the friends is dear to his heart in these
heavy and sad times.

He assures you that the friends of Australia and New Zealand are often in
his thoughts and prayers, and he is so pleased with the continued
evidences of their devotion and services to the Cause of God.

With Baha'i greetings,

Yours in His Service,
R. Rabbani

(54) April 18th, 1942

Dear Baha'i Sister:

...He was delighted to learn that the New Zealand members were able to
make the trip to Australia, and that such a highly satisfactory N.S.A.
meeting was held, in such a spirit of love and harmony. No doubt this
experience will prove of great value, not only to the National Assembly,
but also to the work of the Cause in the days to come....

(Extract, ibid., p. 45)

(55) May 12th, 1944

Dear Baha'i Sister:

Your letters dated March 1st, 25th and March 21st--Baha'i Naw-Ruz
greeting--have been received, and the Guardian has instructed me to answer
them on his behalf.

He was very pleased indeed to hear that the Cause in New Zealand is not
only steadily progressing but that it is winning such good friends as Rev.
Chandler. Also the preparations you are making for the Centenary should
serve to not only publicise the Faith, but bring the believers closer to
liberal-minded fellow-citizens.

He himself is at present frightfully busy with local preparations for the
Centenary and with cables and correspondence--but he wishes you all to
know that his thoughts will be with you on this glorious day of the 100th
anniversary of the Bab's declaration, and he will pray for all the New
Zealand Baha'is in the Holy Shrines.

With most loving greetings and best wishes from the Guardian for the
success of all your plans.

Yours with Baha'i love,
R. Rabbani

P.S. He appreciated very much your sending Naw-Ruz greetings.

[From the Guardian:]

_May the Beloved bless your efforts, guide your steps, sustain you in your
devoted endeavours, and enable you to promote effectively the best
interests of His Faith._

_Your true and grateful brother, _
_ Shoghi_

(56) December 18th, 1949

Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of Auckland, N.Z.

Dear Baha'i friends:

Your letter of October 25th was received and our Guardian was delighted to
hear the details of this property you have purchased, and which he trusts
will grow to be a very important Baha'i endowment. He will be pleased to
receive the pictures of it.

He felt that no name coul