In commemoration of the Martyrdom of the Báb, here is “an outline of the history of the Báb” by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. From sunset on Thursday 8 July to sunset on Friday 9 July 2021, Bahá’ís refrain from work in honour of the Blessed Báb, and at noon commemorate His Martyrdom.
In addition to the pillars, the first set of folding walls has been completed, and preparations are beginning for a trellis that will span the plaza.
State-sponsored hate speech and disinformation against the Bahá'í community in Iran is on the rise. This article explains how the friends in Aotearoa can assist in combating the problem.
“…it behooveth you to be in close communion one with the other, at one both in body and soul, till ye match the Pleiades or a string of lustrous pearls.” - ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
The National Spiritual Assembly sets out goals, spiritual aspirations and resources for the One Year Plan and the centenary of the Master’s passing.
Registrations are open for the next seminars of the Institute for Studies in Global Prosperity in December.
The number of Auxiliary Board members for Aotearoa increases from six to seven for the next five year term.
Neighbours and families are learning to create a rhythm of life centred on spiritual wellbeing.
Mrs Beverly (Bev) Watson has received recognition in this year’s Queen’s Birthday honours, primarily for her many years of service to the cause of race unity in her work for the Bahá’í Office of Public Affairs.
This year’s Race Unity Speech Awards and Hui demonstrated that the annual event continues to increase its influence on social discourse.
The Bahá’í Distribution Service offers an abundance of resources to nourish reflections on ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s life and to explore His world-changing insights.
After Baha’u’llah’s passing on this day 129 years ago, the mantle of His enduring Covenant fell on ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, the One “Who hath branched from this Ancient Root”.
The House of Justice hopes the spiritual energy generated by Convention will find expression in the endeavours of friends throughout Aotearoa.
Two new releases from the Bahá’í World Centre add to the depth of resources available for reflecting on the life and wisdom of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá in this centenary year.
A further progress report on the construction of the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá shows the project persistently advancing towards completion.
Those who enjoy listening to talks on Bahá’í themes — including talks given at several summer schools — will find a fascinating collection on the “Deepening Talks NZ” website.
The Annual Report for 177 B.E. offers a sense of recent achievements as the triumphal conclusion of years of exertions, and of the rich possibilities that the next series of Plans portend.
Wairarapa’s passage past the second milestone is sure to be the first of many victories in the North Island during this year of special potency.
A selection of featured books from the Bahá’í Distribution Service focusing on Writings of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá.
For the first time in this part of the world, a Local Spiritual Assembly was elected in two stages. This historic milestone was undertaken with dignity and joy.
