Prophetic & Universal Witness – We are people of the Word. The Hebrew prophets were not popular; they said what was true when the king was invested in a lie. The prophet Jeremiah watched a fabric of his society rip apart because “they have healed the wound of my people lightly, saying, ‘Peace, peace,’ when there is no peace” (Jeremiah 6:14). We are there.
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#FreedomWalk2026
#FreedomWalk2026 is a multi-week pilgrimage from historical sites of enslavement to sites of liberation, culminating on July 4th, 2026 (U.S. semiquincentennial). Walkers carry stories, names, and calls for reparative policy, land return, and truth-telling. The route includes partner stops with Burlington Meeting, Black churches, and land trusts.
On Secular Consensus: Searching out a Balm of Spiritual Unity
Are we reaching consensus, or are we seeking the Will of God? 🕯️
In her pamphlet Spiritual Responsibility in the Meeting for Business, Patricia Loring reminds us that Quaker business isn’t about “winning” an argument or even just finding a middle ground. It’s about a collective “giving over” to the Spirit.
When we rush for efficiency, we risk losing the very Light we claim to follow.
Pacifism – Testimony Under Fire
Light in Darkness: A Testimony Under Fire From Westminster to Kyiv: State Secret Kidnapping’s Expanding Shadow If the raids at Westminster Meeting House were a “chill” on dissent, the events unfolding in the shadow of expanding global conflict are a deep freeze. As the fires of war leap from Ukraine to Kuwait, and from Sudan […]
REGISTER NOW FOR “WOMEN’S SPEAKING JUSTIFIED: PAUL ANDERSON IN CONVERSATION”
This Women’s History Month, join us for a landmark conversation about one of the most important documents you’ve probably never read.
In 1666, Margaret Fell sat in Lancaster Castle, imprisoned for her Quaker faith. From that cold cell, she wrote Women’s Speaking Justified—a fiery, scripture-by-scripture defense of women’s right to preach and lead. It became the theological backbone for a movement that would send thousands of women ministers across the globe before 1720.
Now, renowned scholar Paul Anderson has translated Fell’s work into modern English, making it accessible for a new generation. Anderson brings rare credentials: he’s a world-class New Testament scholar AND the son, grandson, and brother of recorded women ministers. He knows this material in his bones.
Following Anderson’s presentation, Windy Cooler of the Friends Incubator for Public Ministry will discuss how we can nurture prophetic voices today. The Incubator exists because, as Cooler writes, “Friends have often fallen out of practice in supporting ministers.” This conversation is about reclaiming that sacred work.
Draft Minutes for Discernment against War
How is thee called to see in the every face – Divine in any Iranian child, every American soldier, an Israeli family? John Woolman says life is about turning “all the treasures we possess into the channel of universal love.” Where in thee heart doth thee feel resistance in a practice of universal love? How […]
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
Quaker Walk 2025: Tracing a Remonstrance in Living Boundaries of Justice
From May 4–22, 2025, Friends walk from NYC to Washington, D.C. carrying an updated Flushing Remonstrance—a centuries-old call to conscience reborn for our times. Passing through Princeton, Germantown, and the Susquehanna River by canoe, walkers confront histories of injustice and reimagine community, citizenry, and belonging through economic justice, ecological repair, and spiritual courage.
Mt Holly invites us to Celebrate 250 Years at our Meetinghouse
Mount Holly Friends (Quakers)Celebrating 250 Years at our MeetinghouseRecognizing 250 years of History and Connection:The Quaker Experience Speakers, Luncheon and MusicEileen Flanagan, Quaker Author, Speaker and Activist Christie Duncan-Tessmer, Former General Secretary of Philadelphia Yearly Meeting Saturday, November 15, 2025 10 am – 3:30 pm – Free Event – Registration Required for Lunch To register: […]
