“Following United States attack against Iran, de-escalation and diplomacy must be prioritized. Congress has the sole power to authorize the use of military forces under Article I of the Constitution. U.S. Congress must reassert its war powers as it did in 2020 on a bipartisan basis following the strike that killed Iranian general Qassem Soleimani. Urge […]
Nathan Shroyer
How New Jersey won new protections for immigrant communities – AFSC
AFSC shares Immigrant Rights efforts/protections offered in New Jersey After years of advocacy, the state took a significant step forward. But we’re not done yet. Feb 20, 2026 Learn more about our NJ Immigrant Rights program Advocating at the New Jersey State House in Trenton. Henry Craver/AFSC In the first weeks of 2026, the New […]
Update on “PYM et al. vs. DHS” – Invitation to Info Session
Now, you are invited to an information session, over Zoom, on March 10 at 5:30 pm Eastern, on the current status of the lawsuit. Attorneys from Democracy Forward, who represent PYM and the other plaintiffs on our litigation, will provide an update and answer questions.Register for the Info Session
The Zoom link will be emailed to approved registrants on the morning of March 10.
You can stay informed about the case from this page on our website: https://www.pym.org/dhs-lawsuit/
Friends can use this link to register for the information session: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/x8NY4jnbR1GjDMcPLRjA3Q#/registration
Wondering about Easter Plans? Crosswicks invites you to Easter Brunch
Friends,
Despite the recent dramatic weather, the light of fellowship shines brightly at Crosswicks Meeting. We are pleased to share an update on their recent activities:
Quakerism 101 Launched: A successful first session led by George Schaefer drew Friends from across the region to explore the roots of Quakerism. The next session is March 15th. Grateful thanks to the Fellowship Committee for their hospitality.
This Sunday, March 2nd: Join Crosswicks for Meeting for Worship at 10:00 AM (Zoom link available on the SJQ site). Following worship, the First Day School students will present their annual project benefiting HomeFront and Operation Smile.
Save the Date: Crosswicks warmly invites you to their Annual Easter Brunch on Sunday, March 29th at 9:00 AM.
Read the full story of community and connection on the SJQ website [Link to SJQ Article].
In the Light,
The SJQ Communications Team
Pope Leo – Archeology is Opeing Way to Find Hopefulness
This is a letter published last month from Pope Leo. We are publishing it here in it´s entirety. What is so powerful is the continued faith that we learn from our past. The Pope is speaking about the common good of history. While this language once was unmistakably consistent with the rule of law and […]
Clock Is Ticking: Preventing a New Nuclear Arms Race
A potential for a new arms race is not theoretical. History of nuclear proliferation demonstrates that when strategic constraints are lifted, competition escalates. Each country seeks to outmatch the other, stockpiling warheads, investing in advanced delivery systems, and expanding missile defenses. Such a cycle is costly, dangerous, and destabilizing. Without clear leadership and diplomatic engagement, we risk sliding into this perilous cycle.
Crosswicks’ Journey into Penn’s ‘Holy Experiment’
First Day School Travel Crosswicks First Day School Fieldtrip to Pennbury The sun shone with a golden, autumnal kindness on the Sunday morning that Crosswicks Meeting First Day School set out for a field trip to Pennsbury Manor State Park. Though a pesky conspiracy of sports tournaments, visiting relatives, and a princess’s very important day […]
KWANZAA COMES TO BURLINGTON MEETING
“‘ALL are RADICALLY BEING WELCOMED.’ We are THRILLED to share this fabulous feature on Burlington Meetinghouse’s revival as a community pillar! READ about our journey and join us for the spectacular Willingboro Kwanzaa Fest 2025 – filling all FOUR floors with joy! 🔗 [Link to Article] #ReadShareCome #BurlingtonQuakers #KwanzaaCelebration”
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Winter Blooms
Meetings and Friends of Burlington, Haddonfield, and Salem Quarters, Greetings in our seeking there is a Light that finds us. It is proximate in the still, deep quiet of winter. As this year draws inward, we are called to gather around thee shared hearth of community—not merely for warmth, but to witness a vibrant silent […]
