Service to society wins noteworthy governmental honour for Hutt City believer.
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Catholic Bishops' committee sends greetings
Representatives of the Catholic Church have sent a gracious letter of greetings to their “Bahá’í sisters and brothers in Aotearoa New Zealand”.
Te Whare Akoranga provides a place for potential to bloom
The establishment of Te Whare Akoranga Bahá’í clearly demonstrates the capacity of the Bahá’í community of Aotearoa to make a collective effort for the progress of the Faith.
Results of the election of the National Spiritual Assembly
“From a joyful National Convention in the newly rebuilt centre on the Faith's historic Hyde Dunn property, the National Spiritual Assembly conveys its heartfelt loving greetings to you all. We take the opportunity to share the results of the recent election of the National Spiritual Assembly for 180 B.E.”
National Convention meets in a spirit of joy
The themes and spirit of the National Convention for 180 B.E. are captured in the message from the Convention to the Universal House of Justice and in photos and videos.
Members newly appointed to the International Teaching Centre
“With joyful hearts”, the Universal House of Justice has announced the members of the International Teaching Centre for the five years beginning on 23 May 2023.
Campaign honours martyrs and the struggle of Iranian women
The Bahá’í Office of Public Affairs shares information about the #OurStoryIsOne Campaign, starting in June, and the office explains how the friends in Aotearoa might contribute to it.
New film explores efforts towards social transformation
An Expansive Prospect, a film commissioned by the Universal House of Justice, has been released online after it was first screened at the 13th International Bahá’í Convention. The House of Justice encourages all to view, share and discuss the film.
Event celebrates Race Unity Speech Awards milestone
An endeavour to combat prejudice in Aotearoa, initiated by the Bahá’í community, celebrates more than two decades of growing influence.
South Waikato / Taupo cluster passes the second milestone
‘It is with great joy that the North Island Regional Bahá’í Council shares with you the following news about the South Waikato/Taupō cluster.’
Decision to pioneer brings joyful surprises
A story of the confirmations experienced by a couple who have arisen to pioneer to Ma’ohi Nui (French Polynesia).
First national House of Worship opens its doors
On 25 March, the Supreme Body addressed a stirring letter of praise and encouragement to the friends gathered in the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo for the dedication of the first national House of Worship in the Bahá’í world.
Seminar provides a forum where learning is shared
Regional coordinators and Area Teaching Committees from both the North and South Islands gathered in Auckland recently to further develop their capacities for coordination, accompaniment, and the dissemination of learning.
Taking part in the sacred election process
A deep awareness of the spiritual import of the electoral process must lead to better participation rates and enhance the friends’ relationship with the elected institutions.
Book 11: bringing about spiritual and material progress
All believers—individuals, communities, groups of friends, nuclei, groups of families or households—are warmly invited to join Book 11 study circles around the country.
National Convention 2023: list of delegates
An announcement of the National Convention delegates elected at the recent unit conventions.
Disaster relief and contributing to social transformation
In times of emergency, mutual support in local networks, often developed through community-building efforts, can play a pivotal role in disaster relief..
Theme for unit conventions: ‘society-building’
Addressing the friends at the recent unit conventions, the National Spiritual Assembly recommended themes for consultation, focused on releasing the society-building power of the Faith.
Students can make important contributions
Tertiary study years offer prime time for taking initiative and getting involved in activities for the betterment of the world.
Video message from the National Spiritual Assembly
A video message to all believers from the National Spiritual Assembly was released for the Feast of Mulk/Dominion/Mana Ariki.