The day began with Roshan Rivetna's presentation about Zoroastrian History in North America. The first Zarathushtis made it to North America as early as the late 1700's. Interesting facts:
1) 1885 - The first Zarathushti was born in North America.
2) The first group of Zarathushti group was founded in 1929.
In the next panel, Ferzin Patel said something that really resonated with me. "If you go to the gym once a month, can you really expect to see results?" And let's think about this. Most religious classes meet once a month for a one hour class. We put more energy into cleanliness, hygiene, and food on a daily basis than we are putting into educating our kids about our religion. Here's my proposal: if you expect your kids to take your religion seriously and to be involved with the community, then you had better be there to back it up with proof that your yourself are committed to serving the community and prove that you are serious about religion as well.
Next, we had a short presentation of Parzor. You can read all about the amazing oral story projects as well as other projects they are working on: http://www.unescoparzor.com/
Finally, I went to Zoroastrians Women's International Network meeting. For the first time, there is a Zarathushti organziation that is exsists solely to help anyone and everyone who may need it, and STRIVES to stay out of the Zarathushti politics and religious debate that continues to deadlocks our community. If you would like to become part of the organization simply email zwin3-subscribe@yahoo.groups.com to join the group.
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