Community life
A revolution of identity: The Montreal Youth Group
Every generation faces a new set of needs and requirements in its service to the Cause, altering the role of the Faith in daily decisions and actions. In the late 1920s, a group of youth in Montreal transformed what it meant to live with the teachings of the Faith at the heart of one’s life.
Upcoming by-election for the National Spiritual Assembly
The following is a copy of a letter sent to all delegates advising them that, with love and regret, the National Spiritual Assembly has accepted Mr. Enayat Rawhani’s request to be permitted to relinquish membership on the National Assembly.
Seasonal schools open their doors in Ontario
After a fruitful discussion on the role of seasonal schools in Bahá’í community life, the school organizers throughout Ontario have started making plans on how to maintain an outward-looking orientation in school activities.
The 12th day of Ridván
“As to the significance of that Declaration let Bahá’u’lláh Himself reveal to us its import …”
A new year of teaching and friendship
A Naw-Rúz gathering in Sidney, B.C., shows how the welcoming spirit of Holy Days opens up opportunities for teaching the Faith and bringing more friends into Bahá’í community life.
The first day of Ridván
The first day of Ridván is 21 April this year. Here is a description of this time written by Adib Taherzadeh.
Generations of prayer
The following is a reflection from a new mother on how seeing her father pray influenced her own connection with prayer.
Opening doors through the arts
The community of Victoria, B.C. had a resoundingly positive response to a play that presented concepts from the teachings of Bahá’u’lláh, reminiscent of the Shoghi Effendi’s statement that “Art can better awaken such noble sentiments than cold rationalizing, especially among the mass of the people.”
Ruhi Book 9 develops participants’ love for their Creator
An intensive study of Ruhi Book 9: Gaining an Historical Perspective has given nine friends a deeper understanding into their relationship with their Creator.
Insights gained from this year’s unit conventions
Four questions posed by the National Spiritual Assembly at this year’s unit conventions opened avenues for consultation across the country.
