An inspiring summer school programme has been lined up for friends to engage in around the country, over four days, December 27-30. Here are the details.
All in Notices
Inviting creative gifts of love
Creative and artistic endeavours are being encouraged for the upcoming series of conferences.
Unit convention - "an opportunity for every responsible, conscientious believer"
Those friends who participate in the voting for delegates on Saturday 5 February 2022 will in effect be playing a role in the election of the Universal House of Justice.
Regional Councils begin their new term of service
Announcing the membership of the Regional Bahá’í Councils for this term, the National Spiritual Assembly “encourages every individual, community and cluster to offer wholehearted support to the vital work” done by these pivotal bodies.
Tanna House of Worship dedication will stream live
The friends in the Tanna cluster of Vanuatu inaugurate their House of Worship on 13 November. The occasion will be live-streamed — details are given in the article.
Holy Land soon opening for Pilgrimage and visits
A letter just received announces: “the House of Justice is happy to once again welcome pilgrims to the Holy Land starting from Monday, 17 January 2022.”
Friends forge ahead with centenary initiatives
With this year’s special centenary occasions to honour the beloved Master just weeks away now, the friends are creating resources and planning activities that will lead to a radiant commemoration of His legacy.
Building capacity to safeguard young people
This training course is intended to contribute to the development of the community as a whole and aims to raise consciousness about the challenges and opportunities which face young people in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Faithful observance of special days on our calendar
Important details are shared about observing the Twin Holy Birthdays, the Day of the Covenant and the Centenary Anniversary of the Master’s Ascension, all of which occur in the month of November.
‘Arising for the Master’ website launches
A website has been launched to support a surge of meaningful engagement by as many souls as possible in this centenary year.
News from the Deputy Trustees of Ḥuqúqu’lláh
The Deputy Trustees of Ḥuqúqu’lláh share information about tax receipts and Ḥuqúqu’lláh Representatives in New Zealand.
How we can help to defend the targets of hate
A panel discussion on 13 September will look at the situation of the Bahá’ís of Iran and how a climate of propaganda, disinformation, and hatred can be addressed effectively.
A calm and adaptable community perseveres
Under the current heightened pandemic alert level, the New Zealand Bahá’í community demonstrates a resolute sense of purpose.
Bahá’í World Centre continues to invite friends to serve
The World Centre of the Faith is supported by a flow of believers from a diversity of countries and occupations who arise selflessly to offer a period of service.
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.
Update regarding pilgrimage and visits to Holy Land
The Covid pandemic is still making pilgrimage to the Holy Land unfeasible, but there are encouraging signs that brief visits may soon be possible.
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.
Online site offers diverse collection of talks
Those who enjoy listening to talks on Bahá’í themes — including talks given at several summer schools — will find a fascinating collection on the “Deepening Talks NZ” website.
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.