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At a time of worldwide change, conflict and uncertainty, humanity’s most urgent need is to find a unifying vision. Such a vision unfolds in the Writings of Bahá’u’lláh, the Founder of the Bahá’í Faith. Bahá’u’lláh teaches that religion is the most powerful force for the transformation of society and individuals.

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Bahá'í Aotearoa
New Zealand Bahá'í Community Newsletter
Reflections on World Conferences in Aotearoa
Aug 26 2022

Aug 26 Reflections on World Conferences in Aotearoa

Bahá'í Aotearoa
National Assembly, News and Stories

The Regional Bahá’í Councils reflect on the recent conferences and urge the friends to carry forward the learning and newly strengthened capacities in an ongoing pattern of community-building.

Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Construction project progresses after cleaning
Aug 19 2022

Aug 19 Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Construction project progresses after cleaning

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Bahá'í World News

Read the latest report of progress on the construction of the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá following the fire caused by an accident in early April.

“Baha’i World” article examines the pursuit of social justice
Aug 19 2022

Aug 19 “Baha’i World” article examines the pursuit of social justice

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Notices

The latest article in the Bahá'í World online, by Professor Michael Karlberg, focuses on the theme of social justice.

Intensity of persecution of Bahá’ís in Iran increases
Aug 12 2022

Aug 12 Intensity of persecution of Bahá’ís in Iran increases

National Assembly
Bahá'í World News, National Assembly

A serious escalation of persecution in Iran requires us all to pray ardently for the safety and well-being of these dear friends, and take full advantage of the freedoms we have here in Aotearoa to arise and share the teachings of the Faith in honour of the sacrifices of our Iranian brethren.

Wellington Winter Initiative and Whānau Festival
Aug 12 2022

Aug 12 Wellington Winter Initiative and Whānau Festival

Bahá'í Aotearoa
News and Stories

A purposeful follow-up to the conferences with a winter initiative and whānau festival in Wellington cluster has built capacities for meaningful and uplifting conversations and for creating relationships in a neighbourhood.

Vibrant 'Winter Initiatives' in Hawke’s Bay and Waikato
Aug 5 2022

Aug 5 Vibrant 'Winter Initiatives' in Hawke’s Bay and Waikato

Bahá'í Aotearoa
News and Stories

Read how two communities, Hawke’s Bay and Waikato, have continued the momentum of the world conferences through Winter Initiatives.

New Releases available from NZ Bahá’í Bookshop
Jul 30 2022

Jul 30 New Releases available from NZ Bahá’í Bookshop

Bahá'í Distribution Service
Featured Books, Notices

There’s wisdom, delight and inspiration in this latest selection of books available from the Bahá’í Distribution Service.

Ngā Rangatahi o Māramatanga — Youth Leadership Council
Jul 23 2022

Jul 23 Ngā Rangatahi o Māramatanga — Youth Leadership Council

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Public Affairs, News and Stories

Ten young people, including two Bahá’ís, have committed themselves to promoting respect for New Zealand’s diverse faith communities by serving on the new youth interfaith body in Aotearoa.

Ruhi Books 1–5 now available for download
Jul 15 2022

Jul 15 Ruhi Books 1–5 now available for download

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Notices, News and Stories

The Ruhi Institute has released a revised Book 5, and posted online the first five books of its main sequence of courses, “for anyone who wishes to participate in a global conversation taking place in Bahá’í communities everywhere about the betterment of the world”.

Holy Day to honour the Báb — commemorated at midday
Jul 9 2022

Jul 9 Holy Day to honour the Báb — commemorated at midday

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Writings and Guidance

One of the sacred days in the Bahá’í calendar when work is suspended is the holy day to commemorate the Marytrdom of The Báb, which in 2022 starts at sunset on 9 July and ends at sunset on 10 July.

Progress of the construction of the Shrine of the Master
Jul 8 2022

Jul 8 Progress of the construction of the Shrine of the Master

Bahá'í Aotearoa
House of Justice, Bahá'í World News, News and Stories

The Universal House of Justice has shared news regarding the construction of the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, following the setback three months ago when an accidental fire on the site caused considerable damage.

Invitation to share memories of Hands of the Cause of God
Jul 8 2022

Jul 8 Invitation to share memories of Hands of the Cause of God

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Notices

Those who had the bounty of meeting Hands of the Cause of God may be able to contribute to this special project of historical preservation.

Health promoter animated by Bahá’í principles
Jul 8 2022

Jul 8 Health promoter animated by Bahá’í principles

Bahá'í Aotearoa
News and Stories, Public Affairs

Mr Sione Tu’itahi has gained recognition from his professional peers, demonstrating the power of the Teachings to positively influence social discourse and action, when deeply imbibed and applied in one’s work.

Speech awards: ‘Ngā matimati nō te ringa kotahi’
Jul 1 2022

Jul 1 Speech awards: ‘Ngā matimati nō te ringa kotahi’

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Public Affairs, News and Stories

Profound speeches on race unity offered by high school students have generated considerable public interest.

Robin White: collaborator across boundaries
Jul 1 2022

Jul 1 Robin White: collaborator across boundaries

Bahá'í Aotearoa
News and Stories, Artistic Expressions

An exhibition of Dame Robin White’s art at Te Papa has thrown a spotlight on her passion for learning, anchored in her faith as a Bahá’í.

Greetings from the Board of Deputy Trustees of Huqúqu’lláh
Jun 23 2022

Jun 23 Greetings from the Board of Deputy Trustees of Huqúqu’lláh

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Ḥuqúqu’lláh, Writings and Guidance, Notices

The Board of Deputy Trustees of Ḥuqúqu’lláh for Polynesia shares inspiration and information, including the announcement of an online study series, “12 Lessons on Ḥuqúqu’lláh”.

Reflecting on past progress and future endeavours
Jun 23 2022

Jun 23 Reflecting on past progress and future endeavours

National Assembly
National Assembly, News and Stories

Last year we entered the third epoch of the Master’s Divine Plan. These reflections sketch out some of the implications for our work as a community in years to come.

World Conferences have lit up the way ahead
Jun 18 2022

Jun 18 World Conferences have lit up the way ahead

Bahá'í Aotearoa
News and Stories

The series of World Conferences in Aotearoa has blessed the community with signs of new capacity and vitality. A special online conference on 2 July will be the last — a Zoom link is provided in this article.

Date of online conference confirmed
Jun 10 2022

Jun 10 Date of online conference confirmed

Bahá'í Aotearoa
National Assembly, Notices, News and Stories

Those who have not been able to attend a World Conference in person will have the opportunity to partake in the programme on the afternoon of Saturday 2 July.

Slideshow lets us relive some of our wonderful World Conferences
Jun 10 2022

Jun 10 Slideshow lets us relive some of our wonderful World Conferences

Bahá'í Aotearoa
News and Stories

The spiritual energies generated by this country’s world conferences is palpable in this video slideshow.

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