Haifa, Israel,
Jan. 21, -51
National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of Australia and New Zealand;
The beloved Guardian has instructed me to acknowledge on his behalf the
Nov. issue of your Baha'i News. He is well pleased with it and commends
you.
He would like to call your attention to the statement on page 3, paragraph
3, under "Anniversaries and Festivals", and clarify it.
The Day of the Covenant Nov. 26th, and the Day of the Ascension, Nov.
28th, anniversaries of the birth and the Ascension of 'Abdu'l-Baha must be
observed by the friends coming together, but work is not prohibited. In
other words the friends must regard observance of these two anniversaries
as obligatory--but suspension of work not to be regarded as obligatory.
He assures you of his deep interest in all your efforts and offers prayers
on your behalf at the Holy Shrines.
With warmest love,
Sincerely yours,
Amelia Collins.