What is Quakerism?
It is in silence that we still our hearts and minds so that the Spirit of God may enter. This silencing, this waiting in expectancy, this listening for that which is deepest within—this is what Friends call worship. We seek a gathered stillness in our meetings for worship so that all may feel the power of God’s love leading us and drawing us together. (IMYM Faith and Practice Advices on Worship)
Meeting for Worship: 10 AM each Sunday at 402 S. Beaver Street, Flagstaff, AZ.
History of Quakerism
The Religious Society of Friends arose in seventeenth-century England, at a time of religious and political turmoil. There was great dissatisfaction with the established Church of England, with its legal monopoly of public worship, oppressive tithes, and corruption. Dissenting groups, including Roman Catholics, Presbyterians, Puritans, Ranters, and Muggletonians vied for the spiritual and political loyalties of the populace, and in the case of the first two, for control of the government. During this time of civil war, Oliver Cromwell, the leader of the puritanical revolutionaries called “roundheads,” held the title of Protector, and was the head of the government. Read more.
Quaker Language
Quakers use certain words and phrases among themselves. This guide is intended to help people who are new to Quakers to understand and navigate Quaker language.
Quakers have a great sense of history. They continue to use words and phrases that are antiquated (the meaning has passed out of common usage, like the Book of Discipline), anachronistic (the purpose has changed but title remains, Meeting for Sufferings), obscure (for example: visitor, notion and Friend) and just plain quaint (right ordering). List of Quaker Language.
Frequently Asked Questions
Flagstaff Friends Meeting is part of the unprogrammed tradition of Friends and these FAQ’s reflect topics that Quakers frequently discuss.
- Who are the “Quakers”?
- Are “Quakers” the same as “Friends”?
- What forms of worship are practiced by American Friends?
- What do Friends believe?
- Do Friends have a creed?
- How can Friends differ so widely in their religious beliefs?
- How does the Faith of Friends show in Friends' personal lives?
- What are Friends’ attitudes towards Sacraments and Scriptures?
- What are the principle concerns and activities of Friends?
- What are the historic and continuing Quaker testimonies?
- What is the meaning of the Quaker Way?
- What is the meaning of in the Manner of Friends?
- How do people become members of the Society of Friends?
Quaker Quote
Treasure your experience of God, however it comes to you. George Fox |
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