On SJQ Winter Appeal Letters and Holy Days of Grace Dear Friends, Quakers practice, nestle into contemplation, and experience grace in all seasons. Every day is a Gift that brings Favor. As winter descends and a world quiets under its embrace, we are called to reflect in gratitude and action. This season of giving offers […]
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Native American Heritage Month and Rancocas Friends
Presentation for the Community of a Lenni-Lenape Speaker visiting from Oklahoma Delaware Lenape Peoples
Lenape Speaker John Thomas talking at Rancocas Friends Meeting 5pm on November 20th
Rancocas Friends Meeting will be having a guest Speaker, John Thomas, who is a native Lenape on November 20th at Rancocas Friends Meeting, 210 Main Street, Rancocas, NJ, 08073. Mr. Thomas is a native Lenape, and his topic is the Lenape Way of Life. It starts at 5:00 and ends at around 7:00. Most Lenape […]
“Silly” Perspective: Restorative Justice in Contradictions
In the context of current political landscapes, where a Trump-Vance presidential ticket may confront a multi-racial alliance of Democrats led by the daughter of Jamaican and Indian immigrants, it is crucial to maintain a focus on principles.
Featured events
Crosswicks at the Crossroads – Take a drive back into history on Crosswicks 250th anniversary
Quaker settlement Crosswicks endured numerous occupations. Come! Visit lands, ports, roads and farms with us.
The Crosswicks Meetinghouse bore witness to at least one skirmish during the American Revolution. As you stand here today, it’s important to remember the rich history that unfolded in this very place!
Are Fifth Monarchists, Diggers, Ranters and Muggletonians punk rock or pop?
King Charles harbored a strong dislike of Puritanism. He organized their opponents. He sought absolution. He had had a sinful sexual history for which he may perhaps have been looking to be forgiven. In pursuit of his plethora of personal wants, he mixed international intrigue with his own interests. Thus, strangely, was born a Quaker colony. The king needed us!
Thee 2024 New Year’s Vision? How dost “Give Thanks?”
Thou experiences on A Quaker Christmas? Photo by Jorge Barrios – Own work, Public Domain inspiration by Molly Wingate What can we offer in addition to “Simple buildings, plain pews, unadorned windows, and silence” Friends, as we search for Light outside and within, as we turn to the cold months and expectantly encounter the diverse […]
FCNL Brave & Constant: Building the World We Seek
Join Quakers and friends this November for worship, learning, fellowship, and action. Our gathering will be based in Washington, D.C., and span the country. We hope you can be part of coming together with joy amidst the challenges we face, individually and collectively. This fall, attendees at the Quaker Public Policy Institute (Nov. 16-20) will lobby Congress […]
“Colonial Day” on Woodbury Meeting’s grounds
“It was great to see so many folks coming out for Colonial Day on Saturday, May 14. Mainstreet Woodbury had a magician, live music, arts & crafts, and a vendor with delicious honey products set up on the grounds. We enjoyed giving tours and met some really nice people! Needless to say, it gave us all […]
