Children's Classes

Bahá'í children’s classes are offered to all children between five and 10 years old for their spiritual education and moral development. The aim of these classes is to inspire in each child a love for our diverse human family and to cultivate a praiseworthy character. 

Children’s classes awaken an understanding and love for the messengers of God and humanity’s collective spiritual heritage. Stories, games, arts, and songs are the main methods of instruction. Teachers are trained to see each child as a mine rich in gems, and to convey an all-embracing love of children.

Study Circles

Study circles bring groups of people together to deepen their understanding of the Bahá'í teachings through systematic study of the Bahá'í writings.

Through a sequence of courses participants discuss various themes such as prayer, the education of children and the history of the Bahá'í Faith. Each course also trains its members to take part in different community building acts of service like hosting devotional gatherings or running junior youth empowerment groups.

Discussion Gatherings

Every month the Stirling-Rawdon Bahá'í community holds a discussion gathering for those interested in learning more about the Faith and discussing various topics on spiritual community life such as the equality of men and women or universal peace. Individuals offer to research a topic and to share the Bahá'í perspective with interested participants, together sharing ideas about how the teachings affect us as individuals and as a community.

The Junior Youth Empowerment Program

Junior youth – or those between 11 and 14 years – are at a crucial stage in their lives when they are defining their identity and values. 

In these groups, trained animators use creative activities to engage the interests of junior youth and mold their capacities for service to humanity. A curriculum of material designed for junior youth is used in tandem with drama, story-telling, visual arts, discussion of social issues, and acts of service to their community. These groups aim to develop a cohesive identity that revolves around optimism about the future, high ideals, and a sense of purpose about life.

Devotional Gatherings

In addition to personal prayer and meditation, Bahá'ís communities hold regular devotional gatherings in people's homes for collective worship. These gatherings unite people of all religions and beliefs in prayer, awakening  their spiritual susceptibilities and leading to a more uplifting community life. 

The spiritual atmosphere created within a devotional meeting imparts a sense of joy, fellowship and love that enriches the relationships among participants

Summer Schools

Bahá'í summer schools are a chance for people of all ages to come together and delve deeply into a spiritual topic over the course of a week or weekend. The schools work to create an atmosphere of unity through periods of study, the use of the arts, programs for all ages and exploring nature. To learn more about Stirling-Rawdon's Bahá'í school, Shining Lamp Bahá'í Camp, please click here.

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