Vitality by Johanna Jackson

Chase Salazar describes the inward experience of Meeting for Worship for Business, when the group had come to unity.

Nine faith leaders were arrested in Portland, Maine on Tuesday while urging their senator to end all funding to ICE. Learn how they organized with secular groups, school groups, grassroots groups, and mutual aid groups over time.

Sometimes a little personal sacrifice goes a long way for the good of the community. Read this week’s Vitality to learn more.

The 2026 Gathering will be spacious, somewhat simpler, and formatted differently than past Gatherings.

…queens and rainbow balloons without feeling afraid. The person with the pennywhistle did not waver. They stayed by the men for an hour, beeping. They had found a way to harmonize with the horn. Johanna Jackson Communications Coordinator…

In May 2025, FGC noticed an uptick in positive comments from Friends on social media that were personal, kind, and specific.