Portland Baha'i Center

Portland Baha'i Center In 1992, the Bahá’ís of Portland purchased the historic
St. Johns Post Office for a local center. The community was established here in 1906.

Please also see the page Portland Metro Baha'i Community. This is the official site for the Portland Oregon Baha'i Center. On September 17, 1992, the Bahá’ís purchased the historic and beautiful St. John’s Post Office for a Center. Designed by local architect Francis Marion Stokes, the magnificent building was constructed in 1932. According to the retired St. John Postal Superintendent Bi

ll Oeschger, “when Mr. Newman, the government inspector, looked over his new post office back in ’33, he said it was the best-lighted, best-architected, best-built building he had seen anywhere in the region at that time.”

Currently the Bahá’í Center hosts a range of events for all ages: devotional gatherings, classes for adults, youth and children, and informational meetings. Bahá’u’lláh, a title which means Glory of God, spoke words inspired by the one God, creator of all that is. These Divine Words, revealed by Bahá’u’lláh, are the basis of the Bahá’í Faith. Now millions of Bahá’ís and their friends are striving to build unified families and communities in accordance with this new guidance from God for our age. The Bahá’í community welcomes all to join in systematic learning, putting into practice the related service activities, then reflecting on and adding to our knowledge in a continuing cycle of activity.

Online Interfaith Devotions: PortlandSun Sep 6 2026, 10:30am - 11:30am"Let us seek the song with the sweetest strains, s...
09/04/2026

Online Interfaith Devotions: Portland
Sun Sep 6 2026, 10:30am - 11:30am

"Let us seek the song with the sweetest strains, so that it may be taken up by the angels and carried to the supreme concourse. Let us hearken to the melody which will stir the world of humanity, so that the people may be transformed with joy. . ." `Abdu’l-Bahá

Numerous scientific and psychological studies have shown that music can lift our moods, combat depression, improve blood flow in ways similar to statins, lower levels of stress-related hormones such as cortisol, and ease pain. Music can improve the outcomes for patients after surgery.

On Sunday we will explore the healing power of music—both physical and spiritual healing through music and various scientific and religious thought on music in our world. Do you have a favorite piece of music? Join us for this time together, for prayers, music and fellowship. The Zoom link is below.
Sincerely, your host, Karen🎶

Karen Zahle Thomas - Portland, OR is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Portland’s Virtual Sunday Devotions

Time: Sep 6, 2026 10:30 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88661749380?pwd=CxlJhK2rg4BBDE1Ak0auUCDqE8ajBT.1
Meeting ID: 886 6174 9380
Passcode: 098751

[email protected]

Remember to check the website calendar for metro-area activities!
https://www.portlandbahai.org/activities

https://www.portlandbahai.org/news/a-conversation-with-rainn-wilson
09/02/2026

https://www.portlandbahai.org/news/a-conversation-with-rainn-wilson

Talk given by Mr. Rainn Wilson on August 8, 2026. “Rainn Wilson is an Emmy nominated and SAG award-winning actor best known for playing the inimitable "Dwight Schrute" for nine seasons on NBC's, THE OFFICE. His robust and diverse career includes television, movies, unscripted series, anim

09/02/2026
Interfaith Devotions: Portland Bahá’í CenterSun Aug 30 2026, 10:30am - 12:00pmBahá’í Center, 8720 N Ivanhoe St, Portland...
08/29/2026

Interfaith Devotions: Portland Bahá’í Center
Sun Aug 30 2026, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Bahá’í Center, 8720 N Ivanhoe St, Portland, OR 97203

"Give me to drink of the river that is life indeed, whose waters have streamed forth from the Paradise in which the throne of Thy Name, the All-Merciful, was established . . ." ~Bahá’u’lláh

Dear Friends,
The Portland Bahá’í Center will be open this Sunday for Devotions. If it’s been a while since you’ve had the opportunity to gather and pray together, come this Sunday! The theme for the Devotions is “Soul & Spirit,” and it will be accompanied by live music as we read scripture and offer prayers. Feel free to bring your favorite prayer to share. Light refreshments will be served. Take a break from your worries and join us for a refreshing start to your week. Our program will begin at 10:30 a.m., with doors opening at 10:00 a.m.
Sincerely,
Your host, Karen 🦋

Sunday Devotions at the Center have a new theme each week. Free children's classes and a Ruhi 3 study group happen from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. There are Ruhi 1 study groups on Sundays, one right after Sunday Devotions and the other starting at 2 pm.

All are welcome to a time of spiritual fellowship! Plan to join us for any or all events! Doors open at 10 am. Please arrive healthy; masking is optional. You are our guest, no donations accepted.

Please contact [email protected] for more information, or call the Center at 503-289-6331. For children's class information, contact [email protected].

Remember to check the website calendar for metro-area activities!
https://www.portlandbahai.org/activities

08/21/2026
This Sunday!
08/21/2026

This Sunday!

Dialog: Exploring Bahá’í Teachings
Sun Aug 23 2026, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Bahá’í Center, 8720 N Ivanhoe St, Portland, OR 97203

You are invited to spiritual conversations welcoming all perspectives in a search for the deeper truths that unite us.

Please contact [email protected] for more information or call the Center at 503-289-6331.

Remember to check the website calendar for metro-area activities!
https://www.portlandbahai.org/activities

08/20/2026

Online Interfaith Devotions: Portland
Sun Aug 23 2026, 10:30am - 11:30am

"I am one of Thy handmaidens, O my Lord! I have turned my face towards the sanctuary of Thy gracious favors and the adored tabernacle of Thy glory. Purify me of all that is not of Thee, and strengthen me to love Thee and to fulfill Thy pleasure, that I may delight myself in the contemplation of Thy beauty, and be rid of all attachment to any of Thy creatures, and may, at every moment, proclaim: “Magnified be God, the Lord of the worlds!” ~ Baha’u’llah

Dear Friends!
Our Sunday Devotions will look at religious thought and script regarding the power of a woman. There are many women in history that show that power. Let it be an inspiration for all of us today. Please join us on Zoom this Sunday. We open at 10:00 a.m. and our program will begin at 10:30 with a slide presentation, music, prayers and a time to reflect and pray together. Share this email with other. I hope to see you soon!
Sincerely,

Your host, Karen ❤️

Karen Zahle Thomas - Portland, OR is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Portland’s Virtual Sunday Devotions Time: Aug 23, 2026 10:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86263924543?pwd=w1zo5VMSrIUlB8nnCCfVdLjbnZLp0Z.1

Meeting ID: 862 6392 4543 Passcode: 584131

[email protected]

Remember to check the website calendar for metro-area activities!
https://www.portlandbahai.org/activities

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8720 N Ivanhoe Street
Portland, OR
97203

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10am - 12pm

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(503) 289-6331

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