The Bahá'ís of Austin welcome you!
“Let your vision be world embracing…” — Bahá’u’lláh
Each Sunday starting at 10:30 AM join us for devotions, children's classes and a topical chat at the Austin Bahá'í Center. 2215 E.M. Franklin Ave.
Upcoming Sunday Topics:
March 24th "The Advent of the Báb: Bridging the past and the future." by Faris Badii
Abstract:
The Báb had two distinct stations. As an independent Manifestation of God, He abrogated an old order and as a herald and forerunner, He prepared the path for the coming of a more potent and mightier order to follow Him.
Referencing some details of His teachings and writings, we will explore this twofold mission of the Bab with specific reflection on the conditions of the time and culture of His time as related to His twin divine role.
March 31st "The Oneness of Mankind" by Ajit Giani
This discussion will explore what the central principle of the Bahá'í Faith.
Ajit Giani was the External Affairs Officer for the Bahá'í's of Houston, Texas, and Director at Interfaith Ministries and chair of the refugee task force for a number of years, now we have him in Austin and he refuses to provide me with a bio... those of you who know him know he takes some pleasure in these small acts of rebellion and defiance... he is now serving on the Interfaith (Iact) Board here in Austin and also serving as the external affairs officer here... he also spent extended periods of time serving in Israel at the Bahá'í World Center.
April 7th "My Christian Heritage" by Dale Fowler
Dale Fowler is a member of the Austin Bahá'ícommunity and has been an educator for many years. He was a high school English teacher, served as a high school assistant principal, and worked as a district administrator in Austin ISD. He currently works with career and technical education programs at the Texas Education Agency. Dale's interests include helping to create equity in education for historically under-served students and using education as a means to promote racial and social justice, and meaningful career outcomes for all students. He also works with the annual Louis Gregory Symposium on Race Unity.
April 14th - "The global teachings of Bahá'u'lláh and their impact on the future of humanity"
by Faris Badii
Faris has graciously agreed to do a coherent and cohesive set of presentations that will cover a broad range of Bahá'i topics, every third Sunday, for the next few months - thank you so much, Faris! Any of you that have had the pleasure of enjoying one of his firesides knows he is one of our ablest presenters, with and incredibly deep knowledge of the Bahá'i Faith that he shares with context, humor and insight.
“If the learned and worldly-wise men of this age were to allow mankind to inhale the fragrance of fellowship and love, every understanding heart would apprehend the meaning of true liberty, and discover the secret of undisturbed peace and absolute composure.”
– Bahá’u’lláh
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What We Do
Four ways to participate in the community with Baha'i's
Devotional Gatherings
Devotional meetings spring up naturally in a community where a conversation about the spiritual dimension of human existence is growing. In diverse settings, Bahá’ís and their friends and families unite with one another in prayer. There are no rituals; no one individual has any special role. Meetings consist largely of reading prayers and passages from the Bahá’í sacred texts in an informal yet respectful atmosphere. A spirit of communal worship is generated by these simple gatherings, and this spirit begins to permeate the community’s collective endeavours. If you are interested in a devotional gathering, click here to contact us.
Children's Classes
Bahá’ís see the young as the most precious treasure a community can possess. In them are the promise and guarantee of the future. Yet, in order for this promise to be realised, children need to receive spiritual nourishment. In a world where the joy and innocence of childhood can be so easily overwhelmed by the aggressive pursuit of materialistic ends, the moral and spiritual education of children assumes vital importance. Click here to find out about children's classes in your area.
Junior Youth Spiritual Empowerment Program
Baha’i communities all over the world love to create, sponsor and encourage grassroots, neighborhood- and school-based junior youth groups. Designed to help young adolescents between the ages of 11-15 develop into focused, happy and productive teenagers and young adults, junior youth groups teach the crucial moral, spiritual and ethical skills society often fails to transmit to this important age group. Click here to find out about Junior Youth activities in Austin.
Study Circles
To build a better world requires an ever-growing pool of people capable of contributing to the accomplishment of the myriad tasks at hand. Study Circles are designed to explore the Baha'i Writings in a way the develops knowledge, skills and insight that prepares us to serve our community. Click here to find study circles in your area.
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