Blog
A place for insight, analysis and action.
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25 October 2018
Could you be a prison chaplain?
by Marleen Schepers
Quaker prison chaplains provide spiritual support and friendship to prisoners and staff – and we need more of them in British prisons says Marleen Schepers.
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24 August 2018
What to expect from a Quaker wedding
by Michael Booth
Michael Booth has been a guest at many Quaker weddings. Here, he looks at what makes them so special.
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16 May 2018
Revision of the book of discipline: what happens now?
by Paul Parker
A big decision was made by Quakers at Yearly Meeting 2018, one with far-reaching consequences. Paul Parker outlines what happens next and how you can get involved.
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2 May 2018
Telling our stories: exploring the Quaker way
by Alistair Fuller
Quaker faith is rooted in personal and communal experience. Alistair Fuller reflects on the freedom and discipline involved in exploring the Quaker way.
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6 April 2018
Quaker funerals: community and contribution
by Paul Parker
Paul Parker explores what happens at a Quaker funeral – a simple meeting where all present are able to share reflections and memories.
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28 March 2018
A Quaker take on Easter
by Alistair Fuller
Alistair Fuller explains how his understanding of Holy Week and Easter has evolved from childhood chocolate to a deeper appreciation of the stories behind the celebration.
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1 January 2018
Our Quaker year: 5 meeting insights for 2018
by Juliet Prager
Inspiring leadership, new growth and astonishing arrays of cake – Juliet Prager shares her experiences of visiting Quaker meetings across the country.
