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Blessed is the Spot
A video of one of Baha'u'llah's prayers: "Blessed is the spot, and the house, and the place, and the city, and the heart, and the mountain, and the refuge, and the cave, and the valley, and the land, and the sea, and the island, and the meadow where mention of God hath been made, and His praise glorified."
Baha'i Basics, pt. 1
This video presentation describes the Baha'i Faith—a world religion whose purpose is to unite all the peoples of the world.
Life of Baha'u'llah
"...these fruitless strifes, these ruinous wars shall pass away, and the 'Most Great Peace' shall come..." ~ Baha'u'llah. Baha'u'llah, the Prophet-Founder of the Baha'i Faith, was born on November 12, 1817. This video describes His life and Teachings.
Interfaith Thanksgiving brings together people of all backgrounds
The theme of this year’s Interfaith Thanksgiving program was "A thankful heart has a continual feast." Sponsored by the Inter-Religious Action Network of Washington County (IAN), the program took place at the Latter Day Saints Stake Center (also called the Mormon Church) on Jackson School Road in Hillsboro, on the evening of November 22, 2009.
Two Frogs in Bowl of Cream: Chicago, IL
Several young professionals in Chicago have started C-YA ("See ya"), the Chicago Youth Animator program to reach out to middle school students in the South Chicago Hyde Park neighborhood.
Stronger than a Tornado: North Carolina
The young are reaching the younger - youth, college students and young adults are starting junior youth groups where middle-schoolers are learning to voice their concerns, make suggestions for improvement in their communities and take powerful action.
Universal Declaration of Human Rights - 61st Anniversary
This year marks the 61st Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The United Nations Association of the United States, Oregon Division invites you to celebrate at the Human Rights Day Event on Sunday, December 6, 2009.
Religions of the World Celebrated at Festival of Faith 2009
In a world filled with strife, sorrow and death, the Interfaith Council of Greater Portland is providing the spiritual celebration by bringing people together to experience joy, brotherhood and love at its fourth annual Festival of Faith.
Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
The Inter-Religious Action Network welcomes you to an Interfaith Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, November 22. Sponsored by a number of synagogues, churches and mosques in Washington County, this 11-year tradition brings together people of all faiths in a celebration of giving thanks.
Festival of Faith
On November 8, the Interfaith Council of Greater Portland will hold it's 4th annual Festival of Faith, with the theme "Beyond Tolerance—Celebrating Shared Values and Unique Gifts. Come join the festivities.