"We are walking in Thy path and have no aim or hope save the diffusion of Thy fragrance, so that all souls may raise the cry: O God, Guide us to the straight path."

Abdu'l-Baha

Program

Over the last three years, much has been learned about initiating and sustaining core activities. Some of the richest learning has been in the context of neighborhoods, in which friends walk to activities and deep interpersonal bonds have been nurtured. Where neighborhoods have flourished, a dynamic coherence among core activities has emerged that strengthens community life. The study and application of the Word of God becomes a pervasive habit, devotional gatherings generate a spirit of communal worship that permeates collective endeavors, and classes for the spiritual and moral education of children and junior youth strengthen the roots of the neighborhood.

Fire and Snow is a two week training program designed for teams and individuals to gain experience working in a neighbourhood community setting and learn how to effectively channel their capabilities of service through methods and activities of the institute - devotional gatherings, the spiritual education of children, the spiritual empowerment of junior youth and tutoring study circles.

Dates

04 - 16 July         Toronto
18 - 30 July         Toronto
02 - 13 August     Toronto

The cost of the training is $225.00 which includes accommodation, food and materials.

Application

The program is open to all individuals over the age of 17. Applicants are encouraged to apply as an individual or as an existing or new neighbourhood team. Participants must be able to attend the full training uninterrupted.

Please note that space is limited and that not everyone who applies may necessarily be accepted. All applications will be read carefully and each applicant will be contacted.

The application deadline is 15 June 2010.

Please email your completed application form and any questions to registration@buildingcapabilities.org.