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Trial for Baha’i Leaders in Iran Delayed

Saturday, July 11th, 2009

This feels like a small victory for International Pressure. We’ll never really know what the motivation of the Iranian administration was to change this but my impression is that they’re waiting for the rest of the world to stop paying attention. Iran Press Watch has been able to confirm that the trial of the former [...]


Charlottesville-Area Baha’is to Hold Public Prayer Meeting July 10th Supporting Baha’is on Trial in Iran

Friday, July 10th, 2009

Members of the Baha’i Faith in the greater Charlottesville area will hold a Public Prayer Meeting Friday, July 10th at 8:30 pm in Charlottesville to express their support for the seven Baha’i leaders who are to stand trial the following morning in the same Iranian Court that convicted and sentenced American-Iranian journalist Roxana Saberi. Those interested in sharing their support should call 979-1941 for details.


The Passing of Pop and Country Music Star Dan “England Dan” Seals

Friday, March 27th, 2009

Dan Seals, pop and country recording artist and member of the Baha’i Faith, died March 25th at age 61. Long before I’d ever heard of the Baha’i Faith, I remember being mystified at the lyrics to Dan’s brother Jim’s song East Of Ginger Trees (Seals and Crofts): “Prepare to meet Baha’u’llah in the garden of [...]