The Baha’i Temple in Wilmette is CLOSED due to poor weather conditions.
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.”
A story shared from the Baha’is in the Seattle community: The idea for our youth nights in Seattle started three years ago when our community was coming out of the pandemic. I remember attending the first in person community-wide Feast and noticing that the junior youth/youth were not interacting with each other. It occurred to […]
“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 […]
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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Visit our events calendar for other opportunities to engage: meet Bahá’ís through a video chat, take an online course, or attend a conference or retreat center.
Whether you are exploring the Bahá'í Faith or looking to become an active member, there are various ways you can connect with our community.
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