A new video explores some of the spiritual dimensions of giving to the Baháʼí Fund, and how their application to our lives assists in resisting the forces of materialism.
Graduates and young professionals invited to seminar in Australia
The forthcoming ISGP seminar for graduates at Yerrinbool offers a programme building capacity to examine and analyse society and the forces acting upon it and to introduce relevant aspects of the Bahá’í Teachings in academic and professional fields.
Aotearoa's gift for 2021
… there are very concrete actions that need to be taken if New Zealand’s contribution to a triumphant end to the Five Year Plan at Ridván 2021 is to be significant.
Seminars strengthen commitment to service to humanity
For the eighth consecutive year in New Zealand, the Institute for Studies in Global Prosperity held its annual seminar for university students, exploring concepts that help them become more effective in service to humanity.
Neighbourhood initiative generates 237 conversations
Over a four week period, four visiting friends alongside those living in Thames, reached out to every household in a neighbourhood in Thames.
Chinese New Year effort attracts public to devotional gatherings
A participant in devotional gatherings took the initiative to invite the wider community through a stall during Chinese New Year Celebrations.
Akka religious and civic leaders honour ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
Dignitaries representing Akka’s religious communities and other local organizations gathered to honour ‘Abdu’l-Baha at a tree-planting ceremony coinciding with the start of the construction of His Shrine.
Auxiliary Board members meet with Counsellor
Members of the Institution of the Counsellors in New Zealand - six Auxiliary Board members with their supervising Counsellor - spent time reflecting together at Bahá’í Centre.
Prayers for Australians facing bushfire crisis
A message was sent to the National Spiritual Assembly of Australia assuring them of prayers for the Australian people during this difficult time. They have responded “with humility and thanksgiving”.
Collective effort at Summer Schools
The National Spiritual Assembly expresses its thanks to all those who contributed to the success of the recent summer schools.
Bahá’í honoured for promoting te reo Māori on radio
Recognition given to George Burt, a New Zealand believer, in this year’s New Year Honours, has brought congratulations from the Universal House of Justice.
Upsurge of generosity needed for the National Fund
An outpouring of fresh donations to the National Fund is needed from the generous-hearted friends between now and the end of the financial year on 31 March to ensure we end the year on a strong financial footing.
Work proceeds apace on the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
In a progress update on the Shrine being constructed for the sacred remains of the Master, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, the Universal House of Justice shares that “work on the building’s foundations is advancing”.
Summer schools raise awareness of the path to peace
In this message to summer school participants, the National Spiritual Assembly highlighted principles related to the theme of this year’s schools: “Towards an ever advancing civilisation”.
Opportunities to serve at the National Office
The National Spiritual Assembly is inviting expressions of interest from members of the Bahá’í community for service opportunities at the New Zealand Bahá’í National Office in Newmarket, Auckland.
Help keep the flame burning bright!
Every adult believer can be a contributor to Bahá’u’lláh’s World Order through engagement in unit convention on Sunday 16 February 2020.
Rotorua launches intensive programme of growth
The North Island Regional Bahá’í Council joyfully announces that the Rotorua cluster has reached the second milestone of growth.
Kiwi reflects upon special period of service
A personal perspective on service in “that uniquely bountiful atmosphere at the World Centre that stems from the influence of Bahá’u’lláh's teachings and the proximity of the Shrines.”
Speakers explore significance of the bicentenary
Listen to captivating speeches by Dame Robin White and Member of Parliament Priyanca Radhakrishnan at the national bicentenary celebration in Wellington.
Social media and non-involvement in politics
“The followers of the Blessed Beauty must be conscious and conscientious users of any technology they decide to utilize and must apply insight and spiritual discipline”, states a new letter written on behalf of the Universal House of Justice.