Springfield MO Area Bahá'í Faith

Springfield MO Area Bahá'í Faith The principle of the oneness of humankind is the pivot around which all the teachings of Baha'u'llah revolve.

Baha'u'llah taught that humanity, after a long and turbulent adolescence, is at last reaching a stage of maturity in which unity in a global and just society finally can be established. To this end, the Baha'i Faith prescribes laws of personal morality and behavior, as well as social laws and principles, to establish the oneness of humanity. Baha'is believe:
•the purpose of life is to know and wor

ship God, to acquire virtues, to promote the oneness of humankind and to carry forward an ever-advancing civilization
•all humanity was created by one God and is part of one human race
•work performed in the spirit of service is a form of worship
•the soul, created at the moment of conception, is destined by God to reach the afterlife, where it will continue to progress until it attains the presence of God

Baha'is practice:
•daily prayer and communion with God
•high moral principles, including trustworthiness, chastity and honesty
•independent investigation of truth
•a life dedicated to the service of humanity
•fellowship with the followers of all religions
•avoidance of excessive materialism, partisan politics, backbiting, alcohol, drugs and gambling

06/18/2026
06/17/2026

This timely compilation follows a series of questions related to racial prejudice that draw on a number of sources for guidance, including selections from the Writings of Bahá'u’lláh, Abdu’l-Bahá, and Shoghi Effendi, and passages taken from authoritative guidance by and on behalf of the Universal House of Justice. Also included are excerpts from letters of the National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá'ís of the United States. An excellent resource for individuals and communities working to deepen their understanding on this important topic.

Available at: https://www.bahaibookstore.com/Toward-Oneness-and-Freedom-from-Racial-Prejudice-P10179.

06/14/2026

Race Amity Day is an invitation to reach across the barriers that too often separate us and to build friendships rooted in respect, understanding, and a recognition of our shared humanity.

As we seek to contribute to a more just and united society, each conversation across lines of race, culture, and background becomes part of a common endeavor—one that begins with seeing one another as members of one human family.

Read more at ACommonEndeavor.org.

06/13/2026

With the utmost friendliness and in a spirit of perfect fellowship take ye counsel together, and dedicate the precious days of your lives to the betterment of the world. - Baha'u'llah


(Gleanings From the Writings of Bahá’u’lláh)
https://reference.bahai.org/en/t/b/GWB/gwb-92.html

06/13/2026
06/13/2026

Discover 5 simple and effective ways to raise kind, altruistic children. A guide based on spiritual principles and concrete actions to nurture character and empathy.

06/13/2026
06/13/2026
06/13/2026

Our “Bridging Differences for Teens and Parents” video series brought together five families to learn skills for perspective taking, openness, and listening.

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