Community Building

All human beings have been created to carry forward an ever-advancing civilization.

Bahá'u'lláh

In cities and villages around the world, young and old, are taking part in a process of community building based on concepts enshrined in the Bahá’í Teachings.

Just over 160 years ago, a Persian nobleman named Bahá’u’lláh revealed his station as the messenger of God for this age. His teachings challenge all of humanity to rebuild society into one characterized by unity and justice with the ultimate goal creation of a civilization that is both spiritually prosperous as well materially prosperous.

The creation of a peaceful global society that fosters both individual and collective well-being is at the heart of the Bahá'í vision of the future. Within the framework of a growing community concerned with moral and spiritual transformation, social and economic development is one expression of the Bahá'í commitment to realizing this vision. Therefore, Bahá'í efforts generally take the form of grassroots community building initiatives carried out by small groups of individuals in the areas in which they reside implemented through a universally agreed framework.

The creation of a peaceful global society that fosters both individual and collective well-being is at the heart of the Bahá'í vision of the future. Within the framework of a growing community concerned with moral and spiritual transformation, social and economic development is one expression of the Bahá'í commitment to realizing this vision.

Therefore, Bahá'í efforts generally take the form of grassroots community building initiatives carried out by small groups of individuals in the areas in which they reside implemented through a universally agreed framework.

Here in Parksville and around the world, we are striving to translate Bahá’u’lláh’s vision into reality by focusing on four main collective efforts:

  • contributing to the vitality of our community based on systematic study of the Word of God,
  • nurturing the spiritual capacities of children,
  • helping young teenagers harness their power to shape the world around them,
  • cultivating a prayerful environment in our homes and neighborhoods.

Core Activities

Community Building Activities

All of the following activities are open to everyone. We are working and learning together as we strive to build a community inspired by the revelation of Bahá'u'lláh and the vision of the oneness of humanity.