Activities

Children Classes

Developing the moral capacities in our children is of fundamental importance, not only to their own future happiness, but to the service and advancement of our entire society.

Parents everywhere are looking for ways to give children this spiritual education, to lay the foundations for their children to have noble characters and fruitful lives.

“Among the greatest of all services that can possibly be rendered by man to Almighty God is the education and training of children…”
— `Abdu’l-Bahá

Spiritual and moral education

Providing spiritual education for children has long been an element of the culture of the Bahá’í community. In neighborhoods across the United States, Bahá’ís and their friends offer moral education classes that nurture the hearts and minds of children, complementing the education they receive at school.

Open to all

These classes are open to children of all backgrounds and are often run in collaboration with their families. Drawing on the teachings of the Bahá’í Faith, the classes aim to inspire in children a love for God and the Founders of all the great religions in the world.

The classes, both by studying sacred verses and talking through the questions that children face in their lives, help children apply spiritual principles – such as love, unity and justice – to their own lives, to their families and their friends.

All children are welcome to these classes, and no child participates without the approval of his or her parents. These classes include short lessons, activities to build social skills and friendships, games, stories that illustrate virtues like love, kindness, generosity, and art and music.

Junior Youth Spiritual Empowerment Program

The Bahá’í Junior Youth Spiritual Empowerment Program is an educational initiative designed for junior youth (typically aged 11 to 14 years old). The program aims to empower young individuals to develop their intellectual, moral, and spiritual capacities, fostering a sense of purpose and social responsibility.

The curriculum focuses on themes such as moral development, community building, and the exploration of one’s identity and purpose. Participants engage in discussions, activities, and service projects aimed at promoting personal growth and a sense of unity with their communities.

The Program is part of broader efforts within the Bahá’í community to contribute to the betterment of society by nurturing the moral and spiritual development of individuals, particularly during their formative years.

Devotionals

Devotional Gatherings with Writings from the World’s Great Religions.

Come Gather Together in the Spirit of Unity and Fellowship

Study Circles

Expanding Our Vision!

“Let your vision be world embracing.”

Learn together in study and service!

The Bahá’í Writings teach us that the purpose of life is to know and love God. A powerful way to do this is to study the Word of God and walk a path of service that helps build a better world.

In study circles, participants from all backgrounds gather in an encouraging environment to study spiritual subjects such as the power of prayer, the nature of the soul, life after death, and service to humanity. We believe that together we can learn to worship God, respect all people, and create a world we can pass on to our children with pride.

Join a study circle and discover a path of spiritual growth and service that is world embracing.