I am now 73 years young, born a Quaker, in Tasmania, and now living in another state. For me my quiet time is spent sitting under my olive tree in the yard, here I watch my chickens and bees, hear the birds, and feel at ease, so it is here that I reflect and feel the closeness of god.
@@pinkelephant4591Hi I haven't attended a real meeting since I was a child, my father was transferred to Melbourne from Hobart and we lost contact with our friends because his new position was very intense. I was around 14 at the time that we moved, having been educated at Friends school Hobart. It seemed that all other friends communities, were way at the opposite end of town and it made it virtually impossible to attend meetings so we just had family meetings. There is a good group in Mornington that seems like a nice group, and I believe one closer somewhere up Toorak way, however except for a few mails I have not made contact, I haven't felt the need. I content myself just being true to my beliefs, and having quiet time as I feel the need, I love living as a father and grand father, hoping that a little of what I have continues in my children, grand children and their friends. My parents spoke plain at home so i was brought up being familiar with it and still think in plain then convert before I answer, strange that.
When first investigating Quakerism, I asked a friend what he thought of the Quakers. He said, "I think they should get more comfortable furniture and relax." Now, more fully aware and very interested in this spiritual journey, I feel that it's not important for people to know we are Quakers but to feel that we are good, worthy people, kind and compassionate, brave and polite, seeking that of God in everyone.
I agree, Quakers aren’t ones for bigging themselves up at all as it’s not modest. However, I think by being/doing the things you mentioned, and being/doing them *because* I’m a Quaker, opens dialogue with those who might not know about Quakers, which I think can lead to meaningful discussions
I’ve been attending MfW for a couple of years now and recently became a member. I’m eager to deepen my Quaker life and this video was so helpful. Thank you. Chris.
It’s become much easier for me to live my Truth, being now in my 60s and disabled. Relying on carers for help in everyday tastes, along with my partner and my adult offspring, helps you to appreciate simplicity and living a peaceful life much more. Being in a Quaker marriage with adult offspring who went to a Quaker school obviously helps as well. One thing that does help me, is to withdraw myself from all social media every few weeks for a week or so as it enables me to concentrate on really life-affirming things. Jinny
Your appsolutly right about meeting not having to be just on a Sunday. At Quaker camp we meet and nine every morning with our camping chairs all in a big circle in the field and have meeting for 15 mins ish before we start discussing what people are doing that day. It was really nice. On the Sunday we went to Pickering meeting that had a lovley garden.
Thanks so much for this video. Are there more? I am doing the Becoming A Friend Course as I'm relatively new to Quakerism and stumbled across you while looking for something on the course list. I'm recommending it to others on the course.
Hi Gilly, that’s so cool and thank you for watching and sharing 🙂 How is the course? I’ve got quite a few videos on the channel looking at various Quaker things so please do have a look and let me know if you have any questions! 👍
I don't have a meeting nearby. How can I grow in Quakerism without it? I practice by approaching every day in a state of love and patience. I'm not perfect at it, but growing. At the age of 67! (Retired teacher here)
I get it entirely as that is my situation too! If you are able, I would highly recommend the online meetings for worship by Woodbrooke . They take place at different times throughout the week and do give you an idea of what a Meeting for Worship is like! Let me know if you need any help with it!
Thank you for this, it's very useful and provides great tips. Just found your channel - I'm glad to see that there is a channel like this. For Quaker Week I did a daily Instagram reel about Quakerism. I really enjoyed it and was left thinking about how little information there is about Quakerism, and wishing I had enough time and material to do a similar channel to this. I'm glad someone is doing it!
Thank you for your message! Please do let me know if there is anything you’d like me to do a video on! The Quaker Week reel sounds cool, I’m new to Instagram but will be announcing videos and things on there too from now on, you can find me at instagram.com/quakeitup?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
Thankyou for this video. I appreciate your take on things. Would you consider doing a video about simplicity, i would be very interested to hear your thoughts on the subject, thanks.
So unrelated. A tie is a piece of clothing. Outdated. Part of fashion. Cats, pets, are parts of our families. We love them. They love us. That is their purpose. Companionship. Love. That's it. Simple. Easy. Love.
There is nothing weird about being honest to yourself and others and respecting them as equals with perhaps views a little different to yours, because their life experiences might just be a little different.
