Mid Thames Area Quaker News
Quakers in the modern world
‘Quakers in the modern world’ at Maidenhead was well received by those who attended. Several people were known to us and some were new seekers. Alasdair, Simon and Lina gave brief presentations, followed by reflection then questions, and concluding with Angela’s delicious lemon drizzle cake. A number of the free introductory packs containing Geoffrey Durham’s…
Read MoreNewbury Quaker Open House
Newbury Quakers held a successful and enjoyable Open House day on Saturday October 6, despite the wet weather. The day included five presentations. We started with a talk by Trevor Dorey on ‘Believing or Beloving’, followed by a lively discussion. After this, with the ‘Knitted Newbury’ panel on display, Maria Grace gave a presentation on…
Read MoreQuakers meet again in Didcot
After a short break, meetings for Quaker worship resume on 17th October at a new venue (Northbourne Centre, Church Street, Didcot, OX11 8DG) and on a new day (Wednesdays 4pm). All are very welcome.
Read MoreWho will clean up Bhopal?
The water supply in Bhopal is still contaminated thirty-four years after the gas leak from the Union Carbide/Dow pesticide plant. Come to see the documentary ‘Bhopali’ and hear from Colin Toogood of the Bhopal Medical appeal. 7:30pm, Wednesday 17th October, Reading Quaker meeting house, 2 Church Street, Reading, RG1 2SB A Reading International Festival event,…
Read MoreWhat can we do?
Can silence be a vehicle for social change? Join Quakers, in expectant silence, to ask “what can we do in these uncertain times?” Followed by conversation and afternoon tea. 3pm on Sunday 21st October, at Reading Quakers (Religious Society of Friends), 2 Church Street, Reading RG1 2SB This Reading International Festival event is part of Reading…
Read MoreWhat makes Quakers tick?
Craft activities, talks, food, poppies, Meeting house tours and special Meetings for worship – there was something for everyone during Quaker week 2018. Don’t worry if you missed these events – you are always welcome at the seven local Quaker meetings in the Mid Thames Area : follow the links at the top of this…
Read MoreWhite poppies on Sunday 14 October
At our market stall in Henley, we gave away white poppies. Sunday 14 October is well before Remembrance Sunday, to make clear that white poppies complement red ones – they don’t compete with them. White poppies are worn in memory of all those who have suffered and are suffering from war. First worn in 1933…
Read MoreFamily crafts day
Once again, family crafts proved a smash hit with over 40 families taking part on 6th October. Parachute games, card making, colouring in, play-doh, and throwing pots on a real potter’s wheel. Held at Reading Quaker meeting house – keep a lookout for future events.
Read MoreEast Garston Quaker open weekend
All were welcomed to make a poppy in memory of anyone – military or civilian – who has died in war, experience a Quaker meeting for worship, and enjoy a locally sourced lunch. All part of the East Garston Quaker open weekend.
Read MoreWelcome Reading Uni freshers
Curious about Quakerism, or just fancy some good food and company? Then drop into a chaplaincy freshers week event and meet our friendly Quaker chaplain, Angela. She’ll be at the Chaplaincy centre for soup lunches on Monday 24th and Tuesday 25th September from 1-2pm and a barbeque on Wednesday 26th from noon-2pm, and at the…
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