May Activities 2023
May second brings the twelve Days of Paradise (Ridván, pronounced: rez-vahn) to an end. On May 23-24, we will celebrate the Declaration by the Báb, Messenger of God and Herald of Bahá’u’lláh, of a new Revelation. On that day in 1844, the Báb told one person that God had begun a new cycle of religious revelation. Now millions of diverse Bahá’ís and their friends, in nearly every country, are growing communities that are expanding circles of unity.
The Declaration will be observed at the time it occurred--about two hours after sunset, on May 23. Details to be announced, please check the calendar.
..."the Báb was the symbolic gate between past ages of prophecy and a new age of fulfilment for humanity. His primary purpose was to awaken the people to the fact that a new period in human history had begun, one which would witness the unification of the entire human race and the emergence of a world civilization of spiritual and material prosperity. This great day would be established through the influence of a divinely inspired Educator, whom the Báb referred to as “He Whom God shall make manifest.” It was His own mission, the Báb declared, to herald the coming of this promised Manifestation of God. The Báb explained that the new Manifestation would usher in an age of peace and justice that was the hope of every longing heart and the promise of every religion. The Báb instructed His followers to spread this message throughout the country and to prepare people for this long-awaited day."
Read more at https://www.bahai.org/
Read more about the Declaration here and here.
Watch the 50-minute film Dawn of the Light. The film is about the Báb. Available in multiple languages.
Selected activities: (See more devotionals and updates)
Social: arts & games
Friday May 5, 7:00-10:00 pm. Bahá’í Center, 8720 N Ivanhoe St, Portland, OR 97203. Come and share your family-friendly talent - music, dance, visual art, poem, story...also feel free to bring a game or refreshment to share. Please contact secretariatpdx@gmail.com for more information, or call the Center at 503-289-6331. Please arrive healthy; masking is optional.
Online Devotions: Portland
Saturday May 13, 10:00-10:45 am. Please join us for devotions. For information, please call JoAnn 508-280-6472 or Jennifer 503-860-6197.
Online Dialog: Wilsonville
Saturday May 13, 10:00-11:00 am. Wilsonville friends invite you to this discussion.
To join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/2919881123?pwd=QkVQd3JPMDhLdGM2R1IwSi9GNEl1QT09
Meeting ID: 291 988 1123
Passcode: 1844
Introductory Dialog: Gladstone
Friday, May 26, 7:00 pm. You are invited to Gladstone’s monthly discussion; please consider joining us for some thoughtful conversation and fellowship. For more information, call Jack and Leslie at 503 803-8796 or Mary at 503 995-8959.
In-person Interfaith Devotions: Portland
Each Sunday, 10:00 am, Baha’i Center, 8720 N Ivanhoe St, Portland, OR 97203. Our program will begin at 10:30 a.m. and all are welcome to a time of spiritual fellowship! Please contact secretariatpdx@gmail.com for more information, or call the Center at 503-289-6331. Please arrive healthy; masking is optional. No donations accepted.
Online Interfaith Devotions: Portland
Each Sunday, 10:00-11:30 am. Hello friends! These readings have been selected from various religious traditions. Start your week off with inspiration from prayers, spiritual thoughts, and music. Log on as early as 10:00 a.m. for fellowship and getting settled.
Topic: Portland Sunday Devotions
Time: This is a recurring meeting
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88057843420?pwd=U1pIZ1BkUUNIMUpWTFA5ZTlKQXcyZz09
Meeting ID: 880 5784 3420 Passcode: 741280
For more information, please email sundaydevotionspdx@gmail.com
In-person Devotions: Beaverton Bahá’í Center
Each Sunday, 10:30 am, Bahá’í Center, 5355 SW Murray Blvd, Beaverton, OR 97005. There will be a period for open prayers and singing. Everyone of all ages is welcome. Bring your friends for a pleasant spiritual experience. Masks, social distancing, and vaccinations are recommended. As always at the Center there are no donations.
Phone: 503-601-9999 Trimet bus route # 62, stop ID #4062
Online Multi-Faith Devotions: Gladstone
Each Sunday, 11:00 a.m. You are cordially invited to share interfaith devotions, with a different theme each week. For the current meeting log-in or more information, please call Jack at 503 803-8796.
Online Devotions: Oak Grove
Each Thursday, 9:30-10:00 am. Spiritual fortification for the week - come on in! For more information please call Mark at 503-560-3842.
You are invited to watch these films:
An Expansive Prospect — looks at four places in the world, capturing the efforts of individuals, communities, and institutions as they strive together to release the society-building power of the Bahá'í Teachings in ever-greater measures.
Glimpses into the Spirit of Gender Equality — A central theme of the film is the Bahá’í principle of equality between women and men.
A Widening Embrace — building vibrant communities.
View the free webinar: Compassionate Era: Bahá’í Teachings on the Animal Kingdom
Contact your nearby Bahá’í friends
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