Topeka Baha'i Community

06/08/2026

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06/08/2026

The Anniversary of the Martyrdom of the Bab, a Baha'i Holy Day, will be observed on Friday, July 10, 2026. The Bab was the Prophet-Forerunner of the Baha'i Faith. He was executed by firing squad in 1850, part of almost two centuries of persecution of the Baha'i Faith and its followers in the Middle East, which continues to this day.

The basic beliefs and practices of the Baha’i Faith, which focus on service to the society through cooperative community building and fostering spiritual renewal.

05/20/2026

The Anniversary of the Ascension of Baha'u'llah is a Baha'i Holy Day that observes the passing of Baha'u'llah, the Manifestation of God, the Prophet-Founder of the Baha'i Faith. Observed annually on May 29.

The basic beliefs and practices of the Baha’i Faith, which focus on service to the society through cooperative community building and fostering spiritual renewal.

05/20/2026

The Anniversary of the Declaration of the Bab is a Baha'i Holy Day commemorating the Prophet-Herald of the Baha'i Faith announcing his Divine Message of the coming of the new Manifestation of God. Observed annually on May 22-23.

A new revelation begins to alter our human reality, upending the old ways and eventually creating entire civilizations and a revolution in spiritual values.

04/30/2026

"A Common Endeavor" is an inspiring statement by the National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of the United States in commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence:

Marking the 250th anniversary of the United States, this message from the Bahá’ís of the United States invites reflection, thoughtful conversation, and unity in challenging times, encouraging meaningful dialogue across communities.

04/24/2026

https://www.visittopeka.com/event/interfaith-of-topeka-film-festival-2026/29670/

This year we will feature three short films followed by refreshments and discussion. The films include: • Buddha, Enlightened One: The Historical Facts, by Peoples Profile Documentary, 1 hr. 5 mins. • Zoroastrianism; The ancient Faith that Shaped the Modern Religions, by Book of World History Do...

04/24/2026

Please attend the annual Interfaith of Topeka film festival, Sunday, April 26, 6:00 pm, Marvin Auditorium. This year the films will be about Buddha and Zoroaster:

The Interfaith of Topeka Film Festival runs 6 to 8:45 p.m. Sunday, April 26 at the Topeka & Shawnee Co. Public Library. It is free to attend.

03/26/2026

Dash Crofts, half of the Seals and Crofts singing duo hugely popular during the 1970s, has died from complications from heart surgery at age 87. Dash was the one who played mandolin and sang high harmony to Jimmy Seals who sang low harmony and played guitar. Seals and Crofts were Baha'is who included their faith in the inspiration to their songs, sometimes using direct quotes from Baha'i Scripture. Jimmy Seals died in 2022.

On Thursday, March 26, Seals & Crofts' producer Louie Shelton confirmed Dash Crofts' death in a Facebook post. He was 87.

03/26/2026

The Festival of Ridvan, twelve days starting April 21, 2026:

The basic beliefs and practices of the Baha’i Faith, which focus on service to the society through cooperative community building and fostering spiritual renewal.