Spirit of Blackness: Black Joy and Spirituality
Black joy is a way of resting the body, mind, and spirit in response to the traumatic, devastating, and life-altering racialized experiences that Black people continue to encounter.
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Oneness Chat Series: Rainbows in the Clouds of Life
When we see a rainbow in the sky, it is an occasion to smile. How much more so are we affected positively when in the middle of our clouds of life, someone becomes our rainbow showing us there is still lovingkindness and compassion in the world? Please join us as we explore this topic.
Refresh and Gladden Retreat: With Special Acknowledgement to Mothers
Northern Virginia Baha'i Center 21415 Cardinal Glen Circle, Sterling, VA, United StatesJoin in a weekend of Prayer, Meditation, Music, Drumming, Study, and Reflection - as we prepare for the next leap forward in God's Plan on Earth.
$25.00
Fireside Chat Series with Dilsey M. Davis
Women and men are equal and always have been, but the expression of this spiritual truth has been suppressed in much the same ways as we have seen with the suppression of racial equality. During this conversation, we will discuss this core principle and examine how the continued suppression of women's rights by men is […]
Black & Indigenous Led Prayer Circle and Meditation
An uplifting devotional space created and led by Black and Indigenous individuals. The Baha’i Writings proclaim special spiritual designations for each of these unique populations. Through cultural meditative expressions in art and philosophy followed by a united prayer circle, join us in celebration of the vision of the oneness of mankind.
Spirit of Blackness: Environmental Justice
Environmental justice is a basic human right. It allows everyone to have a say over decisions that impact their lives. Without environmental justice, many people are made to become victims of the plans and ambitions of others. If you have not registered in the past as a person of African descent, please get in touch […]
Oneness Chat Series with Stephanie Terry and David Hoffman
"Racism is a profound deviation from the standard of true morality."
Fireside Chat Series with Nanabah Bulman
Join Nanabah as she highlights the vision: "There is a story unfolding. A story of humanity's progress through history, propelled by the teachings of Messengers of God, Messengers guiding humanity through its stages of development, and now to the dawn of its maturity." - vision of a horrific past fade in the brilliance of the […]
Fireside Chat Series with Dr. Geri Lynn Peak
This presentation will center on what we gain from listening to people of the African diaspora and Indigenous people as we leverage the power of the Baha'i Writings to encourage collective participation in the renewal of human society.
Spirit of Blackness: Finding Joy during Difficult Times
When people live in a world that devalues them because they are black or brown as well as dismisses their contributions to the larger society, Black Joy is and has been an effective tool that has allowed individuals and groups to shift the impact of negative narratives and events in their favor. Finding positive nourishment […]
Oneness Chat Series with Special Guest Ches Kanno
Ches Kanno has been a professional educator for the past twenty years, teaching internationally in China and Germany, but considers South Florida his base. His mixed Asian-Alabaman roots have also played a role in the creation of new models for the education of children for the new age in which humanity has now embarked.
5th Annual Pupil of the Eye Conference
ARISE POTE 2023 REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW! WE ARE BEYOND EXCITED FOR THIS YEAR'S 5TH ANNUAL PUPIL OF THE EYE (POTE) GATHERING FROM JUNE 15-19, 2023, WHICH IS JUST A FEW WEEKS AWAY OVER THE DAYS PRECEDING AND INCLUDING THE JUNETEENTH WEEKEND. THIS CONFERENCE IS CREATED EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE PUPIL OF THE EYE , THE […]