Highlights:
  • Wednesday, 12th and Saturday, 15th - Informational Meetings
  • Sundays, 9th and 23rd - Sheltering Branch Bahá'í School
  • Sunday, 9th - Devotional Gathering
  • Friday, 28th – Ayyám'i'Há Progressive Dinner
 
Oxnard-Ventura   Bahá'í Newsletter of the Oxnard and Ventura Bahá’í  Communities

February 2003
 

"O SON OF SPIRIT! My first counsel is this: Possess a pure, kindly and radiant heart, that thine may be a sovereignty ancient, imperishable and everlasting" 
                                                                                                                  ~Bahá'u'lláh

The purpose of the Oxnard-Ventura Bahá'í News is to provide information about the Bahá'í Faith and activities of the Bahá'í's to those who wish to learn more or attend Bahá'í devotional gatherings. If you have comments or do not want to receive the Bahá'í News, write PO Box 7344, Oxnard, CA 93031, call 648-1222. No donations requested or accepted.

Informational Talks

Short talks covering a variety of aspects of the Bahá'í Faith, present a casual opportunity to meet local Bahá'í's and ask questions.

Wednesday,
February 12th, 7:30 p.m.

      Tuman Residence, 984-1222

Saturday,
February 15th, 7:30 p.m.

"The Heart and The Mind"

Jeff Albert is guaranteed to inspire us tonight!

Quick home, 659-4660

Oxnard Social
February 8th, 6:00 pm

Come enjoy great company, music and food!

Tuman Residence, 984-1222

 

Sheltering Branch
During our first class in February Susan Umetsu will be leading a lesson on the Bab with the Brilliant Stars while Erika Lundberg shares God’s Love with the Dawn Breakers.

Our second meeting in February will be an Ayyám'i'Há service project led by Pete and Alice Quick.

Please plan to come early to join in Devotions and Deepenings! Call Allison at 653-6011 for information, directions, or to sign up to teach.

Sunday,
February 9, 10 a.m.

      Maires Residence, 653-6011

Sunday,
February 23, 10 a.m.

      Ranjbar Residence, 485-4285

Devotional Gatherings
Come to worship through prayers, readings, and music. If you like, bring some to share. Enjoy fellowship and refreshments afterwards.

Sunday,
February 9th, 9:00 am
This month’s theme will be Unity

      Maires Residence, 653-6011

Upcoming Events

Ayyám'i'Há Annual Progressive Dinner: Ayyám'i'Há is a time of fellowship, celebration, and service for Bahá'í's.

Bring your family and friends to this great social event celebrated in the true spirit of Ayyám'i'Há! Starts at 5:30 pm with a salad bar at the Maires home; then progresses to the Fitzpatrick home for the main course and culminates at the Centner’s home for the grand finale – dessert! Maps will be available to lead you on your way. Potluck contributions are appreciated along the way, but not required. Call Allison at 653-6011 for information.

Refresh and Gladden My Spirit. Prayers and Meditations from Bahá'í Scripture Introduction by Pamela Brode.

Discover the Bahá'í approach to prayer with this collection of beautiful, soul stirring prayers and meditations from Bahá'í scripture. Selections include more than 120 prayers and extracts from Bahá'í scripture on themes such as assistance from God, comfort, contentment, difficult times, and many others. These powerful selections are sure to sustain, freshen, and gladden your spirit. Available through order at your local bookstore.

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