The National Spiritual Assembly has released a special video message for all believers encouraging special contemplation during the sacred period of the Fast.
Unit Conventions - insights and election results
Delegates are announced and some themes from unit convention consultations are briefly shared.
The Spirit of Ayyám-i-Há
This year, the four days of Ayyám-i-Há are celebrated starting from sunset on 25 February and concluding at sunset on 29 February, at which time the final month of the year (‘Alá’/Loftiness/Tiketike) - and the Fast - commences.
National Assembly's message to unit conventions
The message of the National Spiritual Assembly to unit conventions around Aotearoa offers food for thought for all friends.
Permission for travel to the Holy Land
Obtaining permission from the World Centre before travelling for any purpose to the Holy Land is required for important reasons.
New website for Canadian Temple
A new website has been launched, dedicated to the national Bahá’í House of Worship to be constructed in Canada. It explains the profound purpose of a Bahá’í Temple and project developments.
National Treasurer accepts exciting new international role
Marc Rivers, National Treasurer, will soon take up a significant role with the International Committee of the Red Cross and leaves Aotearoa in the near future.
TED Talk explores historic sacrifice of Táhirih
A thought-provoking talk illustrating the life of Táhirih challenges us to contemplate our own role in shaping a world that is just and equitable for all.
Unit Conventions 2024: Table of Unit Information
A comprehensive table of information for all of the upcoming unit conventions on 11 February 2024 is provided.
Vibrant activity featured
The latest initiatives and insights from the North Island Regional Institute Board are shared in their recent newsletter.
Pilgrimages return to the Holy Land
We are pleased to share important news regarding the resumption of pilgrimages and brief visits to the Holy Land.
Observing Bahá’í Holy Days - letters for students and employees
To honour nine special Holy Days, Bahá’ís suspend work and study. Letters are provided to help with requests for time off from work or from attendance at educational institutions.
Youth gather to reflect on their path of service
A well- attended Auckland youth conference fostered and equipped youth to be actively involved in a youth movement for the betterment of the world.
A message from the Deputy Trustees of Ḥuqúqu’lláh
The Mighty Law of Ḥuqúqu’lláh is a spiritual obligation laid down by Bahá’u’lláh that exerts a great influence upon one’s heart and soul. Details of how you can partake of this bounty are shared.
Why subscribing to BWNS is so valuable
Subscribe to the Bahá’í World News Service to discover exclusive news and content, and learn about ways that the light of Bahá'u'lláh’s Revelation is able to shed light on many of society’s pressing problems.
Summer School 2023 in pictures
The vibrancy of the recent summer schools is captured in a photographic montage.
28 Nov 2023 message now available as a printed booklet
The significant 28 November 2023 message from The House of Justice is now available as a publication through the Bahá'í Distribution Service.
Table of Units for the 2024 Unit Conventions
The National Assembly has shared a table of electoral units for the unit conventions to take place around the country on Sunday 11 February 2024.
Celebrating Te Whare Akoranga Bahá'í
The Bahá'í Centre for Learning, Te Whare Akoranga Bahá'í, welcomed all in an open-day gathering filled with the spirit of unity, joy, and celebration.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Trellis structure fully revealed
The completed body of the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá is now visible for the first time; the emerging Shrine stands as a symbol of unremitting service to humanity.