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Simple. Radical. Spiritual. @quakers.bsky.social · Jun 12

Three questions transformed my spiritual journey on joining the Quakers

Could I be wrong?
Which opened me up to grow.

What would love demand?
Setting a direction of travel.

What is more important?
When unclear about what to prioritise.

What questions helped you on your spiritual journey?

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Simple. Radical. Spiritual. @quakers.bsky.social · 14h

Quakers warn new protest powers "dangerous and unnecessary"
www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Quakers warn new protest powers “dangerous and unnecessary”

Quakers in Britain have warned that new government plans to tighten protest laws even further are “not only unnecessary but dangerous”.

www.quaker.org.uk

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Simple. Radical. Spiritual. @quakers.bsky.social · 4d

When the government changes the meaning of a word, for example, labelling a protest group as terrorist, we have a moral duty to stand up for truth and justice. When genocide is being committed, we have to follow our discernment:
www.bbc.com/news/article... #1984OrwellWasRight

London Palestine Action protest: Met Police make more than 400 arrests

Demonstrations went ahead despite calls from politicians and police leaders for the protests to be postponed in wake of the Manchester synagogue attack.

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Churches Together in England @churchesengland.bsky.social · 6d

"An attack against one faith community is an attack against us all. "

The @churchesengland.bsky.social Presidents have issued a joint statement condemning yesterday's synagogue attack and antisemitism.

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#ChurchesTogether #ChristianUnity

Words of the statement: We are horrified at the terror attack at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Manchester on Yom Kippur, a Holy Day for the Jewish community. We stand with the Jewish community at this time and categorically reject all forms of antisemitism. Those who hold this ideology must be challenged and must never be allowed to win.

We pray for the Jewish community, who will be deeply traumatised by this event. We pray for comfort for those who have lost loved ones. We thank the emergency services for their swift response, and we recognise with respect how, once again, they have put themselves in harm’s way to protect the community. We pray that all will come together in condemning this senseless attack.

An attack against one faith community is an attack against us all. We commit ourselves to work for positive relationships between faiths and communities in our nation, now and always.

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Tim Gee @timquaker.bsky.social · 6d

I've just learnt that a kind, good, committed person I got to know through refugee humanitarian work is/was on the Gaza flotilla, and is presumably now detained by Israel.

There are so many reasons to pray right now. I pray for all people suffering and in fear.
www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/10...

Israel dismantles Gaza humanitarian flotilla – but one boat sails on

The Israeli navy has intercepted all but one ship that formed the 44-strong Global Sumud Flotilla – the Marinette.

www.aljazeera.com

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Simple. Radical. Spiritual. @quakers.bsky.social · 6d

Quaker statement in response to Manchester synagogue attacks on Yom Kippur
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Quaker statement in response to Manchester synagogue attacks on Yom Kippur

We offer our love, support and solidarity with the Jewish community, in Manchester and beyond, following the horrifying antisemitic attack on a Manchester synagogue on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in t...

www.quaker.org.uk

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Alastair McIntosh @alastairmci.bsky.social · 6d

Utmost respect. bsky.app/profile/anti...

Resist 🕎🍉 @antizionistjew.bsky.social · 6d

🇺🇸🇵🇸 #BREAKING | Hundreds of rabbis and Jewish community members gather in Brooklyn for a mass public memorial service on Yom Kippur, demanding a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and for the U.S. to stop arming Israel.

Rabbis and the Jewish community stand in a line

Rabbis and the Jewish community seen standing in lines

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Tim Gee @timquaker.bsky.social · 9d

I thought and prayed very hard about what to say with opportunity of giving the BBC Daily Service ahead of World Quaker Day. It was broadcast this morning. Here it is: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

(Picture from the BBC Studios in London)

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Friends World Committee @globalquakers.bsky.social · 9d

"In this moment, how might you practice extending love, care, compassion to others whether you approve of their actions... or not?"
www.fcnl.org/updates/2025...
Alicia McBride of Friends Committee on National Legislation - FCNL reflects on what it means to love your neighbour, no exceptions.

Love Your Neighbor | Friends Committee On National Legislation

As we consider our role of new systems, we are invited to engage in the spiritual practice of loving our neighbor without exception.

www.fcnl.org

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Quakers in Britain @quaker.org.uk · 9d

As US nuclear weapons return to Britain, we re-affirm the commitment to nuclear disarmament rooted in our faith.

We join hundreds of groups in calling for measures to prevent nuclear war, and redirect military spending to peacekeeping, climate action, and meeting human needs.

Quakers join global call for nuclear disarmament

On International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons, Quakers in Britain joined more than 275 organisations in urging governments to take bold action towards disarmament.

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NakedPastor @nakedpastor.bsky.social · 9d

Right now, many of us are struggling, yet toxic positivity often tells us we have to “stay positive” no matter what.

This approach doesn’t help. It dismisses REAL emotions like sadness, frustration, or anger. Honoring how you truly feel is not weakness; it’s human.

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Simple. Radical. Spiritual. @quakers.bsky.social · 9d

Quakers do not want to convert people. I am not trying to evangelise you. I appreciate you bringing this to our attention; this helps us learn and grow.

I am sorry if my first message upset you, that was not my intention.

Simple. Radical. Spiritual. @quakers.bsky.social · 9d

Friends, I have just been shown a disgusting quote from our past. It does not help us if we try to disown our history; we must be honest and make amends where we can.

I want to thank @skuaenjoyer.bsky.social for bringing this to our attention.

naomi @skuaenjoyer.bsky.social · 9d

but heres the reference from an Oxford source since you probably don't believe Native people's own words. academic.oup.com/north-caroli...

King Hancock and Core Tom: The Defenders

Abstract. This chapter discusses the Unkwa-hunwa, meaning “the Real People.” Some have said their name meant “Hemp Gatherers”; others “Shirt Wearers.” The

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Simple. Radical. Spiritual. @quakers.bsky.social · 9d

Actually, I was interested, and searching for the quote. I am only too aware that Quakers are flawed; just lke we all are. I would not try to defend that quote, I was interested as this is the history that we need to be remined of. We must be honest about our history. Thank you for your help.

Simple. Radical. Spiritual. @quakers.bsky.social · 9d

Thank you for helping me learn something new.

Did you know that atheists, pagans and those of many other groups identify as Quakers? en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nonthei...

www.friendsjournal.org/pagan-quakers/

Can You Be a Quaker & Pagan? - Finding Common Ground With Pagan Quakers

Discover the challenges of being a Pagan in Quaker circles. Learn how to navigate unfamiliar religious boundaries and find acceptance within the Quaker community.

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Simple. Radical. Spiritual. @quakers.bsky.social · 9d

Thank you, that is John Archdale, who was a Quaker. I said, we have made mistakes. Quakers even owned slaves; we are now working on reparations.

Quakers have not had a perfect relationship with indigenous peoples. Here is how we are owning our mistakes: www.decolonizingquakers.org/advocacy/fcn...

Quakers, Indigenous Peoples and Congress - Decolonizing Quakers

Partnering with national organizations of Native Americans and with faith groups, the FCNL has advocated in Congress on issues affecting Native Americans for more than 40 years.

www.decolonizingquakers.org

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Simple. Radical. Spiritual. @quakers.bsky.social · 9d

Edward Hyde was the Governor of North Carolina from 24 January 1712 to 8 September 1712, and he was Church of England. He claimed Quaker support; however, there is no evidence to support this claim. You may be thinking of the Quaker Thomas Cary, whom I will not defend. We've made mistakes.

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Artie Langston @bassweasel.bsky.social · 9d

Three Salem Quakers stepped in when they saw what was happening. Elihu Frazier, Thomas Clarkson Frazier, and William Johnson faced off with the slave catchers. Elihu boldly told them he would "wade in Missouri blood before the negroes should be taken. "
wheninyourstate.com/iowa/iowas-u...

Iowa’s Underground Railroad site that tragically strengthened slavery

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Graeme Beale @midfyffe.bsky.social · 10d

We've got a new sign, and a new candle at #quakers today. Big news. Anyway I was in unusually early so got a nice autumnal low-sun picture of a couple of the less exciting stain glass windows.

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Simple. Radical. Spiritual. @quakers.bsky.social · 13d

How well do we know our history? I am constantly discovering how Quakers influenced so many aspects of our modern life. For example, railways, railway timetables and tickets, even the iron, all have Quaker fingerprints, or were Quaker originated:
www.quakersintheworld.org/quakers-in-a...

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Tim Gee @timquaker.bsky.social · 13d

When Jesus was asked, ‘Who is my neighbour?’ he replied with the story of the Good Samaritan, in which the neighbour is the man of another religion and another nationality.

Someone needs to tell the all people who cloak their bigotry and racism in Christian symbols.

thefriend.org/article/resp...

Respect for difference: Tim Gee has a reflection for World Quaker Day | The Friend

‘Respect for difference leads to peaceful coexistence.’| The Friend

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Friends World Committee @globalquakers.bsky.social · 13d

This year's World Quaker Day (5 October) is themed 'Love Your Neighbour'.

Our QuakerSpeak video on the theme, published in preparation, has been viewed nearly ten thousand times!

You can watch it too, here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylgi...

The Quaker Approach to the Bible

YouTube video by QuakerSpeak

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Simple. Radical. Spiritual. @quakers.bsky.social · 14d

It is always interesting to see what Meetings have on the table during a meeting. This is from the Clacton Meeting House.

A table with different Bibles, Faith and Practice, Advice & Queries and artificial flowers.

Simple. Radical. Spiritual. @quakers.bsky.social · 14d

“No Music for Genocide” Israel Boycott
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Paramore Pull Music from Israeli Streaming Services in Protest of Gaza

Both Paramore and Hayley Williams (as a solo artist) have joined the "No Music for Genocide" boycott, geo-blocking their music in Israel.

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Simple. Radical. Spiritual. @quakers.bsky.social · 14d

Sudbury, Suffolk, Quakers are on Facebook, the Meeting has been growing and they want to connect more with the community. While I do not want to encourage joining Facebook, if you are already on it, please consider following them: www.facebook.com/profile.php...

Redirecting...

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Ben Wood /|\🔶️🌿✝️ @cosmichope.bsky.social · 15d

Seneca often gets it. This from someone who saw cruelty at close range.

"All cruelty springs from weakness" (Seneca)

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