Baha'is of the River Parishes Cluster

09/12/2026

The loudest voices do not always represent what lives in the hearts of the people around us.
Beyond the assumptions and divisions shaping public discourse, there may be far more goodwill, integrity, and sincere concern, even among those who disagree, than we realize. When we look beyond the most polarizing voices and listen more deeply to one another, we may discover a shared desire to overcome division and contribute to the common good.

Learn more at acommonendeavor.org

09/11/2026

A common field one day. A field of honor forever.

These words embody the story of the 40 lives forever honored. The sacred ground at Flight 93 National Memorial remains a place of remembrance, reflection, and honor for the 40 passengers and crew members who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11, 2001. Twenty-five years later, their courage and the stories of that day live on.

The public is invited to join the National Park Service to honor and remember the 40 heroes of Flight 93 on the 25th observance of September 11, 2001. A full day of programs, including a morning observance and an afternoon ceremony, will be held at the Memorial Plaza near the Wall of Names. Learn more at:

https://www.nps.gov/flni/planyourvisit/sept11observance.htm

09/10/2026

Words matter, but our actions are often what people remember. A small act of kindness, service, or courage can show others what we value more clearly than any explanation could.

Why do you think our actions often communicate more than our words do?

Read more: https://www.bahai.org/library/authoritative-texts/bahaullah/hidden-words/3 #305986377

09/09/2026

Be thou severed from this world, and reborn through the sweet scents of holiness that blow from the realm of the All-Highest. Be thou a summoner to love, and be thou kind to all the human race. Love thou the children of men and share in their sorrows. Be thou of those who foster peace. Offer thy friendship, be worthy of trust. Be thou a balm to every sore, be thou a medicine for every ill. Bind thou the souls together. –


(Selections from the Writings of ‘Abdu’l‑Bahá, p. 12)

09/05/2026

School is in session! How can we help kids develop a “growth mindset” and become lifelong learners? Here are some insights from educator and author Rick Ackerly. Talk to your kids about it too! Here are some more insights and fun activities they can try to boost their growth mindset: https://brilliantstarmagazine.org/articles/rileys-rainforest-grow-a-healthy-mindset

https://brilliantstarmagazine.org/parents-teachers/teaching-tools-techniques/empowering-educators/empathy-education-and-a-true-growth-mindset

09/05/2026

09/05/2026

Meditation is the key for opening the doors of mysteries. In that state man abstracts himself: in that state man withdraws himself from all outside objects; in that subjective mood he is immersed in the ocean of spiritual life and can unfold the secrets of things-in-themselves. To illustrate this, think of man as endowed with two kinds of sight; when the power of insight is being used the outward power of vision does not see. -

09/04/2026

Meet Coralie Franklin Cook, an outstanding advocate for racial justice and equality. She wrote to ‘Abdu’l-Bahá to share her concerns about race relations in the U.S. in 1914. She also called on her fellow Bahá’ís to take urgent action.
https://brilliantstarmagazine.org/articles/shining-lamp-coralie-franklin-cook-18611942

09/02/2026

How can spiritual teachings and practices help us overcome racism?

In a recent episode of the Bahá’í Books & Authors podcast, PJ Andrews and Selvi Adaikkalam Zabihi discuss Illumined by Oneness, a resource developed through a multiyear, multifaith dialogue on the role religion and faith communities can play in advancing racial justice.

The conversation explores how principles shared across religious traditions, including love, justice, interdependence, humility, and compassion, can support meaningful dialogue and inspire action.

Listen to the episode here - https://shows.acast.com/bahai-books-authors/episodes/6a317ae6780d0f7579bf2f43

or wherever you get your podcasts.