Open House for Quakers considering Quaker education
Ingrid Lakey is hosting a gathering for Quaker parents and guardians and those considering Quaker education for their children at her home in West Philadelphia on Tuesday, October 8 from 6-7:30pm for fellowship and conversation about Friends Select School, the only pre-k-12 Quaker school in Center City Philadelphia. As a parent to an FSS 10th […]
Neurodivergent Friends Discussion Group
Zoom PAJoin our Neurodivergent Friends gathering! We will worship together, build community, and share our experiences of the gifts and challenges of being neurodiverse folks among Friends. Over time we may explore what we need to fully engage in the life of our meetings; how to communicate our needs to our communities; ways that we experience […]
Online Training for Recording Clerks
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0ofu2spzgrEtCQEqgX39hOg4LQy6s9YqwOJoin Philadelphia Yearly Meeting for a virtual Recording Clerks Training on October 11th! Expand your skills in taking minutes! This training is open to the whole yearly meeting. Whether you're a current recording clerk, have served in the past, or are simply interested in this session - you are invited. Facilitated by experienced recording clerks […]
Friends Fall Festival, Downingtown Quakers
Downingtown Friends Meeting 800 E Lancaster Ave, Downingtown, United StatesFor almost 50 years, this fair has been a signature event. Homemade food, crafters, a quality indoor attic sale, children's activities, live music, re-enactment of a 19th century Quaker wedding. This year's theme is Backyard Garden. There will be a book-signing by a nationally known horticulturist, a Bird Booth with an Audubon Society representative and […]
The Quaker City: A Walking Tour of Old City
Arch Street Meeting House 320 Arch St, Philadelphia, United StatesThis isn’t your run-of-the-mill Founding Fathers’ tour! Perfect for Friends or visitors seeking a different side of Philly history, this walking tour highlights important Quaker sites in Old City. The tour starts at Arch Street Meeting House, then continues to the Betsy Ross House, and on to Welcome Park, the site of William Penn’s first […]
Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers
FGC's 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 through their journey in worship spaces with Friends from the seasoned to the seeking. For […]
Poetry as Spiritual Practice – FGC eRetreat
Zoom PAJoin FGC Spiritual Deepening Program and facilitator Gay Edelman for a 2 hour session exploring poetry as a spiritual practice! The Poetry as Spiritual Practice eRetreat invites you to experiment with words as a way to deepen your connection with your Inner Guide. No writing or poetry experience necessary. Just bring yourself and writing materials. […]
Wednesday Worship Sharing
Zoom PAThe tradition of gathering midweek has always been strong among Friends. Please join us to reflect and connect in fellowship. This week, we’ll sit together, online, and reflect on the query, How do I witness peace? All are welcome; click here to join or call 646-558-8656; use meeting #885 631 969.
Reading Group on Paul Buckley’s “Quaker Testimony: What We Witness to the World”
Pendle Hill’s Reading Group (October) Oct 16, 2024 Worship sharing on Paul Buckley’s "Quaker Testimony: What We Witness to the World" (PHP #481). 7:00-8:30pm Eastern Time (US & Canada) via Zoom. This event is free, and registration is required. https://pendlehill.org/events/pendle-hills-reading-group-october-2024/
Healing Wisdom of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers
In October, the International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers is celebrating their 20th anniversary at a conference called, "We Are All Related: Unearthing the Roots of our Shared Humanity." In this webinar, we will be honored to hear from one of the Grandmothers, Mona Polacca, whose Native identities are Havasupai, Hopi and Tewa. Grandmother Mona […]
Young Adult Friends (ages 18-35) Fall 2024 Retreat
West Chester Friends Meeting 425 North High Streeet, West ChesterYoung Adult F/friends and Seekers, ages 18 through 35, register today for the Fall 2024 Retreat at West Chester Friends Meeting! The theme for this retreat is "Living Your Life as a Friend," and we will do activities that allow us to deepen our relationship to our faith, Quaker testimonies, and navigating the challenges of […]
Grief, Loss & Bereavement: A pastoral care Thread Gathering
Chestnut Hill Friends Meeting Philadelphia, PA, United StatesRegistration is open! Friends are invited to join for a day of sharing, learning, and working together on the topic of pastoral care, focused on grief. In the morning, we will explore the ways monthly meetings address pastoral care needs, with small group discussions and chances for Friends to share joys and struggles. In the […]
The Quaker City: A Walking Tour of Old City
Arch Street Meeting House 320 Arch St, Philadelphia, United StatesThis isn’t your run-of-the-mill Founding Fathers’ tour! Perfect for Friends or visitors seeking a different side of Philly history, this walking tour highlights important Quaker sites in Old City. The tour starts at Arch Street Meeting House, then continues to the Betsy Ross House, and on to Welcome Park, the site of William Penn’s first […]
Halloween in the Historic District; Arch Street Meeting House
Arch Street Meeting House 320 Arch St, Philadelphia, United StatesTrick-or-Treat around Philadelphia’s historic district! Stop by Arch Street Meeting House and other participating sites in Old City, Philadelphia for a spooky day of family fun! On Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, the area transforms into a Halloween wonderland perfect for all ages. FREE, no registration required. Costumes encouraged! Visit […]
Singalong w/ Rise Up Singing
Fallsington Friends Meetinghouse 9300 New Falls Rd, Levittown, United StatesFallsington Meeting will be hosting a SING-A-LONG using the Rise Up Singing songbook. WHEN: Saturday, October 19 th , 2024 7 to 8:30 PM WHERE: Fallsington Meeting Social Room 9300 New Falls Road Fallsington, PA Guitar Accompanist: Richard Aldred ALL ARE WELCOME!
