How do Quakers balance tradition and contemporary relevance?

I'll also draw on my doctoral research to explore a little what religious experience is for Quakers and touch on how Turrell's work both evokes Quaker practice ... Dec 3, 2023 ... Sa'ed Atshan is a professor of peace and conflict studies at Swarthmore College. He is also a Palestinian American with family still in the West ... Nov 7, 2023 ... Philip Gulley is a Quaker pastor and author of 22 books, including the Harmony and Hope series, featuring Sam Gardner. This article is featured ... May 4, 2018 ... They were a disruptive force in 17th-century religion. They thrived through being persecuted for denying allegiance to the Church of England. Quaker, member of the Society of Friends, or Friends church, a Christian group that stresses the guidance of the Holy Spirit, that rejects outward rites and ... A Quaker is someone who is a member of the religious group, Society of Friends. Members of this group refer to others in the group simply as "Friend". The Quaker belief of the “Inner Light” or that of God in each of us creates an atmosphere of acceptance and openness. Students are led by example not only to ... Beliefs and Practices of Quaker Ed. Quakerism was founded in the 1600's by English people seeking a religious community based on equality rather than hierarchy. Jan 27, 2025 ... Quakers ask court to halt immigration authorities from enforcing in and near houses of worship, religious gatherings. May 9, 2019 ... Quakers don't do dogma. The closest thing to a firm belief is in pacifism… However, many Quakers are vegetarian or vegan as a personal choice ...