"The gift of God to this enlightened age is
the knowledge of the oneness of mankind
and of the fundamental oneness of religion.
War shall cease between nations,
and by the will of God the Most Great Peace shall come;
the world will be seen as a new world,
and all men will live as brothers.”
–‘Abdu’l-Baha
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Weaving a Rich Tapestry
Building vibrant communities
across racial and cultural divides
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A Rich Tapestry is a video storytelling series that expresses and illustrates how love is being translated into action to address questions of race and culture in the United States. This collection of video stories provides authentic examples of how individuals, communities and institutions are weaving together a rich tapestry of community life in neighborhoods across America.
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"Refresh and Gladden my Spirit," one installment in the Rich Tapestry video series, is the story of two women who come together through prayer to build a relationship based on service.
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Puppetry, plays put spiritual principles in front of kids
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Rory is a fuzzy little orange 5-year-old with blue hair who lives in a guitar case. He is vulnerable yet bold and curious about the world around him. Children love calling out with him as he exclaims, “My name is Rory. Raaauuur for Rory!”
“It’s sweet how much the children love him,” says Faye Dupras. “He gets lots of hugs at the end of each show when I bring him out for the children to meet up close.”
Rory is a puppet, as you likely guessed. He’s a star of Cozy Corner, an interactive multi-episode puppet and music project Dupras and a team of Baha’is and friends are developing and testing through staged productions.
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Ethel Henderson
Philadelphia
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Eighty-seven-year-old Ethel Henderson has been known by several nicknames in her Baha’i Community in Philadelphia. “Mother Ethel,” served on the elected Baha’i council, Philadelphia’s Local Spiritual Assembly, for 45 years. During those years, Ethel, who had a phenomenal memory for names and dates, was dubbed the “Memory of the Assembly.”
As for herself, Ethel says she prefers to be known simply as someone who encourages others to offer service to the Baha’i Faith.
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From
Brilliant Star
Magazine
For Kids:
For Parents and Teachers:
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"What Do You Say About Injustice or Racism?"
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"More Than Two Colors" by Andrea Hope
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"Firesides" Online and IRL
Informal gatherings for introductory conversations about the Baha'i Faith are called "Firesides." They are excellent opportunities for people to ask questions and learn about how the Faith’s teachings relate to contemporary life. You can take part in one of these discussions either online or in real life.
To find a Fireside near you call 800-22-UNITE (800)-228-6483) or
email
Register
for upcoming online Firesides, Monday, Feb. 25 or Mar. 11
8:00 pm Eastern; 7:00 pm Central; 5:00 pm Pacific.
Connect anytime
Do you have a particular question about the Baha
’
i Faith?
Let us know
if you'd like to talk with a Baha
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i, request free literature, or find Baha
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POPULAR
Online book discussions
NEW
"Some Answered
Que
stions"
by 'Abdu'l-Baha
Wednesdays at 7:00 pm CST
Starts Feb 27
Nicola Daniels will lead an interactive discussion based on the book,
"Some Answered Questions,"
which was originally published in 1908 and provides answers to questions posed to '
Abdu’l-Baha
about the Baha'i Faith. Topics include: Proofs and Arguments for the Existence of God; The Origin of the Universe and the Evolution of Man; Good and Evil; and Some Christian Topics. (Owning the book is not necessary for participation.)
Register
for this group. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information about how to join the Zoom meetings.
COMING SOON
"Baha'i Basics"
with author, Frances Worthington
Mondays at 10:00 am CST
Starts March 4
This introduction to the Bahá'í Faith covers the basic teachings, principles, and history of the Faith in an easy-to-use Q&A format. Join the author in an
interactive discussion using various chapters from
Baha'i Basics
, as a springboard for discussion. (Owning the book is not necessary for participation.)
Register
for this group. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information about how to join the Zoom meetings.
ONGOING
"The Book of Certitude" by Baha'u'llah
Tuesdays at 7:00 pm CST
In this book Baha'u'llah explains the continuity of revealed religion through the ages. He addresses themes that have always been central to religious life: the existence of God, the station of God's messengers, the nature of humanity, and the purpose of life. The Persian name of this book is the "Kitab-i-Iqan."
Register
for this group. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information about how to join the Zoom meetings.
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"Some Answered Questions" CD audiobook cover. Wednesdays, 7:00 pm CST. Discussions start on Feb 28.
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Weekly discussions of "Baha'i Basics" start on March 4th. Mondays, 11:00 am EST.
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Newcomers are welcome to join ongoing discussions of "The Book of Certitude." Tuesdays, 7:00 pm CST.
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National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of the United States
1233 Central Street, Evanston, IL 60201
enewsletter@bahai.us | www.bahai.us
800-22-UNITE (800-228-6483)
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