Bahá’ís of Chilliwack
Who are we?
ABOUT
The Bahá’ís of Chilliwack work alongside their friends and neighbours in all parts of Canada to apply the teachings of Bahá’u’lláh to their lives and community.
followers of Bahá’u’lláh
Bahá’ís are followers of Bahá’u’lláh, a Divine Messenger Whose teachings and principles provide the foundation for humanity to build a united society. These principles include the essential oneness of humankind, the elimination of all forms of prejudice, the unity of all religions, the full equality of women and men and the emancipation of minority groups, and international institutions and systems of governance which promote justice and wellbeing for all.
Bahá’u’lláh established a powerful and dynamic Covenant with humankind, which binds and unites the Bahá’í community in all its diversity. Bahá’u’lláh appointed His eldest son, Abdu’l-Bahá as the Centre of His Covenant, and established an Administrative Order that serves as a channel through which the spirit of the Faith flows, invigorating individual, and collective efforts.
Key Figures
The Báb
The Báb (1819-1850), meaning the Gate, was the Forerunner of Bahá’u’lláh, and He prepared the people for the coming of a new Manifestation.
‘Abdu’l-Bahá
‘Abdu’l-Bahá (1844-1921), meaning servant of Bahá, was the eldest son of Bahá’u’lláh. To guarantee that His Revelation would achieve its purpose of creating a united world and to safeguard the unity of the Bahá’í community, Bahá’u’lláh appointed ‘Abdu’l-Bahá as His successor and the Centre of His Covenant.
Bahá’u’lláh
Bahá’u’lláh (1817-1892), meaning the Glory of God, is the Prophet-Founder of the Bahá’í Faith. He wrote thousands of verses, letters and books and outlined a framework for developing a united global civilization accounting for humankind’s spiritual and material well-being.
Shoghi Effendi
Shoghi Effendi (1897-1957), Guardian of the Bahá’í Faith. Abdu’l-Bahá named His eldest grandson, Shoghi Effendi, as the Guardian of the Faith. Shoghi Effendi established the administrative order, translated scripture into English, developed the Faith’s spiritual and administrative centre in the Holy Land, and offered profound insights through his writings.
Our Mission
The Bahá’í community of Chilliwack, BC is representative of our country’s rich cultural diversity. Throughout the city, Bahá’ís strive to build vibrant communities that consciously pursue a collective purpose: to bring about spiritual and material progress.
Get Involved!
YOUTH ACTIVITIES
Geared towards including the study of spiritual concepts, exploration of the arts and service to the community.
CHILDREN's CLASSES
Empowering children to apply spiritual principles and cooperation to their own lives and interactions with others.
DEVOTIONALS
A space to share prayers, awaken spiritual awareness and strengthen bonds of friendship as the foundation for a vibrant community.
STUDY CIRCLES
A space where participants gather to gain knowledge, spiritual insights and practical skills as they learn to contribute to the betterment of society.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Working with like-minded groups in Chilliwack to make our city a better place to live.
Special events
Baháʼís hold special events, including Holy Days, celebrations and festivals throughout the year.
