Quaker communities
This section includes a range of support offered by Quaker Life for Quaker meetings and communities. Please see below for the areas of support offered to Friends. You can either go to the subject areas or directly to the pages in these areas. The news feed on this page features articles aimed specifically at Quaker meetings and communities.
Latest news
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Online Introduction to Chaplaincy inspires new and existing Quaker chaplains
11 February 2025
In late January, there was an online 'Introduction to Chaplaincy' where three chaplains shared their experiences, of prison, university, and hospice chaplaincy. Quakers joining the session heard about different approaches, asked questions and reflected on their own leadings, including how they might get in touch with chaplaincy teams in local institutions.
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Clevedon Quakers get ready with a Welcome Box
3 February 2025
Clevedon Quaker Meeting recently welcomed their youth development worker, Zephyr Blofeld, to worship with them, share his work and a new 'Welcome Box' designed to help Quaker meetings welcome children and young people.
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East Garston Quakers gather to celebrate light
13 January 2025
Over the last year East Garston Quakers have held various community events in their wildlife garden. Recently they braved the elements for a Winter solstice celebration with a candlelit labyrinth, Candlelit Solstice Labyrinth Celebration, lanterns, seasonal crafts, mulled local apple juice and mince pies.