f my version among the friends in America.

I have recently received a message from our beloved brethren and sisters
in Germany, who, in the midst of their sufferings and trials, yearn to
receive a word of sympathy and comfort from their fellow-workers in France
and England. I am sure you will gladly respond to their request, and cheer
them with the glad-tidings of the wonderful progress of the Cause in your
land and elsewhere.

I am always looking forward to receiving your letters and hear from you
personally in all matters pertaining to the Cause. It is my earnest prayer
whenever I visit the Sacred Shrines, that the friends in England may be
always protected, guided and blessed in their work of service to the
Cause, and may soon witness the fulfilment of the glorious promises of the
Master regarding the future of that land and the spiritual re-awakening of
its people.

Your brother and fellow-worker,
Shoghi

Letter of 24 February 1923

24 February 1923

Dear Spiritual Brother,

Your letter to Shoghi Effendi has been received and was read by him with
keen delight and satisfaction for it bespoke of the new spirit of ardent
devotion that has enkindled the hearts of the faithful followers of Baha,
and of their loyal and active endeavours in the path of service. Should
the friends continue in their labours of love and service their activities
will yield glorious results and they shall witness the realisation of the
promises of the Beloved regarding the spiritual achievements of the
friends in that land.

Shoghi Effendi is highly gratified and encouraged to know that the friends
have carried out so efficiently his directions regarding the establishment
of National and local Spiritual Assemblies; and he feels confident that
the co-ordinated and unified efforts of its members, blessed by the
unfailing assistance and guidance of the Beloved Master, will mark the
dawn of a new era of spiritual activity and enlightenment.

He is very pleased to know that you are faithfully working for peace and
harmony amongst the friends; and he prays that you may be blessed in your
endeavours and be inspired and guided to clear all misunderstandings that
may arise; and may help bring about that spirit of unity which is so
essential to the life and growth of the Cause. There is no doubt that
difficulties will always arise; but if met in the spirit of earnest and
selfless devotion and purity of motive all problems will be solv