✨ Our January to March programme is here! ✨ Join us for courses, sessions and residentials on Quaker History & Theology, Spirituality, Peace & Social Justice, Climate Justice, Quaker Roles and much more… ➡️ Explore the full programme at woodbrooke.org.uk/courses

John Wilhelm Rowntree, 1902 Quaker Faith Practice 27.37

Speaking into silence is one of the central practices and mysteries of Quaker meeting for worship. In this evening together we’ll talk about who speaks and why – what moves us, what helps or prevents us, and how wider factors influence us. For more info: woodbrooke.org.uk/courses/who-sp…

An opportunity to read and discuss the latest book by Mark Russ in the company of the author. ‘The Spirit of Freedom’ is a collection of inspiring essays on speaking of God, worshipping God and being God’s witnesses in the world. For more information: woodbrooke.org.uk/courses/book-c…

The Gospel of Mary reveals a radical re-visioning of Christianity from a woman’s perspective nearly 2000 years ago, yet it’s non-conformist approach seems surprisingly modern. An ancient text, but what does it mean to each one of us today? For more info: woodbrooke.org.uk/courses/the-go…

This course will allow participants to engage with critical moments in Quaker history through some of the key texts. What do we make of them and what can we learn from the past that can help feed our spiritual lives today? For more information visit ow.ly/gyNf50UbAz3

Ursula Franklin, 1979 Quaker Faith and Practice 23.3

Looking back on the past year, is there a wish that has come true? At the threshold of this new year, what wishes do you harbor in your heart? Join us in building a sense of community through storytelling. For more information visit: woodbrooke.org.uk/courses/story-…

In this session, we'll explore how rebuilding our collective imagination can empower us and safeguard future generations. Can we tap our radical Quaker roots to counter bleak futures and envision a more just world? For more information visit: woodbrooke.org.uk/courses/resili…

Even if we aim to live simply, we can end up with possessions and habits that overwhelm us. What might our lives be like with ‘less’? Drawing on minimalist practices and spiritual teachings we’ll be learning practical skills to slow our lives down. shorturl.at/20xB9

This session is designed to explore how to engage our children and young people in meaningful discussions about what it means to be part of a Quaker community. For more information visit woodbrooke.org.uk/courses/conver…

Early Quakers described themselves as 'Friends of the Truth' and more recently Quakers have sought to articulate that truth through expressions of values called ‘testimonies’. How do we relate to these in our inner and outer lives today? For more visit: shorturl.at/Kp0eM

Nominations are at the heart of the way we live and work together as Friends. However, this practice is often undervalued and overlooked. Come and learn about its potential to strengthen Quaker meetings and communities, enabling them to flourish. Visit ow.ly/AFWi50Ulwez

Crucial to Paul’s understanding of faith is his confidence that it opens up a way of life which does not depend upon rituals and rules. This course will set out the way in which Paul presents this new life in his letter to the Philippians For more info see woodbrooke.org.uk/courses/an-adu…

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