Yearly Meeting News Update – December 7, 2023
Friends General Conference shares the following yearly meeting announcements that may be of interest to Friends in the United States and Canada.
Give the Gift of Presence
In the preface to his new biography, Dancing with History, Quaker activist and author George Lakey states, “I find there is something deeply human about wanting to show up—to be as Latin American activists might say, ‘presente!’ One way I think of my life’s mission for peace, justice, and equality is to make it right…
What is a Quaker Public Minister?
by Windy Cooler Throughout Friends General Conference, Friends are taking up the cause of “right relationship,” as 18th-century Quaker public minister John Woolman advocated. This cause involves addressing previously taboo issues and bringing hidden hurts into the healing light. This is the essence of a public minister’s role: summoning the courage to confront harsh realities,…
Choosing a Web Host
Quaker web workers discuss web hosts. Friends focus on Wordpress, the Quaker Meetings Network, and Google Sites.
Yearly Meeting News Update for October 25, 2023
…apply is August 30. Illinois Yearly Meeting Virtual Meeting for Worship: There is a yearly-meeting-wide virtual meeting for worship every month on the 10th of the month. It’s held at…
FGC is Hiring a Spiritual Deepening Program Associate
The Spiritual Deepening Program Associate supports the development of Spiritual Deepening program content for adults and children.
Yearly Meeting News Update for September 29, 2023
Friends General Conference shares the following news that may be of interest to Friends and the Quaker-curious.
Quaker Passages: September 29, 2023
Friends General Conference has become aware of the passing of the following Friends. We hold them, their families, and friends in the Light.
Quaker Jobs Update for September 22, 2023
Friends General Conference shares the following job announcements that may be of interest to Quaker job seekers.
A Talk with Dwight Wilson
Johanna Jackson of FGC recently had a conversation with Dwight Wilson about his ministry, career, and inner spiritual life.
QuakerBooks Bestsellers of the Year (so far)
Friends are reading books on many topics, from anti-racism resources to books on Quaker practice. Click the link below to learn more.
Workshop Proposals Welcome for Gathering 2024
Workshop proposals are now being accepted for the 2024 FGC Gathering in Haverford, Pennsylvania! The workshop proposal deadline has been extended to Saturday, October 14, 2023. Workshops offer adult and high school participants…