Devotional gatherings
Friends from many backgrounds come together to pray, sing, and reflect on words from the world's spiritual traditions.
Local gatherings, open to all
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A calendar of Bahá'í-inspired devotional gatherings, study circles, children's classes and community-building events across Canada — open to people of every background.
What's coming up
Upcoming gatherings
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A community open to everyone
A spiritual community near you.
People of every faith and none gather in living rooms, parks and community centres across Canada — to pray, to learn together, and to serve their neighbourhoods. You're warmly invited.
Prayer & reflection
Quiet, welcoming spaces for prayer and meditation — drawing on Bahá'í writings alongside the world's great spiritual traditions.
Friendship across faiths
Interfaith conversation rooted in genuine kindness. No pressure, no proselytising — just neighbours getting to know neighbours.
Service that builds community
Practical action for the well-being of our neighbourhoods — from children's classes to study circles to acts of quiet service.
What you'll find on the calendar
Kinds of gatherings.
Our community life takes shape around four core activities — each one open to anyone who wishes to take part.
Children's classes
Songs, stories, art, and the cultivation of virtues — nurturing the spiritual education of children of every belief.
Junior youth groups
Ages 12 to 14 walk a path of service together, exploring justice, friendship, and what it means to better the world.
Study circles
Small groups read and consult on the writings, building the capacity to translate ideals into meaningful action.
Words to reflect on
“The earth is but one country, and mankind its citizens.”
— Bahá'u'lláh
On the oneness of humanity
Curious about a gathering?
What to expect, in plain English.
Devotional gathering
A simple, prayerful hour open to people of every faith and none.
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Study circle
A small weekly group reading practical books on prayer, service and the soul.
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Children's class
Free weekly classes nurturing virtues like kindness and courage.
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For seekers of every background
Questions, gently answered.
- Do I have to be Bahá'í to attend?
- No. The vast majority of these gatherings are open to people of every background and belief. Anyone seeking prayer, friendship, or meaningful conversation is warmly welcome.
- What happens at a devotional gathering?
- A devotional is a simple, prayerful space where neighbours read passages from the world's spiritual traditions, sing, and reflect together. Most last about an hour and end with refreshments.
- Are these community events free?
- Yes — every event listed here is free to attend. Bahá'í community life is sustained by voluntary contributions from Bahá'ís themselves; guests are never asked to give.
- Can children come along?
- Absolutely. Children's classes and junior youth groups are designed for young people, and families are welcome at devotional gatherings, holy days, and most other events.
Hosting something? Invite the community.
Whether it's a devotional in your living room or a study circle just beginning — let others know. We'll help spread the word.