On April 26, 2025, a special national broadcast from the 117th Annual Bahá’í National Convention invited viewers to reflect on the profound challenges and opportunities before America today. This special presentation featured inspiring messages and moving videos exploring vital themes such as: The oneness of humanity and the urgent need to eliminate racism America’s unique […]
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“My first counsel is this: possess a pure, kindly, and radiant heart... ”
“The best beloved of all things in My sight is Justice...”
“So powerful is the light of unity that it can illuminate the whole earth.”
“The family is not an isolated unit. Around it stands a wider network of relationships—grandparents, uncles and aunts, cousins, friends, neighbours—each of which can provide support, encouragement, and guidance, contributing to a spirit of unity and cooperation.” – Universal House of Justice, March 19, 2025 The American Bahá’í asked readers a simple question: name one […]
Deborah Walters is a holistic health practitioner and the author of “The Supreme Remedy: Reflections on applying natural healing arts to the Baha’i Fast.” The Baha’i Fast is a period of 19 days in March when Baha’is are called to abstain from food and drink during daytime hours. Walters says she was surprised to find […]
By Chris Carpenter A group of Midwestern teens and adults put their feet to the pedals to promote the oneness of humanity. In June, the Riders for Race Amity set out from Madison, Wisconsin, and biked more than 1,200 miles over 10 days. Montgomery, Alabama, marked the end of their ride, where they visited sites […]
Baha’is hosted an unprecedented global series of conferences, exploring the inherent oneness of humanity and a universal call to work for the betterment of the world.
As thousands of conferences encircling the globe are now coming to an end, people from all walks of life are seeing how consultations at these vibrant gatherings have harmonized different points of view in the pursuit of plans that apply spiritual principles to issues and challenges facing their societies.
Learn About the ConferencesThis national landmark in Wilmette, Illinois, is open to all regardless of background or belief for personal prayer, reflection and meditation.
Most Bahá’í community activities—prayer gatherings, study groups, activities for children and teens—are open to all and take place in homes and community centers across the United States.
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