What we’re about
Join a different kind of conversation – one that welcomes every perspective in a search for the deeper spiritual truths that unite us. All are welcome regardless of background or belief. There are no group membership dues or fees and donations will not be accepted.
About us:
Inspired by similar meetup groups across the country, we have started our own group here in Portsmouth as an act of service to our community with the goal of creating (with your help!) a space for deeper conversation, connection, reflection, and action. Individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and beliefs gather together each week to explore uplifting (and sometimes challenging) topics and to engage respectfully and civilly in elevated conversations, inquiry, consultation, and mutual learning. Using short selections from the Bahá'í teachings as a starting point, we hope to grow together and learn from one another as we seek to build bridges of unity and respect for all humanity.
Please note: attendees under the age of 18 must have a guardian with them.
Upcoming events
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Re-Finding the Roots of Unity (Free Event)
Portsmouth Senior Activity Center, 125 Cottage St, Portsmouth, NH, USIs there more that unites us than we realize? How can spirituality help us look past our differences as people and nations and instead focus on the inherent commonality we all share as spiritual beings part of one humankind?
The world around us seems focused on amplifying the existing fractures in society, highlighting messages of division and conflict over those of peace and unity. So in this environment, how can we as individuals make a difference? Can spirituality help us foster that peace and unity? How can we stop talking over each other and start listening to those we disagree with? How can we create unified and inclusive communities that can work for the benefit of us all?
Come join a different kind of conversation – one that welcomes every perspective in a search for the truths that unite us all – as we discuss the spiritual perspective offered by the Bahá’í Teachings on our essential common humanity. Join us for a lively discussion as we explore the role of spirituality in healing the divisions present in our society.
“The tabernacle of unity hath been raised; regard ye not one another as strangers. Ye are the fruits of one tree, and the leaves of one branch.” – Bahá’í Teachings
**The Senior Activity Center would like to remind everyone we follow Portsmouth School Department’s delays & cancellations - if the schools are closed, programs are cancelled... In the event of severe weather, we would list closing on WMUR. When in doubt, call the Center before 5:00 p.m. (603) 610-4433 , or check social media to find out if this activity will run on Tuesday evening.
***This event is free and open to all regardless of background or belief. Donations will not be accepted.4 attendees
What Kind of World Do We Want to Live In? (Free Event)
Portsmouth Senior Activity Center, 125 Cottage St, Portsmouth, NH, USIn times like these, we can see more clearly the potential for humanity when it works together in unison – as well as the challenges if we don’t and continue to operate as we have been before. If you could design the world of the future, what spiritual values would you want to see in it to help realize those potentialities?
All of us hope for a better future for ourselves and for our children, but how do we get there? What sort of ideas and behaviors will we need to leave behind – and what values will we need to build the foundation of the future on? And how can we work together to build a future that works for all of us, where each of our fullest potentials as human beings can be realized?
Come join a different kind of conversation – one that welcomes every perspective in a search for the truths that unite us all – as we discuss the spiritual perspective offered by the Bahá’í Teachings on what a future society might look like and the role each of us can play in creating it. Join us for a lively discussion as we explore the role of spirituality in the unification, peace, and progress of all.
“The betterment of the world can be accomplished through pure and goodly deeds, through commendable and seemly conduct.” – Bahá’í Teachings
**The Senior Activity Center would like to remind everyone we follow Portsmouth School Department’s delays & cancellations - if the schools are closed, programs are cancelled... In the event of severe weather, we would list closing on WMUR. When in doubt, call the Center before 5:00 p.m. (603) 610-4433 , or check social media to find out if this activity will run on Tuesday evening.
***This event is free and open to all regardless of background or belief. Donations will not be accepted.4 attendees
Finding Meaning in Life’s Difficulties (Free Event)
Portsmouth Senior Activity Center, 125 Cottage St, Portsmouth, NH, USIs there hidden value in the difficulties and hardships of life, or are these things just to try to get past as quickly as possible? If so, how can we emerge from the current world crisis we are facing as stronger, more resilient individuals and communities?
When we look at the difficult moments of our lives, aren’t those often the times when we grew the most? So many valuable lessons in life and growth opportunities are hard-won, often coming out of these trying moments. So why are we so focused on avoiding these difficulties? From this perspective, how would we as individuals and as a society confront the inevitable struggles we will be faced with? How can we build stronger communities that ensure not only that we don’t have to face struggles alone, but that we as individuals will emerge stronger as well?
Come join a different kind of conversation – one that welcomes every perspective in a search for the truths that unite us all – as we discuss the spiritual perspective offered by the Bahá’í Teachings on the opportunity for growth during times of struggle. Join us for a lively discussion as we reflect on the meaning of the struggles of life and explore the true nature of progress.
“The troubles of this world pass and what we have left is what we have made of our souls.” – Bahá’í Teachings
**The Senior Activity Center would like to remind everyone we follow Portsmouth School Department’s delays & cancellations - if the schools are closed, programs are cancelled... In the event of severe weather, we would list closing on WMUR. When in doubt, call the Center before 5:00 p.m. (603) 610-4433 , or check social media to find out if this activity will run on Tuesday evening.
***This event is free and open to all regardless of background or belief. Donations will not be accepted.4 attendees
Together on a Spiritual Path (Free Event)
Portsmouth Senior Activity Center, 125 Cottage St, Portsmouth, NH, USIs it possible to grow spiritually in isolation? It’s quite natural to think about our personal spiritual growth and development in terms of improving our own life, but how does that relate to the real world around us?
What if our own personal growth is closely connected to the growth and progress of others? And what if turning our gaze beyond just ourselves to also focus on the progress of others and of our communities not only helps make the world a better place but is actually what helps us grow?
Come join a different kind of conversation – one that welcomes every perspective in a search for the underlying truths that unite us all – as we discuss the spiritual perspectives offered by the Bahá’í Teachings on how practicing selflessness and incorporating service to others can actually further our own growth. Join us for a lively discussion as we explore the ways in which self-development is connected with that of those around us.
"Whosoever has lost himself has found the universe and the inhabitants thereof. Whosoever is occupied with himself is wandering in the desert of heedlessness and regret. The "master-key" to self-mastery is self-forgetting." – Bahá'í Teachings
**The Senior Activity Center would like to remind everyone we follow Portsmouth School Department’s delays & cancellations - if the schools are closed, programs are cancelled... In the event of severe weather, we would list closing on WMUR. When in doubt, call the Center before 5:00 p.m. (603) 610-4433 , or check social media to find out if this activity will run on Tuesday evening.
***This event is free and open to all regardless of background or belief. Donations will not be accepted.4 attendees
Past events
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