Clusters that have advanced past the third milestone of development provide support and learning for earlier-stage clusters, as Hawke’s Bay recently did for Wairarapa.
Request for information: Latvian Bahá'í emigrants
A request for information has come from the Latvian National Spiritual Assembly seeking details about Latvian emigrants who became Bahá'ís, and their contributions in Aotearoa.
Assistants' Conference inspires collective action
Assistants’ Conference — the largest-ever gathering of assistants to the Auxiliary Board from around the country — created a vibrant and joyous two days of consecration to the goals of the Nine Year Plan.
The Martyrdom of the Báb: A Holy Day of reflection
This year, the Martyrdom of the Báb is observed on Tuesday 9 July, at midday. It is a day on which work, and school should be suspended.
Ḥuqúqu’lláh: A story of joyful giving
The law of Huqúqu’lláh, when obeyed with joy and radiance, fosters both individual and collective prosperity. This is highlighted in a quotation from the Supreme Body and the story of a young girl in Tonga.
More inspiring reads at Bahá'í Bookshop
A book of inspiring stories compiled by Gloria Faizi is among those featured in this article and available for purchase. Her book has stood the test of time and provides us with timeless examples of loving sacrifices made for the Bahá'í Fund.
Reflections on opening of new Temple
Penina Hitti shares her experience of attending the inauguration of the national House of Worship in Port Moresby, offering heartfelt reflections and an insight into this momentous milestone.
Supreme Body's message now available in six languages
The House of Justice message of 28 November 2023 is now available from the NZ Bahá’í Bookshop in booklet form in six languages: Persian, Samoan, Tongan, Tuvaluan, Chinese and English.
Ḥuqúqu’lláh - important updates
The names of Huqúq representatives around the country are shared, and an update on receipting is given, along with the Words of the Blessed Beauty about the joy, radiance and humility that must frame our participation in this Mighty Law.
Dedication ceremony illuminates hearts
“This national House of Worship is the crowning achievement of all the efforts of the past, and a beacon of light and hope for the future.” (Confucius Ikoirere, Secretary of the National Assembly of PNG)
ISGP announces 2025 seminars
The Institute for Studies in Global Prosperity will hold undergraduate seminars for university students in Aotearoa from 29 January to 8 February 2025 at Te Whare Akoranga Bahá’í in Auckland.
Taranaki's action-oriented inspiring Hui
The Race Unity Speech Awards have catalysed regional initiatives, such as the Taranaki Race Unity Hui. Students in the region have taken practical steps to promote unity in diversity.
Te Taura Tangata - The Rope of Unity: Highlights from the Race Unity Speech Awards 2024
On the weekend of 4-5 May, senior secondary students from across Aotearoa delivered powerful speeches and joined with others in a hui to consult on solutions for a racist-free New Zealand.
National House of Worship opens in Papua New Guinea
The dedication ceremony for the national House of Worship in Papua New Guinea takes place Saturday 25 May 2024 in Port Moresby where many Kiwis, most of whom were pioneers to that country, are guests for the occasion.
The Universal House of Justice responds to the message from the National Convention
“It is our cherished desire to see the dear friends in your country inviting ever-greater numbers of receptive souls to drink their fill from the ocean of Bahá’u’lláh’s Revelation.”
Ascension of Bahá'u'lláh: 'Let not your hearts be perturbed'
On this Holy Day, to be commemorated on 28 May at 3.00 a.m., we remember the moment when the Blessed Beauty winged His flight to the Abhá Kingdom.
Membership of the International Board of Trustees of Ḥuqúqu’lláh
The International Board of Trustees of Ḥuqúqu’lláh has been appointed for a five year term commencing on the 180th anniversary of the Declaration of the Báb.
The Herald of a New Dawn
This year, the Declaration of the Báb is observed from sunset on 22 May, through to sunset on 23 May - a day on which work should be suspended. This article has rich resources for fully appreciating this momentous occasion.
Acknowledging 90-year milestone
Remarkable milestone is acknowledged between two National Assemblies who 90 years ago were established as one entity in the same year as the National Spiritual Assembly of Iran was first formed.
68th National Convention: Spirited reflections propel forward momentum
The 68th National Convention took place over three days (26-28 April) at Te Whare Akoranga Bahá’í in Henderson Valley. The results of the election of the National Assembly are shared in this article.