2024-07-28 Newsletter of
Concord Friends Meeting
A Monthly Meeting in Dover Quarter of
New England Yearly Meeting, Religious Society of Friends
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The difference between perseverance and obstinacy is that
One comes from a strong will, and the other from a strong won't.~ Henry Ward Beecher (1813-1877)
An American Congregationalist clergyman, social reformer,
and speaker, known for his support of the abolition of slavery.
The Meeting Calendar
| Day | Date | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday | July 28th | 10:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. ~12:30 p.m. |
Meeting for Worship. For Zoom link, email Zoom [at] ConcordFriendsMeeting [dot] org (subject: %E2%80%9CWorship%E2%80%9D%20Zoom%20Link%20Request) . With Children: Rich K. & TBD; Closing: Greg & Ruth H. Potluck Fourth Sunday Program: Mark B. shares reflections on his spiritual journey |
| Tuesday | July 30th | 6:30 p.m. | Midweek Worship at the Meeting House. All are welcome. If possible, please let Rich know you will be joining us. klnschmdt [at] gmail [dot] com (subject: Mid-week%20Worship) (603-899-7574) |
| Sunday | August 4th | 10:00 a.m. |
Meeting for Worship & Fellowship For Zoom link, email Zoom [at] ConcordFriendsMeeting [dot] org (subject: %E2%80%9CWorship%E2%80%9D%20Zoom%20Link%20Request) . With Children: Faith & TBD; Closing: Elaine B. and Juliet C. |
Camp-Out in the White Mountain National Forest
Happy Campers, July 2024
L-R: Greg H., Elaine B., Jennifer S., Kathy U., Ruth H., Jane H, Sara S., Chris H.
Fourth Sunday: Sunday, July 28th
Following a potluck meal, we will have the opportunity to hear Mark B. share reflections on his spiritual journey. During the height of COVID we met outside in the warm months on Sundays after Meeting for Worship and heard a series of such programs featuring the journeys of a variety of Friends. They were truly intimate experiences. Thank you, Mark, for your willingness to share.
Solemn Vigil for a Cease Fire in Gaza
Thursdays at Noon, At the corner of Main and Center Street
The silent vigil for a ceasefire in Gaza continues every Thursday from Noon-1pm at the corner of Main and Center Street. Make your own sign, use one provided, or just stand in silent witness besides others. This is done in coordination with NH Peace Action. We suggest that people make signs that convey something about justice for Israel and Palestine. Also please avoid the word genocide, ethnic cleansing, and similar terms.
PSECC Committee
“Where Olive Trees Weep” film – 1st August
Friends concerned about the ongoing violence in Gaza and the West Bank may want to plan to join other Quakers in discernment on Thursday, August 1st. The discussion is intended to center around responses to this new feature length film. Click on the flyer below for the link to see the film:
Annual Sessions 2024: August 2nd – 7th 2024
Dear Friends,
Quakers in New England will gather in August for the 364th year—for worship, spiritual nurture, fellowship, and discernment of our shared calling.
Again this year there are two ways to attend Sessions: in-person at Castleton University and via Zoom.
We encourage Friends to read the details on the Yearly Meeting website before registering.
Register to Attend at Castleton
New England Yearly Meeting (NEYM) Annual Sessions needs Volunteers for:
- Childcare (0-4 years old)
- Junior Yearly Meeting (K-6th grade)
- Junior High Yearly Meeting (7th-9th)
- Young Friends (10-12th)
- Spanish Language Interpretation
- Tech Team - Remote and In-Person
- Young Adult Friends Coordinator (beyond High School)
Volunteering at Yearly Meeting is a great way to meet new people, be a part of the gathering, and learn a bit more about what Sessions has to offer. Sessions gathers Friends together from all across New England and depends on the work of dozens and dozens of Friends. It simply can't happen without the work of Friends in all types of roles.
Learn more at: neym.org/volunteer-sessions
Reminders
- Please remember to keep a pair of slippers or indoor shoes on the shoe rack to limit damage to our floors.
- Plastic Bags can be put inside the box by the entrance of the Meetinghouse.
Questions, comments, suggestions?
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From Past Issues:
Ben Lomand Quaker Center
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