Neighbourhood View

Together, these activities in a neighbourhood drive a community building process that promotes a way of thinking, studying, and acting in which all people consider themselves as treading a common path of service – supporting one another and advancing together, respectful of the knowledge that each one possesses at any given moment. They contribute to the well-being of society as a whole, demonstrate optimism in the future of humanity, and reinforce the oneness and unity of the human family.

Community Building in the Suburbs Part 2: Impact on Families

Participants of study circles in the neighbourhood speak about the impact of the core activities on their families.

Community Building in the Suburbs

Celeste and Joe longed to serve their community. They decided to offer a class for the spiritual education of children at their local library.

How Mimi Met Her Neighbours

Inspired by the memory of her mother who worked with children, Mimi decided to get more involved in her community and start a children’s class.

Hoda's Experience

Hoda talks about how neighbours in a Toronto apartment complex, have been inspired by their children's junior youth group.

France and Friends

France speaks about how a study circle raised up resources for a neighbourhood children's class, junior youth group and devotional gathering.

Empowering Junior Youth in East Vancouver Neighbourhood

Jelana tells the story of how a junior youth group started in her neighborhood.

A New Home in St. Jamestown

Cheyne talks about moving into the St. Jamestown neighbourhood in Toronto and how a series of activities were started there.

Introduction

Dan Scott talks about how neighbourhoods and communities are becoming elevated and transformed through participation in a set of activities.