ting. Eire lies before you,
your territory, of which you are the Mother Assembly, and however
difficult your conquest may be, it is a challenging and wonderful service
you are called upon to render.

The Irish people, with their deep religious instinct, although they may be
at first difficult to convert, once convinced of the truth, will make
staunch believers and will, he hopes, convey this Faith, with all its
promise and healing power, to other countries in the course of time.

He assures you his prayers are with you, for your progress and your
success in every field of Baha'i service.

With loving greetings,

P.S. The delay in answering your letter was due to the long time it took
to reach Haifa.

[From the Guardian:]

Dear and valued co-workers,

The work achieved in Dublin during the last few months, culminating in the
formation of the first Spiritual Assembly in Ireland, is indeed highly
praiseworthy. Such a consummation is an event that will adorn the annals
of the Faith, and is in itself a prelude to still greater victories in the
days to come. I truly feel proud of the British and Irish believers who
have collaborated so devotedly and strenuously, and won so conspicuous a
victory. I will fervently supplicate on their behalf, and will await
eagerly the news of the progress of their historic achievements.

Your true and grateful brother,
Shoghi

Letter of 27 January 1957

27 January 1957

The Baha'i Group, Eccles

Dear Baha'i Friends:

Your letter of January 2nd was received, through the kindness of Mr.
Gregory, and the beloved Guardian has instructed me to answer you on his
behalf.

He will certainly pray in the Holy Shrines that you may succeed in
attaining your objective; but, even should you fail to establish a
spiritual assembly by April, you must not feel discouraged, because it is
much more important to have a solid foundation in the beginning than to
meet a date line--welcome as the assembly would be!

He admires very much the spirit animating you, and hopes that a
flourishing community will develop there.

With warm Baha'i greetings,

[From the Guardian:]

May the Beloved bless your efforts, guide your steps, aid you to extend
the scope of your activities, and win great victories in the service of
His glorious Faith,

Your true brother,
Shoghi

Letter of 22 September 1948

22 September 1948

The Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of Edinburgh

Dear Baha'i