The American Bahá’í
Volume 17, Issue 4

State Department again censures persecutions in Iran

For the third year in a row, Iran’s continuing repression of its Baha’i minority has been cited by the U.S. State Department in its annual review of human rights practices around the world.

“The Bahda’{ religion is not recognized in Iran,”’ the report says, ‘‘and since the revolution (in 1979), the Baha’is, Iran’s largest non-Muslim minority, have suffered severe persecution, mainly government-directed and aimed at the religious leadership.

“Approximately 200 Baha’is have been executed or have died following torture’’ since 1979, the report says, including ‘‘at least six in 1985.””

Tests of Islamic knowledge and orthodoxy, according to the report, have been

dropped in recent years on the grounds that they conflict with a constitutional provision that ‘‘the interrogation of people regarding their beliefs is forbidden.

“This provision is ignored, however, in the treatment of members of the Baha’i faith.”

The State Department document, titled “Country Reports on Human Rights Practices for 1985,”’ cites confiscation of Baha’i properties, demolition of religious shrines, seizure of Baha’i-owned businesses, and denial of employment to Baha

“Much of the Baha’i religious leadership,” the report says, ‘‘has been arrested, as have many ordinary Baha’is.

“Charges are vague: ‘crimes against God,’ ‘corruption on earth,’ and ‘Zionism’ are among the most frequent,’’ but “the real reason for the arrests,’’ according to the report, ‘‘seems to be advocacy of Baha’ism.””

As of December 1985, some 767 Baha’is were reportedly in prison in Iran.

“While we are gratified that fewer Baha’is were executed in 1985 than in the previous four years,’’ says Dr. Firuz Kazemzadeh, vice-chairman of the National Spiritual Assembly, ‘we are deeply concerned that the Iranian Baha’i community may be destroyed by the Islamic fundamentalist regime.

“In fact, Iran’s actions against the Ba ha’is constitute no less than genocide, according to the definition of that crime set forth in the UN’s Genocide Convention.”’

That Convention was ratified February 19 by the U.S. Senate, 37 years after its adoption by the UN General Assembly (see article elsewhere on this page).

Noting the landmark vote last December by the UN General Assembly condemning Iran’s human rights practices, with specific reference to the Baha’is, Dr. Kazemzadeh expressed the hope that the UN Commission on Human Rights, now meeting in Geneva, Switzerland, would continue to press the Iranian government to respect the religious freedom and rights of that country’s 300,000 Baha’ is.

‘The real treasury of man is his knowledge. ’—Bahá’u’lláh

American Baha’i

Volume 17, No. 4

April 1986

Court verdict reflects Iranian view of Baha’is as ‘infidels’

More evidence of Iran’s persecution of Baha’is was uncovered in a recent translation of a court verdict in Tehran which held that a Muslim driver found guilty of manslaughter in the death of a Baha’i did not have to compensate the survivors because ‘‘the victim was a member of the misguided and misleading Baha’i community, and is considered an unprotected infidel.’”

Baha’is in the U.S. recently found guilty and sentenced to

PEACE CONFERENCE KEYNOTE IS VARIETY

Plans for the first Baha’i International Peace Conference, to be held August 28-31 in San Francis received the text of the Tehran court’s verdict in the manslaughter case.

Although the defendant was

Louhelen College has some openings

The Louhelen Residential College still has a few openings for the September 1986 session.

So far, applications have been received from students in Alaska, Alabama, New York, Washington state, Guatemala, West Africa and El Salvador.

The program promises to offer students a unique opportunity to live in a Baha’i environment while taking degree-earning courses at either a two-year or four-year college. While living at Louhelen, students will take a formal course in Baha’i studies and study skills classes in speed reading, test-taking, writing, time management and vocabulary development.

Prospective students should write for an application and/or further information to: Louhelen Residential College, 3208 S. State Road, Davison, MI 48423.

three months’ imprisonment ‘‘because of his negligence of traffic tules,’’ the court ruled that ‘‘the accused is relieved of any obligation (for compensatory damages to the survivors)’’ because the victim was a Baha’i.

The court further stated that “there is no explicit provision in Islamic law about damages and fines payable to unprotected infidels,”’ adding that its decision was consistent with the writings of the Ayatollah Khomeini.

Dr. Firuz Kazemzadeh, vicechairman of the National Spiritual Assembly, calling the court’s verdict ‘‘an ominous signal,’’ linked it to an earlier court decision in Iran that denied a widow life insurance benefits after her husband’s death because a contract with a ‘“‘heretic’’ was not valid and enforceable.

President Reagan has on several occasions appealed for an end to religious persecution of Iranian Baha

s. In his Human Rights Day message last December 10, Mr. Reagan criticized the Iranian gov’s ‘‘rampant religious per

ernment’s secution, especially against the Baha’is.””

co, California, call for an outstanding program for the entire family including plenary sessions with notable speakers, entertainers and multi-media presenta- 109 tions.

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year’s Convention will be an audio-visual production, ‘The Seven Year Plan in Review,”’ summarizing and characterizing the achievements of the U.S. Baha’i community during the past seven years.

On Friday evening, focused

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Senate ratifies UN’s Convention

After 37 years of debate, the U.S. Senate ratified by a vote of 83-11 on February 19 the United Nations International Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, also known as the Genocide Convention,

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mentioned the Convention in its statement ‘‘The Promise of World Peace,’’ saying that ‘‘all such measures, if courageously enforced and expanded, will advance the day when the specter of war will have lost its power to dominate international relations.””

headquarters, site of classes for older children, night owl sessions; 3. Sheraton-Palace Hotel; 4. Hyatt-Union Square; 5. Holiday Inn-Golden Gateway; 6. Cathedral Hill Hotel; 7. San Franciscan Hotel; 8. The Airporter-Downtown Terminal from San Francisco International Airport.

on Genocide

The Convention declares genocide an international crime and obliges signatory nations to punish those who commit genocide, which is defined as the deliberate and systematic destruction of a racial, political or cultural group.

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The highly successful Baha’i/ Marxist Dialogue, sponsored by the Association for Baha’i Studies and held January 24-26 at the Louhelen Baha’ School in Michigan, appears to have been an event of major significance for the Cause, having taken place during the auspicious opening month of the fourth epoch of the Formative Age of the Faith and at a time of

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First ‘Baha’i/Marxist Dialogue’ held

ever-accelerating emergence of the Baha’i community on the world stage.

The seminar provided a clear indication of the intellectual force of the Baha’i teachings and the respect they so readily command, even when perceived by those who operate within the confines of other views of reality.

Two of Canada’s leading Marxist scholars, Professors Colin Leys and Howard Buchbinder, partici This month’s article, an impression of the recent “‘Bahd’(/Marxist Dialogue”’ at the Louhelen Bahá’í School, was written by Gerald Filson, secretary of the International Baha’i Audio-Visual Committee, which operates out of the Bahá’í National Center in Canada.

pated in the dialogue. Both are much-published and highly respected.

Baha’is present ‘Promise of World Peace’ to government leaders throughout country

As Of the end of February, the National Spiritual Assembly had received almost 60 reports of presentations of the Universal House of Justice’s peace statement, ‘‘The Promise of World Peace,” to governors, senators and congressmen.

The reports from local Spiritual Assemblies contained many heartwarming stories of supportive comments and interested questions asked by the officials involved.

The Spiritual Assembly of Davenport, Iowa, presented U.S. Congressman Jim Leach with a “World Citizen Award’? along with the peace statement, and received a warm telegram from the Universal House of Justice:

“Delighted outstanding success presentation peace statement award Congressman Leach. Assure loving prayers abundant blessings may reward your dedicated efforts proclaim precious ‘Cause.””

Rep. Leach was singled out for the award because of his role in bringing Congressional attention to the persecution of Baha’is in Tran.

Letters from other local Spiritual Assemblies told of immediate and positive responses from officials in several areas of the country.

In Wisconsin, Governor Anthony Earl said he would lend his

“full support to your efforts in the promotion of these principles of peace, so we may take them from the local and state levels into the world arena.”’

Congresswoman Virginia Smith of Nebraska said that ‘“‘the emancipation of women as a prerequisite to peace (is) particularly significant,” and added, ‘how true it is that the primary challenge is to raise issues to the level of principle as distinct from mere pragmatism.””

Sen. Robert Stafford of Vermont related the peace statement to his support of the Peace Academy that will be opening to graduate students in the fall. He said he would make the faculty of the Academy aware of the document,

When a delegation from the Baha’i community of Los Angeles presented the statement to Congressman Augustus Hawkins, he asked many questions and more than doubled the time allotted for the presentation. He then said he would like to be kept up-to-date on Baha’i activities. |

Many communities also report extensive press coverage of theif presentations. |

In Texarkana, Texas, the local newspaper ran a lengthy article on the presentation to U.S. Rep. Jim Chapman including a 12-columninch picture of the event.

The congressman was quoted as

saying, ‘‘It is peace efforts like these that will help to bring about worldwide peace in the future.””

The delegation coordinated by the Spiritual Assembly of Durham, North Carolina, was doubly successful in its presentation February 14 to Congressman Jim Valentine.

Two Durham papers ran articles, one of which also published a 44-column-inch feature entitled “‘Baha’is Taking Root in Durham’’ on the front page of its sec‘ond section.

The presentations have also provided many opportunities for indirect teaching.

In Oakland, California, a group of Baha’is presented the peace statement to Congressman Pete Stark before a full house at a town meeting.

As he accepted ‘‘The Promise of World Peace,’’ Rep. Stark remarked on the Baha’is’ peaceful and non-violent beliefs.

In Idaho, Baha’is read the “Prayer for America’? as they presented the peace statement to Sen. Steven Symms at Idaho State University.

The presenter, Aziz Ghalili, told the senator, ‘Here we have white and black, Persian and American, men and women. We Baha’is do not just talk of peace; we are living it.””

When faced by a clearly-reasoned and well-articulated expression of the Baha’i teachings, both acknowledged in their various remarks their awareness of the intellectual challenge of the Baha’i claims, and of its views on such topics as the nature of human beings and society, the historical development and progress of the human race, the present world situation, and other issues.

Prof. Buchbinder presented a clear and straightforward summary of the Marxist position, and this was followed by an eloquent and revealing historical synopsis by Prof. Leys of the fortunes of the Marxist position.

An explanation of the Marxist view of the nature of human beings and society was given by a well-spoken graduate student, Laurie Adkin, one of Canada’s leading Marxist experts on Central American politics and an able feminist advocate, who replaced a suddenly ill Prof. Meg Luxton of York.

All of these presentations were generously appreciated by the Baha’i participants for their clarity and evident labor of preparation.

Each session began with a major presentation by a Marxist scholar with additional comments by the two other Marxists. The Baha’i position was then presented with comments, and a discussion followed.

The Baha’i view on the spiritual nature of the human being was presented by Prof. William Hatcher of Quebec’s Laval University, with additional comments by Counselor Farzam Arbab of Colombia’s FUNDEAC Rural University and Prof. Glen Eyford of the University of Alberta.

Dr. Arbab’s major presentation on social and economic development distinguished the Bahda’{ point of view from an approach which argues that the individual must be changed first in order to achieve social transformation, and the alternative view that so ciety must first be restructured if the individual is to change.

In another session, Dr. John Huddleston, budget director of the World Bank, outlined the administrative order of the Baha’i International Community, with additional comments on some of the practical and spiritual aspects of the Baha’i community by Dr. Eyford and Mrs. Sheila Banani.

The dialogue was conducted in a wonderful spirit of courtesy, humor and dignity under the extremely able chairmanship of Dr. Eyford.

The Marxist representatives, while not conceding their fundamentally different position, freely remarked about the beauty of the Bahd’{ vision, captured, for instance, in passages by the Guardian, and indicated their admiration for the atmosphere of intellectual search, freedom from dogma, and substantive discussion carried on in the Baha’i context.

They did not mask their puzzlement with the Baha’i view on several issues and were provoked enough to raise important questions which, although answered, will nonetheless give Baha’i scholars and the Association for Baha’i Studies important issues requiring further elaboration of the Baha’i point of view.

From beginning to end, the seminar moved on a high and spirited plane. In offering gratitude to the guests, Dr. Jane Faily, a member of the National Spiritual Assembly of Canada, drew attention to their essentially spiritual qualities which had attracted the love of the Baha’is during the brief weekend gathering.

The dialogue gave ample proof of the potency of the teachings of the Baha’i Faith, even when understood in secular terms.

It also galvanized the Baha’i participants to labor more diligently in the field of Baha’i schol See COMMENT page 26

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LETTERS

“The shining spark of truth cometh forth only after the clash of differing opinions.”’—‘Abdu’l-Bahá

The American Bahá’í welcomes letters to the editor on any topic of general interest. The purpose of the “‘letters”” column is to allow a free and open exchange of ideas and opinions, never to denigrate another’s opinion or to attack anyone on a personal level.

Letters should be as brief as possible (a maximum of 250 words is suggested). Letters are subject to editing for length and style. Please address all letters to the Editor, The American Bahá’í, Baha’i_ National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091.

To the Editor:

I would like to address the topic of meeting the budget and monthly Fund goals.

We can see from the charts that accompany the Feast letters that contributions rarely meet or exceed goals more than about three Baha’i months during the year. ‘That’s if we're lucky.

This has bothered me for a long time, possibly ever since I became a Baha’i 11 years ago.

Personally, I find it depressing and discouraging to have goals set so far over my head that I can’t meet them at least half the time.

I look at the goals charts and think, ‘‘What’s the use? What’s my little contribution going to do when we’re this far behind?” Others must feel this way too.

I’m not saying our sights should be so lowered that we meet our goals with ease every month. I am suggesting that when the National Assembly next considers a budget, they could perhaps take into account the two highest contribution amounts for the previous 19 Baha’i months and try to establish a budget somewhere between them.

I think we'd find that not only would more individuals, Groups and Assemblies participate, but the contribution level would go up as well if believers had a goal they felt was realistic and attainable. It would also add to their enthusiasm to see themselves winning more goals in this area.

I would like to know how others feel about this.

Kathryn M. Earle Absecon, New Jersey

To the Editor:

Several recent letters have stated that bringing about a large scale increase in the number of new Baha’is should not be our main focus as a community.

These letters suggest that it is not in our best interest, for vari‘ous reasons, to do so.

As part of the consultative process, we need to examine the guidance from the Universal House of Justice on this matter.

In its Ridvan 1984 message to the American Baha’i community, the House of Justice asserted that the soul-shaking events taking place in Iran ‘‘make even mo": urgent than ever the necessity of multiplying the size of your community,” and concluded by saying that “‘the progress of the Cause in your country undoubtedly depends on such expansion.”’

It is worth noting that ‘‘un doubtedly’” means beyond the shadow of a doubt; with certainty. If there were other ways to advance the progress of God’s Cause, the House of Justice would assuredly have advised us of them.

Since they have asserted that it is beyond the shadow of a doubt that the progress of the Cause depends on increasing the size of our Baha’i community, it is up to us to strive to be obedient to this guidance.

Recall that in the statement on world peace, the Supreme Body stressed the fundamental importance of the will to act in order to achieve that sacred goal. Similarly, we American Baha’ is are faced with the challenge of the will to act to increase the size of our community.

‘Abdu’ I-Baha said that the Messengers of God do not come to earth for the purpose of enlisting large numbers of people under Their banners. They come to heal the sicknesses of the world.

Baha’u’llah_ asserts: ‘‘That which the Lord hath ordained as the sovereign remedy and the mightiest instrument for the healing of all the world is the union of all its peoples in one universal Cause, one common Faith.’”

This is why we teach. It is God’s remedy. This is why we must strive to achieve a mighty increase in new believers and multiply the size of our community.

Any rationalizations or arguments on our part for other “more meaningful’’ activiti simply fall into the realm of ‘ fancies and vain imaginations’’ when compared to God’s remedy and the infallible guidance we have from the authorized Centers of our Faith.

On a down-to-earth, practical level, consider that we Baha’is teach the oneness of humanity, and claim to love all people. Yet there are vast numbers of people in this country whom we have not reached, and are not presently exerting any effort to reach.

If we don’t reach them with the love and teachings of Baha’u’llah, how can we care for them? How can we claim to be humanitarians? If we don’t open the doors of the Faith and welcome all these people—en masse—into our fold, how can we substantiate our claim to be lovers of all humanity?

It is an inconsistent set of priorities and values that allows us to voice our humanitarian concerns while simultaneously rationalizing not offering God’s promised Faith to countless yearning souls. Is it any wonder, then, that God’s House of Justice has said that it is “fundamental”’ for us to increase the size of our community?

We must act! For it is our will to act in increasing our numbers that may provide the impetus for the peoples of the world to act to bring peace to the world.

Richard Gurinsky Alamogordo, New Mexico

To the Editor:

Tam a member of a small community in a rather remote area. Needless to say, I enjoy the “‘let-ters’’ section a great deal.

The letters from Baha’is 1 am attuned to make me feel good, while the letters I dislike help me to grow by working harder on my own imperfections—like intolerance—which I am now trying to replace with prayer and love.

There are always letters to which I want to respond, but I am usually too busy.

However, David Khorram’s letter (November) put into words an idea that is long overdue. I wish to commend him and to add my voice to those asking for a page for new believers.

It has been about seven years, but I well remember thinking, “Okay, I’m a Baha’i. Now what do I do?’’ I was lucky, because after a few months a neighboring Baha’i community took me under its wing.

I would like to add a suggestion or two to Mr. Khorram’s idea:

1. On the front page, a highlighted box directing the new believers to their page.

2. On that page, a constant reminder that they can seek out Baha’is in other communities and/or other Baha’is in their own community—they can make the first (and second or third) move, which in most cases will be appreciated by those they contact.

Consolidation is so important, and I believe this would go a long way toward accomplishing it.

Beverly Cron Agua Dulce, California

To the Editor:

I have noticed in many publications from the States as well as other places that much has been written about ‘‘The Promise of World Peace.’”

It is indeed a weighty document, and it’s wonderful to see the friends deepening, thinking about and planning efforts to present the document to leaders of thought and the media.

I’ve noticed something else that I would like to bring to the attention of my fellow-Baha’is, and that is the way in which we refer to this document.

In our articles, we consistently refer to ‘The Promise of World Peace’ as the ‘‘peace statement’” or ‘‘peace message.’’ But this is more than just another message or statement; this is a promise by the infallible Supreme Institution of the Faith.

Of course, we know that even the Universal House of Justice has termed it a ‘‘message’’ or ‘‘statement.’’ You and J are looking for ways to shorten the title, but I would like to raise a red flag in our minds so that we don’t delude ourselves into thinking that this is simply a statement or message.

Maybe we could start thinking Peace Promise; at least it would solidify in our minds the reality of what is “‘The Promise of World Peace”!

Jan Huang Taipei, Taiwan

To the Editi

1 am writing because I am concerned about the fees we charge at Baha’i conferences.

At the recent Baha’i Youth Conference in Phoenix, Arizona (December 27-31), I paid $60 for my wife and me just to get into the conference room.

Considering that many people, including us, could stay for only a part of the conference, I think that soliciting people to pay $60 as an ‘‘admission fee’’ to a Baha’fsponsored conference is outrageous!

I know of many people in our community who wanted to go to the conference but could not afford it.

One family of two adults and two small children (ages 5 and 3) drove from Tucson to Phoenix to attend the Saturday afternoon and evening sessions. When told they

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would have to pay $100 for admission, they were forced to turn around and drive home; they didn’t have the money.

A Baha’i conference is one of the few places where the Baha’is have an opportunity to see old friends, meet Baha’is from other communities, and enjoy the spirit of seeing many Baha’is in one place.

It is unfortunate that attendance is limited to one group of people—those who can afford it.

I understand that the costs involved in holding a major conference are high. But there are many ways to raise money to cover the costs: asking for donations, holding fund-raising dinners, auctions, etc. A mandatory admission fee should not be one of them. There is a difference in the Faith between contributions and solicitation.

My intention is not to criticize the Youth Conference in Phoenix. Without any question, it was a success.

The purpose of this letter is rather to create an awareness that we could get an even better attendance at conferences if we were to make the registration fee volun tary. Vafa Aflatooni Tucson, Arizona To the Editor:

The Navajo-Hopi District Teaching Committee would like to invite those who are interested in pioneering to consider the Navajo and Hopi Reservations.

Many of our long-term pioneers have moved on to other things during the past year, and we need your help to keep some Assemblies functioning as well as to help form new ones.

This is one of the loveliest areas in the country. We’re close to the Rockies and the desert Southwest. There are many beautiful natural geological formations, ancient Indian ruins, mountains, canyonssomething for everyone who likes nature.

The climate is moderate with cold winters and warm summers. Most parts of the Reservations receive some snow in the winter, but it is generally light except in the

mountains.

Skiing, Phoenix, Albuquerque and Las Vegas are all a day’s drive away.

Teachers and nurses are needed here, as other other health professionals. Families may have better results with the teaching work in most areas, but single persons are certainly welcome.

Useful personal characteristics include tolerance, perseverance, respect for cultural differences, patience and friendliness (without being overbearing).

Anyone who is interested in foreign pioneering but doesn’t want to leave the country should contact the Navajo-Hopi District Teaching Committee, P.O. Box 2553, Window Rock, AZ 86515. We'll do what we can to help you find employment.

Louise Ingraham, secretary Window Rock, Arizona

To the Editor:

Every year at Christmas, we receive anguished letters from parents about Christmas festivities: “What shall we do? It’s so embarrassing. The children long to participate in the celebrations that permeate the schools, homes and shops.””

To a degree, we can appreciate and share the excitement, the songs, the trees, decorations, parties, gifts, etc. .

We can lovingly give small gifts to our relatives, neighbors and friends, and we can wish them a “merry Christmas.’”

If they should give us or our children small gifts, let us be grateful and express our gratitude. There is no need to be cold or indifferent or embarrassed. Yet many Baha’ is show these attitudes at Christmas time.

By showing loving appreciation of the Christmas traditions, we build bridges with our relatives, neighbors and friends. Every bridge is an open door and gives us the opportunity to show the Bahd’{ spirit of friendliness, neighborliness, warmth, sympathy, generosity, magnanimity and unity.

The same spirit of warmth and appreciation applies to Easter,

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CHAMPIONBUILDERS

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GRACE ROBARTS OBER

During the 1938 Baha’i National Convention, held in the House of Worship in Wilmette, Harlan Ober called his wife, Grace Robarts Ober, to the podium to speak about her teaching activities in Kentucky and Toronto, Canada.

In a voice filled with emotion, Mrs. Ober challenged her audience to enter the arena of service, issuing a resounding call for teachers to arise and carry the Message of Baha’u’llah to all parts of America.

As she finished she grasped the table with her left hand and, raising her right arm as high as she could in a gesture characteristic of victory or farewell, cried out in a triumphant voice, ‘‘Ya’Baha’u’lAbha!,”’ then sank into a chair on the platform.

As Mrs. Ober was being helped into another room, the friends in Foundation Hall began to pray on her behalf.

Shortly afterward, a member of the National Spiritual Assembly appeared, announced the ascension of her beloved spirit, and asked that everyone join in the Prayer for the Departed.

Ina letter from the Guardian to Mr. Ober a few weeks later came these words:

“The dramatic passing of your well-beloved wife has certainly served to deepen considerably in the friends the urge to consecrate themselves more firmly than ever to the service of the Cause.

“They might all well emulate the noble example which she has set before them throughout her rich career as a Baha’i and endeavor to follow in her footsteps and to strive to live up to the high standard of Bahd’{ service and conduct which she always maintained.””

During ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s stay in America in 1912, Grace Robarts had the honor of being chosen to obtain and prepare an apartment for His arrival.

She cared for His home as housekeeper and hostess while He and His secretaries, and those Persians who had the privilege of serving Him in various capacities, remained there.

She kept the home immaculate, always ready for the stream of guests from morning to night, Baha’is, inquirers, and souls in difficulty to whom ‘Abdu’l-Bahá was always a loving Father.

It was during one of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s visits to New York City that He suggested Grace’s marriage to Harlan Ober. These two

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Conference

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sions of peace along with presentations aimed specifically at youth and Persian believers.

A program for children ages 3-14 is planned to acquaint them with the peace statement and to engage them in discussions and other activities revolving around practical approaches to achieving world peace.

Late evening ‘‘night owl sessions” on Thursday and Friday will spotlight top entertainers from around the U.S.

A fully-stocked Baha’i bookstore will provide a full range of Baha’i literature, proclamation materials and conference keepsakes.

Convenient transportation includes a fleet of shuttle buses to serve all conference facilities.

Special rates have been arranged at six San Francisco hotels (see map). Workshops and other activities will take place in most of them, and each will have at least one hospitality suite at which to relax and receive the latest conference information.

Conference headquarters is the San Francisco Hilton and Towers, site of classes for older children and various other conference events including night owl sessions for youth. The hotel is one block from Union Square.

Rooms at the Hilton are $60/ night flat rate (main building) and $70/night flat rate (Tower rooms).

Other hotels:

Sheraton-Palace ($60/night flat rate); Cathedral Hill ($58/night flat. rate); Hyatt-Union Square ($90/night flat rate); Holiday InnGolden Gateway ($50/night flat

rate); San Franciscan ($50/night flat rate, regular room; $75/night flat rate, family suite).

All rates are for 1-4 persons per room and do not include meals.

Special rates have been negotiated at these hotels for your convenience; they have been chosen with comfort and value for the dollar in mind.

Parking: San Francisco Hilton and Towers, $5/night/guests (indoor self-park); Sheraton-Palace, $16/day in garage across the street; Cathedral Hill, free/guests (garage under hotel); Hyatt-Union

Square, $16/night (valet only); Holiday Inn, free/guests (indoor garage); San Franciscan, public lot within 1 block available.

Advance registration packets will include conference tials; folder; express check-in, admission to all plenary and workshop sessions, special workshops and night owl sessions; and admission for children to children’s and pre-youth conference activities.

During conference sessions, a cooperative nursery will be available for children ages three and under.

American, two other airlines set discount fares to Conference

Arrangements have been made with American, PSA and Alaska Airlines to offer special discount fares to those attending the Peace Conference in San Francisco.

American will offer a minimum discount of 45 per cent if flights are booked at least 14 days before departure, and 40 per cent if travel is booked within 14 days of departure.

PSA and Alaska will offer 25 per cent off full coach fare. Discounts apply only to travel within the continental U.S. and cover the period from August 21-September 7.

To reserve your flight, call American Airlines toll-free (between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. your local time) Monday through Friday, 1-800-4331790, and ask for Star File No. $61833.

American will handle reservations on PSA, Alaska Air and American Eagle, and will also handle reservations from cities they do not serve.

Tickets will be mailed to you by Association Travel Inc.

By booking through the above 800 number, you can get advance seating assignments and request special meals on American Airlines. Boarding passes on American flights will be mailed with your ticket(s).

Peace Conference to require hundreds of able volunteers

You have seen the dawn of a new day of understanding and unity with the release of ‘‘The Promise of World Peace’’ by the Universal House of Justice. Now come and participate in the glory of the sunrise as the first Baha’i International Peace Conference gears up to radiate the light of this divine remedy across the face of the earth and into the hearts of all mankind.

The conference runs from Thursday, August 28, through Sunday, August 31; Monday, September 1, is set aside for sightseeing and departure. The Volunteer Coordination Task Force has been formed to recruit and supply volunteers for the organizers of the conference. We will need many volunteers, literally hundreds (100 for the children’s conference alone). Below is a questionnaire for your consideration should you decide to take the plunge. This is a fantastic opportunity to become involved in the dissemination of the peace message to mankind.

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION PROFILE Name Street address City, State, Zip Phone (daytime) (evening) Baha’i 1.D. number (if you are a Baha’i)

Please circle your area of interest and ability:

Graphic arts; music; audio-visual equipment; clerical; carpentry; children’s activities; children’s teacher; medical (first aid/CPR); electrical equipment; usher; public relations; messenger; driver; babysitter; chanting prayers/songs; registration; reception; other SPECI) Ss ea a ei ap ee ee a

What are your foreign language skills? (list/level) Fluent/fair (circle) interpreter of: Fluent/fair translator of: pi at

When are you available? During/after/before conference? For limited periods during? ae

Can you provide transportation in the area? Can you provide scholarship funds? Can you provide housing? For how many?

Do you request housing? For how many?

If you wish, you may indicate your ethnic background:

Please return this form to: VOLUNTEERS FOR PEACE, P.O. Box 243, El Cerrito, CA 94530.

Gramm-Rudman passage leads to cutbacks in aid for refugees

The Refugee Program Office at the Baha’i National Center has recently learned that the U.S. government’s programs for refugees have been cut back as a result of the passage of the GrammRudman bill.

Henceforth, refugees will be eligible for federal assistance programs for 31 months after arrival, not 36 months as was previously the case. Additional Refugee Act legislation now pending would further reduce the figure from 31 to 18 months, if passed.

All refugees arriving in this country are entitled to the Refugee Cash and Medical Assistance Program, which also qualifies the refugees for health insurance. The specific services provided by these programs vary from state to state.

For more information and specific details on how the cuts will affect your state, contact the state and federal Offices of Refugee Settlement in the capital of the state where you reside.

Genocide

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The Convention, adopted by the UN General Assembly in December 1948, had been ratified by 96 nations but until this year remained blocked in the Senate.

Last year the National Spiritual Assembly began collaborating with Amnesty International and the American Bar Association to urge U.S. senators to vote for ratification of the treaty.

In November, the National Assembly asked individual Baha’is in 16 states to contact senators who had expressed reservations about ratifying the Convention.

During the subsequent debate on the Senate floor, two senators cited the persecution of Baha’is in Iran as a contemporary example of genocide.

“Just in our days,” said Sen. Christopher Dodd of Connecticut, “in the medieval darkness of Iran, the gentle and peaceful people belonging to the Baha’i faith are subject to a deliberate attempt to eradicate their group from existence.”

Sen. John Heinz of Pennsylvania called the persecution of Iran’s Baha’i community ‘‘the very heart of tyranny—a caltn, reasoned, even routine process carried out in accordance with the law that results in the systematic persecution of a group deemed ‘unprotected’ by basic standards of human rights.’’

Many of his colleagues praised Sen. William Proxmire of Wisconsin for his passionate support of the Convention. The senator had urged its support in almost every regular Senate session since 1967.

Several Jewish groups also expressed their appreciation. Elie Wiesel, chairman of the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council, said the Senate’s action ‘‘signals to the world how committed the people of the United States are to human rights ...

“T know a law on genocide will not stop future attempts to commit genocide,”’ Mr. Wiesel said. “But at least we as a moral nation, whose memories are alive, have made this statement: we are against genocide.’’

Dr. Firuz Kazemzadeh, vicechairman of the National Spiritual Assembly, said, ‘The Baha’is feel that the endorsement of the principle of governmental response for acts intended to destroy ethnic or religious minorities has incalculable symbolic value.

“Tt is symbolic acts that gradually create the climate of opinion in which certain concrete deeds become impossible.’’

National Archives seeks state, district voting lists from ’52-67

The National Baha’i Archives is seeking state and district voting lists used in State and District Conventions from 1952-67.

Anyone having such lists that they could donate is asked to contact the National Baha’i Archives, Baha’i National Center, Wilmette, TL 60091.

It is not the quantity, but the spirit National Baha’i Fund Wilmette, IL 60091

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FINAL REPORT—TWO-YEAR OVERVIEW

STARTING BLOCK (Kamal, Asma, Izzat 140 B.E.) (August 1-September 6, 1983)

District Name

Membership Number (12/9/83) giving __

Percentage participation

ENDING BLOCK (Qawl, Masa’il, Sharaf 142 B.E.) (November 4-December 31, 1985)

Membership Number Percentage (2/11/86) giving participation

Percent change

Alabama N

Alabama S/Florida NW Arizona N Arizona S Arkansas California C No. California C No. California N No. California N No. California S No. California S No. California S No. 3 California S No. 4 Colorado NE Colorado SE

Colorado W Connecticut

DelMarVa

Florida C

Florida N

Florida SE

Florida SW

Georgia NE

Georgia NW

Georgia S

Idaho N/Washington E Idaho S

inois N No. 1

inois N No. 2 Mlinois S

Indiana

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Kansas

Kentucky

Louisiana N

Louisiana S

Maine

Maryland W/D.C. Massachusetts Michigan Mainland Minnesota N

0S at Greets

Montana Navajo/Hopi Nebraska

Nevada N

Nevada S

New Hampshire

New Jersey

New Mexico N

New Mexico S/Texas W New York E

New York W

North Carolina C North Carolina E North Carolina W North Dakowa

Ohio N

Ohio S

Oklahoma E Oklahoma W

Oregon E

Oregon W Pennsylvania E Pennsylvania W

Rhode Island

South Carolina C South Carolina E No. | South Carolina E No. 2 South Carolina N South Carolina $ No. 1 South Carolina S No. 2 South Carolina W South Dakota Tennessee E

Tennessee W

Texas C No. 1

Texas C No. 2

Texas E No. |

Texas E No. 2

Texas N

Texas S

Utah

Vermont

Virginia SW Washington NW Washington SW West Virginia

Wis. N/Peninsular Mich.

Wisconsin S Wyoming

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lowa, Maine finish 1-2 as VIE Campaign ends on high note of triumph

a THE FUNDS

The VIE Campaign has ended in a smashing victory with notable gains in Fund participation made by nearly every district in the country during the two-year ef ‘ort.

The final VIE report appears in this issue. It compares the 1983 “starting block” (average of each district’s participation percentage over the first three months of the campaign) with the December 1985 ‘ending block’”’ (average of each district’s participation percentage over the last three months).

Heading the list throughout the campaign were Iowa, Northern Minnesota, and Maine. The friends in these districts took special ‘delight in challenging each other in their effort to support the National Fund.

The 50 per cent barrier was toppled in January 1985 when Northern Minnesota achieved 51.6 per cent participation during the month of Sharaf.

Enthused and challenged by that accomplishment, Edith Elmore, a National Treasurer’s Representative from Iowa, wrote, “Nothing seems impossible now that Northern Minnesota has broken the 50 per cent barrier.””

The friends in Iowa concurred, reaching their own all-time high of 77 per cent individual participation only two months later, during

‘Ala.

Montana and Southern Nevada also rose to the challenge, and each achieved a district participation record of more than 50 per cent. Montana peaked at 57.2 per cent participation for the month of ‘Ald, while the month of ‘Azamat found Southern Nevada at 58.1 per cent.

Not to be outdone by any district, the friends in Northern Minnesota compiled the all-time high of 78.2 per cent participation, barely topping Iowa’s accomplishment.

Local communities across the country came up with their own variations based on Baha’u’llah’s exhortation to ‘Vie ye with each other in the service of God and of His Cat

Children were especially attracted to the concept of vying within their communities. Genay Snyder, an NTR from Kansas, reports the outcome of her community’s local Fund project: “We have a VIE Campaign going on between the children and adults. The children win every time!””

Even though the VIE Campaign itself has come to a close, the spirit of “‘VIE”’ lives on.

We are indebted to the Hand of the Cause of God William Sears for challenging us through his humorous acronyms and steadfast encouragement to become regular contributors to the National Fund.

This campaign was truly a “Victorious Individual Enterprise.’”

Winners’ Circle

Based on reports from February 1984 to March 1986)

Highest percentage participation 1. lowa 2. Maine 3. Minnesota Northern 4. Pennsylvania Western 5. Wisconsin Southern 6. Tennessee Eastern 7. Vermont 8. Minnesota Southern 9. Nebraska 10. Georgia Northeast 11. Nevada Southern 12. Wisconsin N/Michigan Upper 13. New Hampshire 14. Pennsylvania Eastern 15. Louisiana Northern 16. Idaho Southern 17. Kansas 18. Idaho N/Washington E 19. Ohio Northern

Most improved participation 1. Oregon Eastern

2. Maine

3. Nevada Southern

4. South Carolina East No. 1 5. Texas Central No. 2

6. New Mexico S/Texas W 7. Navajo/Hopi

f South Carolina Central

9. New Mexico Northern

10. Texas Northern 11. Texas Southern 12. South Carolina Western 13. Vermont 14. Kansas

15. Idaho Southern

16. Minnesota Southern

17. Florida Central

18. Texas Central No. 1 19. Georgia Southern

‘Landmark’ gains in contributions nudge National Fund closer to $8.7-million goal

Landmark gains in contributions to the National Baha’i Fund are edging us ever closer to our $8.7-million annual goal.

Throughout the year we have experienced a surge in contributions as the American Baha’i community arose to the call for unified action.

New contribution records have been established for each of the past 16 Baha’i months. In one of those months (Qawl), contributions soared 75 per cent above the same month a year ago.

What’s more, five other Baha’i months have had contribution

levels of more than 25 per cent above last year.

Currently, the year-to-date contributions are 19 per cent above 1984-85. As of this writing (March 5), responses to the challenge by the Hand of the Cause of God William Sears for 20,000 individual contributions during the final month of the Baha’i year (March 2-21) are beginning to flood the Treasurer’s Office. A strong response seems assured.

This year, more Baha’is than ever before have tasted the “sweetness” of giving to the Na See FUNDS page 30 [Page 6]6 / The American Baha’i / April 1986

Some questions, answers about pioneering

FRANCES FOSS GRIFFITH

Frances Foss Griffith, pioneer to St. Maarten for 20 years, dies

Frances Foss Griffith, a pioneer for 20 years to the island of St. Maarten, Dutch West Indies, died at her post in February.

Her pioneering efforts began in

1965 when she attended a Pioneer Training Institute at the Louhelen Baha’i School in Davison, Michigan. Her strong desire to teach the Faith led her to take a two-week teaching trip to many Caribbean islands. After spending only one day on St. Maarten, she knew it would soon be her home for the rest of her life.

She returned to the States only for as long as it took to prepare for the pioneering venture, which began with her arrival on St. Maarten on September 29, 1966.

Despite financial difficulties and other tremendous tests, she was determined to remain a pioneer. At first, most of her Baha’i teaching was in the form of lending or giving books to interested

PIONEERING

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What is pioneering?

Quite simply, pioneering is leaving one’s home to serve the Faith in another place where Baha’is are needed. The Universal House of Justice and the National Spiritual Assembly identify these places and establish priorities among them.

The International Goals Committee is responsible for aiding and routing U.S. pioneers to overseas goals, while the National Teaching Committee oversees the task within the continental U.S.

You may move only a few blocks to build or restore a neighboring Assembly. You may go to a homefront goal in another state, or you may undertake that “prince of all goodly deeds’’ and be off to another country, another continent, or a small island half a world away.

Pioneering is a personal act, the act of an individual believer, and ‘one that is undertaken in response to the present needs of the world community of Baha’u’llah. It is important that a Baha’i who is planning to move consult with the appropriate committee so that his move can serve both his personal needs and those of the Divine Plan.

Should I pioneer?

The initial decision is a private one, between the believer and God. Sometimes the decision is “no’’ or “not yet.’’ Personal circumstances, a strong sense of direction to some other form of service may cause a temporary or permanent ‘‘No, it’s not for me.””

However, the Manifestation of God Himself, our great Exemplar, our beloved Guardian, our divinely-guided Universal House of Jus

nally, teaching with redoubled effort wherever a Bahd’{ may reside.”’ (From a letter written on behalf of Shoghi Effendi to an individual believer, August 22, 1954; in Lights of Guidance, pp. 439-440)

Why is overseas pioneering given so much importance in the Baha’i Faith?

It is a staggering and exhilarating thought that the Baha’i Faith has spread in only 140 years to almost every corner of the globe without even one Baha’i minister, clergyman or salaried missionary.

How did it spread? Through the work of pioneers and traveling teachers—the ordinary believers.

There is still an overwhelming need for pioneers to help with the teaching and consolidation work that has resulted in 148 National Spiritual Assemblies.

The U.S. was given 108 overseas goals during the third phase of the Seven Year Plan (April 1984-April 1986), which, for the most part, have been filled. Almost 1,900 posts received U.S. pioneers during the Seven Year Plan (April 1979-April 1986), and the need will continue during the Six Year Plan.

Many other countries need pioneers even though they are not included in the official list.

Is there a particular type of training that is of the most value 10 @ prospective pioneer? What if I’m trained for all the wrong things?

It is true that some trades and professions are more suited to overseas employment than others, but there are no “‘wrong”’ kinds of training. Don’t disqualify yourself—contact the International Goals Committee for advice.

Under what circumstances would the International Goals Committee discourage me from

overseas pioneering?

Pioneering is a task enjoined on all Baha’is—it is not a matter of qualifying for it. Anyone can move to any other country he wishes if he is financially able to do so.

A believer who desires to move from one country to another is not obliged to consult with the International Goals Committee in advance. However, it makes the move much easier for him if the administrative processes set out by the Universal House of Justice are followed and his arrival in a new country is anticipated by the Baha’i community there.

While keeping in mind the principle that anyone can pioneer if he so chooses, the IGC also tries to guide the process of pioneer movement with wisdom and a concern for both the receiving community and the pioneer.

Those who have a recent history of difficulty adhering to Baha’i law, or emotional troubles, or marital problems (including a year of patience) would be advised to refrain from making a pioneer move until the difficulties have been resolved, both as a protection for the receiving country and for themselves.

What are the duties of a pioneer?

“*... A pioneer has no specific duties different from those of any other believer, indeed a pioneer becomes a member of the community in which he settles. There is, however, a growth of responsibility, one could say, commensurate with the degree of prominence that a believer attains.

“Thus when a pioneer goes to an area where there are no other Baha’is, he becomes the representative of the Faith in the eyes of the people of that area. They will judge not only him, but also the Faith itself, by the way he acts.

“The same is true to some ex tent of the first person to accept the Faith in an area. Similarly, if a pioneer settles in a community of new believers, they will tend to look to him and will be influenced by his example and by his words.

“The more a believer’s actions reflect upon the good name of the Faith, the greater should be his willingness to sacrifice his own interests for the sake of the Cause of God.”’ (Quoted in a letter written by the Secretariat on behalf of the Universal House of Justice to the National Assembly of Finland, October 20, 1982)

Would I be a pioneer if I went to a country other than the ones identified as assigned goals?

In many instances, yes. If you receive a job offer in a country other than those assigned as goal areas, please consult with the International Goals Committee before refusing such an offer.

Many times, Americans fill goals assigned to other countries, and the rest of the Baha’i world does the same for us. (However, moves to Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Canada, Hawaii or Alaska are not considered as pioneering because these National Assemblies, like the U.S., are suppliers of pioneers.)

Baha’i items placed in time capsule in Plainfield, New Jersey

As a part of its Centennial Year celebration, the city of North Plainfield, New Jersey, placed a time capsule in the ground last December 31. The capsule is to be opened in 50 years.

Among the items in the capsule are a Baha’i prayer book and a copy of the peace statement, “‘The Promise of World Peace.”

Two Baha’is, Patricia Rosser and Albert Weiss, were members of the Centennial Committee.

People, She also madea few trips ice ‘the Hands of the Cause of to various islands in the Carib- God, Bid Sie Nadal Spiritual SUMMER TEACHING PROJECTS FOR YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS a _ Assembly have so emphasized this She, siruagled De puppony Net secvice tiatmioiBahs’{ishiGald fail COUNTRIES DATES LANGUAGES ACTIVITIES am Rely DE 20 a SD to ask himself, “Should I pio- Finland July 3, 1-3 weeks English Teaching, consolidation. Soe ERTS eRANOINE: ear?” including summer (translation Public meetings on peace paar ayia pane net oP! Which has priority, homefront school July 11-18, 1986 provided) statement. Accommodations It was not until 1986 that her ef- 97 international pioneering? _ Pee forts were rewarded, with many _ The priority for Baha’ service Ireland July 3 English Ability to speak at firesides. people declaring their faith in raid identified in this state- One month; summer Musical talent or audio-visual ha’u’ lah. 3 | i i vata catiity” Wad unceasing. __ ““The Guardian has pointed out pence sr ae Ee eee During the evening of her life she that the most important service me : f was planning a teaching trip that | anyone can render the Faith today Italy July 3-open Italian, To increase zeal and vitality would have taken her around the _ is to teach the Cause of God. English of local youth. Wherever ori “The degree of importance of possible, accommodations and areas of service is first, pioneering food provided. ii irgi f the Crusade, a i i i OPEN GOALS second, ploneaiiig id ehetenthe || Spain July 3 Spanish Teaching. Musical talent helpful. consolidation areas abroad, and Two weeks only ee senshi om AFRICA ‘ reat * .ccommodations provi wherever bapa third, settling in one of the goal DI era * | cities’ of the homefront; and fi- Possible. ie pa ns eT Belgium, Germany, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom are also eager to receive AMERICAS Congressman given traveling teachers this summer. Dates and length of time vary through July and August. ‘ i ‘ ; , (S) Argentina 3| ‘Promise of Peace To: International Goals Committee (S) Chile, Easter Island 1 (E) Dominica 2 On January 20, members of the Baha’ National Center (S) Ecuador, Galapagos Isl. 1 Baha’ communities of York and Wilmette, Ilinois 60091

(F) French Guiana 1 Meateed a aaa PI Lam interested in learning more about the following project:

AUSTRALASIA World Peace’ to U.S. Rep. Wil- Spain Finland (E) Caroline Islands, Truk 1 liam F. Goodling of Pennsyl- Italy Ireland (E) Tuvalu 2 vania. ; The Baha’i delegation was com- Name Baha’i I.D. Number GOALS TOBEFILLED 14 prised of two youth, John Bechtel

Replacement goals IV and Julie Gardner, and two ‘Address

LANGUAGE KEY adults, Lee Feldman and Don E—-Engli Gardner. é F French eet Wet. i Pen cEipeare! Telephone es eae definitely read the statement. ie) ee :

[Page 7]Jaleh Dashtizadeh, a member of the Bahá’í community of Northwest Harris County, Texas, has won a $10,000 President’s Endowed Scholarship to Texas A&M University where she will begin her freshman year next fall after graduating from Cypress Creek High School in Houston. Besides receiving excellent grades, most of them in honors classes, Jaleh has been active in many other activities including American Field Service, Mu Alpha Theta (math society), the National Honor Society, and the Academic Decathlon.

Traveling teachers welcome four into Faith in Bahamas

A small group of young traveling teachers from southeastern Florida recently hopped over to the Bahamas for the weekend ... and welcomed four new Bahamian believers into the Faith during the course of their two-day stay!

The National Assembly of the Bahamas has decided to initiate two upcoming projects, a weeklong effort in the spring and a month-long project this summer.

This is an exciting way to serve in an international capacity with little expense and few visa problems. Interested? Contact either the International Goals Committee (Baha’i National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091, phone 312-8699039) or the National Youth Committee (1371 Sunset Strip, Sunrise, FL 33313, phone 305-584-1844).

Remember, it’s not too early to start making your traveling teaching plans, either at home or abroad, for the summer of ’86.

As many of you know, the “mighty mobilization’’ of the Baha’i Youth Movement calls for the recruitment of 1,000 youth for domestic and international teaching this summer.

‘Whether you can participate for a weekend or the whole summer, now is the time to start making your plans. Pray about it, study the possibilities, consider the time and funds available, and arise to

serve.

If you'd like details on some of the summer’s project possibilities, contact the National Youth Committee.

Let us hear from you!

Please continue to share your experiences as homefront pioneers. They serve to encourage your fellow pioneers as well as inspire others to arise. If you can arise to become a homefront pioneer, phone the National Teaching Committee’s homefront pioneering desk, 312-869-9039.

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Baha’i youth on both coasts have recently formed ‘Youth Peace Clubs”’ at their high schools to promote the aims of the Baha’i Youth Movement.

These clubs, while not in any way associated with or sponsored by an agency of the Faith, focus on the goal of world peace through non-violent and non-political means.

They are proving to be an effective organization by which to unite high school students on the topic of peace. The clubs sponsor activities that promote a discourse on peace-related issues as well as events that elevate the youths’ awareness of their role in the establishment of peace.

Although Youth Peace Clubs may be formed by one or more Baha’ is at a high school, the Peace Club constitution does not mention the Faith or any other specific religion or sponsor.

The clubs are simply the product of individual youth taking the initiative to promote the peace issue among their contemporaries.

In Pennsylvania, Bobby and Linda Ahdieh received permission from their school principal to form a club that would coordinate activities for the International Year of Peace 1986.

Each club at their school was invited to name a representative to serve on the Peace Club planning committee. Already, they have planned several monthly activities including essay contests, tree plantings and peace exhibits in the school library.

Several Youth Peace Clubs are being formed at high schools in western Oregon. Based on a general constitution that reflects many of the Bahd’{ prerequisites for peace, the clubs are open to all interested students.

Youth to greet new Six Year Plan with regional conferences

The network of Regional Youth Committees will be hosting a series of regional youth conferences this spring to usher in the Six Year Plan and explore the anticipated growth of the Baha’i Youth Movement in the challenging days ahead.

Each of the 12 committees will host and design its own program, and announcements about scheduling and registration will be made shortly in regional bulletins.

Much of the program content will focus on the ‘‘mighty mobilization’’ called for by the Universal House of Justice in its 1984 message to the youth of the world.

This mobilization, as defined by the present level of youth activity, includes the united response of young people to the aims of the Baha’i Youth Movement, the recruitment of youth to the year of service, and the mobilization of at least 1,000 youth projecteers this summer.

All Baha’i youth are encouraged to attend the regional youth conference in their area to learn more about the individual’s response to the call for a “mighty mobilization” of Bahá’í youth.

Baha’i youth who may wish to consider launching a similar initiative at their school are encouraged to contact the National Youth Committee before contact The American Baha’i / April 1986 / 7

“Youth Peace Clubs’ are formed in high schools

ing their school administrators. The committee will be happy to supply interested youth with a sample constitution and an activities proposal that can be consid ered for use in forming the club.

The Youth Committee can be contacted at its office, 1371 Sunset Strip, Sunrise, FL 33313, or by phoning 305-584-1844.

Santa Ana’s AKISA program aims to reach the city’s Laotian, Cambodian population

A very special project continues to grow in Southern California. Known as AKISA (Adults and Kids in Santa Ana), it is designed

bodian populations in that city.

Many of these people are newly arrived refugees from Southeast Asia. The project tries to help them adjust to their new home in America.

One of the specific goals of AKISA is to help the children learn to speak English. Although it is not a youth project, youth are a big part of its success.

Alex Gottdank, a young Baha’i who lives on Minnie St. in Santa Ana, an area that is primarily Cambodian and Mexican, exemplifies service to the Cause at its best.

His warm, happy nature has attracted several Cambodians to the Faith, not because he is a good teacher (although he is), but because his actions speak louder than his words.

Living with the people whom he is teaching, sharing their good times and bad, he has become a true friend and brother.

As the circle of friendship has grown, more people in the area are becoming receptive to the Faith and more Baha’is have arisen to become part of the pro ject.

AKISA can be seen as a social and economic development effort that also has attracted a number of new believers to the Cause.

This summer, as in the past, teaching efforts will center around Madison Park near Minnie St. where people of diverse racial, cultural and religious backgrounds gather to socialize and relax.

Although the Spiritual Assembly of Santa Ana reflects a great deal of the diversity of the community—Filipino, Cambodian, black American, Persian and white American—the project has not yet been able to reach the Mexican population.

On Minnie St., Cambodians live on one side and Mexicans on the other, and animosity between the two groups is strong. Slowly and lovingly, the steps to bridge

Asian Conference has ‘unity’ theme This song, ‘‘Insignificant Me,”” was the theme song of last year’s Asian Baha’i Youth Conference: How can insignificant me help the cause of unity; How can one so weak and small help the cause of peace at all. There isn’t much that one can do, but how about if there were two, and if each two should have a friend, we’d double forces once again. And on and on this system goes, by leaps and bounds it grows and grows from crawl to creep to walk to run, the Most Great Peace is surely won.

this prejudice are being taken. The strength created by the diversity of the Baha’i community and the involvement and dedication of the youth are examples of the power of love and unity that will undoubtedly bring great bounties to the teaching work in

Santa Ana,

Summer projecteers are welcome to help with AKISA; those who are interested should contact the Spiritual Assembly of Santa Ana, c/o Adelina Brown, secretary, P.O. Box 6091, Santa Ana, CA 92706.

Young Baha’i recounts her experience as Spelman College’s only white student

Some time ago we learned of a truly exemplary effort on the part of a young Baha’i. Debby Jackson, a student at Smith College in Massachusetts, chose to study for @ semester at Spelman College in Atlanta, making her the only white student at Spelman, a private university for black women.

We asked Debby, who is majoring in American studies, to share both the reasons and the results of her decision, and are pleased to share her comments with her fellow youth. She is truly an example of how each individual youth can “move the world.’’—Bahá’í National Youth Committee

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To the National Youth Committee Thank you for asking me to write a short summary about my experiences with my dear Spelman sisters. I am happy to share what T’ve learned, and I earnestly pray that my efforts here will fade into the air and become a part of that energy force that inspires us all to sacrifice and be devoted servants.

Abdu’l-Bahá explains what

this beloved Cause is doing: “‘...it is harmony and fellowship, and love and solidarity; indeed it is compassion and unity, and the end of foreignness; it is the being at one, in complete dignity and freedom, with all on earth.”” Each word is powerful, specific and hard to accomplish. Like any Baha’i, I pray to be equally loving and compassionate to all. But it

DEBBY JACKSON

was not until going to Spelman that ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s inspiring words were changed from an intellectual understanding to a burning desire in the heart (perhaps you could call it a ‘‘Baha’i heartburn’’?) to have a warm atmosphere of unity and fellowship. This experience has made me aware and sensitive to making sure people feel accepted, involved, needed and unconditionally loved. Indeed, being the only white student at an all-black

See SPELMAN page 32

D.C. holds 4th Thanksgiving Conference

More than 230 Baha’i youth from the East Coast gathered November 28-December 1 at the fourth annual Washington, D.C., Thanksgiving Conference whose theme was ‘“Wage Peace.””

The conference, planned by six youth ages 14-21, was described by many participants (including adults) as the best they had ever attended.

Central to the talks and discussions was ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s prophecy that youth are going to be in the vanguard of establishing world peace.

There were two speakers from the United Nations including one non-Baha’i. Among the other Speakers were Auxiliary Board

member William Roberts, Táhirih Ahdieh, and Duane Omid-Varan.

Also, youth had a chance to direct questions about the Baha’ is in Iran to Kavian Sadeghzadeh, a Baha’i youth who recently left that country.

With the help of a dance performed by two local bands, ‘‘The New Generation’? and ‘‘This End Up,” and Fund participation of 65 per cent by youth at the conference, more than $3,500 was raised for the National Fund.

The conference committee invites you to mark your calendars for the fifth annual Washington conference, to be held November 27-30, 1986.

« Youth urged to attend Convention

Baha’i youth are encouraged to attend the National Convention being held in Chicago in early May. A part-time youth program will be offered and will include presentations by Baha’i speakers and a side trip to the House of Worship in Wilmette. Be sure to register early using the form in The American Bahá’í.

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Four Liberian broadcasters tour WLGI Radio

Convention

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consultation will begin on the seven major objectives of the Six Year Plan:

1. Carrying the Message of Baha’u’llah to the generality of mankind.

2. Promoting a greater involvement of the Faith in the life of the larger society.

3. Generating a worldwide increase in the production and use of Baha’ literature.

4. Accelerating further the process of the maturation of local and national Baha’i communities.

5. Devoting greater attention to universal participation and the spiritual enrichment of individual believers.

6. Emphasizing the Baha’i education of children and youth, and the strengthening of Baha’i family life.

7. Pursuing in well-established Baha’i communities projects of social and economic development.

On Saturday morning, the delegates will gather in Foundation Hall at the Baha’i House of Worship to elect the members of the National Spiritual Assembly for 1986-87.

That evening, a special gathering of fellowship and fun will celebrate the success of the Seven Year Plan while serving as a platform from which to launch the Six Year Plan.

On Sunday morning, delegates and visitors will be taken to the House of Worship for a special session of prayers for the success of the Six Year Plan.

Other events that are to take place in support of and in conjunction with the National Convention are:

Children’s classes

A bookstore

Exhibits/booths

Acommemoration of the 12th

Day of Ridvan

¢ A 24-hour prayer vigil at the House of Worship

¢ Highlights of the forthcoming Peace Conference in San Francisco

In addition, non-delegate sessions will provide an opportunity for workshops and discussions facilitated by the Hands of the Cause of God, Counsellors, and members of national committees.

The workshops will be designed to lay the foundation for success in the Six Year Plan.

Federalists given ‘Promise of Peace’ at L.A. conference

On February 8, copies of the Universal House of Justice’s peace statement, ‘‘The Promise of World Peace,” were distributed to members of the Southern California chapter of the World Federalist Association during its annual meeting in Los Angeles.

More than 30 of the 45-50 persons at the meeting accepted copies of the statement, which were made available with the permission of the WFA’s regional leaders.

The guest speaker, Tom Hudgens of the national WFA, who is not a Baha’i, recalled vividly in his talk the photograph in The Washingon Post of President Reagan with the peace statement in his hand.

Four Liberian broadcasters and their American escort recently visited WLGI-Radio Baha’i in Hemingway, South Carolina.

The Liberians were visiting the U.S. to learn more about community and public radio. They will be the managers of radio stations in a new rural radio network in Liberia.

WLGI-Radio Baha’i was chosen as one of the stops on their tour because it is one of the few stations in this country that is programming for social and economic development among rural people. WLGI was the only rural station visited by the group while they were in the U.S.

During their visit, the Liberians heard Dr. Roy Jones, director of the Louis Gregory Baha’i Institute, present an overview of the history of the people who comprise WLGI’s primary audience: tural blacks in the South Carolina

low country.

In his remarks, Dr. Jones emphasized the West African heritage of many of WLGI’s listening audience, and detailed aspects of their culture and economy that are uniquely different from mainstream American society.

WLGI staff made presentations about the station’s history and philosophy, paying special attention to the Baha’i principles that guide the station’s work.

Attention also was given to the many challenges faced when starting a new radio station.

The visitors were especially delighted by the delicious Southern dishes prepared by Mary Beckman, the Institute’s cook, and by her singing of gospel songs.

An evening performance by the Kingstree Baha’i Youth Choir and Baha’i poet Priscilla Jeanne added significantly to the success of the visit.

WLGI introduces new record club with ‘twist,’ invites friends to join

WLGI-Radio Baha’i invites Baha’is from around the U.S. to join an unusual record club.

The club is different from most record clubs because instead of receiving records from the club, you send them fo the club!

RACE UNITY

28 non-Baha’is present at tribute to Dr. King’s work

Forty-one people including 28 non-Baha’is attended a commemoration of the anniversary of the birth of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and a symposium on eliminating racism as a step toward world peace held January 19 at Central Oregon Community College and sponsored by the Baha’ is of Bend, Oregon.

The keynote speaker, Earnestine Berkey, a Baha’i from Albany, Oregon, who is a long-time member of the NAACP, spoke of the importance of Dr. King’s life and teachings and what the holiday means to her and to all Amerjicans.

Following her address, workshops were held on interracial marriage, non-violence, and antiSemitism.

The meeting ended with a talk by the Rev. Roy Brewer of Bend Presbyterian Church, “‘The Theology of Equality.””

On January 18, an interview with Lang and Lisle Veach, coorganizers of the symposium, was aired on KTVZ in Bend.

Summer teaching

Attention young people ages 18-25: Summer teaching projects are being arranged in Europe, and possibly in Spain, Italy and Finland.

If you are interested in being considered to participate, or want more information, please contact the International Goals Committee, Baha’i National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091, as soon as possible!

WLGI-Radio Baha’i needs records. We receive some of our music from record companies, but we need much more! It’s a great way to make extra contributions to the Faith, to take part in the activities of WLGI, and to help keep our expenses down.

Here’s how it works. Simply call or write WLGI and let us know how many albums you can contribute (it could be one a month, one a year, or a one-timeonly contribution).

We'll then get in touch with you and give you the name of an album we need. When we receive the album, we’ll send you an acknowledgement including a receipt for an “‘in-kind”’ contribution.

As an extra incentive, WLGI is holding a “‘Name the Record Club”’ contest. Send us your suggestions for a name for this crazy club. If your entry is the one chosen, you'll receive a free WLGI T-shirt and other goodies!

For more information, write to WLGI-Radio Baha’i, Route 2, Box 71, Hemingway, SC 29554, or phone 803-558-2977.

Pictured are the four Liberian radio broadcasters and their American escort who recently visited WLGI-Radio Bahá’í in Heming The Liberian group’s American escort called the visit to WLGI “the highlight of our tour.””

The request to visit WLGI came about through contacts with the Institute for International Research (IIR) in McLean, Virginia. Under a contract with the U.S. government, the IIR is helping the Liberian government to build four new regional radio stations.

IIR learned about the successful Baha’i radio stations in South America and South Carolina from

way, South Caron as part of a tour of American broadcast facilities funded by USAID.

Kurt Hein, general manager of WLGI, who was in Liberia in 1984 to help establish a Baha’i radio station in that country.

“Two of the Liberian visitors,””

says Dr. Hein, “‘were already acquainted with the Baha’ Faith through Bill Frank Enoanyi, the manager of the new Baha’i station being built in Liberia.

“We hope that their visit to WLGI will encourage them to collaborate with our new station in Liberia.”

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Family Unity Night (Fun)

FIRST WEEK: MAY 2 (Peace Through Association). Thought for the Week: is the being at one, in complete dignity and freedom, with all on earth.’” Prayer: Bahá’í Prayers, pp. 198-99. Lesson: Read and discuss one or more of the suggested lesson materials: 1. The Hidden Words, No 33, p. 11. 2. Selections from the Writings of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, p. 20, paragraphs | and 2. 3. The Divine Art of Living, pp. 107-09, Nos. 1 and 2. Activity: Play a cooperative game of “‘stand up.” Sit on the ground, back-to-back with a partner, knees bent and elbows linked. Stand up together. This can also be done with three or more people. Or, refer to lesson No. 3 above (Divine Art of Living). Pick a bouquet of spring flowers and place it in water. Observe what happens to the flowers in a few days when they are no longer in “association” with the earth. ReJreshments: Celery stuffed with peanut butter, raisins or cream cheese; fruit juice.

SECOND WEEK: GRANDEUR (‘Azamat, May 17). Thought for the Week: “‘God’s greatest gift to man is that of intellect, or understanding.”” Prayer: Bahá’í Prayers, pp. 120-21. Lesson: Read and discuss one or more of the suggested lesson materials: 1. The Hidden Words, No. 65, p. 19; No. 69, p. 20. 2. Gleanings, No. CXXII, pp. 259-60; No. CXXIV, pp. 261-62. Activity: Refer to The Hidden Words above and the treasures within each person. Use a box, glue, crayons, rocks, buttons, etc., to make a treasure chest. Talk about the treasures—the knowledge of God, attributes, etc.—as it is being built. Or, weather permitting, go on a treasure hunt outside. Have older children create a hunt for the younger ones. Refreshments: Mom’s choice this week.

THIRD WEEK: DECLARATION OF THE BAB (May 23). Thought for the Week: “I am preparing you for the advent of a mighty day.”” (the Bab) Prayer: Bahá’í Prayers, pp. 56-57. Lesson: Read and discuss one or more of the suggested lesson materials: 1. Anthology for Bahá’í Children, pp. 10-12, 14, 15. 2. The Dawn-breakers, pp. 51-65, or Release the Sun, pp. 12-15. 3. Selections from the Writings of the Bab, pp. 6-8. Activity: Light a green, fragrant candle for the rendition of the story of the Bab’s declaration. If possible, have an older child tell the story. Explain that the Bab wore a green turban. Refreshments: Apple pie, ice cream and milk.

FOURTH WEEK: ASCENSION OF BAHA’U’LLAH (May 29). Thought for the Week: “Our mission is to seize and possess the hearts of men.”” Prayer: Bahá’í Prayers, pp. 175-76. Lesson: Read and discuss one or more of the suggested lesson materials: 1. The Hidden Words, Nos. 31 and 32, p. 33. 2. Gleanings, LXXXI, pp. 155-58. 3. Selections from the Writings of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, No. 5, pp. 17-18. Activity: Weather permitting, play some relay games with the family. Interesting variations of the game include walking with a peanut on a spoon; walking with something on one’s head, like an apple or a sock-ball; or a two-legged relay in which ‘one leg of each player is tied together so the players must work in unison to move. Also, if old socks are saved from the laundry, they make good balls for throwing, catching and juggling. Refreshments: Fresh fruit/dried fruit and juice.

FIFTH WEEK: FEAST OF NUR (Light). Thought for the Week: “*... This century is, verily, the source of His Light and the dayspring of His Revelation ...”” Prayer: Bahá’í Prayers, pp. 58-59. Lesson: Read and discuss one or more of the suggested lesson materials: 1. The Hidden Words, No. 20, pp. 8-9. 2. Selections from the Writings of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, No. 32, pp. 66-67, and pp. 31-32 (begin at 3rd paragraph). 3. The Reality of Man, pp. 45-47. Activity: Make a rainbow. Examine/enjoy a prism, cut glass crystal, diamond, etc. (anything that can refract and bend the light) in the sunlight. A mirror in a glass of water can also be used. Explain that white light contains all the colors of the rainbow. If we can bend the light, we can see the parts. Water droplets in the sky sometimes act as prisms and we can see a rainbow after a storm. Refreshments: Ice cream sandwiches, ice cream cones, or popsicles.

Applicants sought for new position, director of operations, at Green Acre

The Green Acre School Council, in consultation with the National Teaching Committee and National Properties Committee, has created a new position, director of operations, at the Green Acre School.

Applicants are being sought for this position. Those who are interested should apply directly to the Office of Human Resources, Baha’i National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091.

The director of operations will

If you are traveling outside the United States for any reason, please contact the International Goals Committee for in

formation.

be responsible for the over-all management of the school and its rebuilding program.

This person will oversee the programming, and maintenance of all facilities. The work includes scheduling, staffing, financial management, facility management, enhancement of programming, working with publicity and developing the Friends of Green Acre.

Interested applicants should have a background of experience in facility management, public relations skills, business management skills, be familiar with Baha’i administration and have sensitivity for the educational and developmental needs of the Baha’i community.

> EDUCATION

On June 27-29, the Louhelen Baha’i School will hold its first national Women’s Conference.

Among the speakers will be Dr. Jane Faily, a psychologist at the Royal Ottawa Hospital, London, who is a member of the National Spiritual Assembly of Canada.

Three sets of concurrent workshops will be offered: ‘‘The Greatest Holy Leaf: Heroine and Leader,’’ conducted by Diane Taherzadeh; ‘‘Women in Peace”’ (Shiva Tavana, the National Spiritual Assembly’s representative to the United Nations); ‘The Family” (Dr. Faily); ‘‘Single Parenting’’ (Gwen Taylor Ghods); “Women Raising Their Voice in Consultative Meetings’? (Marjorie McCabe); ‘‘Women’s Health’’ (Kip Kozlowski and Lisa Irish); and sessions on ‘‘Career Planning’” and “Single Women.””

Dr. Faily and Ms. Tavana were among the Baha’i delegates last summer to the UN’s International Women’s Conference in Nairobi, Kenya.

Another keynote presentation will be given on ‘‘Women of Color,’’ and a panel discussion will be held on putting into practice in one’s daily life new attitudes and behavior patterns that will advance the cause of women.

“The purpose of the conference,”’ says Lisa Irish, a member of the Louhelen Council, ‘‘is to increase women’s awareness of their roles in society, to provide a forum for exchanging views and sharing perspectives, and to become better equipped to overcome the barriers that prevent women from contributing their talents and skills to society and the Baha’i

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Dr. Jane Faily to be among speakers at Louhelen Women’s Conference

community.

“The conference,’’ she adds, “will offer a variety of activities. Talks, workshops, artistic performances, and fellowship are planned and will work together to stretch the mind, broaden perspectives and cheer the heart.’’

The Women’s Conference is the first in a series being planned by the Louhelen Council. A subsequent conference is anticipated for 1987 for women and men that will focus on their common search to discover their respective natures and to fulfill with each other’s help their respective roles, pur

poses and potentialities.

Women are encouraged to make other arrangements for their children so that they can give the conference their fullest attention, and local communities are asked to help single mothers so that they may attend without their children.

Child care for children under age 11 will be provided for those who are unable to make other arrangements, provided they register at least two weeks in advance.

For information on rates and registration, see the Bahda’{ Schools insert in this issue of The American Baha’i.

New children’s class directory lists more than 350 Baha’i programs in U.S.

A children’s class directory, recently compiled by the National Teaching Committee, lists more than 350 Baha’i children’s class programs in the U.S.

This network highlights progress that has been made on behalf of Baha’i child education during the course of the Seven Year Plan.

“The children’s class _network,” says Janice Lever, national coordinator of child education programs, “‘is a tangible result of efforts on behalf of children by many dedicated people in the national community.

“Many of us who were active in Baha’i child education at the beginning of the Plan,’’ she says, “forget how many changes have taken place.

“Most children didn’t then have access to local Baha’i children’s classes, and conventions,

conferences and regional schools most often organized hastily constructed programs after the children arrived with their parents.

“‘Now,’’ says Ms. Lever, “much of this has changed. Nearly all conventions, conferences and regional schools provide wellplanned children’s programs.

“These changes, coupled’ with the recently initiated registration of Baha’ children, reflect significant changes within the community.””

If your local children’s class program is not included in the national network directory, you should provide the name, address, phone number and Baha’i I.D. number of a contact person for the program and forward it to either the District LEAP coordinator or the National Teaching Committee office.

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Louhelen site for Teacher Training Conference

A four and one-half day National Child Education Teacher Training Conference will be held July 2-7 at the Louhelen Baha’ School near Davison, Michigan.

The conference, sponsored by the National Teaching Committee in cooperation with the Louhelen School, will focus on classroom teaching skills and lesson planning and curriculum.

“There is essential agreement and enthusiasm on the part of the conference planning team about the potential of the conference for providing needed help to children’s teachers and local school

Marks, Louhelen’s director of academic affairs.

“A needs assessment questionnaire, disseminated by the National Teaching Committee through the local schools network, is serving as the basis for conference planning.””

Each participant will, as a result of training activities, be in a position to improve the quality of his own program and to serve as a resource person to other class programs in his area.

Local Spiritual Assemblies are encouraged to sponsor, and to subsidize if necessary, children’s

might not otherwise be able to attend the event.

Attendance will be limited to 100 persons.

The conference fee (for five nights, four and one-half days) is $130 per person. (A non-refundable $10 fee is required to secure one’s registration.)

Parents are encouraged to make home care arrangements for their children. Child care will be provided in special cases.

Applicants should complete the registration form and return it to: Louhelen Baha’i School, 3208 S. State Road, Davison, MI 48423.

programs,’’ says Dr. Geoffry class teachers in their areas who

CHILD EDUCATION TEACHER TRAINING CONFERENCE

Name

Mailing address a City State Zip Telephone

Name of local school program.

Name of sponsoring Assembly (if applicable) I have enclosed a $10 deposit fee:

(Registration fee may be paid by check, VISA or MasterCard. Include card number and expiration date. Your name should be written as it appears on the card.)

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Local Assembly should report full details of formation

TEACHING

To be able to report the status of the Six Year Plan goals to delegates at the National Convention, the National Teaching Committee needs to know how many local Spiritual Assemblies were formed at Ridvan.

To obtain the information, a telephone poll is conducted the day after the elections.

This is done by having each As sembly, upon its formation, contact its District Teaching Committee. The committee then calls the National Teaching Office and reports all formations within its area. Immediately after your Assembly has formed, you should phone the contact person for your district and inform him of the formation. You should then complete the local Spiritual Assembly Report Form and send it (yellow copy) to the Baha’i National Center.

If questions arise concerning your Assembly election, please

feel free to contact the National Teaching Office, 312-869-9039.

Alabama, Northern. Jacqueline Osborne, 205-764-1766. Alabama, S/ Florida, NW. Daffraneeze Riley, 904623-6055. Arizona, Northern. Pari Khavari, 602-991-4950. Arizona, Southern. Gwen Calhoun, 602-4585280. Arkansas. Martha Clark, 501442-7064.

California, Central No. 1. Beatrice Link, 408-395-5951, or 408-395-5351. California, Central No. 2. Jan Coker, 209-855-3075. California, Northern No. 1. Shahin Hardwick, 916-3340295. California, Northern No. 2. Diane Sullivan, 707-433-1465.

California, Southern No. 1. James Bailey, 213-727-5030. California, Southern No. 2. Cynthia Carlton, 714688-6415. California, Southern No. 3. Mark Eaton, 805-525-1223. California, Southern No. 4. Eileen Norman, 619-942-2440.

Colorado, Northeast. Martha Tromp, 303-688-6686. Colorado, Southeast. Jenifer Green, 303-6872393. Colorado, Western. Fred North, 303-533-7892. Connecticut. Hamid Rafi’i, 203-223-5562. DelMarVa. Charlotte Harmon, 301-835-2967.

Florida, Central. Linda Grannis, 305-469-2500. Florida, Northern. Debbie Miller, 1-800-S9BAHAI. Florida, Southeast. Suzanne Cantville, 305-793-1184. Florida, Southwest.

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On September 17, designated International Day of Peace by the mayor of Willoughby, Ohio, the six-member Baha’i Group of Willoughby distributed copies of the mayor's proclamation along with Baha’i literature in downtown areas of the city. Pictured in front

of city hall are (left to right) Dudley Woodard, Grace Phillips, Merle Woodard, Ida Lace and Ramez Maher (now pioneering in Chile). The sixth member, Tamara Kirilcuk, was busy teaching at a local private school.

Frances Hunter, 904-344-3458.

Georgia, Northeast. Norah Nasseh, 404-790-1736. Georgia, Northwest. Arthur Cutting, 404-767-9807, or 404997-3279. Georgia, Southern. Anne Jalali, 912-825-3542. Idaho, N/Washington, E. Bradford Lucas, 509-7651909. Idaho, Southern. Sherry Perkins, 208-745-8479 (H), 208-356-8860 (Ww).

Illinois, Northern No. 1. Rexine Brown, 309-798-2400. Illinois, Northern No. 2. Lorraine Hewett, 312-9758981. Illinois, Southern. Bonnie Crim, 618-543-7484. Indiana. Cathy Russell, 317-675-6915. Iowa. Fay Himes, 319843-3382.

Kansas. Phyllis Medrano, 316-6628243. Kentucky. Mark DeAraujo, 606-236-0421. Louisiana, Northern. Delores White, 318-221-9911 (H), 318861-7659 (W). Louisiana, Southern. Ernel Mitchell, 504-244-8174.

Maine. Janot Comeau, 207-9353843. Maryland/D.C. Frances Coley, 202-726-5909. Massachusetts. Gina Shamey, 617-894-7558. Michigan, Mainland. Hermione Pickens, 313742-6208. Minnesota, Northern. Harlen Whitling, 218-384-4511. Minnesota, Southern. David Bair, 612-5883603.

Mississippi. John Smith, 601-6368628. Missouri. Joyce Stohr, 816-5356215. Montana. Topaz Dosen, 406586-6323. Navajo-Hopi. Roan Stone, 505-863-6701. Nebraska. Harry Eckerson, 402-694-5925.

Nevada, Northern. Bradley Corbin, 702-356-0521. Nevada, Southern. Marion West, 702-294-1050. New Hampshire. Jonathon Ring, 603-7724680. New Jersey. Richard Tomarelli, 609-769-4257. New Mexico, Northern. John Hostetler, 505-344-8058 (H), 505-888-4600 (W). New Mexico, S/ Texas, W. Curtis Wynne, 505-8872529.

New York, Eastern. Jack Bush, 718-358-1280. New York, Western. Candace O'Neill, 716-759-2248. North Carolina, Central, Samuel Williams, 919-679-2133. North Carolina, Eastern. Karen Tarlo, 919-237-2441. North Carolina, Western. Jerry/Peggy York, 704-327-0826.

North Dakota. Mavis Nymon, 701232.0058. Ohio, Northern. Pleasant Montgomery, 216-991-0475. Ohio, Southern, Rose Wendel, 513-372-1844 or 513-433-1120. Oklahoma, Eastern. John Algeo, 918-224-8252. Oklahoma, Western. Willis Sutter, 405-2352802.

Oregon, Eastern. Ruth Hall, 503276-1868. Oregon, Western. Megha Shyam, 503-745-5027. Pennsylvania, Eastern. Bob Basso, 717-599-5939.

Baha’is urged to befriend mainland Chinese

The Chinese Teaching Committee has made appeals in the last several issues of The American Baha’i for people who are interested in teaching Chinese to contact the committee’s convenor through the National Teaching Committee.

The response has been positive, and there has been increased interest generated in sharing the Message of Bahá’u’lláh with Chinese people.

One area of interest has been in forming friendships with people from ‘‘mainland China.” This is an important teaching activity whose impact cannot be measured or fully understood at this time.

The Universal House of Justice has said that it is important to teach Chinese people wherever they reside, and has given particular guidance regarding teaching and enrolling citizens of the Peoples Republic of China who temporarily live outside that coun If, during the course of the friendships formed with Baha’is, any of these people learn enough about the Faith to express a sin cere desire to enroll, they may do so. However, they may also be accepted as a believer without having to sign an enrollment card or accept credentials.

For their own protection, this latter course may be wiser.

The Faith is not openly taught in China, and it must be made clear that one of the basic principles of the Faith is loyalty to government, and that followers of Baha’u’llah are exhorted to be good citizens.

The Universal House of Justice would like to be kept informed of any such persons who wish to enroll in the Faith, as well as their plans to return to their homes in China.

The following excerpts from a letter written by the Chinese Teaching Committee to selected college Baha’i Clubs gives insight into the importance of forming friendships with people from mainland China who are studying in the U.S. at this time:

“Of the 20,000 students and scholars from mainland China who are studying or doing research in universities outside

China, 10,000 are at present in the US.

“These people are the ‘cream of the crop’ of one billion Chinese; they will be the leadership of the future Chinese society in all the academic, administrative, political and economic institutions of the

are within reach ... to associate with them, to befriend them, and to familiarize them with the name and tenets as well as the spirit of our precious Faith

“They do not need Chinesespeaking teachers as they all desire to speak English and learn about all facets of the American way of life.

“These Chinese students are in a position, and therefore we Baha’is are in a position, to influence the largest human society in the world in the next two decades.

“The method of approaching them is not to invite them to structured meetings or firesides, but rather to invite them to parties and social activities where a few Baha’is can form genuine friendships.””

Pennsylvania, Western. Deb Hilbert, 814-796-6380. Rhode Island. Olympia McGee, 401-751-6632.

South Carolina, Central. Heloise Hebert, 803-776-4596. South Carolina, Eastern No. 1. Bret Breneman, 803-667-1540. South Carolina, Eastern No. 2. Ellen McAllister, 803-3829738. South Carolina, Northern. Ralph DeFreitas, 803-328-8395. South Carolina, Southern No. 1. Glados Ziegler, 803-553-6791. South Carolina, Southern No. 2. Amber Spahn, 803-838-5452. South Carolina, Western. Annette Young, 803-855-2072.

South Dakota. Theora McVay, 605543-5811. Tennessee, Eastern. Edith Osborn, 615-867-9323. Tennessee,

Western. Carolyn Eck, 901-664-1694.

Texas, Central No. 1. Irma Gray, 512-820-3077. Texas, Central No. 2. Don Ewalt Jr., 915-368-0053. Texas,

Eastern No. 1. Rose-Marie Stevens, 817-540-0127. Texas, Eastern No. 2. Mary Maxwell, 713-436-9632. Texas, Northern. Homa Villagomez, 817549-1200. Texas, Southern. Sheron Knowlton, 512-552-7603.

Utah. Shari Meyer, 801-776-6048. Vermont. Bill Schmidt, 802-365-7603. Virginia, Northern. Kitty Herriott, 703-978-5649. Virginia, Southeast. Terri Hamrick, 804-723-6413. Virginia, Southwest. Mark Foster, 703-3281010.

Washington, Northwest. Cheryl Stull, 206-452-7901. Washington, Southwest. Fran Amundson, 206-9438093. West Virginia. Sorour Payman, 304-466-5296. Wisconsin, N/Upper Michigan. Thomas Rowe, 715-3413084. Wisconsin, Southern. Michelle Broussard, 414-332-0143. Wyoming. Mary Churchill, 307-332-9496.

Larry and Dorothy Pedersen, isolated Bahá’ís in Halfway, Oregon, won a fifth place ribbon with this booth at the Baker County Fair whose theme was ‘We Are the World.’ Eight Bahá’í quotations

were used which related to the theme and to local industry. Many compliments about the exhibit were received including one from a minister.

Reports show wide diversity of teaching activities among minority groups in U.S.

The reports that the National Teaching Committee receives about minority teaching are among the most exciting and moying information in the amazing chronicle of events in the American Baha’i community.

Shoghi Effendi wrote, in The Advent of Divine Justice, ‘‘No more laudable and meritorious service can be rendered the Cause of God, at the present hour, than a successful effort to enhance the diversity of the members of the American Baha’i community by swelling the ranks of the Faith through the enrollment of the members of these (minority) races.

“A blending of these highly differentiated elements of the human race, harmoniously interwoven into the fabric of an all-embracing Baha’i fraternity, and assimilated through the dynamic processes of a divinely appointed Administrative Order, and contributing each its share to the enrichment and glory of Baha’i community life, is surely an achievement the contemplation of which must warm and thrill every Baha’i heart.”

Following are a few recent highlights of minority teaching in the Usa

Two successful Hispanic conferences have been held in California—one in Soledad in the Salinas

Valley, the other in San Fernando, just north of Los Angeles.

The efforts of a few dedicated Baha’is are bearing fruit as three Hispanic believers in the Salinas Valley have become active teachers while another opens her home

for meetings each week.

In Arizona, the Raul Pavén Project has focused on Hispanic and Indian teaching, and 22 new believers have been enrolled since last November. One of them is a Native American, believed to be the first of her tribe to enroll in the Faith.

In south Texas, one Hispanic family has been studying a Ruhi Institute booklet on their own after beginning the study with a Baha’i teacher, and another Hispanic family has begun hosting a well-attended monthly fireside at which children’s classes are held while adults learn about the Faith. There have been three recent enrollments, and two Baha’is in the area have become active teachers.

The Chinese Teaching Committee reports that articles about

the Faith and ‘‘The Promise of World Peace’’ have appeared in at least 13 Chinese-language newspapers with additional press presentations planned for major cities on the West Coast.

As reported earlier in The American Baha’i, teaching activity in the form of establishing friendships with Chinese students and scholars from mainland China is taking place on nearly a dozen college campuses.

The National Teaching Office continues to receive requests for the Chinese translation of ‘‘The Promise of World Peace.” It should be given only to friends and relatives in this country.

In a letter of Riḍván 1982 the Universal House of Justice called Sor “a mighty upsurge of effective teaching’’ to meet the challenge of the growing hunger of peoples of the world for “‘the love of God and reunion with Him.” This is the last in a nine-part series that explores the principles of teaching the Faith. Every believer can, through the simple and direct guidance found in the Writings, become an all-confident, effective Bahá’í teacher, capable of uniting hearts with Bahá’u’lláh.

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This final article in the series on effective teaching does not focus on the teacher or on the seeker. Instead, it is concerned with the Baha’i community.

“All the Baha’is,” Shoghi Effendi indicated, ‘‘should devote themselves as much as Possible to teaching the Faith. ...

But, he added, ‘‘they should also realize that the atmosphere of true love and unity which they manifest within the Baha’i community will directly affect the public, and be the greatest magnet for attracting people to the Faith and confirming them.’’ (From a letter written on behalf of the Guardian, The Individual and Teaching, No. 64)

“Unless and until the believers really come to realize they are one spiritual family, knit together by a

Baha’is perform in Portland’s Gospel Concert

Baha’is in Portland, Oregon, participated February 22 in the third annual Gospel Concert sponsored by the Black United Front.

As a part of the varied program, a Baha’i, Miss Charlotte Easley, played and sang one of her own compositions, ‘‘Poem to Papa,”’ devoted to her grandfather, Oliver Thomas Barnes.

Miss Easley blended the poem with two separate works, ‘‘We Are Each Other’s Home’’ and a Bach-styled fugue titled ‘‘All the Children of the World.”

Also performing during the evening of music and fellowship were the combined choirs of Marantha and Mount Olivet churches.

bond more lasting than mere physical ties can ever be, they will not be able to create that warm community atmosphere which alone can attract the hearts of humanity, frozen for lack of real love and feeling.’’ (From a letter on behalf of Shoghi Effend, The Individual and Teaching, No. 59) Building this unity involves many things, from efficient running of activities such as Feasts or teaching campaigns to the practice of Baha’i principles in community life such as racial unity and the equality of men and women, and to the day-to-day interactions that make up our daily life such as concern for the sick or simply going to the movies together. The key lies in the term “‘spiritual family.”’ As society encounters ever more difficult problems due to the breakdown of the old world order, Baha’i community life will take on added importance. It should be a refuge not only for the Baha’is but for all humanity.

The Baha’is, the Universal House of Justice has written, must “increasingly stand out as assured, orientated, and fundamentally happy beings, conforming to a standard which, in direct contrast to the ignoble and amoral attitudes of modern society, is the source of their honor, strength, and maturity.

“It is this marked discipline of the Baha’i community on the one hand, and the increasing confusion, despair, and feverish tempo of a doomed society on the other, which, during the turbulent years ahead, will draw the eyes of humanity to the sanctuary of Baha’wllah’s world-redeeming Faith.” (Wellspring of Guidance, pp. 79-80)

The development of community life will continue into the Six Year Plan. The House of Justice has indicated that its major objectives would include ‘‘further acceleration in the process of the maturation of national and local Baha’i communities,’’ ‘universal participation ... of individual believers,” and ‘‘strengthening of Baha’i family life.” (Message of January 2, 1986)

Development of the community must begin with each individual. As we work to transform ourselves, we can practice our new attributes among our spiritual family, building the bonds of unity that must attract the hearts of all humanity.

Nothing can replace the daily, persistent effort of individuals to extend the love they have received from Baha’u’llah to the entire Ba

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Number of youth (included in total).

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“Wherefore must the friends of God, with utter sanctity, with one accord, rise up in the spirit, in unity with one another, to such a degree that they will become even as one being and one soul. On such a plane as this, physical bodies play

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Loving community our greatest teaching magnet

no part, rather doth the spirit take over and rule; and when its power encompasseth all then is spiritual union achieved.

“Strive ye by day and night to cultivate your unity to the fullest degree. Let your thoughts dwell on your own spiritual develop ment, and close your eyes to the deficiencies of other souls. Act ye in such wise, showing forth pure and goodly deeds, and modesty and humility, that ye may cause others to be awakened.’’ (‘Abdu’l-Bahá, Selections from the Writings of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, p. 203)

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More important information about 77th Baha’i National Convention May 1-4

The 77th Baha’i National Convention will be held May 1-4, 1986, at the McCormick Inn, 23rd & the Lake, Chicago, IL 60616. The toll free number is 1-800-621-6909 (in Illinois, phone collect 312-791-1901).

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Santa Clarita Baha’is sponsor fourth annual Human Rights event

On February 9, the Baha’is of Santa Clarita Valley, California, sponsored their fourth annual Human Rights Awards ceremony.

Honored for their ‘‘selfless dedication to humanity’’ were Elizabeth Curwen and Carol Gelsinger, directors of the Santa Clarita Valley Special Children’s Center.

The keynote speaker at the awards banquet was Floyd V. Baxter, judge of the Newhall Municipal Court.

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Transportation: There is regular bus service—Continental Air Transport—to the McCormick Inn from O’Hare Airport ($7.50) and from Midway Airport ($6.50). Taxis are also available.

Remember: You must register in person, with your Baha’i membership card in hand. You may not register another family member or a friend by proxy. The coupon above includes registration information for seating and for registering children and youth at the Convention.

More than 30 gather in Arizona

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More than 30 Baha’is and seek ers including 19 Navajos gathered January 11-12 at the Native American Baha’i Institute on the Navajo Reservation in Arizona for a New Believers’ Conference.

Most sessions were held in the Institute’s prayer hogan in an atmosphere of spirituality and warmth.

Many Reservation pioneers were there to help in the deepenings including Ken MorphetBrown of Shonto, Arizona, a former pioneer who recently returned to the Reservation.

Also attending were newly declared Baha’i Victoria Yazzie and her cousin, Lula Dobson, from the Red Lake Chapter community on the western part of the Navajo Reservation.

Victoria is the granddaughter of Leta Gray, an elderly Baha’i who had the bounty of attending the 1978 Baha’i National Convention at which the Native American Baha’i Institute had its beginnings.

The conference included the sharing of “‘Baha’i stories,”’ with all of the Baha’is who were present telling the story of how they became Baha’is.

Shown are some of the participants in a New Believers’ ConSerence held January 11-12 at the

An added bounty was a presentation by Chester Kahn, a member of the National Spiritual Assembly, about the presentation in December of “The Promise of World Peace’’ to President Reagan.

The conference ended with an

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Native American Bahá’í Institute in Arizona.

unexpected session of prayer and consultation which resulted in a decision to help a Navajo Baha’i family with the construction of a new home, with materials provided by the family and volunteer labor by the friends. Construction

iS hag! Mary Manybeads (dark dress), a

Navajo elder and a Bahá’í, attended the Council Fire held last

year at the Native American Ba was happily begun on January 25.

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Nebraska Baha’is give peace statement to Omaha Indians

History was made January 26 at the Macy Indian Reservation as the Omaha Indian people were presented a copy of the peace statement from the Universal House of Justice.

More than 50 people attended the ceremony, which was sponsored by the Baha’is of Macy and included prayers, a meal, games and ‘‘world peace’”’ coloring worksheets for the children.

Earlier that day, a pre-dawn prayer session planned by Kay Webster’s family was attended by several Baha’is including Auxiliary Board members Robert Postlethwaite and Ronna Santoscoy.

The Native Americans were visibly touched by the prayers and songs of the Baha’is.

UNIPAR cheered by children’s letters, art work depicting new Temple in India

Art work and letters received from children across the country are delighting UNIPAR and the staff of the Office of the Treasurer.

These lovely gifts are being sent in response to the recent children’s Fund materials focusing on the construction of the House of Worship in India.

Colored pictures of the Temple in India, water colors of lotus blossoms, and original drawings of graceful Indian women balancing bowls on their heads adorn the office walls.

Contributions accompanied all of these loving tokens from the children. Their letters explain the source of the money—from allowances and payment for extra chores around the house to money from a wallet that was thought to

be lost.

UNIPAR is always happy to receive such letters so he can write back to his new friends.

The children’s Fund materials are being presented in a variety of ways. Communities find them a successful addition to their Feasts or weekly children’s classes; families are having fun working on the stories and activities at home.

Additional copies of the materials are available to your community or family. Send your request to the Office of the Treasurer, Baha’i National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091.

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[Page 13]ne The Baha’is of greater Doylestown, Pennsylvania, observed Universal Children’s Day on October 1. A 6-by-12 foot display, designed by Rita Leydon and made by the community, was placed in the children’s reading

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Archives’ Hoagg Papers recount Faith’s presence on world scene

E room at the Melinda Cox Library in Doylestown where it was to remain for a month before traveling throughout the Bucks County library system during 1986. Seated is Helen Underhill with her book God Speaks and Other Poems

which she donated to the library as a part of the observance. Standing (left to right) are Noushin Mahboubi, Krispin Leydon, Bobby Cerruti, Kyra Mumbauer and Neda Mahboubi.

Cedar Rapids Baha’is aren’t keeping ‘Promise’

The Baha’is of Cedar Rapids, Towa, have been busy presenting “The Promise of World Peace’’ to city officials and other groups with more presentations yet to come.

So far, 19 presentation copies and 51 study copies of the peace statement have been presented.

On January 7, the mayor and city commissioners were given copies. Afterward, copies of the statement were given to the news media with a press release about the presentations to the mayor and city council.

Other groups that have received the peace statement include the Linn County chapter of the United Nations Association, the Cedar Rapids-Marion Conference of Clergy, and the Cedar Rapids Civil Rights Commission.

On January 19, copies of ‘‘The Promise of World Peace’ were given to representatives of the NAACP, the Black Coalition, the Black Women’s Civic Organization, and The Sisters as a part of the Spiritual Assembly’s public observance at Coe College of the anniversary of the birth of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Judge Dorothy Nelson peace event speaker

Judge Dorothy W. Nelson, treasurer of the National Spiritual Assembly, was the speaker at a public meeting February 9 in Anaheim, California, sponsored by the Spiritual Assembly of Orange.

About 75 people including several non-Baha’is attended the event whose theme was ‘‘World Peace and Justice.”

Entertainment was by the Inland Empire Choir, a Baha’i group from Riverside County.

As a result of the meeting, an extensive article about Judge Nelson and the Faith appeared in the Orange County Register, which has the largest circulation of any newspuper in the area.

Mayor Donald J. Canney of Cedar Rapids, Iowa (second from left) receives a copy of ‘The Promise of World Peace’ from members of the Spiritual Assembly of

Cedar Rapids (left to right) Margene Nelson-Willis, Jim Siegling and Rohollah Hosseini. The presentation was made January 7. (Photo by Wayne Anderson)

Dissertation on martyrdom available

Several months ago, a doctoral dissertation by Fereshteh Bethel, a Baha’i from Escondido, California, was published by University Microfilms International.

The work, titled ‘‘A Psychological Theory of Martyrdom: A Content Analysis of Personal Documents of Baha’i Martyrs of Iran Written Between 1979 and 1982,” has been referred to by the Universal House of Justice as a “meritorious’’ and ‘‘scholarly’’ work and a “‘marvelous tribute” to the martyrs of the Faith.

In summary, it analyzes the contents of 95 letters, wills and court statements of recent Baha’i martyrs from a psychological perspective and uses eyewitness accounts of Baha’is ar? ~>n-Baha’is for the purpose ot cross-validation.

Among its conclusions is that the belief and response of Baha’i martyrs to persecution and immi nent execution were not according to the typical conventional psychology, in which individuals react to severe social stressors with a negative attitude and behavior, but were of an atypical nature and very positive.

To obtain a copy of this 262-page research study in hard or softcover book form, on microfilm or microfiche, write to University Microfilms International, 300 N. Zeeb Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48106. Order number: 84-17798.

In the U.S., you may call (toll free) 1-800-521-3042 or 1-800-5210600. From Canada, call 1-800343-5299.

You may obtain a cassette tape of a talk given by Dr. Bethel on this topic from Images International, . . Needham Heights, MA 02194 (phone 617-449-7595).

via early International Bureau

The establishment by the Guardian in 1928 of the International Baha’i Bureau in Geneva, Switzerland, served a variety of purposes.

It effectively gave the Faith a presence in the city of the League of Nations and declared its international nature, served as partpublisher, part-translation service to disseminate the Message throughout the European continent, and encouraged its nascent Baha’i community.

Henrietta. Emogene Martin Hoagg, a deepened and consecrated Baha’i and a supremely well-organized person as well, was a wise choice to become one of the Bureau’s early administrators, from 1928-35.

The Emogene Hoagg Papers in the National Baha’i Archives document the Bureau’s efforts to pursue a mission that was well-described by Mrs. Hoagg herself:

“Geneva is certainly a center for international activities along the lines of material, ethical and social interests, and if the Spirit of the blessed Teachings of Bahá’u’lláh and ‘Abdu’l-Bahá can only permeate these activities, think what an effect can be produced on the world!

“It is for such help as to make this International Bureau a possible force in the work here that we are asking your prayerful cooperation ... until it becomes international in character as a body cooperative, through the united interests and efforts of the friends throughout the Baha’i world.”’

Accomplishing such goals with a staff that rarely exceeded four on-site workers was bound to entail difficulties, and the Papers evidence them. The staff had perennial health problems and at times Emogene and her colleague, Julia Culver, had to leave to recuperate.

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She nevertheless managed by mail when necessary, and the Papers contain considerable correspondence with acting managers Anna Lynch and Margaret Lentz.

All levels of Bureau activity are documented: its funding, the work of translation, literature dissemination, contacts with non-Baha’i groups, matters pertaining to its relationship to National Spiritual Assemblies, and its humanitarian efforts on behalf of certain individuals in Geneva.

The challenge of addressing the pressing work despite the divergent personalities of the Bureau staff, teachers Helen Bishop and Julia Goldman, and the young people that the Bureau cared for, permeates the Papers’ Bureau correspondence and notes.

The Emogene Hoagg Papers also document other important chapters in Mrs. Hoagg’s life: 1. her month spent under the tutelage of the renowned Mirzd ‘Abu’l-Fadl in Egypt following her pilgrimage in 1900; 2. her role as lecturer, author and deep student of the Faith, with voluminous notes, detailed diaries and an extensive collection of the words of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá; 3. her activities as a “‘trouble-shooting’’ traveling teacher and deepener on behalf of the Guardian and National Teaching Committee, and her dedication in communicating the need for deepening at the grassroots in Baha’i administrative principles; 4. her service as a pioneer in Cuba, 1940-41; and 5. her resolve to be a homefront pioneer to the end, writing at age 70, “‘If there is no one else, no one younger and with more ‘pep’ who wishes to go to South Carolina, I offer myself.”

Emogene Hoagg passed away at her Charleston post in that portentous state in 1945.

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In February, members of the National Spiritual Assembly toured the newly remodeled offices of the

Baha’i Publishing Trust and Distribution Service. They also visited the warehouse, which was re located last year into the building at 415 Linden Avenue in Wilmette, Illinois. It was their first chance to

see the many changes made by the Publishing Trust and Distribution Service over the past 18 months.

Trust co-publishes new compilations on women, Ḥuqúqu’lláh

Baha’i_ Publications Canada and the Baha’i Publishing Trust are co-publishing two compilations, one on women and another on the Huqtqu’ll4h, from the Research Department of the Universal House of Justice.

Both publications are expected to be delivered to Wilmette in mid-April.

The compilation on women contains the first translations into English of quotations from Bahá’u’lláh on the station of women. Also included are a number of previously untranslated passages from Tablets written by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá.

The compilation is divided into sections on ““The Baha’i Concept of Equality,”” “The Role of Edu cation in the Development of |.

Women,” ‘‘Application of the Principle of Equality to Family Life,”’ ‘Women in the World at Large,” and ‘‘Fostering the Development of Women.’’

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The move has been under study for some time, according to Larry Bucknell, general manager of the Baha’i Publishing Trust, and the decision to implement the change was made in mid-March.

“We have calculated our overall shipping costs,” says Mr. Bucknell, ‘‘and believe that we can absorb the cost of postage into our price structure.

“We'll be adjusting some prices of books and other items to balance out the cost of dropping shipping charges, but the price changes will be small.”

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“Tt will mean that more of our books are available to buyers in Europe, and the complete line of books published in the United Kingdom will be available here.

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Children’s prayer book ready; Divine Art of Living returns

O God, Guide Me!, a prayer book for children, is now available in a new edition with one new prayer and updated translations of others.

The new design features an attractive burgundy cover with silver stamping and a white illustration. The interior text and drawings are printed in brown ink with a red border.

The book contains prayers for divine guidance, spiritual education, protection, spiritual happiness, dawn, obedience to God, healing, light of God, and assistance.

The 22 interracial illustrations delight the eye and help a child conceptualize the meaning of the prayers.

Excellent for family devotions and for fostering a sense of Baha’i identity, O God, Guide Me! also makes a special gift from parents or Spiritual Assemblies to children

and to libraries. It’s available now from the Baha’ Distribution Service in softcover only, $3.75.

The Divine Art of Living has also returned in a handsome new gift edition, updated to meet contemporary needs.

The new edition contains 421 excerpts from the writings, including new selections and translations and two new chaptersone on marriage and one on the day in which we live.

Other topics include prayer and meditation, health and_ healing, tests and difficulties, raising children, death and immortality, and unity and peace.

Full of warm, reassuring passages, The Divine Art of Living is a perfect gift for friends, relatives and seekers, and serves as a special companion for Baha’is.

Available now from the Baha’i Distribution Service in softcover only, $8.95.

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U.S. cutbacks place UN on unsteady financial ground

UNITED NATIONS

This article, which consists of excerpts from the Washington Weekly Report, published by UNA/USA, was prepared for The American Baha’i by the National Spiritual Assembly’s UN Office in New York City. °

The United Nations begins its fifth decade in 1986 with many difficulties, among them the financial crisis it faces as a result of the cutback in U.S.-assessed contributions to the UN System from 25 per cent to 20 per cent as mandated by the Kassebaum Amendment which takes effect October Mg

That reduction, combined with

a probable five per cent cut in U.S. voluntary contributions imposed by the Gramm-RudmanHollings Deficit Reduction Act, means that the UN could face bankruptcy.

The negative mood in Congress which has produced these restrictions, and the lukewarm support of the American public that no longer translates into a mandate for stronger U.S. participation in the United Nations, offers a critical challenge to Baha’is in the U.S.

We must transmit our enthusiasm and support to the American public and convince public officials and the people who elect them that the UN matters.

The Kassebaum Amendment

On August 17, 1985, on signing the fiscal year 1986-87 State

Department authorization into law, President Reagan expressed concern about several UN-related provisions that could affect the ability of the U.S. government to meet its treaty-mandated contributions to the UN System.

Terming the legislation ‘‘...vital to the national security of the United States,’”” Mr. Reagan’s statement nevertheless emphasized that ‘‘a few serious problems are raised, however, by other provisions of the Act, the foremost of which pertain to our relations with the United Nations and its specialized agencies.

“These provisions,’’ he said, “establish conditions that may be impossible to meet within the period of time indicated, thereby requiring reductions in U.S. payments of assessed and voluntary contributions. Activities of these organizations of importance to the United States could be deleteriously affected as a result.’’

President Reagan’s statement made particular reference to the Kassebaum Amendment, sponsored by Sen. Nancy Kassebaum of Kansas, which mandates a reduction of U.S.-assessed contributions to the UN and 10 specialized agencies’ budgets unless weighted voting on budgetary matters is adopted in each of the agencies.

The provision in the bill sent to the President stipulates: ‘‘Such voting rights shall be proportionate to the contribution of each member state to the budget of the United Nations and its specialized agencies.””

Appearing before two subcommittees of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs last December

On Friday, January 3, a fourmember Bahd’{ delegation from Illinois’ 16th Congressional District presented a copy of ‘The Promise of World Peace’ to U.S. Congresswoman Lynn Martin (seated). The delegation included Margaret Clayton of Roscoe Township, Mike Mandeville of

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and Judy Moe and Earl Rowe of Rockford. In accepting the peace statement, Congresswoman Martin expressed knowledge of the Baha’i House of Worship in Wilmette and concern over the situation of Baha’is in Iran.

4, Elliot L, Richardson, chairman of the United Nations Association (UNA) called congressional adoption of the Kassebaum amendment ‘‘counter-productive’’ and maintained that it jeopardizes American influence at the UN.

“By demanding what is unachievable, namely weighted voting,” he said, ‘‘it (the amendment) greatly complicates the task of securing more far-reaching major improvements in UN management and performance which are more achievable today than they have been for decades.””

The amendment, he noted, “seeks no cuts in spending, and no program or administrative improvements, no fiscal or management reform. ...

“Rather than using our influence within the system to promote the kinds of changes we want to see, the Kassebaum Amendment requires the U.S. to commit an illegal act by unilaterally refusing to meet our dues commitment to the UN.”

Mr. Richardson urged the government to ‘‘sort out our priorities for the future, to decide what kind of UN we want, and work aggressively to make it a reality.’’

In conclusion, he termed the political ate at the UN “‘a more propitious time for revitalizing the UN than any period I can recall.

“With constructive U.S. leadership and the support of Congress,” he said, “‘there is now an enormous amount that the UN can do to improve its ability and its reputation for grappling with major global problems.”

As of February, in its fiscal 1987 budget submission to Congress, the administration foresees withholding $79.1 million in U.S.assessed contributions to the UN System as a result of the Kassebaum Amendment’s implementation.

At present, neither the UN nor any of its specialized agencies has formally undertaken a process that would lead to weighted voting on budgetary matters. Many experts argue that such an action would require modification of the UN Charter itself.

Meanwhile, the UN recently announced the formation of a group cf experts to review inter-organizational decision-making, an idea proposed by Japanese representatives during the 40th General Assembly.

Canton Baha’is plan to distribute 20,000 statement summaries

During a 20-week period (May 1-September 30), the Baha’is of Canton, Ohio, plan to distribute 20,000 copies of the summary of the peace statement, ‘‘The Promise of World Peace,”’ to people in the Canton area, one copy for each of the 20,000 early martyrs of the Faith.

During that same time, the community plans to sponsor three billboards in the area and 20 bus posters using either the ‘“‘Wage Peace’’ theme or another global theme.

These efforts will be buttressed by a series of firesides and deepenings centered around the themes contained in the peace statement.

Gramm-Rudman-Hollings Deficit Reduction Act

As a result of the passage of this Act last December, U.S. voluntary contributions to the UN programs were to undergo broad cuts effective March 1.

The 1987 budget, submitted to Congress on February 5, foresees $186 million in U.S. voluntary contributions to international

organizations and programs in 1987, about $80 million less than the present level appropriated by Congress.

Hardest hit by the reductions would be UNDP—the United Nations Development Program, from the present $142.1 million to $102.5 million, and UNICEF, down from $51.4 million to $34.2 million.

Can you identify anyone in this picture?

This is a@ photograph of an early group of Baha’is in New York City. If you can identify anyone in the picture, please write to the Na tional Bahd’! Archives, Bahá’í National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091.

Bosch Baha’i School hosts conference for urban Assemblies on West Coast

Members of eight local Spiritual Assemblies gathered at the Bosch Baha’ School last November 8-10 for a West Coast Urban Assemblies Conference.

Assemblies represented at the conference, one of a series of such gatherings called for by the National Spiritual Assembly, were Seattle, Washington; Portland, Oregon; and San Jose, San Diego, Long Beach, San Francisco, Santa Monica and Los Angeles, California.

Also taking part in the conference were Counsellors Fred Schechter and Velma Sherrill; Dr. Robert Henderson, secretary of the National Spiritual Assembly; Juana Conrad, a member of the National Teaching Committee; and six Auxiliary Board membe! Opal Conner, Joyce Dahl, Ed Diliberto, Margaret Gallagher, Marsha Gilpatrick and Jim Schoppert.

Following opening remarks on Saturday by Counsellors Schechter and Sherrill and Dr. Henderson, each of the Assemblies presented its own community profile including its concerns and listing its successes.

After consultation, it was decided to focus workshop consultation on the major concerns expressed in those reports, namely, (1) internal administration, (2) external administration, (3) apathy/activation, (4) teaching, and (5) integration of the community.

Among the topics discussed under external administration were handling personal problems, delegating the work of the Assembly, and the feasibility of having paid staff and local Baha’i Centers.

External administration dealt primarily with the question of

how our Baha’i communities relate to the rest of the world and the means we employ to reach out to the larger community.

Language, it was pointed out, is a major barrier to integrating the community. Several Assemblies are offering ESL classes; some are using translation tapes. Various means are employed to help ensure participation at Feasts. The key is, translation must be provided.

A lengthy discussion of teaching concluded, among other things, that campaigns should be kept simple and not over-organized, teaching must take precedence on Assembly agendas, and that we teach by example—deeds, not words.

The discussion of apathy/awakening emphasized the ways which to help larger communities become spiritually motivated and uplifted.

Sunday’s session was centered primarily on three issues: (1) administrative concerns, (2) teaching, enrollment and declaration, and (3) the ‘‘most challenging issue’”’ of eliminating racial prejudice.

The conference closed with a strong indication from everyone that more such meetings are needed, and it was agreed to look toward 1986 at about the same time for a follow-up event.

WANTED: The National Baha’i Archives is seeking state and district voting lists used in State and District Conventions for the period 1952-1967. Anyone having lists they could donate is asked to contact the National Baha’ Archives, Bahd’{ National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091. [Page 17]INTERMEDIA

News from Office of Public Information

By cooperating with other communities in its district, the Baha’i community of Visalia, California, has been able to sponsor television spots once a day for a month on one of the local network channels. They have set a goal of a spot a day for one year.

The Baha’i Group in Poland, Ohio, celebrated the 40th anniversary of the United Nations at the local chapter’s annual dinner. A Baha’i, Dr. Kong T. Oh, chaired the public meeting whose keynote speaker was the Bishop of the Youngstown Diocese. The Baha’is presented the Bishop with the peace statement and received a warm letter of thanks from him. The UN event, which attracted publicity in Youngstown’s only local paper, included quotes from the Baha’i Writings and the “Prayer for America” in the program.

WRIU-EM, the campus radio station at Rhode Island University, is airing the 20-minute show ‘‘Many People, Many Places,’’ the first Baha’i program to be broadcast in that state. Recent topics have included a discussion of the culture of Antigua, development projects among fishermen in Third World countries, the travels of Florence Mayberry, and an interview with Counselor Robert Harris on the Faith and its teachings for personal growth and world peace. Future programs are planned about Israel, the Falkland Islands, and social and economic development around the world. If you are traveling in Rhode Island and wish to be a guest on the program, contact the Mullers, 401-789-5336.

When Baha’is in Federal Way, Washington, sent a press release about World Religion Day to their local paper, their PI representative received a call to come to the office for an interview. The articles that resulted appeared on the front page of The News’ religion section. They featured six column-inches of copy about the teachings of the Faith. Also included was contact information for the local Baha’i community.

The spirit of the Campaign of Unified Action was evident when the Spiritual Assemblies of New York City and Albany worked with the New York State Legislature to pass a resolution proclaiming the third Sunday in January ‘‘World Religion Day.’’ Efforts are now under way to make it an annual observance in New York state.

The Baha’i community of Colorado Springs, Colorado, received four column inches of press coverage for their Martin Luther King Day program. The public was invited to an impressive event that included the

The American Baha’i / April 1986 / 17

Work’s the same, but new name is Office of Public Information

The national Baha’i Office of Public Affairs is now the Baha’i Office of Public Information. The function of the office remains the same; that is, developing and serving the national Baha’ Public Information Network.

The National Spiritual Assembly Office of External Affairs in New Haven, Connecticut, is responsible for contact with the federal government, national organizations and nationally prominent individuals. The function of public information is a more accurate description of the type of work done at the National Center in Wilmette.

following speakers: June Walker, president of the Colorado Black Women for Political Action (‘‘The National and Global Effects of Martin Luther King’s Movement”’); Dahlia Lynn, director of the UCCS’ Office of Affirmative Action (‘The Impact of Martin Luther King Jr. on the Role of Education in Social Change’’); Dr. M. Messner, a mem Pueblo, as Baha’i Adibeh Mullen looks on. A nine-member Bahá’í delegation whose members included blacks, an Hispanic, a Native

American, a Nepalese and a Persian, met with the governor February 6 at his office in Albuquerque. (Photo by Jim Hopper)

Governor Toney Anaya of New Mexico receives a copy of ‘The Promise of World Peace’ from Emma Fragua, a member of the

ber of Physicians for Social Responsibility (‘The Indispensability of World Peace and the Role of the Individual’’); and Donald McCardle, a member of the Baha’i community (‘The Moral Philosophy of Dr. Martin Luther King and Its Implications for the Modern Age’’).

The Spiritual Assembly of Durham, North Carolina, received ample press coverage for its presentation of the peace statement to Congressman Tim Valentine. About two weeks before the event, they sent a press release to three Durham newspapers and some suburban papers, and several days before the presentation, they telephoned the city editors of the two Durham dailies to remind them of it. They then visited the papers and presented the city editors advance copies of ‘The Promise of World Peace.” Results: the Durham Morning Herald gave them a four column-inch article headed ‘Valentine to Receive Baha’i Peace Statement.’’ The Durham Sun ran an 11 column-inch photo of one of the Baha’is with the congressman, and published a 44 column-inch article ii cluding a photo headed ‘‘Baha’is Taking Root in Durham” on the front page of the paper’s second section. The Assembly reports that the peace statement has opened doors that for years had been closed.

The Assembly can also take credit for excellent coordinating and advance planning—both were major keys to their success. LET’S HEAR YOUR STORY!

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SAMPLE PRESS RELEASE FOR THE PEACE STATEMENT

(CONTACT’S NAME, ADDRESS AND TELEPHONE NUMBER) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

(CITY, STATE, DATE)—Representatives of the Baha’i Faith today presented (FILL IN THE NAME. OF THE DIGNITARY, or REPRESENTATIVE OF ORGANIZATION) a statement on world peace recently issued by the international governing body of the Baha’is, the Universal House of Justice.

On December 10 that same statement was presented to President Reagan at a special White House Human Rights Day program to which all nine members of the governing body of the Bah’is of the United States were invited. A personal presentation was also made to the Secretary General of the United Nations and to nearly 80 (USE THE MOST CURRENT FIGURE AVAILABLE) heads of state or their representatives.

“The Promise of World Peace”’ is the first formal document to be addressed by the Bahd’{s to the peoples of the world. It was issued on the occasion of the United Nations International Year of Peace. In over 200 countries, the statement is being delivered by Baha’is to leaders of political, academic, religious and social organizations and to state, national and international officials. In (YOUR STATE) Governor (NAME) and (‘ LL’’ or ‘““NUMBER’’) state legislators (WILL BE or HAVE BEEN) presented the statement, to date.

According to (NAME and Baha’i TITLE, or LOCAL BAHA’{ SPOKESPERSON IF NO TITLE), “The Promise of World Peace’’ defines the root causes of war and disunity and outlines a course of action for their elimination. ‘‘We offer it as a source of hope and feel that its message is of special importance to leaders, organizations and individuals at the grassroots level,’” (REPEAT LAST NAME) said. “Their involvement in the peace process is crucial to its eventual success.””

The Baha’ Faith began in Iran in 1844 and has over 4,000,000 followers worldwide; 100,000 in the United States. Baha’is believe that certain barriers must be overcome before peace can be achieved. Among these barriers are racism, unrestrained nationalism, religious conflict, the unequal status of women and lack of both a universal language and universal education.

INSTRUCTIONS

YOU MAY USE THIS SAMPLE RELEASE (OR PREPARE ONE OF YOUR OWN) TO PROVIDE INFORMATION TO THE MEDIA ABOUT YOUR PRESENTATION OF THE PEACE STATEMENT TO INDIVIDUALS OR ORGANIZATIONS.

PLEASE RETYPE IT ON 8 1/2-INCH BY 11-INCH PAPER, DOUBLE-SPACE AND FILL IN THE INFORMATION AS SPECIFIED. AN ACCOMPANYING BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOGRAPH OF THE OCCASION WILL ADD INTEREST TO THE REPORT. FOR A “HOW-TO” PACKET ON SENDING OUT PRESS MATERIALS, SEND A STAMPED, SELF-ADDRESSED ENVELOPE TO THE BAHA'I OFFICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION, WILMETTE, ILLINOIS 60091.

You can also include information about other Baha’i peace activities that you are planning or that have already taken place. Information with a local slant is much more likely to get published. Be sure to replace some of the general paragraphs above so you don’t add too much length to the release.

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BAHA’?| CROSSWORD

ACROSS

1. ‘Divine ——— demands that the rights of both sexes should be equally respected ...”” (‘Abdu’l-Bahá)

5. ‘So long as these two wings are not equivalent, the bird will not ——.’’ (‘Abdu’l-Bahá)

10. ‘Force is losing its weight .. and mental alertn and the spiritual qualities in which woman is strong are gaining ascendancy.” (‘Abdu’l-Bahá)

13. “... for each is the complement of the —-——.”’ (‘Abdu’l-Bahá)

14, Vane (scrambled).

15. ———ing; contending.

16. To forbid. The Bab was the first Prophet to —— the practice

that required women always to appear veiled in public.

18. Biting; agreeably sharp to the taste.

20. ‘‘——— before God depends not on sex, but on purity and luminosity of heart.” (‘Abdu’l-Bahá)

22. To bog down.

23. New York (abbrev.).

24. Mr. (Spanish).

25. Overtime (abbrev.).

UPCOMING COURSES at the Amoz Gibson Centre Arecibo, Puerto Rico

June 23-July 6: Introduction to Development Media. A two-week introductory course designed to give students a general overview of development media as well as hands-on practice in the basics of graphic arts, music, audio-visual presentations, radio, the press, and more. Principal instructors: Amoz Gibson Centre staff. Languages of instruction: English, Spanish.

July 7-13: Media and International Baha’i Service. A special one-week institute designed to prepare Baha’is who will participate in Youth Year of Service projects or other international Baha’i service. Sessions on pioneering, travel teaching, living abroad, use of the media, cross-cultural communication, learning a foreign language, and Spanish. Principal instructors: Randie Gottlieb, Tom Sousa. Language of instruction: English.

July 14-August 3: Baha’i Radio

26. Cease (scrambled). 29. Nickel (abbre )30. For the first time in the history of revealed religion, Bahd’u’ll4h ——— the equality of men and women.

32. ‘‘Woman’s lack of progress has been due to her — of equal education and opportunity.”’ (‘Abdu’l-Bahá)

34. “If there is not enough money in the family to ——— both the girl and the boy, the money must be dedicated to the girl’s educa

tion, for she is the potential mother.”’ (‘Abdu’!-Baha) DOWN

1. The watchword of ——— in

diversity is the animating purpose of the world-wide Law of Baha’w’'llah.

3. Time (scrambled).

4. ““——— of the sexes is, for Baha’is, a spiritual and moral standard essential for the unification of the planet.’’

6. Veil (scrambled).

7. You (scrambled).

8. “Until womankind reaches the same degree as man ... humanity cannot ——— its way to heights

Broadcasting. A three-week general level course designed to train students in the fundamentals of radio broadcasting with emphasis on Radio Baha’i. Principal instructors: Susan McLaren, Al Segen. Languages of instruction: English, Spanish.

August 30: Homemade exhibits. From silk-screen to PVC, a one-day do-it-yourself graphics workshop designed for the Baha’is of Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. Principal instructor: Chuck Smith. Languages of instruction: English, Spanish.

of real attainment.’? (‘Abdu’l-Bahá)

9. Spiritual quality; opposite of hate.

11. To examine.

12. ‘*... for it is the mother who rears, —— and guides the growth of the child.”” (‘Abdu’l-Bahá)

16. ‘‘Humanity is like a —— with its two wings ... the one is male, the other female.” (‘Abdu’l-Bahá)

17. Hence the new —— will be an — less masculine and more permeated with the feminine ideals ...’’ (‘Abdu’l-Bahá)

19. Bachelor of Arts (initials). 20. Reflecting the attributes of

21. Toward the inside of. 22. Opposite sex (to a woman). 24. “‘O Children of Men! Know ye not why We created you from the —— dust? ...’’ (Bahá’u’lláh) 25. Cord (scrambled). 26. Something that often leads to the solution of a mystery. 27. The organ of hearing. 28. Yes (Spanish). 31. Slice open. 33. Edward (abbrev.).

Answers on page 30

December 22-January 11: Development Communication. An intensive three-week general level course for Baha’is and others interested in the use of appropriate media and technology for international development. Emphasis on fostering local participation, collaboration and control. Principal instructors: Kurt Hein, Anita Jorgensen. Languages of instruction: English, Spanish.

For more information, write to the Amoz Gibson Training Centre, Rio Arriba, Arecibo, Puerto Rico 00612.

Dr. King remembered at Oregon school

On January 21, Mary Howard, a Baha’i from Redmond, Oregon, spoke to more than 200 children at Kenwood Elementary School in Bend about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his impact on her life.

Her presentation was the only formal recognition by public schools in this town of more than 17,000 (mostly white’ people of the anniversary of Dr. King’s

birth.

Ms. Howard, who was raised in Louisiana as the daughter of a share-cropper, well remembers the many indignities suffered by blacks before Dr. King’s civil rights crusades began.

She told the children that “if Martin Luther King were here today, he would tell you to continue your education and always stand up for what you believe.’”

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mittee also receives requests for teaching materials in Khmer (Cambodian) and Hmong from all parts of the country, and every few weeks we hear news that someone who was taught the Faith, and perhaps enrolled, in one of the refugee camps in Thailand or the Philippines has been “found”? through these teaching efforts.

Translations of the peace statement in Lao and Hmong will soon be available thanks to the efforts of active Lao and Hmong teachers who were once themselves in refugee camps and are now a part of the American community.

In Portland, Oregon, the wellattended children’s classes of the Asian Baha’i School continue to be held every Friday evening.

Among the recent successes are the ‘*Yellow Rose Project”’ in east Texas, and the ‘Trail of Light” tour through northern and central California.

Yellow Rose will continue indefinitely, while there have been requests for the Trail of Light to return to California in August with one team traveling from the north and one from the south, both meeting together at the Baha’i Peace Conference in San Francisco over the Labor Day weekend.

Baha’is on the Uintah-Ouray Reservation in Utah have recently taken the initiative to form a Spiritual Assembly by joint declaration. Meanwhile, Indian Baha’is planned a successful social activity to foster unity on the Lummi Indian Reservation in Washington state, and the all-Indian Assembly on the Nez Perce Reservation in Idaho sponsored a successful observance of the anniversary of the birth of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Baha’is in North Dakota have arranged for a Baha’i who is an Alaskan Native elder to visit the Baha’is on North Dakota Reservations and help with the presentation of the peace statement to the tribal chairman. He will also speak at their winter school.

In Wyoming, plans are being made for a youth summer project on the Wind River Reservation, while in northern Minnesota, fairly regular teaching activity takes place on weekends.

There are five new Baha’is on the Gila River Reservation in Arizona where at least 56 tribal chairmen, and in some cases the tribal council, will receive personal presentations of the peace statement.

The National Spiritual Assembly has given the American Indian Teaching Committee responsibility for coordinating the presentation of the peace statement to tribal leaders and councils; Assemblies wishing to make such presentations should contact the AITC at the Baha’ National Center.

The expansion and consolidation of the Faith in South Carolina has continued during the winter; most of the new believers. there are black. Washington, D.C., has recently enrolled 40 black believers, and there have been several declarations among blacks in Kansas.

These are only a few highlights of teaching activity among people whose racial and cultural diversity will bring new ideas and expressions of spiritual understanding to enrich the American Baha’i community as we proceed into the fourth epoch of the Formative Age of our development in North America.

There are no doubt many more stories of activities and events to share with one another. The National Teaching Committee would like very much to hear of such teaching activity.

Baha’i’s works shown

Works by Auxiliary Board member James Schoppert were among those displayed in January at a Contemporary Northwest Coast Art Exhibition at the Sacred Circle Gallery of American Indian Art in Seattle, Washington.

Mr. Schoppert, who received his BFA in sculpture and printmaking from the University of Alaska, Anchorage, and his MFA in sculpture from the University of Washington, has had his work included in the collections of Rainier Bank, the Washington State Arts Commission, the PACCAR Corporation, and the Delta Corporation. [Page 19]

Development of Cause of God

We are about to enter, as the Universal House of Justice indicated in its message of January 2, 1986, the fourth epoch of the Formative Age of the Dispensation of Bahá’u’lláh.

It is worthwhile, at this juncture in the history of the Faith, to look back and see where we have come from, what tests and trials we have undergone. How have we, as a world community, striven to fulfill our vision and goal of unity in diversity?

How have we, the American Baha’i community, been able to utilize the opportunities that world events, in accordance with God’s major Plan, have placed at our disposal—the Southeast Asian, Persian and Haitian refugees, for example, in addition to the persecution of the Cause in Iran.

To help answer these questions, we present here a part of a talk by the Hand of the Cause of God Amatu’l-Bahá Rúḥíyyih Khanum who spoke to Baha’i youth giving them some insights into what prompts the Baha’is to pioneer to distant lands to carry the healing Message of Baha’u’llah to all the peoples of the world.

The participation of friends from Southeast Asia and from Persia in the Baha’i process and experience in the U.S., and to a lesser degree in some other Baha’i communities, in recent years has indeed been a living testimony to the fulfillment of what she had said many times in the mid-’60s.

We should recognize, however, that the work of integrating the Baha’i refugees into the U.S. is not yet over. Indeed, a wider vision of integration would include not only the Baha’i refugees but indeed every active member of the American Baha’i community who, one and all, will have to integrate into an age the promises and potentialities of which will carry us through the successive stages of the Formative Age and on to the threshold of the Golden Era of the Baha’i Faith.

“I think we have to recognize the fact,’’ Amatu’l-Bahá Rúḥíyyih Khanum told the youth, ‘‘and as Baha’is we have to get it firmly fixed in our heads, that this religion of Bahá’u’lláh is not going to be an American religion, it’s not going to be a Persian religion, it’s not going to be a religion that wells out of the corrupt springs of our decaying civilization ...

“This religion is going to be something to which all men are going to bring their contribution to this World Faith of Bahá’u’lláh, this World Order of Bahá’u’lláh. It is going to be built by everybody.

“And perhaps when the day comes that the American Indian, the African villager, the Asiatic villager, has come forward in the service of the Faith, and his voice is more often heard in our councils, then perhaps we will begin to have a glimmering of what the outline of the future World Order will be. But it’s not what we have now, nor what civilization has, nor what we have as American Baha’is, nor what the Persian Baha’is have as Persian Baha’is. It doesn’t exist. It has just put its head above the ground.

-“In our Administrative Order is the germ of the World Order. And even our Administrative Order is only very slowly developing. It’s becoming understood, according to Baha’i administration as taught to us by Shoghi Effendi, it is becoming increasingly understood by people who are used to thinking in terms of administrating. But it doesn’t mean that that’s the whole of the Baha’i Faith, or the only way that it can be understood.

“There are going to be contributions made to the Baha’i administration and to the World Order by all the people of the world who enter into the Baha’i Faith.””

Amatu’l-Baháé Ruhtyyih Khanum, talk on “‘Pioneering: Challenge to Bahá’í Youth,” at the National Baha’i Youth Conference, 1970 (Baha’i Publishing Trust, Wilmette, IL). Parts of the talk including some of the above is included in the movie “‘It’s Just the Beginning,”’ which has highlights from that conference.

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CLASSIFIEDS

Classified notices in The American Baha’i are published free of charge as a service to the Bahá’í community. Because of this, notices are limited to items relating to the Faith; no personal or commercial messages can be accepted Sor publication. The opportunities referred to have not been approved by the National Spiritual Assembly; the friends should exercise their own judgment in responding to them.

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EMPLOYMENT

ATTENTION Six Year Planners! Are you looking for a new and challenging way to use your skills and experience to serve the Faith? Consider joining the staff at the Baha’i National Center as we serve the ongoing and rapidly expanding needs of the Faith. All positions are paid and offer generous benefits. Following is a list of current vacancies: Administrator (Baha’i House of Worship Activities Committee). Must be experienced in managing or directing an organization of volunteers. Establishes good relations with outside agencies and civic organizations, arranges and conducts tours and programs. Sponsors and hosts special events for the National Spiritual Assembly. Must have effective public speaking skills, general management abilities, and the capacity to interact with dignitaries, public officials and the general population. Must be well-deepened in the Baha’i teachings. Secretarial assistant (Persian/American Affairs). A non-Persian speaking position that provides clerical support, greets visitors, makes appointments, helps with other projects. Good secretarial and organizational skills, typing of 55 wpm are necessary, together with a pleasant demeanor and telephone manner. Records clerk (Membership and Records, Persian desk). Helps maintain the central files related to Persian believers, processes Persian transfers and address changes, translates and responds to correspondence, handles telephone inquiries, performs data entry. Good eyesight, typing (55 wpm), and written and verbal fluency in English are necessary. Pioneer consultant (International Goals Committee). Recruits, trains and counsels prospective pioneers, corresponds with and advises pioneers in the field. Must be mature with the ability to understand political environments, climate, travel, languages, jobs and other adjustments required of individual pioneers or families. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. Strong organizational skills, general office experience and typing are required. Pioneering experience preferred. Administrative assistant (International Goals Committee). Drafts correspondence, maintains statistical records on pioneers, helps with the preparation of ‘‘Pioneer Post,’’ coordinates and arranges Pioneer Training Institutes, and manages the physical aspects of the office such as ordering supplies and maintaining records. Strong organizational skills and an ability to work under pressure are required, as are a solid command of the

English language and typing skills of 50 wpm. Familiarity with an Apple Ile word processor and some international experience would be helpful. Fund education coordinators (Office of the Treasurer). Two vacancies to be filled in May and August. Helps administer a nationwide program to strengthen the Baha’i Fund by coordinating the National Treasurer’s Representative program and by responding to inquiries pertaining to the Fund from the field. College education, strong organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills and a firm knowledge of the Baha’i writings are necessary. If you would like to explore this unique form of service or know of someone who may, please contact Karen Crenshaw, Department of Human Resources, Baha’i National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091 (phone 312-869- 9039).

SUMMER jobs at the Green Acre Baha’i School: cooks, program directors, staff for the children’s and youth programs, nursery supervisor, book sales, librarian, kitchen help, housekeepers. Please contact the Green Acre Baha’i School, P.O. Box 17, Eliot, ME 03903.

BROADCAST engineer: WLGI Radio Baha’i needs the regular, reliable assistance of a broadcast engineer on an occasional basis. If you are experienced in that field, live in the eastern U.S., and might be able to volunteer your services to WLGI, please write to WLGIRadio Baha’i,

Hemingway, SC 29554, or phone 803-558-2977.

THE NATIONAL Spiritual Assembly of Taiwan needs a manager for its Publishing Trust. The position requires a background in sales, promotion and business administration. Duties include the daily operation of the Trust and sales strategy planning. A single

. person is preferred. For more in formation, contact the International Goals Committee, Baha’i National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091, or phone 312-869-9039.

WANTED: A qualified individual for the position of administrative assistant to the National Spiritual Assembly’s United Nations Representative in New York. The administrative assistant oversees the day-to-day operation of the office and provides various administrative and secretarial services. The position requires a B.A. degree with good oral and written communication skills and typing of at least 60 wpm. If you are qualified and interested in applying for the position, please send a resumé to Shiva Tavana, UN Representative, Baha’is of the United States,

New York, NY 10017.

THE BAHA’{ International Community’s UN Office invites applications for the position of Special Assistant in Human Rights. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree or, if more mature, equivalent experience, preferably in social sciences or international law/relations. For more information and an application, write to the Baha’i International Community, UN Office, 866 UN Plaza, Suite 444, New York, NY 10017.

NURSES and allied health personnel: Midland, in the middle of the West Texas oil fields at the northeastern corner of the Chihuahua desert, needs you to help

save its endangered Assembly. The county hospital has many openings. For information about the area and what jobs are presently available, write to Dean Rec tor, . Midland, TX 79707.

THE NATIONAL Spiritual Assembly’s Office of External Affairs is seeking help for its offices in New York City and New Haven, Connecticut. The Office of External Affairs is responsible for contact with the U.S. government, national news media, national organizations and prominent individuals. Needed are an assistant manager (New Haven office): Helps with projects relating to U.S. government, national media, national organizations and ividuals. One to two years’ administrative or management experience required. Proven excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary (please send no more than two writing samples) as well as strong organizational ability and typing skills. Secretary (New Haven office): Acts as receptionist, types correspondence and maintains files in fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Previous office experience, good telephone manners and typing 60 wpm are necessary with word processing experience desirable. Administrative assistant (to U.S. UN Representative, New York City): Helps U.S./UN Rep to prepare for briefings and conferences, and with special projects. Maintains correspondence files and accounts. High energy, college degree, good verbal and written communication skills, typing of 55 wpm are essential. Basic accounting skills and public speaking ability are desirable. Those who are interested in applying for service at the Office of External Affairs should write directly to that office, _ New Haven, CT 06510.

THE BAHA’I International Community invites applications for the full-time position of administrative assistant. Candidates should have excellent typing skills (65+ wpm, accurate), experience with word processing via computer, dictaphone transcription, and filing. A highly organized work pattern is necessary to deal with deadlines and a fast-paced schedule. Knowledge of other languages helpful but not required. For more information and an application, write to the Baha’i International Community, UN Office, 866 United Nations Plaza, Suite 444, New York, NY 10017.

THE LOUHEHEN Baha’i School is taking applications for summer staff positions for July August 1986. Positions include assistant registrar, housekeeper, grounds/maintenance, assistant librarian, volunteer coordinator, public relations assistant, child education coordinator, kitchen workers, and recreation director. Compensation includes room and board and a modest stipend. Applicants must be at least 17 years old. Send a letter and resumé to the Louhelen Baha’i School, 3208 S. State Road, Davison, MI 48423.

PIONEERS (OVERSEAS)

AN INTERNATIONAL school in Thailand has several openings for its fall semester. Positions needed are secondary school principal, activities/athletics director, psychologist, counselor, speech

therapist, physical education (elementary and secondary), librarian, and teachers of English, geography/social studies, physics, physical science, earth science, history, Spanish, business, math, music and elementary education. Requirements are a bachelor’s degree for teaching positions and a master’s degree for administrative, a certificate in teaching or administration, and two years’ experience. There is a possibility for a stateside interview. For more information, contact the International Goals Committee, Baha’i National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091 (phone 312-869-9039).

KOREA needs a clinical pathologist for a 650-bed hospital center/medical school. Contract conditions are negotiable. For more details, contact the International Goals Committee, Baha’i National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091, or phone 312-869-9039.

KWAJALEIN Atoll in the Marshall Islands needs a dentures technician for support services contract for U.S. expatriate employees. Duties include construction of upper and lower dentures, plastic manipulation for metal partials and simple partials without metal, repair of plastic portion of dental prosthesis, and repair of broken clasps and metal partials. Applicants should have an AA degree in dental lab technology and certification with at least five years’ recent dental lab experience including one year as a set-up person for full dentures. For more information, contact the International Goals Committee, Bahd’{ National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091, or phone 312869-9039.

INSTRUCTIONAL Materials A-V Associate is needed for the International Maize and Wheat Import Center, a non-profit agricultural research and development organization in Mexico. Duties include developing training materials for use in the Center’s inservice training courses. Applicants should have a degree in agricultural communication or a related field, a working knowledge of Spanish, and experience in the development of training materials using audio-visual components. For more details, contact the International Goals Committee, Baha’ National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091 (phone 312-869-9039).

LESOTHO: Computer programmer wanted for a modest tool and building material retail store owned by a Baha’i. The applicant should be proficient in programming a multi-user system in COBOL. Computer is a 16 1/0 CPU with CP/M-86 and MP/M86 operating system. Duties would include improving and developing COBOL software systems, data management and general supervision. If you are interested in applying, write to the International Goals Committee, Baha’i National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091, or phone 312-869-9039.

OVERSEAS pioneers: the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is recruiting accountants to serve in countries throughout Asia, Africa and Latin America. Those hired will eventually assume positions as controllers at AID overseas posts. Requirements include a bachelor’s degree with a CPA or an MBA/ MS with a minimum of 24 semester hours in accounting, U.S. citizenship, and at least three

years’ relevant experience. Salary range is $27,000-$40,000 depending on education and experience. To apply, send a completed SF-171, or resumé, to: Agency for International Development, Recruitment Office, M/PM/R, Washington, D.C. 20523. If you are being considered for a position, please contact the International Goals Committee, Baha’i National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091 (phone 312-869-9039).

AN EXECUTIVE secretary is needed to work for a Counselor in American Samoa, both for his business and his Baha’i work. Besides having good typing skills, this person needs to be able to take shorthand. A couple might be able to fill the position if the spouse can find employment in computers, mechanics, plumbing or technical fields. If you are interested, please contact the International Goals Committee, Baha’i National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091 (phone 312-869-9039).

MAURITANIA, an important goal country, has two positions available in agriculture: a field manager to oversee local staff of field agents, conduct agricultural tests, record and analyze results, and perform necessary tasks in administration, procurement, recruitment, and relations with the local government and USAID; and an agricultural adviser to work with a pilot project in a remote area testing irrigation and other innovations. The latter position requires fluency in French and/or Arabic, plus graduate study in agriculture and research/ statistics, and preferably two years’ experience in Africa. An intern status or credit-for-work program could be arranged for graduate students. For more information contact the International Goals Committee, Baha’i National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091 (phone 312-869-9039).

JOB opportunity for a gymnast in Trinidad and Tobago. Must be a qualified physical education trainer/instructor and be experienced in working with youth and adults. More information can be obtained from the International Goals Committee, Baha’i National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091 (phone 312-869-9039).

PIONEERS (HOMEFRONT)

THE SPIRITUAL Assembly of South Tucson, Arizona, is in jeopardy and requests that potential homefront pioneers contact Mrs. ‘‘Wini’’ Byrd,

Tucson, AZ 85713 (phone 602-882-3041). An ideal spot for individuals attracted to Hispanic culture and a warm climate.

AT LEAST three adult Baha’is are needed to help re-form the Spiritual Assembly of Commerce City, Colorado, at Ridvan. Commerce City, a suburb of Denver, is a racially diverse town, open and friendly, with housing available to fit all needs and resources, and is close to all kinds of employment and educational opportunities. Baha’is will find unlimited teaching opportunities as well. Please contact Belinda Boren, secretary, Spiritual Assembly of the Baha’is of Commerce City, P.O. Box 772, Commerce City, CO 80037, or Phone 303-288-4029 or 303-2891035.

ST. PETERS, Missouri, a suburb of St. Louis with a Group of three adult Baha’is, is an extension teaching goal of the Spiritual [Page 25]

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Assembly of St. Charles County. Homefront pioneers or those who are being transferred to this area are asked to consider this fullservice residential community with parks, pools and other amenities. Many teaching and proclamation activities have taken place in St. Peters including a memorial garden donated by the Baha’is. For details, contact the Spiritual Assembly of St. Charles County, P.O. Box 1361, St. Charles, MO 63302.

DEVOTED and mature homefront pioneers are needed on the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation in Arizona. Jobs are often available for elementary and junior high school teachers and for doctors, nurses, dentists, radiologists and others in the health or education fields. The school district and Indian Health Service provide housing. If you enjoy outdoor recreation and rural living, consider applying to: Tom Morgan, superintendent, Rice School District No. 20, P.O. Box 207, San Carlos, AZ 85550 (include resumé and transcripts). Health professionals, write to: U.S. Indian Health Service, Personnel Branch, 3738 N. 16th St., Suite A, Phoenix, AZ 85016 (and request an application). For more facts about the San Carlos area and/or the above information, phone Karen English in Globe, Arizona, at 602425-3704.

HELP save an Assembly and be close to the action at the Amoz Gibson Project! Pierre and Vermillion, South Dakota, need homefront pioneers. For more information, please phone Larry Scott, 605-747-2302.

DIVERSITY is sought by the Baha’i communities of Mesa County and Palisade, in western Colorado, with 11 per cent Hispanic population and small numbers of blacks and Asians. We’re ooking for individuals who would like to relocate to this lovely area and help us diversify our Baha’i communities. Bi-lingual and bicultural skills are badly needed. Contact P.O. Box 4089, Grand Junction, CO 81502.

HOMEFRONT pioneers are needed to help maintain the Spiritual Assembly of Noble, Oklahoma. Students are welcome. Noble is a five-minute drive from the University of Oklahoma campus in Norman; a 25-minute drive from Oklahoma City. Contact the Spiritual Assembly of Norman, P.O. Box 335, Norman, OK 73070, or phone Lawrence Hennion, secretary, 405-321-8000.

THE NAVAJO-Hopi District Teaching Committee would like to invite those who are interested in pioneering to consider the Navajo and Hopi Reservations, in one of the loveliest areas in the country close to the Rockies and the desert Southwest. There are many beautiful natural geological formations, ancient Indian ruins, mountains, canyons—something for everyone who likes nature. The climate is moderate with cold winters and warm summers; skiing, Phoenix, Albuquerque and Las Vegas are all a day’s drive away. Teachers and nurses are needed, as are other health professionals. Families may have bet ter results with the teaching work in most areas, but single persons are certainly welcome. Useful personal characteristics include tolerance, perseverance, respect for cultural differences, patience and friendliness (without being overbearing). Anyone who is interested in foreign pioneering but doesn’t want to leave the country should contact the Navajo-Hopi District Teaching Committee, P.O. Box 2553, Window Rock, AZ 86515. We’ll do what we can to help you find employment.

YOU are needed in Woburn, Massachusetts, whose Baha’i Group of four adults and eight children is looking for dedicated, enthusiastic Baha’is to move to that small suburb of Boston. The goal is to have enough believers to form an Assembly. Please help. oe Helen B. Gorman, sec Woburn, MAO 01801 (phone 617-938-3579).

CALIFORNIA Northern No. 1 District desperately needs homefront pioneers in several areas. For information, phone the District Teaching Committee of California Northern District No. 1, Shahin Hardwick, 916-334-0295 (home) or 916-481-4450 (work, 8:30-4:30).

WANTED: “‘Gardeners”’ to till the soil of the human heart. Hard work; excellent fringe benefits. Contact the District Teaching Committee of Northern South Carolina, c/o Donna Landau,

Greer, SC 29651, or phone 803-877-0563.

HOMEFRONT pioneers are needed to help save two jeopardized Assemblies in Iowa. Marshalltown (population 27,000) is within an hour or so of Des Moines, the state capital, which is the home of Drake University. It’s a lovely, quiet town with a community college, Iowa Veterans Home hospitals, and nursing homes. There are presently eight adult Baha’is and several children in Marshalltown, which is the nearest Baha’i community to the Mesquakie Indian Settlement (15 miles away), a District Teaching Committee goal area. There may be a possibility of teaching at the Settlement School which offers classes through the fifth grade. Cedar Falls (population 40,000), in northern Iowa, is the home of the University of Northern Iowa, a liberal arts college whose enrollment is 11,000. There are seven adult Baha’is in Cedar Falls, and several Baha’i youth and children. If you can help save either of these Assemblies, please contact the Iowa District Teaching Committee, P.O. Box 63, New Liberty, IA 5276, or phone 319843-3382.

DURHAM, New Hampshire, only an hour from Boston, has the finest public school system in the state (including one of its only public kindergartens), sports a 10,000-student college with practically every program of study available, and includes the only Spiritual Assembly in New Hampshire presently in jeopardy. As of this time there are seven adult Baha’is, all of whom rent apartments. Durham needs a home owner who can help stabilize this college town. Property values are high but continue to escalate, making a home an excellent investment. If interested, please phone Jon Ring, secretary, District Teaching Committee of New Hampshire, 603-772-4680.

TRAVELING TEACHERS

SPIRITUAL Assemblies: We are willing to send traveling teachers to more affluent Assembly areas in return for help in raising funds for a much-needed Baha’i Center in Florence, South Carolina, the heart of mass teaching, WLGI Radio, and the spirit of Tabarsi. We have everything but money! If interested, please write to Anne Breneman, secretary, Spiritual Assembly of Florence, P.O. Box 4323, Florence, SC 29501 (phone 803-667-1540).

TRAVELING teachers are needed in Florence, South Carolina, to help win the goal of 1,000 avowed believers by Ridvan. Bring sleeping bag and car, if possible. For information about hospitality, phone Dr. or Mrs. Rassekh, 803-667-8140. Join the spirit of Tabarsi!

Baha’i SCHOOLS

COULD you receive college credit for working in the Green Acre Baha’i School’s children or youth programs? Excellent experlence, good for your resumé. Contact the Green Acre Baha’i School, P.O. Box 17, Eliot, ME 03903.

A CONFERENCE for new Assemblies and new Assembly members will be held June 6-8 at the Louhelen Bahd’{ School. Teachers are Auxiliary Board member Dorothy Borhani; Eugene Andrews, a member of the National Teaching Committee; and Anna Lee Strasburg of the national Office of the Secretary. Topics to be covered include building and maintaining unity on an Assembly an the community, and consultation. To register or to obtain more information, write to the Louhelen Baha’i School, 3208 S. State Road, Davison, MI 48423, or phone 313653-5033.

A WOMEN’S Conference will be held June 27-29 at the Louhelen Baha’i School. Keynote talks by Dr. Jane Faily and workshops on a variety of topics will be featured. To register or to obtain more information, write to the Louhelen Baha’i School, 3208 S. State Road, Davison, MI 48423, or phone 313-653-5033.

ADULT literacy teacher training, July 27-29 at the Louhelen Baha’ School. An intensive training course in the methods of teaching literacy covering major approaches to developing reading and writing skills in adults and developing appropriate materials for use in literacy classes with both Baha’i and non-Baha’i groups. Recommended for those interested in pioneering or working with Baha’is in the U.S. in areas where literacy skills need upliftment. Conducted by Dr. William Diehl. To register or to obtain more information, write to the Louhelen Baha’i School, 3208 S. State Road, Davison, MI 48423, or phone 313-653-5033.

WANTED

WANTED: Original Tablets of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá to the following individuals (approximate dates of the Tablets in parentheses): Mrs. Antoinette Guiny Cone, Chicago (1912); Guy Comer Shastruger, Sheridan County, NE (1902); Fred L. Coburn, Chicago (1902); Mrs. Sarah M. Crosby, Kenmare, ND (1906); Mrs. S. Deremos, Fruitport, MI (1908); Anna Douglas, Chicago (1902-4, 1910); Arthur P.

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Dodge, New York City (1909); Helen Fox, New York (1911). Anyone having information about the possible location of these Tablets is asked to contact the National Bahd’{ Archives, Baha’i National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091.

GREEN Acre Volunteer Program: many skills are needed, especially carpentry and painting. Room and board provided. If you have a weekend or a week to help, please contact the Green Acre Baha’i School, P.O. Box 17, Eliot, ME 03903.

WANTED: Contact with Baha’is who are interested in exchanging articles and advertisements they have composed about the Faith. We have been writing articles for our local paper in Edmonton, Alberta, for four years and would like the fresh inspiration of sharing topics and ideas with other writers. Let’s swap! Our primary purpose is to teach the Faith, not to seek literary recognition. Write to Graham Watts and Jessica Watts,

Alberta T6L 186, CANADA.

DIALOG writer needed to help with a story project (speculative fiction) tied in with the peace statement from the Universal House of Justice. If the short story works out, I have an outline for a novel. Write to Dean Rector,

. Midland, TX 79707.

WANTED: The National Baha’i Archives is seeking copies of the May-June (Vol. 14, No. 2) issue of Child’s Way magazine, in good or excellent condition. Anyone able to donate a copy of this issue is asked to write to the National Baha’i Archives, Bahd’{ National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091.

CARS or vans in good working order are needed by the Louhelen Residential College to transport students. Contact Dr. William Diehl, 3208 S. State Road, Davison, MI 48423, or phone 313-6535033.

“THE PRISONER and _ the Kings,”’ a book by the Hand of the Cause of God William Sears, is needed by the Louhelen Baha’i School’s library. If you have a copy you would like to sell or donate, please contact Mrs. Rebecca Wideman, librarian, 3208 S. State Road, Davison, MI 48423.

THE REFLECTIONS Department of the Louhelen Baha’i School is seeking persons, groups and/or Assemblies to act as distributors of the ‘Mankind Is One’’ sweatshirts and T-shirts. Distributors will receive a 15% commission. Write to ‘‘Reflections,’’ 3208 S. State Road, Davison, MI 48423, or phone 313653-5033.

THE NEWLY formed Spiritual Assembly of Mesa County, Colorado, would like to increase the materials in its lending library and urgently needs used books and other materials in Spanish or English. Any donation would be greatly appreciated. Please send to: Mesa County Baha’i Library, P.O. Box 4089, Grand Junction, CO 81502, Attn: Gigi Robinson.

ITEMS AVAILABLE

SPIRITUAL Mothering Journal is a non-profit, Baha’ioriented magazine that aims to inspire, support and help parents in their work of raising children as

spiritual beings. Themes for 1986 include ‘Prayer and Meditation,” “‘Music and the Arts,” “Domestic Violence,” and ‘‘Education.”” The magazine is published quarterly. Subscription rate: $7/year. Write to Gresham, OR 97030.

“REFLECTIONS” catalog listing ‘Mankind Is One”’ sweatshirts and T-shirts, tapes, books and other Baha’i-related materials is available at no cost from the Louhelen Baha’i School, 3208 S. State Road, Davison, MI 48423 (phone 313-653-5033).

A COURSE on “‘The Forces of Light and Darkness’’ by Counsellor Hooper Dunbar is available on audio tape. The course examines the origin and operation of these forces, the power of the Creative Word, the interaction of spirit and matter, and presents an analysis of the forces of darkness and of the diffusion of the forces of light. Their impact on society and the individual is explored, as are the Major and Minor Plans of God, the twin processes of integration and disintegration, the purging of one’s character, and becoming incarnate light. Four tapes (edited), $30. Write to Reflections, Louhelen Baha’i School, 3208 S. State Road, Davison, MI 48423, or phone 313-653-5033. VISA or MasterCard accepted.

A COURSE on “‘Baha’i Development: The Practical Process of Transforming Mankind,’’ by Holly Vick, Baha’i World Center, is available on audio tape. The course examines the Baha’i concept of development, compares it to other models, places it in the context of the Faith’s emergence from obscurity, and explores its Prospects for instigating an organic change in human society and as a means of building the Baha’i world commonwealth. Four tapes, $20. Write to Reflections, Louhelen Baha’i School, 3208 S. State Road, Davison, MI 48423, or phone 313-653-5033. VISA or MasterCard accepted.

A 1986 schedule of classes for the Amoz Gibson Training Centre for Baha’i Media can be yours for no charge simply by writing to the Amoz Gibson Training Centre,

Puer to Rico 00612, or by phoning 809878-4189,

IF YOU have not received the newest catalog of Baha’i jewelry by Ansar, you can secure a free copy by writing to Ansar Associates, ~ Honeoye Falls, NY 14472, or by phoning 716-624-2055.

“HANDS ON!,” a workbook of Bahd’{ educational activities for children by Sandy and Alonzo Coleman and Diane Bogolub Petit, is available from the Louhelen Baha’i School, 3208 S. State Road, Davison, MI 48423 (phone 313-653-5033). Includes more than 100 practical activities, 178 pages, 80 photos of activities described in the text, along with sample record-keeping forms and reproducible activities. The cost, including a three-ring binder, handling and ships is $19 (U.S. orders only). Phone orders with VISA or MasterCard are accepted.

HABLA Espafiol? Or know someone who does? The Amoz Gibson Training Centre for Baha’i Media offers courses in English and Spanish. For a 1986 class

See ADS page 30 [Page 26]26 / The American Baha’i / April 1986

Programa verano del Centro Baha’i anunciado

En los verdes cerros tropicales de Arecibo, Puerto Rico, a media hora del radiotelescopio mas grande del mundo, una nueva y vital facilidad surge al servicio de los Baha’is y su Fe: el Centro de Capacitacién ‘‘Amoz Gibson,’’ operado por CIRBAL, institucién Baha’i depositario de la Casa Universal de Justicia acargo del desarrollo de los medios en latinoamérica y el Caribe.

El propésito del Centro es capacitar los Baha’is y darles conocimiento para entender, utilizar y participar en las multiples actividades de los medios.

Al alcance de todas las Américas, este Centro comparte facilidades con el Dpto. de Radiodifusién de CIRBAL, el que dirige los planes, construccién y operacién de las radio-emisoras Baha’is.

Office cursos y talleres de media en artes graficas, gerencia,

SPANISH

ingenierfa, programacién y produccién de radio, desde 2-3 dias hasta sesiones aceleradas de varias semanas.

Las facilidades del Centro “Amoz Gibson’? incluyen salén de clase, dormitorios, cuarto obscuro, labs. graficas y electrénicas, y libros y manuales de entrenamiento de las ramas variadas de los medios.

Jun 23-Jul 6: Introduccién a los Medios de Desarrollo

Un curso introductorio de dos semanas, disefiado para dar una vista general de los medios de desarrollo, ademas de prdctica en los fundamentos de artes graficas, musica, presentaciones audio-visuales, la radio, la prensa, y mas. Enfoque en destrezas especificas que se puede usar en el campo de desarrollo.

Instructores principales: Cuerpo Docente del Centro Amoz Gibson. Idiomas de instruccién: Espafiol, Inglés.

July 7-Jul 13: Laboratorio en Produccién de Radio

Un taller intensivo de una semana, disefiado para familiarizar

La eleccion anual de la Asamblea Espiritual Local

Una vez por aiio, en al dia 20 al 21 de abril, el dia del aniversario de la declaracién de la Misién de Bahá’u’lláh, los Baha’is adultos de cada comunidad se reunen para elegir la Asamblea Espiritual Local.

Deben elegir los miembros de entre ellos mismos para Ilenar las sillas vacias. ,A quién deben elegir? zCudles son los requisitos para ser miembro de Asamblea?

Primero, es importante recordar que ningun individuo Baha’i es superior a otro. Es la Asamblea Espiritual Local que esta bajo la guia y la proteccién de Dios.

Todo ser humano tiene debilidades personales y fallas. Pero la institucién de la Asamblea ESPiritual Local es divina y perfecta.

Al escoger los nombres de los miembros de Asamblea, Shoghi Effendi pide a cada creyentes “‘considerar, sin la mas minima huella de pasién o prejuicio y sin tomar en cuenta ninguna atribucién de cardcter material, solamente los nombres de aquellos que major reunan las cualidades necesarias de lealtad incuestionable, de devocién sin egoismos, de mente bien preparada, de reconocida habilidad y madura experiencia.””

La eleccién de la Asamblea Espiritual Local es completamente diferente a cualquier otra forma de elegir.

El mundo jamés ha visto un proceso como la eleccién Baha’i. No hay nominaciones. No se discuten los nombres antes de la eleccién. No se hace campaiia de propaganda ...

El ambiente en la sala de eleccién es silencioso, devocional y dignificado. Shoghi Effendi lo nombra ‘‘ese ambiente raro de devocién y de falta de egoismo.””

Cada creyente adulto escribe, en secreto, los nueve nombres de “aquellos que la oracién y la refleccién le han inspirado sostener.””

Aquellos nueve que han recibio la mayoria de los votos forman la Asamblea Espiritual Local.

Votar para la Asamblea Espiritual Local es el “‘deber sagrado”” de cada individuo Baha’i. Con hacer nuestros votos estamos participando directamente en construir las instituciones que formaran el Reino de Dios en la Tierra.

Si un Baha’i no puede estar presente en la eleccién, debe votar por balota de ausente.

DE LOS ESCRITOS SAGRADOS

joh Tu Dios misericordioso! ;Oh Tui Que eres fuerte y poderoso! ioh Tu bondadosisimo padre! Estos siervos se han reunido, volviéndose haci Ti, implorando ante Tu umbral, deseando los dones infinitos procedentes de Tu gran seguridad. Ellos no tienen otro propésito sino Tu agrado. Ellos no tienen otro intencién sino servir al mundo de la humanidad. joh Dios! Haz radiante a este Asamblea. Haz misericordiosos los corazones. Confiéreles los dones del Espiritu Sancto. Détales con un poder del cielo. Bendicelos con entendemientos celestial. Aumenta su sinceridad para que con toda humildad y contricién puedan volverse hacia Tu reino y ocuparse en servir al mundo de la humanidad. Que cada uno llegue a ser una lampara radiante. Que cada uno se vuelva una estrella brillante. Que cada uno adquiera hermoso color y exhale fragrancia en el Reino de Dios. ;Oh Bondadoso Padre! Confiérnos Tus benediciones. No consideres nuestras faltas. Cobijanos bajo To proteccién. No recuerdes nuestros pecados. Ciiranos co Tu misericordia. Somos débiles; Tu eres poderoso. Somos Pobres; Tui eres rico. Estamos enfermos; Tu eres el Que Cura. Estamos necesitados; Tui eres muy generoso. joh Dios! Concédenos Tu providencia. Tt eres el poderoso! jTu eres el Donador! {Tu eres el Benéfico!—‘Abdu’l-Bahá

estudiantes con el equipo y las técnicas bdsicas de produccién de radio: el uso de micréfonos, tocacintas, tajos de empalmar (‘‘splicing blocks”’), cartucheros, tocadiscos, mezcladores, y amplificadoras. Instructor principal: Kingsley Thurber. Idioma de instruccién: Espafiol.

dee Ase 3: Radiodifusién Ba Un curso de nivel general de tres semanas, para entrenar estudiantes en los fundamentos de radiodifusién: redaccién de libretos, locucién, programacién y produccién, administracién, aspectos técnicos y legales, y mas, con énfasis en Radio Baha’i.

Instructores principales: Susan McLaren, Albert Segen. Idiomas de instruccién: Espafiol, Inglés. Ago 30: Exposiciones Hechas a Mano

Instructor principal: Charles Smith. Idiomas de instruccién: Espaiiol, Inglés.

Dic 22-Ene 11: Comunicacién de Desarrollo

De serigrafia a PVC, un taller en artes graficas de un solo dia, para los Baha’is de Puerto Rico y el Caribe. Instruccién en serigrafia para camisetas y cartelones, y en produccién econdmica de exposiciones y rétulos para la Fe.

Un curso intensivo de tres semanas para Baha’is y otras personas interesadas en el uso de los medios apropriados y la tecnologia adecuada para el desarrollo espiritual, social y econdmico de los pueblos. Enfasis en el fomento de participacién, colaboracién, y control local. Instruccién en andlisis de audiencia, educacién formal y no-formal a través de la radio, programacién y produccién, aspectos legales y técnicos, el entrenamiento de otros, y casos actuales—con enfoque especial en el

ejemplo de Radio Baha’i, ademas de sesiones en como vivir al extranjero, comunicacién entre culturas, e idiomas.

Instructores principales: Kurt Hein, Anita Jorgensen, Gregory Kintz. Idiomas de instruccién: Es pafio, Inglés.

jDISFRUTE DE LITERATURA Baha’i!

El Comite Nacional de Ensefianza ofrece para su educaci6n, literatura Bahá’u’lláh en Espafiol—jgratis!

Para recibirlo, por favor escribe o llama al:

NATIONAL TEACHING COMMITTEE Baha’i National Center Wilmette, IL 60091

312-869-9039

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arship, relying on consultation and collaboration to generate further conceptual tools for applying the Baha’i teachings to the affairs of humankind.

The Baha’is also left with an increased motivation to study the current philosophies of the day as a means of understanding more fully the impact of world-views and assumptions about reality on the work of organizing human life and contributing to the progress of civilization.

The dialogue disclosed the need for Baha’is to develop a consistent framework of thinking that is unique to itself and in harmony with scientific values, and showed the importance of Baha’ is’ developing ways of expressing the teachings in ways that can be understood by those who are more familiar with current and ever-evolving world views and philosophies.

The Association for Bahd’{ Studies executive committee expressed satisfaction at the close of the conference, and felt confirmed

Shoghi Effendi:

Guardian de la Fe de Dios

‘Abdu’l-Bahá fue como un padre amoroso para los baha’is. Cuando murié, los bahd’is del mundo entero se entristecieron de verdad.

Su ministerio duré cerca de 30 afios durante los cuales, los baha’is progresaron bajo su guia infalible, y habian profundizado su entendimiento de las ensefianzas de Baha’u’ lah.

Cuando ‘Abdu’l-Bahá abandoné este mundo, los baha’is se sintieron como huérfanos que habian perdido a su sabio y amoroso padre.

Pero ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, como Baha’u’llah antes, habia proveido para la unidad de los seguidores de Bahd’u’ll4h. El también habia hecho un firme Convenio con los baha’is de todo el mundo.

Dej6 como constancia una maravillosa Tabla, ‘‘la Voluntad y Testamento,”” en la cual habia sefialado a su nieto, Shoghi Effendi, como el Guardian de la Fe de

Dios. Con la muerte de ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, los baha’is perdieron un

padre amoroso, pero encontraron en Shoghi Effendi ‘‘un verdadero hermano.”

Shoghi Effendi nacié en la bendita casa de ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. Su madre era hija de ‘Abdu’l-Bahá y su padre era un pariente cercano de El Bab.

Durante los 36 afios de su Guar diania, Shoghi Effendi no tuvo otro pensamiento que el progreso de la Causa. Trabajé dia y noche, no escatim6 esfuerzo alguno.

Su vida privada era muy simple; rara vez tuvo mas de una comida en 24 horas, o durmié mas de unas pocas horas en la noche.

El resto de su tiempo y energia fue dedicado a su siempre creciente trabajo por la Causa de Baha’u’llah. Aquellos que vieron la cantidad de trabajo que realizada cada dia, se dieron cuenta que sdlo a través del poder de Dios un simple hombre podia hacer tanto dia tras dia, afio tras afio.

‘Abdu’l-Bahá llamé a Shoghi Effendi el ‘Signo de Dios’’ en la tierra y dijo que aquel que le Obediese, obedeceria al mismo Dios.

Fue a través de la gran sabiduria y guia espiritual de Shoghi Effendi que el mensaje de Bahá’u’lláh fue llevado a todos los paises del mundo.

Preguntas:

1. Qué significa la palabra “guardian’’? Por qué fue un buen titulo para Shoghi Effendi?

2. Qué significado tendré el titulo ‘‘Signo de Dios” en la Tierra dado a Shoghi Effendi por ‘Abdu’l-Bahá?

3. Pensamos en Shoghi Effendi como nuestro ‘‘verdadero hermano.”’ Cudles son los caracteristicas de un verdadero hermano?

in the major role of the Association in elaborating the forum and the means for the necessary intellectual and spiritual labor of studying and giving expression to the Baha’i teachings and developing challenging, creative and fresh insights that respond directly to the needs and issues of the day.

‘Unfoldment of Peace’ theme of 13th annual Conference of Nur

“The Unfoldment of World Peace”’ is the theme of the 13th annual Conference of Nur (Light) to be held May 30-June 1 at Elizabethtown (Pennsylvania) Col lege.

The establishment of peace will be discussed from the standpoints of (1) changes in society, (2) changes in human ties and bonds, and (3) changes in international institutions.

The speakers will include Counselor Robert Harris; Auxiliary Board member Javidukht Khadem; and Peter aces 8 = assistant to the Auxiliary Boar

Workshop sessions ty follow the introduction of each topic.

Youth, pre-youth and children will have special programs including, for the youth, a session with Mr. Harris.

And there will be a special session for women (only) with Mrs. Khadem to discuss topics of concern to them.

Entertainment Saturday evening will include international folk dancing and musicians Van Gilmer of Washington, D.C., and Scott Anderson and Lee Feldman of York, Pennsylvania.

Pre-registration by May 11 is a must for everyone including commuters.

For information, write to the Spiritual Assembly of the Baha’is of Harrisburg (Attention: Registrar), P.O. Box 3108, Harrisburg, PA 17105, or phone 717-232-9163.

Americans sought

for Taiwan project

Taiwan asks Americans who are interested in mass teaching and consolidation of Chinese to spend a minimum of two months in an ongoing project of the Six Year Plan to begin April 21 in Taiwan.

In-country costs are about $250 a month. Languages spoken are Mandarin, Taiwanese, Cantonese, Hakka, and English. Some funds may be available.

For more information, please contact the International Goals Committee, Baha’i National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091, or phone 312869-9039.

[Page 27]Glendale Baha’is draw 100 to concert by young musicians

On Sunday, February 9, about 100 people attended a ‘‘Young Musicians’ Concert’’ presented by the Baha’is of Glendale, California.

About 80 of those attending were not Baha’ is.

On the program were four pianists, playing compositions by Bach, Chopin and Ginastera; a 13-year-old violinist, who performed a movement from the Saint-Saens violin concerto; a 15-year-old cellist, who played a sonata by Corelli; and two flutists, both 12, performing works by Bach and Telemann.

Soloists were supported by the “Sterling Strings,” a group of 15 youngsters playing violin, viola, cello and bass.

This was the second such concert sponsored by the Baha’i community of Glendale, two of whose members, Marilyn and George Graham, are professional musicians.

Portland schools superintendent given ‘Promise of Peace’

On February 11, Baha’is in Portland, Oregon, presented a copy of ‘‘The Promise of World Peace’’ to Dr. Matthew Prophet, the superintendent of Portland public schools.

The Baha’i delegation was comprised of one youth, Miss Ebony Bell; Howard Herrick, Mrs. Karen Balter and Miss Maura Fox.

Looking through the peace document, Dr. Prophet paused on seeing a picture of the Baha’i House of Worship.

“I know this Temple,” he said, explaining to the Baha’is that he had attended Northwestern University in nearby Evanston, IIlinois.

Peace event set in New York City

Plans are under way for a day-long Peace Conference and concert to be held May 10 at the Greenwich Village School in New York City.

Among the guest speakers will be Counsellor Robert Harris and Professor Suheil Badi Bushrui, Khalil Gibran Chair at the University of Maryland and professor at Oxford University in England.

Other activities will include seminars, video and multimedia shows.

The event will conclude with a Peace Concert featuring trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie, the Mike Longo Trio, and Do’a World Music Ensemble.

The $10 registration fee includes concert ticket. Tickets for the concert only are $8 with proceeds to benefit UNICEF’s homeless children program.

For information, contact Dr. Hussein Ahdieh, Baha’i Office of Public Information,

_ New York, NY 10016 (phone 212838-1866), or the New York City Baha’i Center, 212-674-8998.

Name Confirmation Address City, State, Zip Arrival Date and Time Departure Date Please reserve Single Twin Hotel: Ist Choice:

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HOTEL RESERVATION FORM

Baha’i International Peace Conference

August 28-31,

986

San Francisco, California

Mail to: Baha’i International Peace Conference Housing Bureau

rooms

Double

Suite

P.O..Box 5612, San Francisco, California 94101

Note: You will receive acknowledgment of your reserva tion(s) directly from the Housing Bureau. To assure your reservation, a $100 deposit check must be received by the hotel 15 days prior to arrival. Details will be explained on hotel confirmation. Send deposit to hotel where assigned. DO NOT SEND deposit to convention housing bureau. For cancellations up to fifteen (15) days prior to your arrival, contact the Housing Bureau in writing. Less than fifteen (15) days prior to arrival, contact the hotel directly. All cancellations must be received by assigned hotel at least 72 hours prior to arrival for refund. All other changes must be made directly with the hotel

Reservations will not be held past 6:00 p.m. unless arrangements are made with the hotel from which you receive confirmation.

Conference rates in effect for 1 week prior to and 1 week following the conference

Room reservations cannot be guaranteed unless this form is

received by July 31, 1986.

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM

Registration Rates $ 50 Adults (21+)

$ 4O Children & Pre-youth* $ 30 Student/youth**

$135 Family of 4 or more***

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Baha’i International Peace Conference August 28-31, 1986 San Francisco, California

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$ 20 x $125 x Shuttle Bus Rates:

Adults $10/weekend x Children $ 6/weekend x Shuttle bus routed between conference TOTAL facilities, Thur. pm through Sun. noon ENCLOSED

(Public transport ~ MUNI, 75¢ per ride)

Please send info on work/study scholarships

Ages 3-14 (under 3 free)
- With current student ID

- - Parents and 2 or more children over 3

- - - MUST BE POSTMARKED BY JULY 31, 1986

Make checks payable to: Baha’i Peace Conference Chargeto: VISA C1MASTERCARD Card # Expiration Date

Signature

Confirmation, Address.

City, State, Zip

The promise of peace

WHEGI reinforcing hope in the unity

of the human race.

The Challenge of ACTION

“The National Fund must be firmly established, generously supported and universally and continually upheld, for it is the prerequisite of future progress and achievement.” —SHOGHI EFFENDI

TheNational Baha’i Fund

Wilmette, IL 60091

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Ridvan election

forms

Please tell us where you want your Assembly mail to go and what the Assembly’s current address is.

Remember that all Assembly mail will be sent in care of the secretary unless you request that Fund receipts be sent directly to

the treasurer. \

Please fill in all information requested for officers of your Assembly including name, Baha’i identification number, current address and telephone numbers.

If you are not able to elect officers right away, please appoint a temporary correspondent and list that person’s name, address, Baha’i identification number and telephone number in the box for corresponding secretary. When you elect officers at a later date, report them on the Local Spiritual Assembly Officer and Address Change form.

Election forms which have been sent to existing Assemblies will have the Assembly’s address label already attached over the upper right-hand box where the locality name, Baha’i locality code

and district are requested.

If this is not the case with your Assembly, please be sure to provide your locality name, Baha’i locality code and district in this

box.

Your Baha’i locality code can be found on your membership printout or your mailing label on the Assembly’s copy of The

American Baha’.

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LOCAL SPIRITUAL ASSEMBLY FORMATION REPORT FORM

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ASSEMBLY MAIL

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| centity, on behalt of the Local Spiritual Assembly. that all nine members ‘of the Assembly are Bandiis in good stancing and that they are requstered by the National Spiritual Assembly of the Banaiis of the United Sates as members of the Amencan Bahai community

Signature Z <r Manon we ont meer hl ne mameano ra The Ameen eae et Pa eng eae SEND YELLOW COPY IMMEDIATELY TO: BAMA NATIONAL CENTER rome) Pook WHOMETTE. ILLINOIS 608 eee roe KEEP BLUE COPY FOR YOUR RECOROS Ee eae

Remember to send the yellow copy to the National Center and keep the blue copy for your files.

You can look for identification numbers on your community membership printout, the person’s Baha’i membership card, or a person’s address label from The American Bahá’í.

In this box, please list all nine names and Baha’i identification numbers of Assembly members, and the number of votes each member received. You need not fill in this section if you are forming by joint declaration.

The secretary of the Assembly, or the person assigned to help in its formation, should complete this box certifying that he or she has verified the membership of each Assembly member.

Please be sure to print your name, as well as sign it, and to provide us with your telephone numbers. [Page 29]The American Baha’i / April 1986 / 29

Ridvan election forms

Here are samples of both sides of the Ridvan election form for this year. We have highlighted each section with a short explanation to help you with questions you may have about the form. In addition, please note the following:

1. Remember to complete both sides of the form and to include all requested information.

2. If you are not able to find an identification num If you are forming by election, please complete the top section

of side B.

If you are forming by joint declaration, please complete the bot tom section of side B.

You can look for identification numbers on your community membership printout, a person’s Baha’i membership card, or a

person’s address label from The American Bahá’í.

ber or some other piece of information, please attach an explanation to the form, such as, “‘new believer, doesn’t have ID card yet.’’

3. If your Assembly does not receive election materials in time for Ridvan, you may request extra forms and instructions from your District Teaching Committee or the National Spiritual Assembly, or you may cut these forms out of The American Bahá’í and use them.

4. Please review the forms before sending them in to be sure you’ve included as much information as possible and an explanation for anything you have had to omit. Remember that we are receiving and recording information from more than 1,700 Assemblies, and sometimes inadvertent mistakes and incomplete or incorrect information on an election form will cause delays in getting your Assembly’s information properly recorded.

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Baha’i children twice present talks at Chicago church

Children from Baha’i communities near the House of Worship in Wilmette, Illinois, presented public speaking programs December 29 and January 26 during interfaith services at the church of All Souls First Universalist Society of Chicago.

The children are taught by Mrs. Gayle Woolson, a Knight of Bahá’u’lláh who lives in Evanston, Illinois.

At the first program, three Baha’i children presented talks: Maia Ashby, age 9 (‘Humanity Is One Family”), Saba Firoozi, 10 (“The Great Gift of God’’), and Richard Pebbles, also 10 (‘‘The Earth—One Home’’).

Afterward, the minister, Dr.

Pictured (left to right) are Bahá’í youth who took part in a recent panel discussion at All Souls Uni Ober

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devoted believers, drawn together by the Master’s consummate wisdom, were united in Baha’i marriage on July 17, 1912, in the presence of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá.

At ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s request, Howard Colby Ives, a Unitarian minister who was deeply attracted to ‘Abdu’l-Bahá but was not, as yet, a confirmed Baha’i, performed the legal ceremony.

Grace, a native of Thorold, Ontario, Canada, whose father, the Rev. Thomas Tempest Robarts, was a canon in the Anglican Church, was one of three founders of the coeducational ‘‘Camp Lanier’’ on the Piscataqua River in Eliot, Maine.

Before her marriage she had a distinguished career as a teacher of household arts at a Canadian college, and for many young people was the means of finding ways in which to express themselves successfully in the art of living.

The Ober farm at Green Acre was a spiritual haven, a home for the soul as well as for the body. The secret of that remarkable atmosphere lay in the fact that Grace Ober considered her home not as hers, but as the home of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. As she so often said, she felt as though she were merely a servant in the house.

In 1920 the Obers went to the Holy Land to visit ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. Afterward, they traveled to many countries in Europe, giving public talks and visiting the friends, and while en route home, in England,

Roberta Rosen, said to the audience, ‘‘We have a lot to learn from the Baha’i children.””

The children who spoke at the second program were 11-year-old Jian Khodadad (‘‘A Golden Age—Golden Character’’); Syda Alvarez, 10 (‘Unity and Peace in the World’’); Camille Henderson, 10 (‘‘Baha’i Royalty”), and Maia Ashby (‘‘Good Character’).

Included in this second program was a panel discussion by four Baha’i and three non-Baha’i youth on one of the major problems among teen-agers today—immorality and unwanted pregnancy.

The Baha’i youth were Beth Sollars, Paul Walaszek, Laura

versalist Church in Chicago: Laura Williams, Nan Wogel, Beth Sollars and Paul Walaszek.

they met for the first time the young Shoghi Effendi Rabbani who was destined soon to become the Guardian of the Faith.

It was during one of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s visits to New York City that He suggested Grace’s marriage to Harlan Ober. These two devoted believers, drawn together by the Master’s consummate wisdom, were united in Baha’i marriage on July 17, 1912, in the presence of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá.

At ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s request, Howard Colby Ives, a Unitarian minister who was deeply attracted to ‘Abdu’l-Bahá but was not, as yet, a confirmed Baha’i, performed the legal ceremony.

Grace, a native of Thorold, Ontario, Canada, whose father, the Rev. Thomas Tempest Robarts, was a canon in the Anglican Church, was one of three founders of the coeducational ‘‘Camp Lanier” on the Piscataqua River in Eliot, Maine.

Before her marriage she had a distinguished career as a teacher of household arts at a Canadian college, and for many young people was the means of finding ways in which to express themselves successfully in the art of living.

The Ober farm at Green Acre was a spiritual haven, a home for the soul as well as for the body. The secret of that remarkable atmosphere lay in the fact that Grace Ober considered her home not as hers, but as the home of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. As she so often said, she felt as though she were merely a servant in the house.

In 1920 the Obers went to the Holy Land to visit ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. Afterward, they traveled to many

Williams and Nan Wogel.

“The far-reaching implications of the words of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá,’” says Mrs. Woolson, ‘‘regarding Baha’i children learning ‘to deliver speeches of high quality’ (Selections from the Writings of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, p. 134) contain a mighty solution for the diverse problems of humanity.

“Imagine the transformation that will take place as Baha’i children all over the world develop as these words of the Master indicate. But this can be done only with the help and involvement of adults or youth. ...

“Through this activity,’’ she adds, “the energies of the children are channeled toward lofty ideals and goals, and they are enabled to participate more fully in building the new World Order of Baha’wll4h and in fulfilling the call of the Universal House of Justice expressed in ‘The Promise of World Peace’ relative to children also promoting the Baha’ concept of universal peace.’”

Maia Ashby, a 9-year-old Baha’i from Glenview, Illinois, delivers a talk at All Souls First Universalist Church in Chicago. Seated behind

her are (left to right) Saba Firoozi, Richard Pebbles and Mrs. Gayle Woolson of Evanston who tutors and prepares the children.

Ads

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schedule in Spanish, write to Centro de Capacitacién Amoz Gibson, Arecibo, Puerto Rico 00612, or phone 809-878-4189. Se habla espajiol.

MISCELLANEOUS

THE International Goals Committee is interested in talking with American Baha’is of Albanian background. If you are originally

countries in Europe, giving public talks and visiting the friends, and while en route home, in England, they met for the first time the young Shoghi Effendi Rabbani who was destined soon to become the Guardian of the Faith.

If you have further information about the subject of this month’s article, the National Baha’i Archives would like to hear from you. Write to them c/o the Baha’ National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091, or phone 312-869-9039.

Funds

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tional Fund. In unity we have changed our words into deeds, our challenge into action. The activities the National Fund supports have truly spanned the diversity of our nation.

Forty summer teaching projects brought the Faith to inner-city urban areas, remote rural areas, and Indian Reservations.

Meanwhile, the Message of Bahá’u’lláh, clothed in ‘The Promise of World Peace,’’ was carried to the highest levels of government in this country—to the President and seven Supreme Court Justices.

As you read this article, the National Convention is but a few weeks away. Thousands of Baha’is will rally there as the victories for this year, and for the entire Seven Year Plan, are celebrated.

Hopes are high that an extraordinary victory for the National Baha’i Fund will also be announced at the Convention.

from Albania or know of someone who is, please contact the International Goals Committee, Baha’i National Center, Wilmette, IL 60091, or phone 312-869-9039 and ask for Mary Louise Suhm.

CHINA, China, China! Experienced Baha’i tour leader will take students and adults on an exciting 23-day tour of China from June 18-July 11. Chinese are a significant minority in the U.S. not yet touched by Bahá’u’lláh’s Message, though reaching them is a goal of the Seven Year Plan. ‘Abdu’l-Bahá gave instructions about teaching the Chinese people: “‘...first_be imbued with their spirit and study their national customs.”’ The study tour is designed for that purpose. For more information, phone the travel agency (toll free) at 1-800-323-8268. In Illinois, phone (collect) 312-272-9010. Ask for Mary Beth. For Baha’i-related questions, leave a message for the tour leader, Jene Bellows, to return your call.

BELOIT College Baha’i alumni, please contact the Spiritual Assembly of Beloit about the presentation of the peace statement to the college president in late April. Phone Deb King Bua, 608-3621070.

THE NATIONAL Spiritual Assembly of Portugal has recently written to the U.S. National Spiritual Assembly to ask for addresses of Portuguese Baha’is so that they might share messages with them and send them copies of their Baha’i News. If you are a Baha’i of Portuguese background, and would like to receive information from Portugal, send your name and address to the National Teaching Committee’s Minority Development Coordinator, by the end of this month, so that we can forward these names and addresses to the National Spiritual Assembly of Portugal.

PEN-PALS for children and youth! Make a new Baha’i friend from across the nation. Share ideas, interests, hobbies, family life. How does your family celebrate Ayy4m-i-H4? What do you do on Feast days? How many are in your family? Do you have pets? What are you studying in school? How is the weather where you live? Get to know someone you’ve

never met! Sound like fun? Please send the following information: your name, address, age, sex, and one of your hobbies, how old you would like your pen-pal to be, and whether you prefer a boy or’girl, or if it doesn’t matter, to: Carol Black, Lafayette, IN 47904. She’ll be happy to act as coordinator!

HELLO, friends! Oshkosh, Wisconsin, calling! April 21 marks the 19th anniversary of the formation of the Spiritual Assembly of Oshkosh. Will all of you who have ever been a part of this community please let us hear from you immediately? Plans are under way for a grand reunion the weekend of June 16, and we need the address of every one of you to keep you informed and perhaps to enlist your help. Write to the Spiritual Assembly of Oshkosh, c/o Mrs. Virginia Fries, secretary,

- Oshkosh, WI 54901.

UNIVERSITY of CaliforniaBerkeley alumni please call home! Where are you? We need you. The UC-Berkeley Baha’i Club is trying to track down its alumni. If you attended UC-Berkeley or know of someone who did, please call

home ... or write to UC-Berkeley alumni coordinator, Roya Shahrokh, Berkeley, CA 94705 (please include your address and date of graduation). Answers to crossword puzzle ACROSS DOWN 1. Justice 2. Unity 5. Fly 3. Tmie

10. Intuition 4, Equality 13. Other 6. Leiv 14. Anev 7. Yuo 15. Vy 8. Wing 16. Ban 9. Love 18. Tart 11. Test 20. Dignity 12. Nurtures 22. Mire 16. Bird 23. NY 17. Age 24. Sr 19. AB 25. OT 20. Divine 26. Cesae 21. Into 29. Ni 22. Man 30. Proclaims 24. Same 32. Need 25. Orde 34, Educate 26. Clue

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10 YEARS AGO

Because of renewed teaching efforts in the South, new believers are being enrolled in Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia and South Carolina.

Two towns and three counties in Alabama are opened to the Faith; Baha’is in Mississippi are committing themselves to reactivating their communities; and firesides are warming the Georgia communities of Athens and Atlanta.

Atlanta is also undertaking a teaching project to reach some of the 25,000 Spanish-speaking residents in that city, the first such campaign in Atlanta’s Baha’i history.

Meanwhile, in Orangeburg, South Carolina, an ambitious teaching campaign continues with teams proclaiming the Faith in local colleges and parks. ...

After spending much of February visiting communities in California, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Montana, Minnesota and Illinois, the Hand of the Cause of God Rahmatu’ll4h Muhájir extends his trip to the U.S. until at least mid April.

Dr. Muhdajir plans to continue to consult with the National Spiritual Assembly and with local Spiritual Assemblies and District Teaching Committees while helping with teaching, consolidation and recruiting pioneers and traveling teachers. ...

The International Goals Committee announces that 204 Baha’is are settling into their pioneer posts with another 76 preparing to depart by Ridvan.

The committee says that 271 international traveling teaching trips have been undertaken by U.S. Baha’is so far in 1976, doubling the total of a year ago. ...

Robert Hayden is named consultant in poetry to the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. Mr. Hayden, a Baha’i, is the first black poet ever named to the prestigious position. ...

About 62 Baha’is attend a Spanish-speaking teaching conference in Santa Fe, New Mexico, which stresses the importance of viewing cultural differences as tools for unity rather than as barriers to understanding. ...

A massive earthquake strikes Guatemala on February 4, damaging the national Ḥaẓíratu’l-Quds in Guatemala City.

More than 20,000 persons are reported killed and about a million are left homeless in one of the most destructive natural disasters of the century. There are no known casualties among the Baha’is, and all pioneers also are reported safe.

The Baha’i National Information Office is receiving inquiries as a result of Baha’i displays placed in major transportation centers across the country.

The callers are using a toll-free number provided at the displays. ...

The Spiritual Assembly of North DeKalb County, Georgia, continues to oversee the teaching work in Gainesville while the Georgia Baha’i Information Service sponsors proclamation there through the media.

Letters

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Passover, Chanukah, and other celebrations. Let us share and show love and good will rather than embarrassment or indifference.

After all, we love all the religions; we don’t object to them. So here’s a chance in our everyday lives to prove that we believe in these religions and that we honor and respect their Founders and their Holy Days.

In return, we can invite our relatives, neighbors and friends to share our Holy Days. Instead of being isolated and cut off from others, we will be warm and inclusive, thus demonstrating the Baha’i spirit of sincere love and unity

As Bahá’u’lláh said, ‘Regard ye not one another as strangers. Ye are the drops of one sea and the leaves of one tree. The earth is but one country and mankind its citizens.””

Margaret Ruhe Haifa, Israel

To the Editor: Several years ago, in an apt turn

of phrase, William Sears said, “The Dawn-breakers didn’t have to ask how much to give. They gave it all.”

Since then I’ve often asked myself what it means to ‘‘give it all’’ and how (after one has ‘‘given it all’) it is still possible to have something more to give.

If I give my typewriter and my computer and my car and my house and my VCR and my microwave oven (the list goes on), will I not then be useless and helpless? I certainly will. So that can’t be what it means to ‘“‘give it all.’”

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Khalil Amaei, who served for nine years as treasurer of the Spiritual Assembly of Tehran Villa, Iran, and who came to the U.S. less than a year ago after 11 years as a homefront pioneer in Eastbourne, England, died February 2 in Hamlet, North Carolina. At the time of his death, Mr. Amaei, a merchant and trader in stamps, was a member of the Spiritual Assembly of Hamlet.

Baha’i, inventor Buss Storrs, 82, dies

Kindred Lane (Buss) Storrs, a longtime Baha’i in Utah, died January 8 at age 82.

Mr. Storrs, a world-renowned inventor and president of Storrs International Chemical Refining Company, became a Bahd’{ in 1917 and was the first Baha’i in Utah.

‘Abdu’ I-Baha gave it all, having only two abas: one to wear, and one at the cleaners. Yet He always. had coins for the poor, sweets for the children, and money to rent and buy houses, take ocean voyages and send cables.

To explain ‘‘giving it all,’ I would not retreat into the mystical and simply say, ‘‘God will provide’’ (although He does).

Nor would I be too comforted by the thought of the ever-flowing spring, or the proverb that He gives it all back (though He does).

Actually, I think it’s quite simple and practical. It is by our choice of a lifestyle that we ‘“‘give it all’ in a commitment that is both spiritual and dollars and centsible.

Where and how I choose to house myself ... what car I choose to drive ... where I travel to or from ... what meals I serve ... what recreation I enjoy ... what clothes I choose to wear .

These are the choices that do two things: (1) make all the features of one’s lifestyle serve the Cause; and (2) determine how much solid cash goes into the contribution box at the Nineteen Day Feast.

For a healthy, active, vocal, busy, effective Baha’i community, let’s re-examine our lifestyles so that—like the Dawn-breakerswe too do not have to ask how much to give; we can ‘give it all.”

Thelma Ramborger Pajarito, New Mexico

To the Editor:

I am responding to Mani Sobhian’s letter (January) in which he describes the English pronunciation of some Arabic words such as “Ridvan.””

An eminent Baha’i scholar, Marzieh Gail, wrote a ‘‘Baha’i glossary”’ in which pronunciations and definitions of Persian and Arabic words appearing in the Baha’i writings are given.

Since this publication is no longer in print, I think it would be useful if The American Bahá’í were to print excerpts from the glossary showing us how to pronounce “*Baha’u’llah,’’ “« “allah’u’Abha,”? ‘“Naw-Rúz,’”” “*Ridvan,’’ ‘‘Mashriqu’l-Adhkár,’’ ‘‘Qurratu’l-Ayn,’’ the names of Baha’i months, and other Persian or Arabic words.

Marian Dessent Durham, North Carolina

To the Editor:

For years, as our older children were growing up, we did not have the financial means to attend a Baha’i summer school.

Last year my husband and I attended the Wisconsin Baha’i summer school with our two youngest children, ages 11 and 12.

As members of the Wisconsin Baha’i School Committee, we had the opportunity to meet each individual during registration. It was an enjoyable experience to meet all those people whose names had become familiar through the registration forms.

Though we enjoyed the classes, prayer times, entertainment, work and relaxation, we feel that our children probably benefited most by being with other Baha’i children and families.

Letters, calls and reciprocating visits are still a part of our lives with the new out-of-town and outof-state friends they met. We regret that our older children did not have this opportunity.

Please, parents, try to allow time and funds for your families

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to attend a Baha’i summer school so Baha’i children can learn, meet and grow to know others with whom they can share a common bond in this age when peer pressure is so prevalent.

We would like to invite you to join us this year (July 21-25) at the Wisconsin Baha’i Summer School at Camp Byron, Brownsville. Accommodations include indoor housing and outdoor camp sites.

For more information or a registration form, write to me at

_ Waukesha, 53188, or phone 414-542-0674.

Beverly Fraker, Registrar Wisconsin Baha’i

School Committee Waukesha, Wisconsin

To the Editor:

Just a brief note to say that I never really appreciated The American Baha’i until I went pioneering to Mexico.

We now subscribe to it, and when it arrives I read it from cover to cover without missing anything!

When I lived in the States, there were months when I never read The American Bahá’í at all. But now, living in a Mexican village near the city of Puebla, we have no telephone, and the constant flow of information one takes for granted in the States is quite limited.

The American Bahá’í keeps me in touch and inspired. I feel lucky to be an American Baha’i (even though we live in Mexico).

Also, we have about four Iranian Baha’i friends in the area, and they always come over to read the Persian section that comes in each issue of The American Bahá’í.

Karen P. Campos Cholula, Puebla, Mexico

To the Editor:

Regarding the letter from the Baha’i community of Oakton, Virginia (February), describing the incident of the Christmas tree at the home of a children’s class teacher:

Although I can’t disagree with the point of the letter, which fo wi

cused on the Guardian’s advice that ‘‘it is surely preferable and even highly advisable that the friends should in their relation to each other discontinue observing such holidays as Christmas and New Year,”’ the manner in which the point was made left me cold. To relay, blow by blow, a Baha’i’s faux pas or lack of understanding in a medium of this kind is, in my opinion, not the most loving way of ‘‘informing the Persian friends of the Guardian’s adWicewjzrs Perhaps a better way of delineating the problem would have been to present a general scenario outlining the situation and recommending ways it might be solved. That may not have been as specific, but certainly more kind. Carolyn Johnson Fort Wayne, Indiana

To the Editor:

Thank you for printing the letter (December) from Carol Walborn of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

What an interesting, well-put and touching exposition of a situation I too have noticed in some of our Baha’i communities.

The last time I saw anything that brilliant or compassionate was the editorial some years ago in The American Bahd’fin which the National Spiritual Assembly expressed its displeasure over the “‘Americanization” of the Baha’i community by its members.

The sacred Writings make it abundantly clear that the Master is our primary reference—a reference for the mind, for one’s spiritual space.

Carol Walborn, you certainly hit the nail on the head with your call for an example of personal justice and fairness.

Possibly, if we improve our sense of fairness, courtesy and honesty, we’ll contribute to the hastening of the day when our local and National Assemblies will ripen with the Name and the ability to be Houses of Justice.

Donn Sayer Evanston, Illinois

IN MEMORIAM

Joe Alonzo Marion Gresly Elmerene Neff Salinas, CA Battle Creek, MI Fairfield, CA

Date Unknown May 8, 1985 Date Unknown Khalil Amaei Eugene Swift Hawk Grace Pease Hamlet, NC Eagle Nest, SD Havana, FL February 2, 1986 May 9, 1985 December 28, 1983 Thomas Ashby Earl Herider Myrle Phelan Kansas City, MO Flint, MI Lenora, KS January 18, 1986 February 9, 1986 Date Unknown Ella Behl Mabel Johnson Willie Poole

New Castle County, DE New Castle County, DE Gaffney, SC February 17, 1986 February 14, 1986 September 1985 Walter Blackwell Lila Lepley Rahim Samadani New Orleans, LA Satellite Beach, FL Pittsburgh, PA January 9, 1986 January 28, 1986 February 4, 1986 Hattie Bolden W.H. Logan Eugene Shot With Two Arrows

Georgetown, TX Graham, TX

Parmelee, SD

Date Unknown December 24, 1986 1983

Henry Brown Evelyn Magoun Memphis Watson Pine Ridge, SD Delhi, LA Berino, NM 1985 November 7, 1985 January 30, 1986 Randy Broughton Grace G. McLeod Joseph White Walterboro, SC Red Bank, NJ Bullhead, SD November 17, 1985 January 11, 1986 Date Unknown George Buder Evelyn Millar Jessie Witwer Corpus Christi, TX Elk Grove, CA Oskaloosa, KS February 14, 1986 February 2, 1986 Date Unknown Betty DeLoach

Casper, WY

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Spelman

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school has opened a whole new world to me, and has forced me to exercise spiritual muscles I hadn’t used before.

I thank Bahá’u’lláh for transporting my soul and placing it in another garden where I can dig my spiritual roots deeper and grow closer to the divine essence of our Faith.

Why did I choose to attend Spelman College? Having been immersed in academic talk about the plight of black Americans, I knew that once upon a time the unity between blacks and whites was a most challenging issue ...or is it still a most challenging issue because ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s vision calls for a closer solidarity than just the simple toleration we have of each other today?

In the past, race unity workers emphasized and struggled for selfdignity and political and economic equality for the black race. Today, however, we must emphasize the need to lovingly sacrifice for each other and to work together to solve our social and economic problems,

By joining hands and becoming true lovers of a harmonious life (remember, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá said it means ‘‘an end to all foreign

House of Worship plans prayers for 12th Day of Ridvan

The Baha’i House of Worship Activities Committee is planning a special program for the 12th Day of Ridvan.

To give the Six Year Plan an extra boost, there will be a 24-hour prayer session for its success at the Mother Temple of the West.

The session will begin at 6:30 a.m. Thursday, May 1, and end at 6:30 a.m. on Friday, May 2. This will be followed immediately by a dawn devotiqnal service for the 12th Day of Ridvan.

At 7 p.m. Thursday (midway through the 24-hour prayer session), there will be simultaneous devotional services for the Holy Day at the House of Worship and at McCormick Place in Chicago, site of the 77th Baha’i National Convention.

The Activities Committee warmly invites all those attending the Convention to participate in the prayer session and attend the devotions. Don’t miss this opportunity to join us in prayers for the success of the Six Year Plan.

Bloomfield Baha’is host peace event

About 40 people including some non-Baha’is attended a peace event January 19 sponsored by the Baha’is of Bloomfield, New Jersey.

Topics discussed included the promise of world peace and the contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The featured speaker, a non-Baha’i, was given a copy of ‘The Promise of World Peace.”’

A newspaper reporter who was present later interviewed the Assembly secretary, resulting in an article in the local paper.

ness’’) we can reach a new level of love and unity between the races.

The Hand of the Cause of God Louis Gregory is the sweetest example we have of a person humbly sacrificing his prestigious job, money, ego and oftentimes his dignity to promote unity between whites and blacks.

As one of a few highly educated black men in the country at the turn of the century, he could have been another W.E.B. DuBois or a Marcus Garvey, but he decided instead to direct his energy toward fulfilling ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s vision of racial unity even though it provided no earthly prestige.

What does that tell us about the profound wisdom and value of “Abdu’l-Bahá’s vision and words? We must always pray to stay intimate with the Writings, since they are the corrective medicine for today.

Thus I chose to go to Spelman College knowing that if I lived, shared, participated, struggled and laughed with my Spelman sisters, my communication skills would be better, my understanding greater, and, by the grace of God, I would be that much closer to seeing and living ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s vision. This to me is one of the most powerful ways to unite the world—one heart at a time.

What am I learning at Spelman? That there are many opportunities to be a brilliant star for the Faith. We have to be wise and look for the situations where we can shine the most.

For example, black colleges are the metropolis of progressive black thought, and the places where famous black leaders speak and plan the agenda for social and economic progress for the black American community.

Once you are in this metropolis, you are bombarded with opportunities to become involved in this or that organization and help your fellow man.

This would be a fantastic opportunity for Baha’i youth to show their support and sincerity for blacks and whites to come lovingly together. If one of us is hurting, we all are suffering.

The Universal House of Justice has already called the Baha’is to become more deeply involved in the needs of the world.

If we roll up our sleeves and courageously and sacrificially plunge into a situation, the doors will be opened and give us the chance to serve our fellow man.

When taking this plunge, however, we must not let the world drown us. There will always be some development project or problem to solve in the world.

As Baha’is, our task is to help solve these problems as best we can, but always with an attitude of love and with a pure and sincere heart.

My experience at Spelman has shown me the harsh realities of the black/white issue, and the gloriously joyful spark of energy that occurs when my Spelman sisters and I work in harmony.

It makes me say, ‘Look, Debby, look what you’ve been missing!””

So be alert and wise and look for an opportunity to be a brilliant star, and take that plunge knowing that the spiritual Force is with you!

Thank you for listening. I love you all dearly.

Debby Jackson Atlanta, Georgia

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Joseph Paolino Jr. (center), the mayor of Providence, Rhode Island, is pictured with members of the Spiritual Assembly of Providence after he presented them with a World Religion Day proclamation and was in turn given a

copy of the Universal House of

Justice’s peace statement, ‘The Promise of World Peace.’ The special December issue of The American Baha’i arrived as the Friends were leaving to meet with the mayor, and it was taken along

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Baha’is are encouraged to bring their friends and relatives who are not Baha’is with them to Baha’i Schools. School sessions are an excellent way to acquaint friends with the spirit and teachings of the Faith, FIORE

APRIL 25-27, JUNIOR AND OR YOUTH CONFERENCE. A balanced and diversified program of devotional, recreational, social and service activities will be offered, and classes will be held. Communities are encouraged to organize transportation for youth and youth are encouraged to bring their non-Baha’i friends, Adults bringing a carload of youth may work at the School over the weekend at no cost or study on their own in the library for half the normal rate.

MAY 16-18, CHILDREN’S/PARENTING CONFERENCE. The Confere: i red to children 7-10 and their parents. Children’s classes center on “The Promise of World Peace”’ and seek to acquaint the children with the Baha’i teachings on peace. Musical activities will be led by Susan Engle and Michael Moutrie (‘Loving Hands’’ & “‘Come & Sing’’), recreation by Mary Krzeczkowski, stories by Walt Manderfield, and arts and crafts by Mary Manderfield. Among the teachers are Judy Ri y y Glanville of Ypsilanti Parenting Conference includes a workshop on effe tive parenting by Brenda Snyder, of Olean, New York, who works as a family counselor in a homebased parenting program conducted by St. Bonaventure University’s Community Counseling Department; a workshop by Melanie Smith of East Lansing on using the Creative Word to connect the child’s heart to Baha’u’llah that includes how to establish devotional habits and teach children to memorize the Writings; and a panel discussion on how to instill in children a sense of Baha’i identity with parents raised in Baha’i families. Classes are provided for children under six; no program is offered for children 11 and older.

JUNE 6-8, CONFERENCE FOR NEW ASSEMBLIES AND NEW ASSEMBLY MEMBERS, conducted by Auxiliary Board member Dorothy Borhani, Eugene Andrews of Peekskill, New York, Chairman of the National Teaching Committee, and Annalee Strasburg of the Office of the Secretary. The Conference will focus on the spiritual and practical aspects of maintaining unity in the Assembly and in the community, and on consultation. A question and answer session will be held. The Conference is open to anyone who wants to learn more about the Local Spiritual Assembly. An educational program for children will not be provided but child care is offered for those unable to make other arrangements, provided they register by May 23.

JUNE 13-15, PEACE 2000: MAKING THE DREAM A REALITY, sponsored by the Midwest Regional Committee for the Association for Baha’i Studies. The Friday evening program will be held at the Civic Center in Lansing (one hour’s drive from Louhelen) and will feature a keynote talk by Dr.

William Maxwell from Texas, member of the National Spiritual Assembly, entertainment, and a candlelight march and prayer service for peace on the steps of the State Capitol Building. Saturday and Sunday the Conference is at Louhelen and features keynote talks by Dr. Jane Faily from Ottawa, member of the National Spiritual Assembly of Canada and the Canadian Baha’i International Development Servi Dr. Maxwell and a non-Baha’i involved in United Nations activit workshops conducted by iety of pea i tistic performances and a panel discussion. An added registration fee will be charged by the Association to help cover conference expenses. A PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN 0-12 WILL BE PROVIDED.

JUNE 27-29, WOMEN’S CONFERENCE. The purpose of the Conference is to examine the roles of women in society, to provide a forum for exchanging views and sharing perspectives, and to help women overcome barriers that prevent them from contributing their talents to society and the Baha’i community. A combination of keynote talks, workshops, fellowship and artistic presentations will be featured. Dr. Jane Faily, member of the National Spiritual Assembly of Canada, will speak on the status of women in the world and the issues women and the Baha’i community need to address. Workshops will be held on ‘‘The Greatest Holy Leaf: Heroine and Leader’? by Diane herzadeh, on ‘‘Women and Peace’ by Shiva Tavana, the National Spiritual Assembly’s representative to the United Nations, on “The Family’? by Dr. Faily, on ‘‘Single Parenting” by Gwen Taylor Ghods, on ‘‘Health’’ by Kip Kozlowski and Lisa Irish, on ‘‘Women Raising their Voices in Consultative Meetings’? by Marjorie Mc Cabe, on ‘‘Single Women’”’ by Paula Drewek, and on “Career Planning.’’ A general session will also be held on issues pertinent to women of color and their role in the Baha’i community. Both Dr. Faily and Ms. Tavana attended the U.N.’s_ International Women’s Conference in Nairobi as part of the Baha’i delegation. Participants are encouraged to make other arrangements for their children so that they can give full attention to the Conference; local communities are asked to assist. single mothers so they can attend without their children. For those unable to make other arrangements, child care will be provided for children 11 and under, provided they register by June 13. Youth are encouraged to attend.

JULY 2-7, NATIONAL TEACHER TRAINING CONFERENCE, sponsored by the National Teaching Committee and Louhelen. This Conference is for those involved in teaching and adm

ce are Janice Lever of the NTC’s Education ice, Keith Boehme, a Montessori teacher in Cincinnati, and Geoffry Marks, Louhelen’s Director of Academic Affairs. The purpose of the Conference is to upgrade the quality of instruction offered children in local Baha’i children’s classes through offering workshops on such topics as curriculum and lesson planning, teacher training, building and maintaining community support and involvement, and music education. Workshops will be conducted by Baha’is with expertise in each area. Local Baha’i Schools are encouraged to send representatives to the session.

JULY 11-13, GROWING FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH: AN ORIENTATION TO THE SIX YEAR PLAN, This is an opportunity for Baha’is and their friends and relatives close to the Faith to study the Six Year Plan, to consult on goals to recommend to the National Spiritual Assembly, and

to review the relationship of this Plan to the continuing unfoldment of the Divine Plan. Conducting the Conference will be Fred Schechter of La Mesa, California, member of the Continental Board of Counselors, William Davis of Menlo Park, California, member of the National Spiritual Assembly, and Juana Conrad of Glendale, California, member of the National Teaching Committee. The Counselors and the National Assembly will be reviewing the community’s recommendations during late July and August before submitting a proposed national plan to The Universal House of Justice. This is an ideal opportunity for those who would like to contribute their views and ideas to gather in a relaxed atmosphere to share their thoughts with their fellow believers and friends. Youth are encouraged to participate in the Conference. A PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN 0-14 WILL BE PROVIDED. 3 JULY 20-25, YOUTH WEEK: ‘“‘BAHA’I YOUTH AND THE SPIRITUAL REVOLUTION.” Classes for junior and senior youth and iety of recreational, social and devotional activities are offered. Teachers for the senior youth s n are Dr. William Maxwell, member of the National Spiritual Assembly, whose course is on God Passes By, Duane Omid-Varan, a member of the National Youth Committee from Texas, on ‘‘The Discourse of the Spiritual Revolution,’”? and Khotan Shahbazi of Virginia, on ‘‘The Role of Youth in the International Year of Peace.’’ Teaching the junior youth session are David Whitfield of Tennessee, on ‘‘The Most Challenging Issue,’’ Shahin Sobhani of Virginia, on “Peer Pressure,’’ and Addison Bibb of Massachusetts on ‘‘The Unity of the World’s Religions.’’ All the teachers, except Dr. Maxwell, are youth. Their courses will be consultative in nature and will engage the participants emotionally, intellectually and spiritually. The session is dedicated 10 the memory of Miss Andrea Singer, a vibrant and devoted Baha’i youth who passed away in March after an eight year battle with Hodgkins disease.

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California whose course on ‘‘The Historical Dialectic: The Operating Principles of Social Change,”’ is an analysis of global spiritual and_ political movements viewed in light of the emerging Baha’i model for development; Jack McCants of Oklahoma on ‘Scriptural and Spiritual Answers to Fundamentalist’s Questions,” a course that examines the growth of the fundamentalist movement in the United States and the doctrines on which it is based, and offers a spiritual and biblical response; and Dr. Carol Spellan of Atlanta, a psychiatrist in private practice, whose course, ‘‘Mental Health — A Baha’i Perspective,’’ examines the Baha’i Writings on the well-being of the individual and the family. Among. the children’s teachers are Sandy and Alonzo Coleman of California (7-10) and Diane Bohannon of East Lansing (11-14).

AUGUST 10-15, GENERAL SESSION. Adult teachers are Florence Mayberry, Idaho, a former Counsellor and member of the International Teaching Centre, whose course on ‘‘Soul, Mind and Spirit’’ explores the Baha’i teachings on the reality of the soul and its various expressions and deals with such questions as heaven, hell, satan, and life after death; Tony Akemann of San Diego, a computer specialist and frequent teacher at Bosch, on ‘‘Global Signposts of the Emerging World Order,” an examination of the changing trends of our society heralding the emergence of a new world ci n; and Paul Lample, National Teaching Committee staff member and Marcia Lample, former member of the National Youth Committee, on ‘‘The Individual and the Unfoldment of the Plan of God,’’ a course that looks at the spiritual foundations of teaching and at the process of spiritual transformation which occurs in the hearts of both seeker and teacher. Among the children’s teachers is Kathy Racki of Wisconsin (2-3).

AUGUST 10-15, PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION PROGRAM. Offers spiritual insight and practical suggestions on how to rid oneself of undesirable habits and acquire virtues. The course is offered in a six day format, rather than the usual 10 week format. Facilitators are Paula Drewek and David Strom. Limit: 15 students.

AUGUST 3-8 and 10-15, TRAINING PROGRAM FOR TEACHERS OF CHILDREN. Those who would like to receive training in how to organize and conduct Baha’i classes for children and youth 11-14 work as aides to experienced teachers. The experience includes helping plan and conduct lessons, observing teacher-child interactions, debriefing daily, and planning and carrying out one’s own | ns. The experience can be tailored to meet individual needs. Classes are usually grouped 2-3, 4-6, 7-10, 11-14 depending on the session registrations.

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AUGUST 29-SEPTEMBER 1, HOMECOMING: A satellite conference of the National Peace Conference in San Francisco. The keynote talks given in San Francisco will be taped and sent via express mail to Louhelen. Workshops and artistic presentations parallelling those offered in San Francisco will also be featured. If you would like to attend the National Peace Conference but can’t or don’t want to travel to San Francisco, come to Louhelen, where you can experience much of the Conference in an intimate, relaxed setting. Time for fellowship and some of the other traditional Homecoming activities will be allocated. A PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN 0-14 WILL BE PROVIDED. There will be an added conference fee ($5-$10) to cover the costs of the Conference program, workshop materials, video taping, etc.

OCTOBER 5-11, ELDERHOSTEL. A six-day program that features courses of general interest, and social and recreational activities for seniors. Elderhostel is an educational organization whose sessions are similar to the Baha’i school format and are offered at many educational institutions throughout North America and Europe. This is a program for non-Baha’is. Baha’is are invited to attend and bring their friends. The rate for the session is $205. Registration is through Elderhostel headquarters in Boston. You may register by writing the Boston office (80 Boylston St., 02116).

RATES (with preregistration*)

T Youth 1 Parent/ 1 Parent/ 2 Parents/ T Adult 12:20, 8/1 Child 2 or More Lor More — out Pareat Under 21 Chitdren Children 1-DAY** Shs (Say is aes [beset | ses $ 80 $105 $125 | $200 | $260 | $310

Rates apply to those whose preregistration fee ($10/person) is

RECEIVED at Louhelen at least 2 full weeks before the start of a session. Those registering after that date: Add $10/weekend or $15/5-day session to rates posted above.

Seniors, married couples, 2-member families and the handicapped will be assigned a two-bed room at no added cost.

Other attendees will be assigned ‘dorm’? (2 bunks per room), unless a double is requested (at additional $5/night) and space permits.

Single rooms are available on a very limited basis. ADD $14/day for a single room.

- 1-DAY fee applies to ‘day students’’ and includes lunch and

all facility use costs; breakfast and/or dinner are additional.

N: Sheets, towels and pillow cases are $4.00 extra per set.

KEY DEPOSITS: $2 (refundable) ASSEMBLY DISCOUNT: A 10% discount is offered to Assemblies providing a full Scholarship. Fee will be paid directly to Louhelen. by the LSA. To TER: See information at the end of this section.

NEW DISCOUNT FOR FAMILIES, COUPLES AND SENIORS: To make it less expensive for families

to attend, Louhelen

instituting a special rate for families of three—additional children in the Family at tend at no extra cost. (See rate table.) Also, married couples, two-member families, seniors and the handicapped will be assigned rooms with two beds at no added cost.

REGIONAL BAHA'I SCHOOLS

ARIZONA Dates: July 4-6, 1986 Location: Belmont’ Baha’i Property, near Flag staff “DEVELOPING PEACE”

Spaces for tents, RVs or motel 10 miles away, site is primitive

Some meals provided, breakfasts usually the responsibility of participants

Classes: Tents for children’s classes, covered outdoor area for adult and youth classes

Recreation: _Volleyballs, basketballs available; hiking areas; Do bring your musical instruments!

Rates: Ages No Meals With Meals 0-3 No charge No charge

4-9 $ 5.00 $12.00

10 - adult $10.00 $17.00

10% discount to families of 4 or more persons

Pre-register: By June 14, 1986, please.

Registrar: Lottie Chunowitz’ (602) 993-2843 ‘or message at Phoenix, AZ 85023 (602) 277-0754 GEORGIA Dates: August 7-10, 1986 Location: Albany State College,

capacity for 250

Theme: “PEACE IS THE PROMISE: Preparation for Living in a Peaceful Age” Meals: Cafeteria service

Classes: 2 conference rooms for youth and adult programs, 8 rooms for children and pre-youth; auditorium . Recreation: Athletic resources are complete! Olympic size swimming pool, gym nasium, playing fields, etc. Rates: Rooms ~ $8 per night based on dou ble occupancy. Adults - $24 for 8 meals, (costs for

been Pre-registration is encouraged! Janet New (404) 834-0352

Pre-register: Registrar:

Carrollton, GA 30117

This gathering will be publicized as a “PEACE CONFERENCE” — Educators, businessmen, community leaders from Albany will be invited to discuss the issues. The media will be welcomed also.

Note:

COLORADO WEST August 12-13, 1986

Camp Iilium,'5 miles from Telluride “THE PROMISE OF WORLD

PEACE”

Registrar: Frank Hitti (303) 565-7910

Cortez, CO 81321

GREAT PLAINS (NEBRASKA) July 20-26, 1986

Nebraska Youth Leadership Development Center in Aurora, excellent classes. and accommodations, airconditioned, capacity for 300

Theme: “NOW IS THE TIME TO REFRESH

AND GLADDEN THE DOWNCAST”

Classes: Teaching, Peace, interest groups, parent group

Recreation: Indoor swimming, indoor/outdoor

volleyball, jogging, horseshoes, soft ball Rates: Motel type Dorm

Adult $160 $142

Youth (15-19) $133 $127

dr. Youth (9-14) $100

Child (4-13) $ 60

Under age 4 no charge

Day student w/o food or room $10 By June 20th please. Kathryn Schneider

Pre-register:

Registrar: (402) 727-5708

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RATES

Sunday Supper Saturday Lunch

Bed & Meals Sat. Breakfast. Sunday Lunch Ages 15 & over $140.00 $2800. Ito 4 105.00 21.00 60 10 94.00 18.00 205 65.00 12.00 under 2 24.00 4.00

Fees are slightly lower in the dormitories and cabins.

Discounts of up to 10% are available:

5% family (defined as a child and related adult)

5% attendance at the full weekly session

(Sunday supper through Saturday breakfast)

10% senior citizen

10% scholarship given by an individual or Baha’i institution Day Students $2 per child per day - maximum of $5 per

family per day. All meals extra.

Campground $5 per campsite per night. Intended for families. All meals extra.

Deposit $10 per adult, refundable up to 48 hrs. in advance of a program. Not transferable. Please pre-register at least 7 days in advance of a program, otherwise Green Acre cannot guarantee bed/board.

Linen Rental $4 for sheets, pillowcase, towel. People are encouraged to bring their own.

Sponsor Policy Everyone under 15 not accompanied by a parent or guardian must attend with a sponsor approved in advance by Green Acre: over 21, not on Work/Study or staff, able to be housed with the child.

VISA and MASTERCARD accepted.

Please note that pets are not allowed on the campus.

Please do not bring radios or TV.

Dress / conduct code “‘Such a chaste and holy life, with its implications of modesty, purity, temperance, decency, and clean-mindedness, involves no less than the exercise of moderation that pertains to dress, language, amusements, and all art and literary avocations.’””

(The Advent of Divine Justice) i is the obligation of the Green Acre Council to see that these standards are upheld.

Class Schedules The weekly classes meet Monday through Friday. Please plan to arrive Sunday evening for Devotions and Orientations at 7 p.m.

The Weekend Institutes meet Saturday afternoon from 2 - 5 and Sunday morning from 9 - noon.

Work/Study Program This program offers 2 week sessions during which participants work for 1 week and study for the other, Sessions are July 4 - 20; July 20 - August 3; August 3 - 17; August 17 - September 1. Work/Study must be applied for in advance. The fee is $50, which includes room, board and linen. Everyone 15 years and older (adults included) is welcome to apply.

Youth Program Each week is Youth Week at Green Acre. This Summer your program will be based on the International Year of ind “The Promise of World Peace.”’ Bring.

S to share with the other youth, the adults and the children at Green Acre. Both the Junior Youth (ages. 12-14) and the Senior Youth (ages 15-18) should plan to arrive Sunday in time for Orientation at 7 p.m. Please remember that each person under 15 must have a sponsor. Non-Baha’i friends are always welcome, though they need to have clear expectations about Baha’i standards.

Children’s Programs The Children’s Program is just as important as the Adult and the Youth Programs. We have a Nursery, a Kindergarten, a Junior Class and a Senior C! so that every child up through Il years of age can participate in a Baha’i educational program. Parents will need to assist their children under 2 in the Nursery.

The children’s teachers request that each child be present for all 5 days of class, Monday through Friday. And because classroom space is limited parents should pre-register their children (boarders and day students) at least 7 days in advance.

GREEN ACRE BAHA'I SCHOOL

PO. BOX 17, ELIOT, MAINE 03903 (207) 439-0019

“T want you to be happy in Green Acre, to laugh, smile and rejoice in order that others may be made happy by you.””

‘Abdu’ Il-Baha

GREEN ACRE ADULT PROGRAM 1986

WEEKEND INSTITUTES Saturday & Sunday

WEEKLY PROGRAMS Monday through Friday

July 4-5-6 Green Acre World Unity Festival

July7-1 Islam: The Foundation of the Baha’i Dispensation Pioneering Preparation

July 14-18 ee! eed Consultation: The Power of the Future reativity 6 Leonard Smith Bob Harn Working for World Peace in our family, job and community Barbara Harris & Rodney Richards July 19-20 Oe i July 21-25 a fete Surires eerie poculerencs Leadership Through Servitude ‘ounsellor jarris an Eloy Anello

N.TCC. Secretary Cap Cornwell

July 26-27 The Farmer Family Memorial Lecture Mildred Mottahedeh

August 2-3 Racism: A Major Barrier to Peace Betty Roberts and Carol Rutstein

August 9-10 The Guardian's Iran Muhájir

ision of Pioneering

August 16-17

Service to Mankind William Smith

July 28 - August 1 Baha’i Spiritual & Biblical Annee to Fundamentalists Jack McCants The Language of the Spirit Josephine Nichols

August 4-8 The True Meaning of the Equality of Men & Women Juana Conrad The Meaning of Emerging From Obscurity Nathan Rutstein

August 11-15 Sharing the Healing Message Albert James

How to Deliver the Glad Tidings Cynthia Muse

August 18-22 The Covenant Billy Roberts The Law: Its Evolution & Relation to Society and the Individual Eric Mondschein & Richard Kommers

August 23-24 Human Relationships & the Paralysis of Will Robin Chandler & Jamshid Ashourian

August 25-29 Developing Character June Remignanti The Station of Women in the Islamic, Babi and Baha’i Dispensations Afaf Stevens

August 30-31-September 1 Green Acre Peace Conference

Summer Jobs: Contact the School for information and applications

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The Bosch Baha’i School is located in a remote area of the Santa Cruz Mountains about fourteen miles from the city of Santa Cruz. The sixty-seven acre campus is located at 2200 feet elevation and provides a peaceful setting among redwoods, firs and oaks for living in a distinct Baha’i atmosphere.

Recreational facilities at the school include a swimming pool, a children's wading pool, playground, volleyball court, horseshoe pits, table tennis, walking trails, space for other games and opportunities for outdoor recreation and nature study.

A detailed map will be sent upon confirmation. The nearest airport is San Jose, miles away.

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HOUSING

Housing accomodations consist of fourteen redwood cabins and six summer cabins, each

housing four to six. All cabins are equipped with bunk beds with some twin beds, blankets and pillows. Each redwood cabin has one or two rooms and a bath. Each summer cabin has a washbasin, but shares a central bathhouse facility, and is not heated. A limited number of semi-private rooms are available for couples. A cabin is equipped for the disabled. Note preference on Registration Form.

Four RV pads with electrical and water hookups are available. Meals may be cooked within the vehicle, or taken in the Lodge dining room for extra charge. No outdoor cooking is allowed.

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PROMISE OF WORLD PEACE

the Vision

EXPLORE the vision of a unique world civilization inspired by the Creative Word. EXPAND our understanding of same of the facets of that vision:

a prejudice free society * equality of the sexes * social justice

PRACTICE consultation skills and problem-solving in personal and community relationships. (STRENGTHEN our conmitment to transform the vision into reality.

WEEK 1 June 21-26 dr. Youth, ages 12-15 Teachers will present classes on the summer theme. Each attendee will be assigned to a cabin group under the direction of a youth counsellor. No sponsor required. Note special rate for this week only.

WEEK 2 © June 28-July 3 General Session* CONSULTATION: From Principle to Practice Michael Bond MUSIC IS FOR EVERYONE-- Workshop, all ages Donna Kime THE FOURTH EPOCH: Expectations of the New

Plan

WEEK 3 July 5-10 CONSULTATION: The Means, the Mixer and the Cement John Kolstoe VISIONS OF WORLD PEACE: from Isaiah to the Universal House of Justice William Maxwell

General Session* The Catalyst,

FOOD FOR THE SOUL: Music in Baha’i Life Jan Sadler WEEK 4 = July 12-17 General Session*

OUR COVENANT WITH BAHA'U'LLAH: A Deeper Look Jalil Mahmoudi CONSULTATION: The Means, the Catalyst, the Mixer and the Cement John Kolstoe THE PROMISE OF WORLD PEACE Hedayat Rahimi

(in Persian)

WEEK 5 = July 19-24 General Session* ORDERING HUMAN AFFAIRS: The Art of Consultation

Edward Diliberto FULFILLING THE PROMISE Teacher to be announced THE HISTORICAL DIALECTIC: Social Change in Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Baha’i Faith Edward Diliberto MUSIC AND FOLK DANCE AROUND THE WORLD Susan Berkman WEEK 6 = July 26-31 Young Adults and Youth (limited to ages 15 and over) HEAVEN ON EARTH: The Vision at Work Counsellor Fred Schechter PEACEMAKING: The Model of Baha’i Experience THE COVENANT OF BAHA'U'LLAH LIFE, THE UNIVERSE, AND EVERYTHING PUBLIC SPEAKING/LEADERSHIP SKILLS FRIENDSHIP AND MARRIAGE Ben and Parisa Norris, Duane Varan, Anthony Akemann, Barbara-Ann Blair

ON YOUR WAY TO THE PEACE CONFERENCE?

Open House Tuesday afternoon, and Wednesday afternoon, August 27 and 28. Please make reservation for dinner in advance.

WEEK 7 SKILLS FOR PROBLEM SOLVING Richard DaBell and Hoda Mahmoudi WORLD PEACE AND AMERICA'S SPIRITUAL DESTINY Alberta Deas KODALY MUSIC WORKSHOPS for all ages Charlotte Richardson

August 2-7 General Session*

WEEK 8 = August 9-14 TO GROW WITH OUR FAITH Amin Banani APPLYING SPIRITUAL PRINCIPLES TO PROBLEM SOLVING: Foundation for World Peace William E. Davis EXPECTATIONS OF THE SIX YEAR PLAN Sheila Banani KODALY MUSIC WORKSHOPS for all ages Charlotte Richardson

General Session*

WEEK 9 August 16-21 General Session* CONSULTATION: Baha’i Problem Solving Linda Kavelin Popov MEETING THE CHALLENGE Dan Popov and Linda Kavelin Popov FOUNDATIONS OF WORLD PEACE William Garlington

WEEK 10 August 23-28 THE HEREAFTER AND NOW: Day by Day Velma Sherrill

General Session* Guidance for Living

PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS OF SPIRITUAL PRINCIPLES: Consultation James Mock

THE BAHA'I PRESENCE IN THE HOLY LAND Scott and Renee Wessel Jaenicke Special Guest, Robert Harris, Counsellor

General Sessions:

one. TEACHERS AND CLASSES SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Classes for all ages over

BOOKS TO BRING Consultation: A Compilation

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RATES RESIDENT STUDENTS EARLY LATE CABIN REGISTRATION* REGISTRATION Adults $135 $145 Sr. Youth 15-20 115 125 Jr. Youth 11-14 105 115 Jr. Youth week** 440 150 Child 1-10 80 90 Infants under 1 no charge no charge SUMMER CABIN Adults. 105 115 Sr."Youth 15-20 5 105 Jr. Youth 11-14 85 95 Jr. Youth Week** 140 150 Child 1-10 70 80 Infants under 1 no charge no charge RAV SITES Site for vehicle 30 35 Plus, for each person 20 25

Meals, if available extra charge

DAY STUDENTS Per person, per day (facility fee) $4 Meals, if available, extra charge

BOSCH SCHOLARSHIPS: A limited number of scholarships are available to those who cannot otherwise attend. Contact the bosch Registrar in advance for details.

WORK STUDY Three or four work/study scholarships are available for each session. Working four to five hours a day assisting with meal service and cleanup gives full scholarship, less deposit. Spiritual Assembly recommend ation required. Contact Registrar for details.

RATE REDUCTION: A 10% rate reduction will be given in each of the following catagories. Only one reduction per person will be granted.

REGISTRATION

Please pre-register as early as possible to insure a space and to allow time for processing and confirmation of your registration. Preference will be given to full session attendees.

To pre-register BY MAIL send NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT as follows: RESIDENT STUDENTS

Regular Cabin per person $15.00 RAV. each site 15.00 Residing in R.V. per person 4.00 DAY STUDENTS per person 4.00

(See rate section for total fees) To pre-register BY PHONE make deposits by Visa or Master Card, only. Deposits for registrations which confirmed will be returned. REGISTRATION DEPOSITS AND SPACES CANNOT BE TRANSFERRED FROM ONE PERSON TO ANOTHER.

cannot be

REGISTRATION DEPOSITS CANNOT BE TRANSFERRED FROM ONE SESSION TO ANOTHER.

REGISTRATION begins at 3:30 P.M. on first day of the session, with dinner at 6:00 P.M. Evening Program, 8:00 P.M. Session closes

To qualify for early registration rates, ASSEMBLY SPONSORED SCHOLARSIPS: Fee must be with lunch on last day. Campus should be

deposit must be received at least 21 days paid directly to Bosch by the Assembly. cleared by 2:00 P.M. before the beginning of the session. SENIOR CITIZEN: Given on request to anyone 65 or older. MASTER CARD AND VISA are accepted for payment

- Jr. Youth Week: Note special rate. Students FAMILIES OF FIVE OR MORE: Applies only to of fees.

may be assigned to either cabin type as families consisting of parents and ,ppRess: needed. dependent children. Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Regional Schools continued IDAHO Write or call for information: fee! MONTANA Registrar: Dale Sollars (208) 785-4495 Day student’s rates are $3.50 per Dates: July 20-26, 1986 meal, $5.50 per night. $5.00 facility Location: Red Lodge Lions Camp, capacity for Blackfoot, ID 83221 fee for one day; $10.00 facility fee 100 for more than one day + $6 tax Theme: “UNFURLING THE BANNER OF PI on Pesta eee or 1986 MASSANETTA SPRINGS (VIRGINIA) Lodging: vay caus ou ros Location: Scattergood (Quaker) School Dates: August 29-31, 1986 Meals: Central Dining Hall Theme: “VISION OF PEACE” Location: — Massanetta Springs Conference Cen- Classes: Separate classrooms for all age groups Lodging: Dorms with 75 beds available on a ter, near Harrisonburg, VA Recreation: Hiking in the wilderness, arts and i atiedconieistisacved|baris(aincicg Lodging: Varied lodging: hotel 2nd, 3rd, 4th tarts couterapiay held! 2 available; motels nearby e floors (the rates go down the higher Rates: Ages : Rates Meals’ UCaTetetinaersice the floor because there are no eleva- diland/over $100 Classes: Classes for every age level! Tg. CER une nGS 8 to 14 $ 60 Recreation: Gym, hockey/soccer fields ast alaine Belli ve family style in large 3to7 $ 50 Raves romvicuruancioaults Beng Recreation: Swimming, tennis, hiking trails Pee et adni ie Children ~ $2250 Classes: manieeebors ildren’s classes and Pre-register: By July 1, 1986 please! fafa brea yi ne - in Rates: Adults and Youth, ages 12 and over egecet: De aae Be esha . ae al aes ae ey aenesls) 3 e7SH Plan A Hotel-2nd floor; Motel, semi-private Billings, MT 59105 (406) Ret OT, Sieree reste 2 aol Lh aay ewes * $55.34 bath, weekend total includes 5 meals, ING ta ost eleteiontater1000 teabiees. ke tal egistrar: Bill Cave (515) 753-5233 igeomitatiie, cai ait gentanlty! but not Seg era sontons 000 fenUnuy belting 518 North 1st Street conference fee (or $15.34 per night TeeeEn ClOBOUs Mt eter Marshalltown, IA 50158 includingitaac) Necaton| classes Bvellowstone Ny Plan B Hotel-3rd floor; Inn with a bath on rab Fe MISS ISSUE ELS atu * $41.30 the floor, weekend total includes all NINE OAKS (CALIFORNIA) tay Puy alr e201 98) : but conference fee (or $8.32 per Di May 3, 1986 Location: Percy Quinn State Park, McComb, hight inciudibg tasty lay 3, 1986 ie Mississippi PIERC | Cottage: Begs Hote n . rroyo a eae mee AES TL age; dormitory; Hotel 4th floor, Gude 3 50 adults Cee eRe ASE NCES * $34.02 camping, weekend total includes all Stee eae ee Sear BAHA’U’LLAH” Pee ae fee (or $4.68 per door eating and recreation; nice liLodging: 8 air-conditioned cabins that sleep omineae ave TO ese iC ae icc Meat ean oo * $28.17 (or $7.67 per night including tax) Nine. Oaks issiusually °aone=daySlasaees en air pavilli sutinge cab” hool. Students wishing to st: Classes: Open air pavillion for meetings; cab iifian comrsbolveradiap $100 and soapicanite es pel ead EE Ges Recreation: Swimming, paddle boats hiking, soft- purchased, or bring your'own: fae eas pacar ier i Golf, fishii at- wo mi s in, It ie Bald AGaoty, Golbiishing boat * The above totals do not yet include a\confer- in dese‘of diunmisetencaHoniiigh theta Rates: Adults and Youth ence fee of $7 to $9. When the exact fee is fore, motels, hotels, and any of the

$47.17 + $10.00 facili $57.17 each

Jr. Youth and Children $42.45 + $10.00 facility fee $52.45 each

Infants charged $10.00 facility fee only

Ages 3-14 get a 10% discount and all over age 60 do not pay the facility

a

confirmed it must be added to the total.

Meal package: 5 meals plus tax and gratuity

$23.66

%4 price ages 4-11 $11.83 Individual meals: Adult Child Breakfast $3.14 $1.57 Lunch $4.28 $2.14

Dinner &

Sunday supper $6.56 $3.28

numerous campgrounds must receive your reservation well in advance of your arrival especially if you are traveling a distance.

Meals: Each student is responsible for own meals: bring a sack lunch (beverage will be provided) and eat at a local restaurant for dinn

Classes: May 3 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

~ Adults in one large classroom: [Page 38]NABI Expresses Master’s Vision, Native Believers’ Hopes

Native Institute Prepares for New Phase of Growth

In the Tablets of the Di Plan,

Abdu’l-Bahá exhorted the Baha’is to

“give great importance to teaching the Indians’’ and promised that “should these Indians and aborigines be educated and obtain guidance, there is no doubt that through the divine teachings, they will become so enlightened as in turn to shed light to all regions.”” It was this vision and promise that inspired the Navajo and Hopi Baha’is and their pioneer friends to establish a teaching institute on the Navajo Reservation.

Born during the 5-year Plan at the National Convention of 1978, the Native American Baha’i Institute took form during the 7-year Plan, assured of success by its inclusion by the Universal House of Justice as a goal of the Plan, and serving as the site for many memorable Baha’i events and the development of its first facilities. Among the Institute’s highlights and accomplishments have been:

© the holding of many conferences and ‘council fires’’, including two historic events connected with the Trail of Light teams of native Baha’ is traveling between North and South America, and the Gordon Tong

primarly for meetings and conferences, and dedicated in 1982 dur

stitute as a center for children’s and youth programs and Reservation teaching projects;

purpose Workshop;

the interment on the Institute property of the remains of well-loved

Reservation pioneer Dr. Gordon H. Tong in August 1984, whose fami continues to reside on adjacent property and to offer valued volunteer services to the Institute;

the holding of a Navajo traditional

ceremony for the protection of the Baha’is of Iran;

the construction and dedication at

Naw-Rúz 1985 of the beautiful simple, shrine-like, round-domed “Prayer Hogan’’, reflecting Navajo tradition and elevating it by the creative Baha’i spirit;

the holding of deepenings in the

Navajo language and the introduction of teaching and consolidation

of the first Spiritual A: Houck Chapter, in whos ty the Institute resides;

Already vibrating with the fresh memories of the many special events that have attended its birth and infancy, this Navajo-Hopiland teaching institute looks forward to the challenges. and opportunities for the Faith on the Reservation in the upcoming SixYear Plan. High on the Institute’s agenda of responses to these challenges and opportunities will be: © Supporting and assisting the increasingly dramatic expansion and consolidation of the Faith on the Navajo and Hopi Reservations;

increased translation of the Creative

Word into the Navajo language;

the preparation of effective

materials and strategies for teaching the Faith and developing Baha’i communities on the Reservation;

the training of native teachers of the

Faith;

assisting with the development of

materials and methods for the effective Baha’i education of native children, youth, and families;

the construction of further facilities

to more fully accommodate the

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The Native American Baha’i Institute's Prayer Hogan, viewed during construction in

Spring 1985.

development of Institute programs and facilities will, of course, require the support of increasing levels of financial and human_resources. Presently supported by the National Bal Fund, the Native American Baha’i Institute looks to the day when the dreams and plans for its development will be realized. Obviously, the more resources available, the sooner these plans will be fulfilled.

To hasten this process, and with the ultimate intent of relieving the National Fund of some of the cost of running the Institute, a special fund is now being created: the Gordon H. Tong Memorial Endowment, details

visual and recording studio equip ment, a near-new van for transporating students, and Baha’i literature and teaching materials. Also, Baha’i volunteers will be used in upcoming construction projects, which are presently being designed by the Institute’s resident architectural planner, John Nicol. Correspondence, contributi and offers of assistance can be sent to:

Native American Baha’i Institute, P.O. Box 167, Houck, AZ 86506 (for UPS, add the description: % mile east of Burntwater Trading Post).

Phone: 602-367-8595, or 602-367-5126, ext. 8595.

Council Fire in August 1985;

the construction of an eight-sided

“*Hogan”’,

Navajo-style

Columbia; and used

Regional Schools continued

Forecast:

June

August October

Recreation:

Rates:

Pre-register: Registrar:

NEW JERSEY Registrar:

EFFECTIVE PARENTING with Mrs. Molly King

Children’s program for ages 2 to 11, no nursery

5 children’s and youth classrooms Youth program for ages 12 through 20 is:

MAKING MUSIC IN THE WORLD, IN LIFE, IN THE FAITH

Do Bring Your Instruments!

Then, 7:30 to 9:00, IS WORLD PEACE INEVITABLE? with a secular panel (Beyond War, Mothers for Peace etc.)

Adult programs for June and August are not final at this printing. Future youth programs include:

Release CREATIVE Self Through the CREATIVE WORD (music, art, science, business, the written word) PIONEERING AND THE YEAR OF SERVICE

Family school with Sandy Swensen Scott: all ages interact and are not in separate classrooms.

Adult/Youth ping pong, volleyball, badminton, horseshoes and for the children a merry-go-round, swing, slide, sand/water tables

$7 per person, $10 per couple, $12 per couple with children ages 2+

The Wednesday before the session Corrinne Christensen

Lompoc, CA 93436 (805) 735-1410

Write or call for information: Scott P. Duncan (201) 463-3683

Piscataway, NJ 0885

NORTH DAKOTA Write or call for information:

Registrar:

Marian Kadrie (701) 235-3635

Fargo, ND 58102

materials from the Ruhi Institute in

the establishment at Ridvan 1985

tion/media center;

These enthusi

stic plans for the

OREGON EAST

Dates: Location:

Theme: Lodging:

Meals: Classes:

Recreation:

Note:

Pre-register:

Registrar:

operations and act of the In- of which be announced in stitute, most notably dormitori forthcoming issues of the American Baha’i.

At the same time, the Institute is actively seeking donations of audio SDPO SOV SS

Lodging: —Dormitory-style in cabins of 10 each. July 12-15, 1986 Bring sleeping bags, bedding. ChilWallowa Methodist Camp, Wallowa dren lodged with parent to age 8. Lake, OR at the foot of Eagle Cap Some family cabins can be arranged Wilderness, capacity for 100 if 8 to a cabin is guaranteed. “THE GIFT OF PEACE” Meals: Meals served family style. ‘A huge rustic ‘A’ frame lodge with Note: ALL SUPPORT SERVICES are perlarge meeting area is surrounded by formed by those attending the school. shared family cabins with bunks. In addition to the chance to serve, it Two large bathhouses with showers is our goal to present a balanced proare centrally located. Dormitory cab- gram of devotion, study and recreains also used. Camping facilities tion. available! Classes: Held both indoors and out. Main Cafeteria service lodge with a fireplace and P.A. sysIndoor cabin classes and some out- tem; outside amphitheatres; some door classes classes in cabins. Children’s program Organized recreation: games, hikes, includes learning centers!! crafts and lake outings — and, of Recreation: Heated swimming pool, hiking, roller course, our annual volleyball tour- skating, tennis, volleyball, baseball, nament!!!! football, fly fishing, archery, folk This is a truly “woodsy” setting. The dancing, canoeing. Supervised and deer come onto the campsite daily free recreation periods. Lots of music. and will eat from your hand, Pure air, Rates: Adult $ 75 rustic, mountain area: a wonderful Youth (15-20) $ 50 atmosphere for sharing Baha’u’llah’s Jr. Youth (9-14) $ 35 gifts! Children (4-8) $ 25 Adult (12 yrs +) $47 Family rate ‘ $240 Jr. Youth (7-11) $37 Pre-register: By August 10, 1986 please. Children (3-6) $25 Registrar: GaryMcConnell (509) 582-4273 Infants (0-2) $9 Day students $ 1.85 per Kennewick, WA 99336

day plus meals Add $3.00 to rates if you do not preregister. It is essential for our meal count and for the camp staff to prepare for your coming that you preregister by June 25, 1986!!! Thanks. Sharon Hays

Enterprise, OR 97828

SHELTERING BRANCH (WASHINGTON)

Dates: Location: ‘Theme:

August 17-23, 1986 Camp Wooten ELC, capacity for 135 “ENDURING SOLUTIONS FOR WORLD PEACE”

SOUTH DAKOTA Write or call for information:

Registrar:

OREGON WEST Write or call for informatio:

Registrar:

UTAH Registrar:

Robert Haugen (605) 342-3562

Rapid City, SD 57702

Star Stone (503) 673-3737 Roseburg, OR 97470

Write or call for'information: Lagha Talebreza (801) 487-5280

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O my God! O my God! Thou seest me in my lowliness and weakness, occupied with the greatest undertaking, determined to raise Thy word among the masses and to

spread Thy teachings among Thy peoples...

"Abdu' 1-Baha

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DEVELOPING THE WILL TO ACT * JUNE 26 - 29, 1986 * CLASSES FOR ALL

For information write or call: Roy Jones» Registrar

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A NOTE ABOUT RATES

Like other educational institutions, Baha’i-owned Schools and Institutes are subsidized. While other schools are subsidized by endowments, grants and tax dollars, Baha’i Schools are subsidized by the National Baha’i Fund. About 40% of the cost of operating the Schools is paid for by the Fund. This subsidy allows the Schools to charge the friends 40% less than the actual costs. This year Baha’i Schools and Institutes are striving to absorb major increases in utility and insurance costs without raising rates substantially or requiring increased subsidy from the Fund. (Bosch’s insurance rates are up from $3,000 to $16,000 while Louhelen’s are up $4,000 to $32,000.)

You can support Baha’i Schools and Institutes by:

@ Attending sessions and encouraging others to

attend;

@ Supporting the Schools’ scholarship and en dowment funds;

@ Joining the Schools’ booster organizations;

@ Encouraging your community to make regular

contributions to one of the School

@ Volunteering your services and skill

“The services rendered by Louhelen School are

growing more and more important, and he rejoices to

see the friends flocking there, Summer and Winter,

to study, exchange ideas and grow closer to each other.”

From a letter written on behalf of Shoghi Effendi,

dated March 16, 1946

“He was happy to see so many of the friends present on that occasion; for this Baha’i association kindles enthusiasm and harmony amongst the friends, and produces new plans for teaching in the home communities.”

From a letter written on behalf of Shoghi Effendi dated Oct. 11, 1948, to the 1948 Louhelen Homecoming

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EFFECTIVE TEACHING

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Address Student Workbook @ $2.00 ea.

city Jaw 2 Instructor's Guide @ $2.00 ea.

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GREEN ACRE BAHA’l SCHOOL

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BOSCH BAHA’l SCHOOL 500 COMSTOCK LANE SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060

LOUHELEN BAHA'I SCHOOL 3208 S. STATE ROAD DAVISON, MI 48423

207-439-0019 408-423-3387 313-653-5033 FAMILY NAME HOME PHONE’ ( yee _____——s WORK PHONE ( ) Print First Name Sex Age Street Address City State Zip cs PLEASE COMPLETE FOR BOSCH: PLEASE COMPLETE FOR LOUHELEN: { ] CABIN. [ ] SUMMER CABIN SPECIAL REQUESTS: i ROOM: oe LS { ] cRTB [ J] LINEN FOR @ S4/EA. Gy, [ ] TRANSPORTATION. .. (SEE PROG. NOTE) PLEASE COMPLETE FOR GREEN ACRE: [ ] DISABLED [ ] WORK-STUDY [ ] INFO ON WORK-STUDY SCHOLARSHIPS [ ] LSA DISCOUNT ARRIVE /__/____ FOR: DEPOSIT REQUIRED: (J BREAKFAST [ ] LUNCH [ ] DINNER $ 15 PER STUDENT IN CABIN DEPOSIT REQUIRED: $ 10/PERSON LEAVE __/__/____ AFTER: OR SUMMER CABIN. [ ] BREAKFAST [ ] LUNCH [ ] DINNER $ 15 PER RV SITE [ ] DEPOSIT ENCLOSED {J pay stupenr— [J OVERNIGHT $ 4 PER RV RESIDENT [J CHARGE TO VISA/MC [ ] campcrounD [] LINEN [ ] CRIB $ 4 PER DAY STUDENT CANADIANS: DEPOSIT REQUIRED: $10/ADULT { ] TOTAL DEPOSIT ENCLOSED PLEASE MAKE ALL PAYMENTS {] DBPOSIT ENCLOSED [ ] CHARGE TO VISA/MC [ ] CHARGE TO VISA/MC IN U.S. FUNDS. eee sh te Jobb Joibebbibbe bib * sob PLEASE COMPLETE FOR CHARGES TO: Gy Cj |sosecoe

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