Britain Yearly Meeting (BYM) is nearly over, and it has been both affirming and discomforting.The theme for the gathering was ‘Trust in the Spirit’. In reflecting on this over the past week, I arrived at the conclusion that we can’t trust the Spirit unless we trust each other. In session, on the Saturday morning, I… Continue reading Trust in the Spirit
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Locating my Quaker identity
Last year I mused that British Quakerism is having an identity crisis. It may be, although I don’t know for certain. More truthfully, it’s me who’s having the identity crisis! I have said to friends in the past, ‘I'm a Quaker depending on which day you ask me’. I’d like to explore this thought a… Continue reading Locating my Quaker identity
Chaotic grace
As a first post it seems very appropriate to reflect on the recent big event in my life, my husband and I celebrating our marriage. I had promised to write about the point of going to Quaker Meeting, but that can go on the back burner for the moment. I'll being with a quote from… Continue reading Chaotic grace
Welcome to Jolly Quaker
Welcome! Some of you may be familiar with my previous blog 'Quaker Intentional Community in London'. In this new blog I'll continue to share my thoughts and reflections on Quakerism, Christianity and community. To new readers, I hope you find this blog interesting and thought provoking. Your comments and contributions are most welcome. To readers… Continue reading Welcome to Jolly Quaker