Commemorations

Countdown to the International Day of Peace

glen — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 12:15:28 -0500

The U.S. Bahá'í U.N. Office encourages people to join thousands around the globe in preparing vigils and observations for the International Day of Peace on Sept. 21, less than 100 days away.

World Religion Day celebrates unity among diversity of faiths

shane — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 10:34:26 -0600

Baha’is are urged to “Consort with the followers of all religions in a spirit of friendliness and fellowship.” One way they do this is through the commemoration of World Religion Day.

Celebrated African-American parade of pride boasts Baha'i connections

shane — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 14:47:06 -0500

For the 78th year, the Bud Billiken Parade will step off at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, on Chicago's South Side.

Race Unity Day: Sunday, June 10

shane — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 15:27:14 -0500

Baha'u'llah, Founder of the Baha'i Faith, implored people to "Close your eyes to racial differences and welcome all with the light of oneness."

World Religion Day celebrations aim to bring us all closer

shane — Thu, 25 Jan 2007 18:12:57 -0600

Baha'i communities throughout the United States and elsewhere observed World Religion Day on Jan. 16 through a variety of activities.

Keeping the faith in King’s dream for America

shane — Wed, 17 Jan 2007 11:05:20 -0600

‘I have a dream that one day every valley shall be exalted, every hill and mountain shall be made low, the rough places will be made plain, and the crooked places will be made straight, and the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together.'
-- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr