting the sholkas. He is a spiritual beacon, a mentor with warmth, and a guide for all people seeking divine wisdom, inner peace, and spiritual transformation.
Services and Rituals:
As a distinguished preacher at Shirdi Sai Jalaram Mandir, Priest Chalamacharla Janardhanacharyulu is dedicated to devotion while performing the following holy services:
- Daily Abhishekam (ritual bathing of deities) performed with utmost admiration and spiritual purity.
- Poojas (prayer ceremonies) for various deities, including Sai Baba, Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu, and Goddess Durga, conducted with divine feeling and heartfelt devotion
- Homams (fire rituals) invoking auspicious energies and celestial blessings.
- Havan and Yajnas (sacred fire ceremonies) carried out with sacred chants and Vedic devotion.
- Navaratri and Diwali celebrations, infused with the vibrant spirit of devotion and dharmic traditions
- Weddings, naming ceremonies, and other life events blessed with sacred rituals and spiritual grace
- Personalized prayers and blessings for individuals, families, and special occasions, tailored to inspire divine connection and spiritual well-being
Priest Chalamacharla Janardhanacharyulu also provides individual consultations and spiritual guidance, all based on the holy lessons of Hindu philosophy and ancient scriptures.
Message from Priest Chalamacharla Janardhanacharyulu
“It is my sacred privilege to serve the divine and guide you on your spiritual journey. I am deeply honored to be part of the Shirdi Sai Jalaram Mandir, a sanctified space where we unite in devotion and offer our prayers to the Divine with unwavering faith. I wholeheartedly invite you to join us in our sacred rituals and services, where the boundless blessings of Sai Baba and all deities will envelop you and your loved ones in divine grace. May your hearts be filled with eternal peace, and may you always find guidance, love, and spiritual harmony within the temple’s holy embrace.”
Kishore Sharma
Brahmasri Yagnanarayanaya Kishore Sharma Thammara is a devoted and highly talented Hindu priest who possesses an in-depth knowledge of Vedic scriptures, sacred rituals, and a life of total surrender to the divine. He has an unshakable connection with the timeless traditions of Hinduism. He has devoted many years to mastering every little detail of complicated religious ceremonies, life-long discipline, and dharmic service.
Brahmasri Kishore Sharma Thammara comes with more than a decade of experience performing different spiritual rituals and ceremonies. He has blessed the community at Shirdi Sai Jalaram Mandir with rich spiritual wisdom, devotion, and divine grace. His sacred journey began in India, where he studied the Vedic texts and rituals in depth. Since 2022, he has continued to serve with the spirit of love, spiritual commitment, compassion, and profound dedication to inspire the community in the United States.
Sacred Education and Spiritual Evolution:
Under the divine guidance of the learned gurus and mentors, Brahmashri Kishore Sharma Thammara started his sacred journey at a very young age. His strict training in Vedic studies speaks of his absolute dedication to dharmic principles and commitment to upholding the eternal traditions of Sanatana Dharma. His spiritual education encompasses:
- VP Sanga Veda Vidyalayam, Vijayawada (1999-2007):
He perfected the study of the Krishna Yajurveda here. He mastered the complexities of the Vedic ritual and the sacred ceremonies associated with them, enriched by the most unequaled devotion. - Sadananda Vedic Pathashaala, Siddipet (2007-2011):
He further dived deep into the great wisdom of the ancient Hindu scriptures and sacred chants. This place is where he developed a deep connection to the divine with disciplined spiritual practice.
His devotion to Vedic studies and commitment to supporting Hindu traditions led him to spend years as Veda Pandit for Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) along with Gnana Saraswati Devalayam in Hyderabad (2012-2022). He conducted various sacred services, including rituals honoring the divine Shringeri Matham, which earned him enormous recognition for his understanding of spirituality and sanctity.
He brought his sacred knowledge and spiritual grace to America in 2022 while working at Balaji Temple, Bridgewater, NJ. Later, this saint was associated with a similar temple in Houston, TX. Afterward, he continues to serve the community with unbroken devotion and spiritual dedication at the Shirdi Sai Jalaram Mandir, where he is committed to the deeds of others on their personal spiritual journey.
“Loka Samastha Sukhino Bhavantu” – May the entire world be filled with peace and happiness!
Sacred Services and Divine Rituals:
Being more than just a preacher, Priest Chalamacharla Janardhanacharyulu has taken part in devotion by undertaking the following sacred services at Shirdi Sai Jalaram Mandir:
- Daily Abhishekam (ritual bathing of deities) performed with utmost admiration and spiritual purity.
- Poojas (prayer ceremonies) for various deities, including Sai Baba, Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu, and Goddess Durga, conducted with divine feeling and heartfelt devotion
- Homams (fire rituals) invoking auspicious energies and celestial blessings.
- Havan and Yajnas (sacred fire ceremonies) carried out with sacred chants and Vedic devotion.
- Navaratri and Diwali celebrations, infused with the vibrant spirit of devotion and dharmic traditions
- Weddings, naming ceremonies, and other life events blessed with sacred rituals and spiritual grace
- Personalized prayers and blessings for individuals, families, and special occasions, tailored to inspire divine connection and spiritual well-being
Priest Chalamacharla Janardhanacharyulu also provides individual consultations and spiritual guidance rooted in the holy shlokas of Hindu philosophy and ancient scriptures.
Message from Priest Chalamacharla Janardhanacharyulu:
“It is a true blessing to be serving in the presence of the divine and to share such sacred spaces with you. At Shirdi Sai Jalaram Mandir, we come together as one family in devotion, offering our prayers and seeking the grace of Sai Baba and of all deities. I invite you warmly to participate in spiritual activities within the temple and experience peace and joy only through faith. May divine light guide your journey and fill your lives with harmony, love, and countless blessings.”
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that each of us enrich our lives through spiritual living and promote communal peace.
