an. The Friends there must arise with
renewed effort to spread the Glad Tidings and win souls to the Cause of
God. There should be many assemblies, groups and Isolated centers, for the
formation of the National Assembly, and its vigorous functioning.

The Guardian was happy to learn that Alaska is awake to the Faith, as
never before. It therefore remains to see what the Friends will do; for it
is now in their hands to raise the heights of their spiritual endeavors.

The Guardian assures you, and all the Friends in Alaska of his prayers in
their behalf; for the success of their work; and the confirmation of many
souls in the Kingdom of God.

He sends you his loving Greetings,

Faithfully yours,
Leroy Ioas

(76) January 24, 1957

(76) January 24, 1957

Dear Baha'i Friends:

The beloved Guardian has received your letter of January 3rd, and has
instructed me to answer you on his behalf.

He was very happy to hear of the declaration of Miss Johnson,(17) and
particularly of the translation into Aleut of the excerpt from
Baha'u'llah's Writings. Likewise, he was very happy to know that you are
building a Baha'i Center,(18) which he will consider as an auxiliary to
the other goals the friends are winning all over the world.

Perhaps one should not approach the people in that country(19) on the
basis of religion, but rather through the social teachings of the Faith
and its Laws, and make them understand the need for World Order, rather
than giving them the religious aspect first, when they are so fanatically
attached to their church.

He will certainly pray that you may find receptive souls, and the slow
work of conversion be begun. No doubt once they embrace the Faith, they
will be very staunch.

Assuring you all of his loving prayers and his appreciation of your
persevering services,

With warm Baha'i greetings,
R. Rabbani

[From the Guardian:]

May the Almighty bless, guide and sustain you, aid you to extend the range
of your meritorious services to His Faith, and win memorable victories in
the days to come.

Your true brother,
Shoghi

(77) April 20, 1957

(77) April 20, 1957

Dear Baha'i Sister:

Your letter of April 5th has been received by the beloved Guardian, and he
has instructed me to answer you on his behalf.

He feels that now that you have found the thing you were searching for
inwardly, and have this added joy in your life of our glorious Faith, you
should be kinder to