Highlights:
  • Informational Talks – March 12th and 15th
  • Sheltering Branch Children’s School – March 9th and 23rd
  • Devotional Gathering – March 9th
  • Naw Ruz Celebration – March 20th
 
Oxnard-Ventura   Bahá'í Newsletter of the Oxnard and Ventura Bahá’í  Communities

March 2003
 

"Ye dwell in one world, and have been created through the operation of one Will. Blessed is he who mingleth with all men in a spirit of utmost kindliness and love." 
                                                                                                                  ~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,
March 12th, 7:30 p.m.

      Tuman Residence, 984-1222

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

"Always, It Is Women"

Jaine Toth will inspire us with poetry and drama.

Quick home, 659-4660

Sheltering Branch

In March the Brilliant Stars will be learning about Abdu'l-Baha during both their lessons, while the Dawn Breakers will be learning about the Bab.

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,
March 9, 10 a.m.

      Maires Residence, 653-6011

Sunday,
March 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,
March 9th, 9:00 am

This month’s theme will be Bahá'u'lláh.

      Maires Residence, 653-6011

Upcoming Events

Naw-Ruz: : Naw-Ruz is New Year’s Day on the Bahá'í calendar. It coincides with the first day of spring, and the vernal equinox.
Traditionally a day of celebration, it marks the end of the 19 day period of fasting from sunrise to sunset, when Bahá'í's set aside time for prayer and meditation.
Everyone is invited to join us at the Naw Ruz celebration hosted by the Bahá'í's of Fillmore

Thursday, March 20, 6 pm Potluck Dinner

High School Jazz Band will be providing the entertainment! Fillmore at the Memorial Building which is located at 511 - 2nd Street.

Book Review:

Spiritual Strength for Men
Selections from the Writings of Bahá'u'lláh, the Bab, and ‘Abdu’l-Baha

Third in a series of new prayer books; Spiritual Strength for Men was created to help men address their specific spiritual concerns. Prayers and meditations invite reflection on leadership, transformation of character, work, courage, independence, sacrifice, parenting and true wealth.

O My Handmaiden!
Daily Meditations for Women
Compiled by Alaleh Rohani

This newly published daily meditation book designed for women contains excerpts form the writings of Bahá'u'lláh, the Bab, ‘Abdu’l-baha and Bahiyyih Khanum. Tastefully designed with over 380 pages of inspiration meditations for women of all ages and backgrounds. Whether for personal use or giving as a gift, this beautiful book is sure to become a treasured source of reflection and inspiration.

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