Creating Communities of Hope (Free Event)

Tue May 19 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm UTC-05:00

UAFS Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center, Rm 129A | Fort Smith

Meaningful Conversations Fort Smith
Publisher/HostMeaningful Conversations Fort Smith
Creating Communities of Hope (Free Event)
Advertisement
Get a ticket to let us know you are coming!
About this Event

In a world often marked by division, uncertainty, and conflict, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed or powerless. But what if, instead of despair, we saw these challenges as an invitation to create spiritually vibrant communities where unity, trust, and hope are not just utopian ideals, but actually shape our lived reality?



Amidst the chaos around us, the increasing fractures apparent in our society, many of us find ourselves asking: What can I do to make a difference, to contribute something better? But the answers so often presented to us don’t seem to be enough. Perhaps what is needed is a new, positive vision of humanity’s future, one centered around and reflecting the spiritual reality of humanity’s oneness – and filled with people working together to bring that vision to fruition. What would this world look like? How can we create communities where every individual feels they have a role to play in the betterment of society? How can we work together to build a society defined not merely by shared geography or common interests, but by a shared commitment to principles such as unity, justice, mutual support, and spiritual growth?



Come join a different kind of conversation – one that welcomes every perspective in a search for the truths that unite us all – as we discuss the spiritual perspective offered by the Bahá’í Teachings on how we can each contribute to creating communities of hope. Join us for a lively discussion as we explore how we as individuals and as neighbors can come together to create a more just, compassionate, and spiritually vibrant society where everyone can thrive not just materially, but spiritually as well.




“...the purpose for which mortal men have, from utter nothingness, stepped into the realm of being, is that they may work for the betterment of the world and live together in concord and harmony.” – Bahá’í Teachings



*** This event is free and open to all regardless of background or belief. Donations will not be accepted.

Advertisement

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

UAFS Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center, Rm 129A, 800 N 50th St, Fort Smith, United States

Tickets

USD 0.00

Icon
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

Discover more events by tags:

Nonprofit in Fort Smith

Ask AI if this event suits you:

More Events in Fort Smith

Throttled by Grace Baptism Event
Sat, 23 May at 10:00 am Throttled by Grace Baptism Event

B R C Bike Works

Lemon Blueberry Sourdough Scones
Sat, 23 May at 02:00 pm Lemon Blueberry Sourdough Scones

The Shops At BrickCity - Fort Smith, AR

Old Fort Days Rodeo
Mon, 25 May Old Fort Days Rodeo

Kay Rodgers Park - Harper Stadium

Duck Day Festival
Sat, 30 May at 07:30 am Duck Day Festival

Ben Geren Park

Duck Day Festival
Sat, 30 May at 08:00 am Duck Day Festival

Ben Geren Regional Park, Zero Street, Fort Smith, AR, USA

Wheels of Summer open car show
Sat, 30 May at 08:00 am Wheels of Summer open car show

Institute for the Creative Arts

Fort Smith is Happening!

Never miss your favorite happenings again!

Explore Fort Smith Events