In its Ridván message for 2023, the Universal House of Justice writes: “In the twelve months that have elapsed since the commencement of the Nine Year Plan, we have been delighted to see how this global spiritual enterprise has inspired and galvanized the friends …”
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.
An endeavour to combat prejudice in Aotearoa, initiated by the Bahá’í community, celebrates more than two decades of growing influence.
At Ridván in 1863, Bahá’u’lláh declared His mission as a Messenger of God in the Garden of Ridván, hence the Ridván Festival is the holiest of the Bahá’í Year.
‘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.’
The National Spiritual Assembly is seeking a devoted individual to give administrative assistance in the National Secretariat.
A story of the confirmations experienced by a couple who have arisen to pioneer to Ma’ohi Nui (French Polynesia).
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.
In a Naw-Rúz message to the friends in Iran, the Supreme Institution reflects on “historic and recent endeavours” to assist societal transformation, in Iran and throughout the world.
The National Spiritual Assembly is inviting expressions of interest from members of the Bahá’í community for service in the National Secretariat at the New Zealand Bahá’í National Office.
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.
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.
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.
Some upliftment for the Fast is offered in a collection of links to films and songs that may enrich the experience of this sacred period.
An announcement of the National Convention delegates elected at the recent unit conventions.
Believers are encouraged to consider the bounty and privilege of pioneering and engage with the Aotearoa Pioneer Task Force in an exploration of what might be possible.
In times of emergency, mutual support in local networks, often developed through community-building efforts, can play a pivotal role in disaster relief..
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.
To honour our nine specially designated Holy Days, Bahá’ís suspend work and study. The form letters provided here can assist with making requests for time off from employers or schools.
