Devotional Gatherings are regularly scheduled meeting times of collective worship - the exaltation of God - and sharing a devotional spirit of joy, love and fellowship.

Devotional Gatherings are held on Sundays* at 10:30 am at the Baha'i Center at 3808 Bardstown Rd., in Louisville.  Devotionals are also hosted in private homes throughout greater Louisville and the surrounding counties.  To find a Devotional Gathering near you, please call  502-267-0099 or click on "Contact Us" on the top menu.

Readings are taken from the Baha'i Writings and the Holy Scriptures of Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Zoroastrian, and Buddhism. Participants are often encouraged to bring their prayer book, Baha'i Scripture, Bible, Qur'an, Torah, and selections of other Sacred Writings to share and prayer requests are often honored. Musical selections are often diverse, coming from a variety of cultures and styles. There is no established ritual, no request for funds, and light refreshments are often served.

A Few Baha'i Prayers

Unity 

O my God!  O my God!  Unite the hearts of Thy servants, and reveal to them Thy great purpose.  May they follow Thy commandments and abide in Thy law.  Help them, O God, in their endeavor, and grant them strength to serve Thee.  O God!  Leave them not to themselves, but guide their steps by the light of Thy knowledge, and cheer their hearts by Thy love.  Verily, Thou art their Helper and their Lord.  -Baha'u'llah

America

Thou kind Lord!  This gathering is turning to Thee.  These hearts are radiant with Thy love.  These minds and spirits are exhilarated by the message of Thy glad-tidings.  O God!  Let this American democracy become glorious in spiritual degrees even as it has aspired to material degrees, and render this just government victorious.  Confirm this revered nation to upraise the standard of the oneness of humanity, to promulgate the Most Great Peace, to become thereby most glorious and praiseworthy among all the nations of the world.  O God!  This American nation is worthy of Thy favors and is deserving of Thy mercy.  Make it precious and near to Thee through Thy bounty and bestowal. 
-Abdu'l-Baha

More Baha'i Prayers and Baha'i Writings .

 
*Please select the Calendar in the top navigation bar to verify the schedule of Devotional Gatherings.