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"Multiple loads, via multiple trips, have been made so far this year,
beginning with Naw-Ruz. There are plans to take another load tomorrow, the
sixth in honor of the Ridvan Festival. This ongoing service project began
several years ago when multiple area families collected household items and
furnishings to be brought by rented truck and donated to Humble Design for use in their mission
of helping families and individuals who were previously homeless finally have
a place to call home.
With each trip, the staff is informed that these
gifts and donations are from the Baha'i Community in honor of that specific
Holy Day. The hope is to continue this service project by collecting more
furnishings and household goods for upcoming Baha'i Holy Days." Anyone
interested in donating or assisting, please contact the Luxions at: [linda.luxion@gmail.com
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"Our thoughts often are on visiting others and building ties through home
visits, but recently we were on the receiving end and it was a very moving
experience. We had many recent challenges, health and otherwise, and had been
cooped up in the house. One Friday night, some of our dear friends asked if
they could come over to visit. We were very happy and cooked up some dinner to
share. We ate together and talked late into the night and it did so much to
lift our spirits and it brought our hearts even closer together. And we saw
that even as we had planned on visiting others, we ourselves benefitted
greatly from a home visit. The benefits go both ways whether we give or
receive."
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“I have realized that patience truly is a virtue. Consider ʻAbdu'l-Bahá's
quote: “Where there is love, nothing is too much trouble and there is always
time." Love is very much needed as well as patience. When sewing bonds of
friendship it can be surprising how certain conversations can emerge and where
you see a need that the institute process can help fill, it is time to act.
During a discussion I had with a dear friend of the Faith that I have been
collaborating with for a few years, the topic of life after death came up.
Prior to this our conversations, though deep and very meaningful, had not yet
connected to the possibility of building on topics that something like the
institute process could help nurture. The conversation evolved and I got the
chance to invite my friend to participate in a study of Reflections on the
Life of the Spirit. That invitation was well received with interest.
God-willing this will happen, and not just with my friend, but with their
entire family. Prayers are welcome!! And be patient, dear friends. Nurturing
these friendships takes time.”
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⋅ Discussion at the Nichols Library
Saturday May 11th 1:30-3:00
Please join us at the Nichols Library to discuss taking a spiritual response to
interacting with nature and the environment.
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⋅ Fridays By The Fire
Every Friday beginning May 10
Held at the Dobbs residence. Pleases message (630-476-1437)
for the address.
Fridays by the Fire is a gathering that was created with the current guidance from
the Universal House of Justice in mind - the charge to build stronger and more
vibrant Communities that are open to all... the yearning for meaningful
conversations has been heightened by the Pandemic as loneliness and isolation
surged through out the world. Creating a space for conversations was inspired by
smaller conversations that were already happening in isolated spaces, so we
decided to open our home where friends could learn more about how to transform
small talk into meaningful conversations that enhance connectedness, our
understanding of the world and our own true nature. These conversations have the
power to penetrate humanity and to connect individuals to the social ,spiritual
and ecological systems that impact them. They also enkindle fellowship and
friendship throughout by creating bonds of trust and love.
Our particular
gathering is music driven and snacks are served. We hope you will join us with
your friends or maybe, simply create a space of your own.
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Contact Details for Area Teaching Committee
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⋅Meaningful Discussions
Join in on studying sections from the Baha'i writings to provide a spiritual
perspective on challenges that are relevant to the community today.
Held Sunday mornings at 11AM at the Oak Park Baha'i Faith Community
Center
124 Madison, Oak Park IL
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⋅ Hour of Prayer
Held every Sunday at 10AM at the Baha'i Faith Community Center
124 Madison, Oak Park and over Zoom. Go to this website for details and links for
Zoom. https://opbahai.org/hour-of-prayer
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⋅Thursday Night Devotionals
Thursdays from 7:30pm-8:30 pm
Hosted by Karen Skaggs via Google Meet
Please message (815-546-6607)
or Karenskaggs95@gmail.com
for link.
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⋅Blended Sunday morning devotionals
Sundays at 9:00 am
Please join us on zoom or in person.
Hosted by Jim & Cheryl Dougherty
1848 Corregidor St Joliet, IL 60435
815-600-1335
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⋅Monthly Meditation
First Wednesday 7pm-8:30pm
Please join us at the Welcome Center of the Baha'i House of Worship (112 Linden Ave,
Wilmette, IL) as we explore meditation from the Baha'i perspective.
Eventbrite link for more
information
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⋅Fireside
Friday nights 6pm to 7:30pm
Held at the Bahá’í House of Worship Welcome Center (112 Linden Ave, Wilmette,
IL)
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⋅Devotionals at the Temple
Sundays 12:30pm to 1:00pm
Please join us at the Bahá’í House of Worship for a devotional followed by
discussion on a theme 1pm to 1:30pm
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⋅Men's Breakfast
May's Mens Breakfast will be held at a new location.
Come and enjoy some flapjacks and wash them down with a gallon of hot steaming
java while we weave the bonds of friendship and fellowship.
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For More information please contact: 630-341-1114.
Saturday May, 11th
2nd Saturday @ 8am
Egg House
24 24 E Miner St,
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
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⋅First Tuesday Conversations
Pizza and Social Justice will not hold a first Tuesday gathering this month.
⋅First Friday Conversations
Friday, May 3, 6:30pm-8:30pm at the McKee residence.
For the address contact Nancy@PizzaAndSocialJustice.org.
Link: https://zoom.us/j/326557993
⋅Third Monday Conversations
Monday, May 20 6:30-8:30
1st Congregational Church
535
Forest, Pilgrim Hall
Glen Ellyn, IL.
Zoom Link https://zoom.us/j/168998487.
Meeting
ID 168
998 487
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If you feel ready to engage in meaningful conversations about racism, what it looks
like in the world and in ourselves, and what we must do to begin rooting it out,
this is the place to come.
We will be serving pizza, followed by discussion
on a topic related to Racism/Social Justice.
The doors open at 6:30 with the
meeting starting at 7:00 pm. Zoom will be active at 6:45 for those who wish to stay
home or are to far away to join us in person.
Our goal is building a stronger
community through sharing and conversation.
Pizza Served at 6:30 pm Meeting
Start time: 7:00 pm
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The purpose of the Race Amity Movement is to support means for people of all races,
cultures, backgrounds, ages, and genders to meet and develop lasting deep friendships,
which helps build bonds of unity and strengthens the community at the foundation. One
avenue is celebrating Race Amity Day, which has been declared in several towns as
the second Sunday in June (June 9 this year). Members of both houses of
the Illinois General Assembly have been approached and these members have sponsored
resolutions proclaiming June 9, 2024, as Race Amity Day and encouraging people to
participate in activities towards this goal of developing lasting friendships. This
year the Du Page County Board, will be proclaiming June 9, 2024, as Race Amity
Day. In addition, a proclamation request has been submitted to the Governor's
office for this purpose.
Some events to be held to celebrate
the flourishing movement
⋅Race Amity Day Picnic at the Cobb Park in Kankakee, IL on June 2nd, from
12-4pm
⋅Race Amity Day Festival June 9th in the Village Green Park starting at 4 pm with a
drum circle and potluck supper
⋅Race Amity Day Picnic June 9th in the Madison Meadow Park Pavillion 12-3pm
Please see the Save the Date flyer for more information. If you are interested in
assisting us or want more information, please feel free to contact Illinois Citizens for
Race Amity at ILCit4RAD@comcast.net.
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Northern Illinois Baha'is
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2N500 Bernice Ave.
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
United States of America
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