The next offering of the ISGP seminars for university students will be held from 4 to 14 February 2023 at the Waihi Academy.
Week of Prayer for World Peace
Religious communities and interfaith groups throughout New Zealand are encouraged to celebrate the Week of Prayer for World Peace both in their own observances and together with people of different faiths.
Reflections on the Passing of a Monarch
Reflections on the significance of a monarch following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II
Pioneer call for the Nine Year Plan
The Universal House of Justice has made a call for pioneers for the Nine Year Plan addressing both international and homefront pioneering. In response, a Pioneering Task Force has been appointed to identify, orient, and deploy pioneers.
Others' in Their Own Land - Film Screening and Panel Discussion
A special film screening of the documentary 'Others' in Their Own Land is taking place in Wellington on 29 September, with a panel discussion of Iranian human rights advocates. The Office of Public Affairs urges the friends to attend and invite contacts who work or live in the Wellington region.
To the sore-tried and faithful followers in the Cradle of the Faith
The Universal House of Justice has sent a magnificent message of comfort and confirmation to the believers in Iran, in which it condemns the “the unrelenting injustice and cruelty” being endured by the friends and extols their noble response.
Reflections on World Conferences in Aotearoa
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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’
Profound speeches on race unity offered by high school students have generated considerable public interest.