“One of my early observations about the life of the Spirit among Friends was the importance of the quality of our corporate worship.” - Debbie Humphries, FWCC Traveling Minister

What does Quaker ministry mean to you?

Are there unwritten rules about vocal ministry in Meeting for Worship?

How can we be better Quakers and minister to each other and the world?

Explore these questions with Ministry & Counsel and Debbie Humphries.

WHEN: Sunday, February 11, 2018

9:00 a. m. Adult 1st Day School: Explore those “unwritten rules” to see what makes us feel safe and what may stifle us.

(Debbie has written a Friends Journal article, which will be helpful to read before coming. There will be paper copies in the meetinghouse ahead of time as well as on February 11.)

The online link is: https://www.friendsjournal.org/exploring-unwritten-rules-meeting-worship/

10:00 Regular Meeting for Worship

11:30ish Potluck lunch - sign up sheet coming!

12:30ish Debbie will lead us in exploring definitions of ministry and how we can be responsible to minister as we are called.  We will consider the quality and forms of worship and ministry.

Debbie has carried a concern for deepening the spiritual health and vitality of the Religious Society of Friends for more than 20 years. She has travelled extensively among Friends with this concern since 2004. We welcome her to Medford Meeting to share her insights and experience!