The Unfolding Destiny of the British Bahai Community Part 98

Your true and grateful brother, Shoghi

Letter of 14 November 1947

14 November 1947

The Baha'is of Bristol, England

Dear Baha'i Friends,

Your message of Oct. 21st reached our beloved Guardian, and he has instructed me to answer it on his behalf.

Now that you are six there (judging by your signatures), a mere three is required to enable you to reach your Goal and have your a.s.sembly next April.

You may be sure that he will supplicate in the Holy Shrines that these three may be speedily found and the a.s.sembly safely established in accordance with the present Plan.

He a.s.sures you that your devotion and services are very deeply appreciated.

With loving greetings,

[From the Guardian:]

May the Almighty bless your high endeavours, reward you abundantly for your historic accomplishments, guide your steps, and aid you to extend continually the range of your highly valued activities.

Your true and grateful brother, Shoghi

Letter of 22 September 1948

22 September 1948

The Spiritual a.s.sembly of the Baha'is of Bristol

Dear Baha'i Friends,

Your letter of April 21st reached our beloved Guardian after a long delay, and he has instructed me to answer it on his behalf.

The formation of your a.s.sembly, in the face of so many difficulties, was indeed a n.o.ble achievement, and serves to prove that our struggles as individuals, often handicapped by the sense of our own inadequacy, are reinforced by the grace of Baha'u'llah, Who enables us to achieve the seemingly impossible!

He urges you all to persevere in maintaining your a.s.sembly, which forms one of the vital links in the Baha'i chain, which will soon gird the British Isles, never to lose heart, and to redouble your teaching labours so as to ensure a broader foundation next year for your a.s.sembly's election and thus guarantee its permanency.

His prayers will be offered for you, one and all, for your success and guidance.

With Baha'i Love,

[From the Guardian:]

Dear and valued co-workers,

I was so pleased and grateful to receive your message, and I wish to a.s.sure you all of my loving and fervent prayers for the progress of your historic work, the extension of your activities and the realisation of every hope you cherish for the promotion of our beloved Faith. May the Almighty watch over you, sustain you in your valued endeavours, and aid you to render memorable services to His Faith and its inst.i.tutions.

Your true and grateful brother, Shoghi

Letter of 1 November 1947

1 November 1947

The Baha'is of Cardiff

Dear Baha'i Friends,

Your welcome letter to our beloved Guardian dated Oct. 16th, has been received, and he has instructed me to answer it on his behalf.

He is well aware of the very real sacrifices you have made, and are making to establish the Cause in Wales, and he wants you to know he admires your courage and determination, and most deeply values the dedicated spirit which animates you.

The news of your first public meeting was good news indeed, and he feels sure your perseverance and the strong backing which you are receiving from the N.S.A. and the Teaching Committee, will crown your efforts with the success you so richly deserve.

His loving prayers will be offered for the speedy realisation of your hopes, and he urges you to persevere, conscious of the historical importance of what you are doing, and of how important your work is to the progress of the Plan in the British Isles.

With warmest greetings to you all, Yours in His service,

[From the Guardian:]

Dear and valued co-workers,

I wish to add a few words in person and a.s.sure every one of you of my deep admiration of the spirit you manifest, the services you render, and the determination with which you are initiating the great historic teaching enterprise in Wales.

You are, I a.s.sure you, often in my thoughts and prayers, and I will supplicate the Beloved to bless continually your high and meritorious endeavours.

Your true and grateful brother, Shoghi

Letter of 17 October 1948

17 October 1948