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Month: October 2021

About the Baha'i Faith

What is Spirituality in the Bahá’í Faith?

October 14, 2021

The Bahá’í Scriptures throw tiers of light on the subject of spirituality. Insight into our life in this world can be gained by considering the few brief months of our life before our birth. When […]

Today’s Events

  • Monday Morning Devotions at 7:00 amMonday Morning DevotionsTime: 7:00 am - 8:00 am
    Please join us for non-denomational devotions on the garden patio on nice days, inside otherwise. 2441 First Ave. at First and Jefferson. Call or Text 907-617-5704 for more information

Upcoming Events

  • December 25, 2025
    • Thursday Evening Devotions at 5:30 pmThursday Evening DevotionsTime: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
      Everyone is welcome to join this non-denominational devotional. 2441 First Ave at First and Jefferson. Need more information? Call or text 907-617-5704
  • December 29, 2025
    • Monday Morning Devotions at 7:00 amMonday Morning DevotionsTime: 7:00 am - 8:00 am
      Please join us for non-denomational devotions on the garden patio on nice days, inside otherwise. 2441 First Ave. at First and Jefferson. Call or Text 907-617-5704 for more information

From the Bahá’í Writings

The foundations of the divine religions are one. If we investigate these foundations, we discover much ground for agreement, but if we consider the imitations of forms and ancestral beliefs, we find points of disagreement and division; for these imitations differ, while the sources and foundations are one and the same. That is to say, the fundamentals are conducive to unity, but imitations are the cause of disunion and dismemberment.

— Abdu’l-Baha

Bahá’í World News Service

BIC NEW YORK: UN General Assembly resolution highlights “cumulative” effects of Iran’s persecution of Bahá’ís

A resolution confirmed by the UN General Assembly condemns the “cumulative” impact of the Iranian government’s persecution of the Bahá’í community over the past 46 years.

“Weaving Paths”: New film reflects on FUNDAEC’s vision and work over 50 years

New film marks FUNDAEC’s 50th anniversary, reflecting on education grounded in the harmony of science and religion that enables communities to shape their own development

COP30: BIC highlights ethics, future generations, and shared responsibility

From high-level panels to a youth ‘mini-COP’, Bahá’í contributions at COP30 explore the role of ethics and of future generations in guiding climate decisions.

BIC New York: New Principal Representative of the Bahá’í International Community appointed

Rachel Bayani has been appointed as BIC’s new Principal Representative, following Bani Dugal who had been serving in this capacity since 2003.

BIC BRUSSELS: Historic European Parliament resolution champions Bahá’í rights in Iran and condemns persecutions

MEPs denounce Iran’s campaign against Bahá’ís as “persecution by design,” “a state-engineered crime against humanity,” and a “continuing pattern of tyranny.”

Insights from the Field: Uncovering early Bahá’í contributions to 19th century Iran—Part 2

In this second installment, Moojan Momen explores how Bahá’u’lláh’s teachings reshaped early Bahá’í community life in Iran and inspired new forms of collective action.

BIC: African-European interdependence examined in new BIC statement

BIC statement to African and European Heads of State and Government emphasizes implications of interdependence and expanding conceptions of progress and development.

BIC NEW YORK: United Nations resolution condemns Iran’s human rights record

UN resolution condemns Iran’s escalating persecution of Bahá’ís and religious minorities, citing arrests, property confiscation, and educational discrimination.

Second World Social Summit: BIC delegation highlights humanity’s interdependence in addressing inequality

BIC delegation to the Second World Summit for Social Development highlights the need to reimagine development through the lens of collective well-being.

Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Landscaping work advances as ‘Akká Visitors’ Centre completed

A new milestone has been reached with the completion of the ‘Akká Visitors’ Centre as landscaping surrounding the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá continues to advance.

Insights from the Field: Uncovering early Bahá’í contributions to 19th century Iran—Part 1

New two-part podcast explores the largely hidden history of significant Bahá’í contributions to education, governance, and social reform in 19th century Iran.

“Generosity was everywhere”: Amid devastation, communities found strength during the Los Angeles fires

As wildfires ravaged the Los Angeles area, bonds forged through service became lifelines, revealing the quiet strength of a purposeful community in a time of crisis.

BIC Brussels: Recognizing youth as vital participants in promoting racial harmony

Drawing on Bahá’í experiences, a workshop with the European Commission explores how recognizing youth as agents of change advances efforts of racial unity.

"Practitioners of Peace": European youth consider their role in society’s renewal

500 youth from 22 countries in Eastern Europe gathered in Bucharest to explore how to intensify their efforts to contribute to the betterment of their societies.

Kiribati: Rethinking authority in pursuit of a culture of equality

Conversations on equality highlight that meaningful social change begins in the home through consultation, mutual respect, and recognition of human nobility.

Australia: Family-led environmental initiatives foster belonging

Families in rural Queensland turn a streetside garden into a place for service and to support local biodiversity.

Unfolding developments and news

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  • Iran and Egypt: Human Rights update (Bahá’í World News Service)

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