Spiritual Deepening Program eRetreats and Online Offerings invite newcomers and Friends to build an online spiritual community through an exploration of Quaker thought and practice.

Spiritual growth is linked to community, and a Spiritual Deepening offering connects you with other curious seekers in an online exploration of Quaker thought, a deepening of your own spiritual practices, and the sharing of stories from your life and your personal journeys. Each eRetreat, worship sharing group, or book discussion is facilitated by deeply grounded Quakers.

Reading about [other participants’] experiences and ideas was an awe-some experience in itself for me. I truly appreciate the community who succeeded in going deeper individually and with each other. It is a rare opportunity for Friends to join together in this way.

Spiritual Deepening eRetreat participant

The work of the Spiritual Deepening eRetreat Program is made possible through the generous support of the Friends Foundation for the Aging.


eRetreat Schedule

  • Silence & Light for Quaker Newcomers eRetreat

    Saturday, December 2, 2023 -through Saturday, January 6, 2024
    Time: 1:00 PM -to 2:30 PM
    Virtual

    Description for Silence & Light for Quaker Newcomers eRetreat

    The Silence & Light eRetreat invites you to explore and practice the experience of Quaker worship and silent waiting, for an inward encounter with Inner Teacher who leads, guides, and transforms us every day. This session is offered for people…

  • God is Within Her: Quakers Experience The Color Purple – Reflections with nova george and friends

    Thursday, December 14, 2023
    Time: 8:00 PM -to 9:30 PM
    Virtual

    Description for God is Within Her: Quakers Experience The Color Purple – Reflections with nova george and friends

    Join theologian and FGC staff member nova george for a conversation with a special guest about themes raised in The Color Purple novel and 1985 film. Register for the Zoom event at the button above. nova george is a dreamer,…

  • Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Monday, January 8, 2024
    Time: 7:00 PM -to 8:00 PM
    Repeats the second Monday of every month
    Virtual

    Description for Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Goal: Spiritual Deepening’s Worship for Newcomers aims to support Friends and seekers new to Quakerism. This program will introduce Newcomers to Quaker worship practices as well as allow them to ask questions and reflect on their experiences as they flow…

  • Poetry as Spiritual Practice

    Saturday, January 13, 2024
    Time: 10:00 AM -to 12:00 PM
    Virtual

    Description for Poetry as Spiritual Practice

    The Poetry as Spiritual Practice workshop invites you to experiment with words as a way to deepen your connection with your Inner Guide. (more…)

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    Changing Times

    Thursday, January 18, 2024 -through Sunday, January 21, 2024
    Time: All day
    Virtual

    Description for Changing Times

    In These Changing Times, How is Spirit Rising Among Us? Join Friends from North America in seeking what messages Spirit offers us as we explore Spirit led growth and transformation. We will have time to deepen our spiritual lives, share…

  • Poetry as Spiritual Practice

    Wednesday, February 7, 2024
    Time: 7:00 PM -to 9:00 PM
    Virtual

    Description for Poetry as Spiritual Practice

    The Poetry as Spiritual Practice workshop invites you to experiment with words as a way to deepen your connection with your Inner Guide. (more…)

  • Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Monday, February 12, 2024
    Time: 7:00 PM -to 8:00 PM
    Repeats the second Monday of every month
    Virtual

    Description for Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Goal: Spiritual Deepening’s Worship for Newcomers aims to support Friends and seekers new to Quakerism. This program will introduce Newcomers to Quaker worship practices as well as allow them to ask questions and reflect on their experiences as they flow…

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    Encountering Spirit Retreat: Save the Date!

    Friday, February 16, 2024 -through Monday, February 19, 2024
    Time: All day
    Virtual

    Description for Encountering Spirit Retreat: Save the Date!

    Join us for an online spiritual retreat to explore our experience of the Light, held by Friends General Conference. Encountering God is a key experience of our Quaker faith. What can Early Friends teach us about finding Truth? Where does…

  • Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Monday, March 11, 2024
    Time: 7:00 PM -to 8:00 PM
    Repeats the second Monday of every month
    Virtual

    Description for Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Goal: Spiritual Deepening’s Worship for Newcomers aims to support Friends and seekers new to Quakerism. This program will introduce Newcomers to Quaker worship practices as well as allow them to ask questions and reflect on their experiences as they flow…

  • Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Monday, April 8, 2024
    Time: 7:00 PM -to 8:00 PM
    Repeats the second Monday of every month
    Virtual

    Description for Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Goal: Spiritual Deepening’s Worship for Newcomers aims to support Friends and seekers new to Quakerism. This program will introduce Newcomers to Quaker worship practices as well as allow them to ask questions and reflect on their experiences as they flow…

  • Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Monday, May 13, 2024
    Time: 7:00 PM -to 8:00 PM
    Repeats the second Monday of every month
    Virtual

    Description for Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Goal: Spiritual Deepening’s Worship for Newcomers aims to support Friends and seekers new to Quakerism. This program will introduce Newcomers to Quaker worship practices as well as allow them to ask questions and reflect on their experiences as they flow…

  • Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Monday, June 10, 2024
    Time: 7:00 PM -to 8:00 PM
    Repeats the second Monday of every month
    Virtual

    Description for Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Goal: Spiritual Deepening’s Worship for Newcomers aims to support Friends and seekers new to Quakerism. This program will introduce Newcomers to Quaker worship practices as well as allow them to ask questions and reflect on their experiences as they flow…


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