July 22

There are the vast number of French Canadians who are of Catholic persuasion. They would make fine Bahá’ís, and if representative members could be brought into the Faith, it will add prestige to the Faith, and help solidify its institutions.

Thus, to the extent possible, the friends should do what they can to attract Catholics and then confirm them in the Faith. 

- Shoghi Effendi  (From a letter dated 14 December 1956 written on behalf of Shoghi Effendi to the NSA of Canada; ‘Messages to Canada’)