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The Pre-Holiday Food Drive Was a Great Success!
“Just as a candle’s purpose is to provide light, the human soul was created to give generously. We fulfil our highest purpose in a life of service, in which we offer our time, energy, knowledge, and financial resources.” Bahá’í teachings on a life of generous giving Food scarcity is a serious problem across the country, and around… Read more
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Garbage Clean-Up!
Trails in Aurora have helped locals stay active and keep positive during a time of great restrictions. So, the members of the Baha’i community organized a neighbourhood-centred activity for volunteers to gather across different neighbourhoods and parks to collect trash and articles left by other users. On Saturday, October 3rd, volunteers walked along planned routes… Read more
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Twin Holy Birthdays
When: Sunday, October 18th at 6:00pm Where: Zoom link will be provided via email This event is open to the public. Please introduce yourself to us and your invitation (Zoom link) will be emailed shortly. The Twin Holy Birthdays refers to two successive holy days in the Baháʼí calendar that celebrate the births of two central figures of the Baháʼí… Read more
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Backpacks Project
Building a positive community starts with the first day of school and no child should be left behind. The Bahá’ís of Aurora organized a donation event asking families to contribute fun-filled backpacks for children of all ages returning to classes this fall. We received over 35 backpacks of all sizes and colours that were distributed… Read more
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Children’s Festival
We all know that disasters happen all the time, whether it be bushfires or explosions, but usually they don’t hit so close to home. In the face of Covid-19, we are seeing incredible responses from our community. On Sunday, August 16th, the Junior Youth Spiritual Empowerment Program hosted a Children’s Festival for the community and… Read more
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Tree Dedication Ceremony
On Sunday, August 16th, the Bahá’i Community of Aurora dedicated a tree in honour of the Bicentenary of the birth of the Báb (the forerunner of the Baha’i faith) . The tree is located at Hickson Park in Aurora. Situated in front of the tree, there is a plaque (photographed below) citing a memorable quote… Read more
