“A movement of youth in New Zealand inspires socially conscious music”, reports the Bahá’í World News Service.
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Summer school promises a lively learning experience
This year’s summer school will once again happen in decentralised gatherings, supported by pre-recorded presentations and other nationally-developed resources.
Elegant new booklet about the beloved Master
Announcing a new addition to resources for reflection on the life of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá and engaging with others about His legacy.
Whānau spaces draw souls into community building
More than 10 North Island clusters have been holding whānau days and children’s festivals - attracting increasing numbers of people into the community-building activities.
Countering hate speech against the friends in Iran
State-sponsored hate speech and disinformation against the Bahá'í community in Iran is on the rise. This article explains how the friends in Aotearoa can assist in combating the problem.
Celebrating the unifying virtues of Matariki
“…it behooveth you to be in close communion one with the other, at one both in body and soul, till ye match the Pleiades or a string of lustrous pearls.” - ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
Playing our part to befittingly honour ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
The National Spiritual Assembly sets out goals, spiritual aspirations and resources for the One Year Plan and the centenary of the Master’s passing.
ISGP invites all university students to join in
Registrations are open for the next seminars of the Institute for Studies in Global Prosperity in December.
Announcement of Auxiliary Board members for new term
The number of Auxiliary Board members for Aotearoa increases from six to seven for the next five year term.
Catching the beat of a new rhythm of life
Neighbours and families are learning to create a rhythm of life centred on spiritual wellbeing.
Race unity work brings Queen’s Birthday honour
Mrs Beverly (Bev) Watson has received recognition in this year’s Queen’s Birthday honours, primarily for her many years of service to the cause of race unity in her work for the Bahá’í Office of Public Affairs.
Aotearoa brings ‘immense joy’ to the Supreme Institution
The House of Justice hopes the spiritual energy generated by Convention will find expression in the endeavours of friends throughout Aotearoa.
Annual Report reviews a striking period of change
The Annual Report for 177 B.E. offers a sense of recent achievements as the triumphal conclusion of years of exertions, and of the rich possibilities that the next series of Plans portend.
Wairarapa cluster passes the second milestone of growth
Wairarapa’s passage past the second milestone is sure to be the first of many victories in the North Island during this year of special potency.
First ever two-stage election happens triumphantly
For the first time in this part of the world, a Local Spiritual Assembly was elected in two stages. This historic milestone was undertaken with dignity and joy.
South Island has two brand new Local Spiritual Assemblies
Two South Island communities forge ahead, leading to the establishment of new Local Spiritual Assemblies.
News from Convention
In an atmosphere of loving unity, with hearts ablaze with a sense of mission, and with joyful and productive engagement, the 64th National Convention of Aotearoa New Zealand took place over the three-day 2021 ANZAC weekend.
Sacred House of ‘Abbúd has been restored and strengthened
“That haven of immeasurable sanctity and immensely significant history for all peoples, the House of ‘Abbúd … has now been restored to a standard that aims at preserving the building in a befitting condition for centuries to come.”
Young adults invited to ISGP seminar in Australia
Graduates and young professionals are invited to reflect on “discourse and transformation” at Yerrinbool, near Sydney, this summer in the Institute for Studies in Global Prosperity graduate seminar.
Online space offers opportunity to study Books 7 and 8
The Regional Institute Board for the North Island is offering a “fitting way to honour the Beloved Master and Centre of the Covenant and deepen our love and understanding of what He achieved and set in motion.”