Community Building Activities

Small efforts make big change

Our Core

Building Community from the Neighborhood Up

We believe lasting social change starts at the neighborhood level when we build relationships based on love and mutual respect. So, we start small by investing in our local communities — for the long term.

Bahá'ís often host informal "fireside" meetings in their homes for introductory conversations about the Bahá'í Faith. A fireside is a great setting for people of all backgrounds to ask questions and share thoughts.

All Ages
Activity One

Devotional Gatherings

Bring people of all backgrounds and beliefs together in prayer, song and meditation. They reflect the diverse cultural character of local communities and nurture the spiritual dimension of community life.

These gatherings are open to everyone — no prior knowledge of the Bahá'í Faith is required. They create a space where people can connect with the sacred in a warm, welcoming environment.

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Devotional Gathering
Children's Classes
Ages 5–11
Activity Two

Children's Classes

For a community's youngest and most precious treasures. They provide the early seeds of moral and spiritual education and introduce children to the richness of the world's sacred traditions.

Children from all backgrounds are welcome. The classes use art, music, stories and games to nurture children's characters and instil virtues such as kindness, honesty and unity.

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Ages 12–14
Activity Three

Junior Youth Groups

Motivate young people to explore complex issues, consult about neighborhood needs, plan and carry out acts of service and find positive ways to contribute to the betterment of their communities.

Junior youth groups develop the capacity for meaningful service and study materials that foster the power of expression, the ability to critically analyze society, and a commitment to the betterment of the world.

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Junior Youth
Study Circle
Ages 15+
Activity Four

Study Circles

Small groups that meet regularly, usually in the home of a group member, to study passages from the Bahá'í writings on the life of the spirit and how to translate spiritual insights into meaningful action.

These collaborative courses take participants through a series of materials exploring topics such as the spiritual foundations of a life of service, the nature of the human soul, and the art of accompaniment.

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All Are Welcome

There is no pressure to join or commit. Come and see for yourself.

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