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Membership Increase in United States Since Riḍván 1959 Reported by NSA
From time to time during the remainder of the TenYear Plan, the National Spiritual Assembly will report the progress being made with respect to the increase in members of the Bahá’í community. This first report covers the period from May 1 to September 30, 1959.
During the period, 152 new adult memberships were reported (about evenly divided between communities and areas outside established communities), and 34 youth declarations were received, making a total of 186 new members. Added to this figure are 44 adults and 7 youths transferred to the United States from outside the country, and 4 reinstatements, or a total increase of 241.
L As against this increase we are grieved to report loss by death of 43 believers, 41 withdrawals from the Faith, and 21 transfers of membership to places outside the United States, leaving a net gain of 136, of whom 100 are adults.
—U.S. NATIONAL SPIRITUAL ASSEMBLY
Six New Radio Scripts Published by Radio Service Committee
Six new scripts for radio presentation and other uses have been published by the Radio Service Committee, and are now available for distribution.
“The Bahá’í Viewpoint,” numbered 1, 2, 3, and 4, is a series geared for a weekly or continuous radio program. They are in a question and answer style, running fourteen minutes each. The series of four costs $1.00 per set.
“The Bahá’í Viewpoint—The Meaning of Life” (No. 1): Covers such topics as the meaning of life, the Bahá’í definition of God, salvation, etc. Ordered alone, 30c each.
“The Bahá’í Viewpoint—God and Human Society” (No. 2): This script covers progressive revelation. Ordered alone, 30c each.
“The Bahá’í Viewpoint—The Return of Christ” (No. 3): Explains Bible prophecy with regard to the return of Christ. Ordered alone, 30c each.
“The Bahá’í Viewpoint—Religion and Churchdom” (No. 4): Points out the many denominations of Christianity and other religions, and how they can be united through Bahá’u’lláh. Ordered alone, 30c each.
News
DECEMBER ‘1959
The other two scripts, which are not part of a series, are:
“Prayer is a Key”: An explanation of why man needs to pray, and illustrates various types of prayer. Reading time is thirteen minutes. 30c each.
“A Memorial Day Meditation,” or an alternate title “New Light on the Life Hereafter”: Gives the Bahá’í teachings concerning the great mystery of death and of a life beyond. Reading time is fourteen minutes. 30c each.
These scripts are not only good for radio programs, but also public meetings, firesides, and individual teaching. College and high school youth would find these an exceptional assistance in their program plannlng.
Order from the Radio Service Committee, Mrs. Char lotte Keefrey, secretary; 2416 Waunona Way; Madison 5, Wis.
Further List of Tapes and Scripts Available for Special Events
The Radio Service Committee now has available the following scripts and tapes for radio, public meetings, and other uses in connection with the observance of the following Bahá’í events:
Vt/orld Religion Day, January 17: Script #3, “World Religion,” two voices, questions and answers on progressive revelation, principles, and introducing Bahá’u’lláh as the new Prophet for this day.
Script #5, “Birth of World Religion,” by William Sears, on theme of man’s goal in life and obedience to God, and brief statement of progressive revelation and Bahá’u’lláh’s message.
Script #7, “What is the Bahá’í World Faith?" two voices, question and answer style.
Script and tape #11, “A World Religion,” an interview covering general information on the principles and some history, by Paul Haney.
Script and tape #14, “Two Roads We Face.” (See above)
Script and tape #18, “Bahá’í Youth to World Youth,” three voices, a fresh evaluation of the Faith. Title can be changed and used for other occasions.
Script and tape #20, “A Universal Religion.” (See above)
Script and tape #23, “New Interpretation of History,” by William Sears. Story of Bahá’u’lláh and His message of unity.
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DECEM BER 1959
WORLD CRUSADE BUDGET Seventh Year: 1959-1960 Annual Budget . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$400,00().00 l|||l|||||||||||||l|||||||||||||||||||||lIIIIIIIIIIIlll||||||||||l||II|l||I||||||l|I||||||||||||||||||ll|l|l||||||l|||ll||||l||||||||||||||l|||l|l|||||I|
Total Requirements: May 1 to October 31 . . . .$200,000.00 IIIllIIIIIIIIllIIIllIIIIIllIIIIllllIIIllIIIIllIIIIllll|||I|||ll||||ll||||||l)
Total Contributions: May 1 to October 31 152,600.00 llllllllllllllllIllllllllllllllllllllIlllllllllllllllllllll Total Requirements for October . . . . . . . . . . . .. 33,333.00 Total Contributions for October . . . . . . . . . . .. 24,800.00 Special non-recurring gifts received during
present Bahá’í year (not included above) .. 32,300.00
—U.S. NATIONAL SPIRITUAL ASSEMBLY
Script #30, “God’s Plan for a United World.” (See above)
Naw-Rúz, March 21: Script #4, “Centenary of a Universal Religion,” three voices, gives history and story of proclamation of Bahá’u’lláh.
Script #6 and tape #19, “New Life for the World,” by William Sears. Introduces the Bahá’í Faith through the meaning of spiritual springtime.
Script and tape #18, “Bahá’í Youth to World Youth,” (See above)
World You+h Day, March 25: Script and tape #18, “Bahá’í Youth to World Youth.” (See above)
Script #21 and tape #15, “The Promised One of All Religions,” by William Sears, challenges people to investigate the authority of Bahá’u’lláh’s claim that He is the Promised One of all religions.
All scripts are 25 cents each except #30 which is 35 cents or three for $1.00. All tapes rent for $2.00, or retail at $3.50. Rental is for one month only or less if possible.
The Radio Service Committee also has available a new bulletin entitled “Suggestions for Radio Activity on a Local Bahá’í Level.” This offers constructive ideas on how to proceed with radio programs and to secure the best results. The price of this bulletin is 25 cents.
Also available is a complete catalogue of available scripts and tapes with descriptions, suitable for radio, public meetings, firesides, and general teaching. The price is 20 cents a copy.
All the foregoing items should be ordered from the Radio Service Committee, Mrs. James J. Keefrey, Secretary, 2416 Waunona Way, Madison 5, Wisconsin.
Marriages
Berkeley, Calif.: Miss Kaihan Radpour to Mr. Jeris Edward Strain on September 11, 1959
New York, N.Y.: Miss Helen Costa to Mr. David Palmberg on July 25, 1959
St. Paul, Minnesota: Miss Grace Sterling to Dr. Darius Shahrokh on September 19, 1959
In Memoriam
Miss Elisabeth Cheney Dominican Republic October 8, 1959
Mr. Alan A. Anderson Spotsylvania, Virginia August 16, 1959
Mrs. Hilda Carey Spokane, Washington July 3, 1959
Mrs. Madella Elliott Miller Brooksville, Florida No date
BAHA'I DIRECTORY CHANGES
ASSEMBLY SECRETARIES
Southern California Burbank: Mrs. Doris Ray, pro-tem, 620 San Jose Glendale: Miss Virginia Pickens, Actg. Secty., 2952 Honolulu Ave., Lacrescenta Inglewood: Mr. Orville Jones, 614 W. Queen St.
Louisiana New Orleans: Mrs. Dorothy Logelin, 1535 Louisiana Ave.
Eastern New York New York: Miss Helen Greg, Asst. Secty., 57 W. 75th St., Z. 23 Oregon Multnomah County: Mrs. Martha Warren, 325 S.E. 181st Ave., Z. 33
ADDITIONS TO COMMITTEES
Temple Worship Mrs. Mabel Eastman
Area Teaching Committee—Central States Mrs. Vivian Fellows Mrs. Arden Lee
Area Teaching Committee—Tennessce Valley States Mrs. Maude Barnes Mr. Cal Rollins
Area Teaching Committee—Gulf States Pvt. Robert L. Pickering, Jr.
Area Teaching Committee—Southwestern States Mrs. Anne Shoals
National Bahá’í Youth Committee Miss Amy Konishi
Area Youth Committee—Southwestern States Mr. Sylvian Castel Deoro
Bahá’í Sales Committee Mrs. Lilian Cloonan Mr. M. D. Roach
RESIGNATIONS FROM COMMITTEES
U.S. Africa Teaching Committee Mr. William J. Burgess, Jr.
Area Teaching Committee—East Central States Mr. Stanley Brogan
National Bahá’í Youth Committee Miss Deanne Fraser
National Reference Library Mrs. May Stebbins
