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Month: June 2017

About the Baha'i Faith

Excellent overview of the Bahá’i Faith on BBC

June 30, 2017

Recently, the BBC published an article with extensive excerpts from a BBC audio podcast containing an excellent overview of the Bahá’i Faith.  The BBC Podcast is the latest in the BBC World Service’s “Heart and […]

Today’s Events

  • Fasting DayFasting DayDuring the 19-day Fast, Baháʼís abstain from food and drink from sunrise to sunset.
  • Devotional Gathering at 7:30 pmDevotional GatheringTime: 7:30 pm
    Please join us for a devotional gathering on Sunday Evenings at 6pm to 6:40pm (in person). Everyone is welcome.
    For location or other information please leave a message at (425) 470-3599, or use the 'Contact us' form on this website

Upcoming Events

  • March 16, 2026
    • Fasting DayFasting DayDuring the 19-day Fast, Baháʼís abstain from food and drink from sunrise to sunset.
  • March 17, 2026
    • Fasting DayFasting DayDuring the 19-day Fast, Baháʼís abstain from food and drink from sunrise to sunset.
  • March 18, 2026
    • Fasting DayFasting DayDuring the 19-day Fast, Baháʼís abstain from food and drink from sunrise to sunset.
  • March 19, 2026
    • Devotional GatheringDevotional GatheringDevotional Meeting on Zoom
      Everyone is welcome! On the 2nd, 3rd & 4th Thursday of every month.
      For the zoom link, please call (425) 470-3599 or use the 'Contact Us' form on this website.
    • Fasting DayFasting DayDuring the 19-day Fast, Baháʼís abstain from food and drink from sunrise to sunset.
  • March 20, 2026
    • Fasting DayFasting DayDuring the 19-day Fast, Baháʼís abstain from food and drink from sunrise to sunset.
  • March 21, 2026
    • Bahá (Splendor)Bahá (Splendor)Baháʼí Month of Bahá (Splendor) begins.
    • Naw-RúzNaw-Rúz
  • March 22, 2026
    • Devotional Gathering at 7:30 pmDevotional GatheringTime: 7:30 pm
      Please join us for a devotional gathering on Sunday Evenings at 6pm to 6:40pm (in person). Everyone is welcome.
      For location or other information please leave a message at (425) 470-3599, or use the 'Contact us' form on this website

From the Bahá’í Writings

…if the religions investigate reality and seek the essential truth of their own foundations, they will agree and no difference will be found. But inasmuch as religions are submerged in dogmatic imitations, forsaking the original foundations, and as imitations differ widely, therefore, the religions are divergent and antagonistic. These imitations may be likened to clouds which obscure the sunrise; but reality is the sun. If the clouds disperse, the Sun of Reality shines upon all, and no difference of vision will exist. The religions will then agree, for fundamentally they are the same.

— Abdu’l-Baha

Bahá’í World News Service

In Conversation: Exploring how youth across the globe are finding coherence through lives of service

Four Counsellors from different regions discuss how Bahá’í educational programs are helping young people discover their identity and purpose through service to society.

Fostering hope and fellowship: Amid uncertainty, diverse communities find common ground at gathering during intercalary days

A gathering in ‘Akká on 25 February brought participants of diverse backgrounds together, offering hope and fellowship at a time of uncertainty.

Commission on the Status of Women: BIC statement calls for reconceptualizing justice

A far-reaching reconceptualization of justice is needed to bring about the kind of societies the world’s people aspire to build, says the BIC in a new statement.

BIC NEW YORK: BIC explores new patterns of collaboration among social actors at UN Commission

BIC explores collaboration among individuals, communities, and institutions as essential to social development at the 64th UN Commission for Social Development.

In Conversation: Podcast explores how youth in Canada are contributing to community life

This podcast episode explores how youth in Canada are learning to reorient their lives around service, discovering in the process a deeper sense of purpose.

Ecuador: Indigenous families foster hope through artistic expression

The Yuyay Project brings families together to weave Bahá'í principles into artistic expressions that resonate deeply with Kichwa cultural traditions.

BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE: Glenford E. Mitchell, 1935–2026

Glenford E. Mitchell, former member of the Universal House of Justice, passed away on 7 February 2026 in Decatur, Georgia, United States. He was 90 years old.

In Conversation: Contributions to social transformation in Kenya

This podcast episode explores how in Kenya, participation in Bahá’í moral and spiritual education is raising consciousness about individual and collective responsibility.

BIC NEW YORK: Institutions, communities, and individuals advancing the common good

A new statement to the UN Commission for Social Development reflects on how collaboration among institutions, communities, and individuals can strengthen social progress.

“Two Hundred Years of Hidden History”: Film explores Bahá’í contributions to Azerbaijani society

A new documentary traces the Bahá’í community’s journey in Azerbaijan, exploring a chapter of their country’s past deeply woven into its cultural fabric.

In Conversation: Fostering vibrant communities in the UK

In settings across the UK, young people are discovering that their desire to serve others can become a powerful force for building vibrant and united communities.

Brazil: National hearing examines efforts to address societal violence

Hearing in Brazil marked 40th anniversary of “The Promise of World Peace”, examines efforts to address societal violence.

Bahá’í World Centre: Counsellors’ return signals new phase in efforts for social transformation

With their consultations having concluded today, the Counsellors depart the Holy Land illumined by insights from the global efforts to contribute to social transformation

Bahá’í World Centre: Counsellors’ conference ends with reflection on spiritual renewal

After five days of consultation on efforts to contribute to social betterment, Counsellors concluded their conference in prayerful procession to the Shrine of Bahá’u’lláh

Bahá'í World Centre: Counsellors’ Conference opens

Over the coming days, Counsellors from around the world will consult on the advancement of the worldwide Bahá’í community, preparing for the years ahead.

2025: Year in Review

As 2025 comes to an end, the Bahá’í World News Service looks back at glimpses from efforts of the global Bahá’í community to foster a more harmonious world.

Unfolding developments and news

  • Videos from the 114 Youth Conferences
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  • Bahá’í World News Service
  • Persecution of Bahá’ís in Iran
  • Iran and Egypt: Human Rights update (Bahá’í World News Service)
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  • Eastside Bahá’í Center
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