Is world peace just a pipe dream? Baha’is believe that attaining a just, sustainable and peaceful world order is not just possible, but inevitable–the next stage in humanity’s collective social evolution. Humanity is facing unprecedented challenges that cannot be solved without a global outlook and unity of thought and purpose among peoples of all races, nations and ethnicities. Bahá’u’lláh wrote, “The well-being of mankind, its peace and security, are unattainable unless and until its unity is firmly established.”
We invite you to learn and worship with us as we strive …
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Attend or host regular devotional gatherings to infuse our neighborhoods and communities with a spiritual atmosphere.
Engage in small group study of the sacred scriptures and find inspiration and encouragement to apply these insights in concrete acts of service to the community.
The Baha’is on campus have a meeting planned for Sunday, Sept. 20th, at 10 a.m. to plan this years activities. If you are interested in attending this meeting or would like more information on Baha’i activities on campus please contact Richard Brown at richard-brown@u.northwestern.edu.
In the coming weeks we will list upcoming events and contact information. Make sure you check back in a couple weeks for updated information.
Currently, the Baha’i community of Evanston is offering courses focusing on transforming the individual and strengthening his or her relationship with God. The courses are outlined below:
Reflections on the Life of the Spirit
This course has touched the hearts of many from the most remote villages to the most populated cities! It is designed to enhance spiritual identity, offer skills in study of Sacred Texts, enrich prayer life and offer insights on the meaning of life and death. Participants learn that true life is the life of the spirit. Skills learned …
It took 10 years for Owen Hein to join the Baha’i Faith. Ten years to study it from every angle and conclude that, more than any other religion, it spoke to his passion – eliminating racial inequality.
“Baha’u’llah said, ‘Close your eyes to racial differences and welcome all with the light of oneness,’” Mr. Hein told those who gathered recently at Transitions Bookplace in Chicago to hear his account of becoming a Baha’i in 1992.
Mr. Hein’s personal campaign to end racial injustice began when he was 15 and his United Church …
Contact us if you’d like a guided visit to the Baha’i House of Worship in Wilmette. This stunning architectural jewel is primarily a place for private prayer and meditation, a place to renew and refresh the spirit, open to everyone from 6 am to 10 pm every day of the year. The Visitors Center and bookstore are open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
Visit bahaitemple.org for more information.
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