“Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it?” -Isaiah 43:18-19
To receive an email copy of Weekly Announcements (every Thursday) email: admin@QuakersDC.org
FMW’s offices will be only lightly staffed over the holidays.
Friday, Dec 30 – Peace & Social Concerns, Friday December 30, 7:00 pm – on line
Join on Zoom. By phone dial: (301) 715-8592. Enter meeting ID 8488 3680 922# on prompt. For more information, contact PSC clerk Barbara Briggs, BarbaraHBriggs@gmail.com, cell: 412-417-9384
On Sunday:
Grate Patrol, Assembly Room – during and after 10:30 Meeting (1st Sundays)
Join FMW community members and 1st Day School preparing a meal for DC residents who are living on the street. For more info, contact Emilie Schmeidler, email: Emilie.Scheidler@gmail.com
Library Committee, in the Library, 12:00 pm
For more info, contact clerk Gene Throwe, email: GThrowe@gmail.com
Friendly Bible Study, online, 12:00 pm –every 2 weeks. All are welcome!
Join on Zoom. By phone, dial: (646) 876-9923. Enter ID: 2025 7784 31#. Password: 254224
Contact: David Etheridge, David.etheridge@verizon.net, cell: 202-577-8431.
Upcoming:
Quaker Spiritual Development Programs – Full schedule for January 2023
Migrant Respite at FMW, Monday, Jan 2 all day – volunteers needed
Twice a month, FMW opens its doors to migrants arriving from Texas and/or Florida on buses. Volunteers from FMW and area faith and mutual aid organizations provide respite–clothing, a hot meal, their first warm welcome. and help begin their lives as our neighbors. Since buses do not arrive every day, we only know a day in advance what the need will be, so please volunteer–but contact Jim Bell to get on the list.
For more info, contact Jim Bell, phone: (240) 413-1229 email: KelleyBell21@comcast.net
BYM Faith & Practice Revision–Request for Feedback
Baltimore Yearly Meeting is requesting feedback on these two draft sections of the new Faith & Practice. FMW’s Ministry and Worship Committee requests all FMW Committees to devote 30 minutes in December or January to discussing these revisions. Individual responses are also welcome. Please email all feedback to this address, MinistryWorship@QuakersDC.org by February 1, which will give M&W time to compile our responses by BYM’s March 1 deadline. For more information contact Joe Izzo, email: Jizzo4102@gmail.com
Conversation with Quaker Activist & Scholar George Lakey, Sunday, Jan 22, 12:15
George Lakey has spent the better part of six decades as an activist, scholar and strategist for social, economic and climate justice. He will discuss his just-published memoir “Dancing with History, A life for Peace and Social Justice.” Sponsored by FMW’s Library, Records and Handbook and Peace & Social Concerns Committees. For more info, contact Steve Chase, email: SteveChase338@gmail.com
Try out the Veganuary “No Pressure” BYM Edition!
BYM’s Working Group on Right Relationship with Animals is offering its version of “Veganuary,” – an opportunity for people around the world to try a plant-based diet. No pressure, no judgments! We will provide you with super-easy options to adapt as many meals as you choose, plus a weekly Zoom get-together, led by (non-vegan) Friends, to encourage one another and celebrate the small victories. Details here. For more info, contact Margaret Fisher, email: 1margaret.e.fisher@gmail.com, tel: 703-244-9174
Other Regular Meetings & Worship Opportunities
Midweek Meeting for Worship, Wednesdays, 6:00 pm in person and on Zoom.
Join by Zoom. Meeting ID: 202 577 8431 Password: 254224
Other phones, dial 1-646-876-9923, when prompted enter Meeting ID: 202-577-8431.
Friendly Bible Study, 1st & 3rd Sundays, 12:00 pm.
For more information contact David Etheridge, email: david.etheridge22@gmail.com
Staying in Touch: To be included in the FMW’s Directory and email lists, or to update your information, send an email including your contact information to: admin@quakersdc.org. If you would like access to the directory, you can contact Barbara.
FMW’s office is open most days during regular business hours, but it’s helpful if you email or call ahead so staff can be sure to meet you. Contact: Admin@QuakersDC.org or call: 202.483.3310.
OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST
Young Adult Friends – Is seeking new co-conveners! Anyone (aged 18-40) interested in learning more, joining the YAF email list–or taking a role–contact Rebecca, email: RebeccaLeeNelson99@gmail.com
Personal Aid is looking for gift cards for grocery stores, Target, etc. These will be given to our vulnerable members and attenders as needed. Please contact Mary Melchior, email: mulchness@gmail.com
Want to plan a future event at FMW? Contact Brian Lutenegger, Event Manager, eventspace@QuakersDC.org.
If you have maintenance concerns, please contact Property Committee co-clerks, Ken Forsberg, KLForsberg@gmail.com, cell: (202) 294-1954, or Michael Wood, michaelhbwood@gmail.com
Links to other Quaker Events and News:
– Friends United Meetings (FUM) video series “Walking in the Way,” (4 min each)
Released Thursdays on FUM’s FaceBook page, YouTube channel, Instagram feed
– Pendle Hill – Upcoming Events
– QuakerSpeak – 5-minute videos on Quakerism from Friends Journal
If you would like to receive Weekly Announcements, write Barbara our Administrator at admin@QuakersDC.org