As part of My First Journey, this session at the Bahá’í Faith Centre offers a thoughtful exploration of how the Bahá’í community understands and marks the beginning of life.
Participants will be introduced to the core principles of the Bahá’í Faith, including the unity of humanity, the oneness of religion, and the importance of spiritual development from the earliest stages of life. The session will highlight how the birth of a child is viewed not just as a physical beginning, but as the start of a soul’s eternal journey.
While the Bahá’í Faith does not have elaborate birth ceremonies or clergy, families may choose to celebrate a child’s arrival in personal and meaningful ways—such as through prayers, naming, and community gatherings. The emphasis is placed on nurturing the child with values such as love, truthfulness, and service to others.
Participants will also have the opportunity to hear the hymns sung at Bahá’í Centre and learn more about the community’s life and contributions in Singapore. The session will conclude with a Q&A, providing space for open dialogue and reflection on the spiritual dimensions of birth and early life in the Bahá’í tradition.
The Bahá’í Faith offers a vision of a world united in its diversity—where all people, regardless of background or belief, are seen as members of one human family.
Bahá’u’lláh, the Founder of the Bahá’í Faith, taught that all the world’s major religions come from the same Divine Source. Revealed progressively, God’s teachings meet the needs of each stage of humanity’s development and guide its collective journey.
Bahá’ís believe that each person is created to know and love God, and to contribute to a just and inclusive society by nurturing the spiritual and material prosperity of all people. This finds expression in everyday life through fostering friendships, building spaces of prayer and reflection, and offering educational programmes for all who to learn and walk a path of service and learning across neighbourhoods and communities.
Pan Lina is a cultural mapper volunteer with My Community, contributing to the Dawson–Tanglin Halt relocation project. In this role, she interviews and befriends former residents, helping to preserve memories and document the community’s stories as the neighbourhood undergoes significant change.
Outside of My Community, Lina works in the afterlife planning sector, bringing with her a background in health care and a commitment to helping individuals and families navigate life’s delicate transitions.
Her volunteer work reflects a deep interest in community care and a dedication to ensuring that the voices and experiences of everyday residents are not forgotten. Through her involvement, Lina supports My Community’s mission to document, share, and honour Singapore’s living heritage.
Participants should be dressed respectfully in smart casual (i.e. collared shirt, long pants and covered shoes). Sleeveless attire, shorts/miniskirts or sandals are strictly not allowed. Participants will be denied entry if they dress inappropriately.
Limited parking is available along Bukit Pasoh Road.
My Prayers and Practices
My Prayers and Practices
My Prayers and Practices
My Prayers and Practices
My Prayers and Practices
My Prayers and Practices
