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28 February 2012

This is intended as both a guide for newcomers and a helpful reminder to more experienced Friends. 

 

What's special about a Quaker business meeting? 

 

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15 May 2010

Attending a Quaker meeting

You do not have to be a Quaker to attend Quaker worship which is open to all. A gathering of Quakers for worship is called a Quaker meeting.

Meetings can be held anywhere, at any time, although they are often on Sundays in our Quaker meeting houses. If you would like to join us and share in our stillness you would be most welcome.

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14 May 2010

The bedrock of the Quaker way is the silent meeting for worship. We seek a communal gathered stillness, where we can be open to inspiration from the Spirit of God and find peace of mind, a renewed sense of purpose for living, and joy to wonder at God's creation. 

During our meetings for worship some may feel moved to speak: something anyone can do, as all are considered equal. Quakers do not have priests, or a hierarchy, as we believe all people can have a direct relationship with God. 

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