Gayatri Gyan Mandir

Gayatri Gyan Mandir is more than a place of worship — it is a living center for transformation through knowledge, practice, and selfless service. Rooted in the teachings of Pandit Shriram Sharma Acharya, GGM offers a space where ancient spiritual wisdom meets the clarity of modern understanding, empowering individuals to lead purposeful, meaningful lives.

At the heart of our philosophy is scientific spirituality: the idea that genuine spiritual growth does not require blind faith, but rather thoughtful inquiry, direct experience, and a commitment to truth. We believe that the deepest truths of the Vedic tradition are not opposed to reason — they invite it. Here, seekers are encouraged to question, explore, and discover for themselves.

Whether you are new to spirituality or have walked this path for years, GGM welcomes you. Our community is a gathering of individuals from all backgrounds, united by a shared aspiration — to grow personally and serve collectively, building a brighter future for our families and the world around us.

Gayatri Gyan Mandir is a proud part of the All World Gayatri Parivaar (AWGP), a global spiritual movement founded by Gurudev Pandit Shriram Sharma Acharya with its headquarters at Shantikunj, Haridwar, India. With millions of members across every continent, AWGP is dedicated to the upliftment of humanity through Vichar Kranti — a revolution in thought — guiding individuals toward lives rooted in wisdom, compassion, and purposeful action.

Our mandir in Itasca serves as a local center of this worldwide mission, bringing the transformative teachings and practices of Gayatri Sadhana to the greater Chicago community. Through regular gatherings, spiritual practices, and service initiatives, we carry forward the vision of a more awakened and compassionate world — one family, one neighborhood, one community at a time.