
WORK DAY AT OUR MEETINGHOUSE! 🔨🔧 When? Tomorrow, Saturday, December 6, 9:00am - 12:00noon Where? Germantown Meetinghouse Let’s give our meetinghouse and grounds a bit of TLC! We’ll be closing storm windows… clearing drains & downspouts… trimming some hedges… assessing insulation needs & repairs… fixing & assessing meetinghouse bench damage… and there is always trash pick-up. All are welcome!
GMM BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP – ONE DAY I’LL GROW UP AND BE A BEAUTIFUL WOMAN When? Tomorrow, Saturday, December 6, 7:00pm Where? Beth Rafter’s home in Germantown A book discussion group will gather next weekend to talk about “One Day I'll Grow Up and Be a Beautiful Woman.” Kelley White has a copy of the book available to share. For details about the gathering, contact Kelley White.
ANTI-RACISM DISCUSSION GROUP When & Where? Monday, December 8, at 7:00pm on Zoom We will be discussing the Resistance work that people in the meeting and in the group have been doing, looking at what else we might do, and considering reading another book and maybe visiting some historical sites or museums. Anyone interested, please reach out to John Colgan-Davis
BRING A CAN OF FOOD OR A BOX OF PASTA TO WORSHIP ON SUNDAY! Our GMM food Food Drive to support Germantown Avenue Crisis Ministry continues!! Thanks to all who have contributed so far. Keep it coming! Germantown Avenue Crisis Ministry (GACM) is finding increased demands on their Food Pantry for everyday needs. They have put out a call to everyone in the area to help bolster their diminished supply of food. Let’s take this opportunity to extend the wonderful nutritional support that Jondhi’s monthly food giveaway already provides, and contribute non-perishable food items for the GACM Food Pantry! When? Now through Sunday, December 14 Where? Contribution boxes in the GMM Committee Room What? Please refer to this list of acceptable non-perishable food items, provided by Germantown Avenue Crisis Ministry (GACM)
A REMINDER FROM THE FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE A friendly reminder that Germantown Meeting has many expenses such as maintaining the meetinghouse spaces and supporting the numerous programs and causes that Monthly Meeting has approved. Financial support is an integral part of sustaining our Meeting community. We hope everyone will contribute generously to help defray our expenses. How to donate? Send a check to Germantown Monthly Meeting (47 West Coulter Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144) Donate online through the Philadelphia Yearly Meeting (PYM) giving portal here Drop a donation in the locked wooden box mounted on the wall between the Committee & Social Rooms. Contributions of any and all amounts are warmly welcomed. Many thanks for your generosity. ~ Jonathan Rhoads, Clerk of Fundraising Committee
ED STIVENDER’S CHRISTMAS SHOW When? Sunday, December 14, 2:00pm Where? Germantown Meetinghouse & via Zoom (hybrid) Our Attender, Ed Stivender, will present his Annual Christmas Show (again) in the Committee Room on December 14th! A Fundraiser for Project Home, admission is free, and the presentation will be available on Zoom via the Link below. The Show, "Home for Christmas, Really!" will consist of traditional and original holiday Stories and Verse as well as "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry and a Folktale for Hanukkah. The whole family is welcome. Click here for the Zoom link
MARK YOUR CALENDARS – GMM ANNUAL CHRISTMAS POTLUCK & CAROL SING! 🎄🎵 When? Sunday, December 21, 6:00 - 9:00pm Where? Germantown Meetinghouse, Committee & Social Rooms ‘Tis the season! Let’s gather together to celebrate the holiday season with good cheer! Bring your favorite dish(es) to share with a crowd as we enjoy a festive potluck meal together by candlelight, and then Caroline Davidson will be at the piano to lead us in singing Christmas carols. All are welcome!
☕ 🍪 VOLUNTEER TO PROVIDE REFRESHMENTS THIS WINTER! ☕ 🍪 Please volunteer to provide refreshments after worship in the New Year! Make it a family activity ◆ Partner up with a friend Make it a Committee activity, while promoting your committee's work? Please look ahead and pick a date: January 4 - January 18 February 1 - February 8 - February 15 - February 22 Please contact Becky Johnson. THANK YOU! Thanks to all who provided refreshments over the past year! Note: Refreshments expenses are reimbursable or can be credited as in-kind donations to GMM.
QUAKER NEWS & EVENTS
QUAKER PUBLIC WITNESS/NATIONAL CALL TO ACTION — Support Immigrants When? Tomorrow – Saturday December 6, 12:00noon Where? Love Park (16th Street & JFK Blvd, Philadelphia) Friends will gather at Love Park for one hour of silent public worship and community fellowship, while holding signs and banners (homemade & printed) that express our unwavering support for immigrants in our communities. This is the first of what is hoped to become a series of actions in future months all across our country, showing love in action as a public witness of our Quaker values in a time of rising fascism. If you plan to attend, please register by sending an email with your Name, Affiliation (i.e. name of your meeting or organization) and Email Address to: QPWA@afsc.org. Registration will allow us to keep you updated on vigil plans, and to ensure we have enough supplies for attendees upon arrival.
MESSIAH SING-IN (who says Quakers don’t sing?) When? Friday, December 12, 7:30pm Where? Friends Center (1601 Cherry Street) This year, the beloved Messiah Sing-In — led by George Lakey at Friends Center — is being joyfully revived under conductor Lee Kimball. Bring a score (or borrow one), come early for a seat, and join a warm, no-pressure opportunity to sing.
STRONGER WITH IMMIGRANTS WEEK OF ACTION When? December 10 - 18 From December 10 (International Human Rights Day) through December 18 (International Migrants Day), people across the U.S. are coming together to demand dignity, safety, and freedom for all. American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) is organizing actions to denounce immigration raids, detention, and deportation—and to affirm everyone’s right to safety, belonging, and justice. Organize an event in your own community. Or check back with AFSC Action Week to find an event near you.
SAVE THE DATE: KNOWING PEACE: A QUAKER BUDDHIST EXPLORATION – with Deborah Cooper! When & Where? January 15 @ 6:00 pm - January 18 @ 1:00 pm, at Pendle Hill GMM member Deborah Cooper will be co-leading an experiential weekend workshop at Pendle Hill, combining early Quaker practices and insight meditation, with George Schaefer (Abington Friends Meeting). Learning from the teachings of early Friends and practices from insight meditation, the weekend will include opportunities for meditation, silent worship, and discussion. More information here Register here by January 8
NEW QUAKER CHECKLIST TIP #39 – TAKE ACTION THROUGH THE AMERICAN FRIENDS SERVICE COMMITTEE Following the effort of Friends General Conference (FGC), supporting newcomers as well as offering a refresher for oldtimers, each week there will be a tip from FGC’s New Quaker Checklist – “steps to take to deepen your faith and connect to other Friends in North America.” Try one, or try them all! Tip #39: Take action through the American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) “We bring together people of all faiths and backgrounds to challenge injustice and build peace around the globe.”
PHILADELPHIA YEARLY MEETING (PYM) PYM Weekly Update PYM Events Calendar: Check out upcoming and ongoing programs promoted by PYM
GERMANTOWN FRIENDS SCHOOL (GFS) NEWS & EVENTS
ATTEND GFS MEETING FOR WORSHIP DURING THE WEEK GFS welcomes GMM to attend Meeting for Worship during the school year. Schedule for upcoming week: Middle School: Monday, 12/8, 10:20 - 11:00am Upper School: Thursday, 12/11, 10:10 - 11:00am
NEW STUDENT ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION CLUB NEWSLETTER The GFS student-led Environmental Action Club (EAC) just launched their first newsletter! Check it out here to learn more about what the club has been up to, and tips for sustainability on campus and beyond.
UPPER SCHOOL WINTER MUSIC CONCERT When? Saturday, December 13, at 4 pm Where? Loeb Performing Arts Center on GFS campus The Music Department is pleased to close with a Festival performance of “The Boar's Head Carol.” In addition to inviting everyone to experience the performance, they invite any and all interested faculty, staff, alumni, parents, and friends to join with the Upper School Chorus and Orchestra to form the 2025 Festival Ensemble. Please register to perform by December 7 by filling out and submitting the 2025 Festival Ensemble sign-up form.
TAKE ACTION!
GROWING TOGETHER: COMMUNITY RESILIENCE FOR A STRONGER GERMANTOWN When? Saturday, December 6, 3:30 - 6:00pm Where? The Water Shed (5300 Wayne Avenue, & Queen Lane) A panel discussion – Hear from Germantown leaders, activists, and neighbors already building resilience right here in our community. Learn how you can generate community and climate resilience with your neighbors. More information here
PHILADELPHIA PEACE COALITION PEACE VIGIL When? Monday, December 8, 4:00-5:00pm Where? SW Corner of City Hall, by the memorial to Octavius Catto We are Jews, Palestinians, and friends who stand together in sacred witness, refusing to be enemies and refusing to despair. We stand for safety, justice, dignity, and peace for all 14 million people living in Israel/Palestine. We call for an end to military occupation and the cycle of destruction and loss in Gaza and the West Bank. We also stand for the well-being of our neighbors here in the Philadelphia region who face the harms of Islamophobia and Antisemitism. We gather rain or shine, wearing something white (be sure to dress warmly!). We sing, we walk, we pray, and we carry signs affirming the humanity of all and our support for non-violent resistance. Please join us and bring a friend.
SAVE THE DATE: POWER PHILADELPHIA CITY-WIDE ASSEMBLY ON AFFORDABILITY When? February 1, 2026 @ 3:00 pm - 6:30 pm Join POWER Philadelphia and 40+ congregations for an assembly of people of faith concerned with affordability and cost of living in our city. We will build relationships, meet with elected officials and discuss solutions, and strategize on how we will build people power to make our city work for us. Final location and time to come- register to save the date and confirm your spot. Sign up here
TRYING TO FIND SOCIAL JUSTICE EVENTS? Mobilize is a central posting site that has opportunities concerning local actions for protest and in support of social justice. See more here, and bookmark their site!
ONGOING – MONDAYS @ MCCORMICK’S When? Mondays, 12:00noon - 1:00pm, rain or shine Where? 2000 Market Street, Senator McCormick’s Philadelphia office Join in weekly to assemble peaceably - as is our constitutional right - outside Senator McCormick's Philadelphia office until he agrees to meet with us and support our demands: (These will change as conditions develop) Read more about the weekly protest here.
ONGOING – WE THE PEOPLE WEDNESDAYS – SINGING FOR SANITY When? Every Wednesday at 4:00pm Where? Allens Lane Station in Mt. Airy Join neighbors at the Allens Lane Station in Mt. Airy every Wednesday afternoon for a new protest group! There will be protest songs led by local musicians each week, speakers describing the cruelty and madness of our F/Elon leaders, and following up with actions. Watch their website for more information on the music & speakers each week: WeThePeopleWeds.org
ONGOING – JOIN THE VIGIL with FRIDAYS AT FETTERMAN’S When? Every Friday from 11:15 – 12:15pm Where? In front of Senator Fetterman’s office (230 Chestnut Street) What? Join together with people committed to a Middle East peace solution to urge Senator Fetterman to support a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. Fridays @ Fetterman’s is supported by the AFSC, Brandywine Peace Community, Granny Peace Brigade, IfNotNowPhilly, Prayers for Peace Alliance, the Simple Way and The Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom, Phila. Branch.
GERMANTOWN & NEARBY
CAMPFIRE, SMORES AND LOTS MORE AT WEAVERS WAY FARM AT AWBURY - A few spots left! RSVP now! When? Saturday, December 6, 3-5:00pm Join the Weavers Way Farm Team at our Mort Brooks Memorial Farm site for some fire-side sharing about how we are using our new “caterpillar tunnel” hoop houses to extend our growing season and grow food through the winter. Camp fire, smores and hot-chocolate will be provided. This event is FREE. Please consider bringing your own chair and plenty of warm layers. ALL ARE WELCOME! Please RSVP here – A few spots left!!
STENTON HOLIDAY TEA When? Saturday, December 6, 1:00 - 3:00pm Where? Stenton Museum (4601 N. 18th Street) Please join in at Stenton as they usher in the holiday season! Get in the holiday spirit with music, tea, light refreshments, a holiday craft, and plenty of holiday cheer! S'mores and hot cocoa will also be available outdoors, so dress warmly! Free, but please RSVP here
QUAKER RESOURCES
OTHER (VIRTUAL) WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Pendle Hill – Daily Zoom meeting for worship online from 8:30-9:10 am Friends Council on National Legislation (FCNL) Witness Wednesdays: Weekly worship at 5:15pm (ET) Friends General Conference’s (FGC) has many options for worship & discussion, including Newcomers & Seekers, Friends of Color Monthly worship, BIPOC Womxn’s space, White Friends Confronting Racism, Gen X Friends (new), Neurodivergent Friends (new). The offerings keep growing! Click here for the calendar Quaker Voluntary Service (QVS) Worship with Attention to Gaza/Palestine: Tuesdays at 12:00noon (ET) on Zoom FOR QUAKER NEWCOMERS: Friends General Conference New Quaker Hub
QUAKER ORGANIZATIONS Stay connected with news, work and resources of various Friends groups. Bookmark them for easy reference Philadelphia Quarterly Meeting (PQM) Philadelphia Yearly Meeting (PYM) Friends General Conference (FGC) Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL) Friends Council on Education (FCE) American Friends Service Committee (AFSC)

THE FRIDAY BEE December 5, 2025

SCHEDULE FOR SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7

10:20am

Greeter

Anne Stassen & Janet Kroll

10:30am

Child Care

Starts in kindergarten building across the driveway

10:30am

Meeting for Worship

(Hybrid: In-person & on Zoom)

10:50am

First Day School

Older children attend Meeting for Worship with their families until 10:50 am, when their teachers will lead them to the Committee Room.

Questions? Please contact Carla Childs.

Note: Children of any age are always welcome to join their families in Meeting for Worship.

11:30am

Introductions & Announcements

Ted Spaeth & John Hickey

11:40am

Refreshments

Sarah Kaufman and Duncan Holby

PROTOCOL FOR MEETING FOR WORSHIP (Zoom, hybrid, in-person)

Please maintain silence as you enter the Zoom meeting or the meetinghouse so Friends can center and settle into worship. Masks are optional in the meetinghouse. Feel free to wear one if you wish. We have a supply if you’ve forgotten yours. If you have a fever or are feeling unwell, please stay home and join our worship on Zoom.

MEETING NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

DISCERNMENT: THE HEART OF QUAKER SPIRITUALITY & PRACTICE

“Spiritual discernment lies at the heart of Quaker spirituality and practice. Discernment is the faculty we use to distinguish the true movement of the Spirit to speak in meeting for worship from the wholly human urge to share, to instruct, or to straighten people out. It is that fallible, intuitive gift we use in attempting to discriminate the course to which we are personally led by God in a given situation, from our other impulses and from the generalized judgments of conscience.” – from Daily Quaker Message

Query of the week – What is a leading (or “calling” or “nudge”)? How do you distinguish the voice of the Spirit from all others?

WORK DAY AT OUR MEETINGHOUSE! 🔨🔧

When? Tomorrow, Saturday, December 6, 9:00am - 12:00noon

Where? Germantown Meetinghouse

Let’s give our meetinghouse and grounds a bit of TLC!

We’ll be closing storm windows… clearing drains & downspouts… trimming some hedges… assessing insulation needs & repairs… fixing & assessing meetinghouse bench damage… and there is always trash pick-up.

All are welcome!

GMM BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP – ONE DAY I’LL GROW UP AND BE A BEAUTIFUL WOMAN

When? Tomorrow, Saturday, December 6, 7:00pm

Where? Beth Rafter’s home in Germantown **

A book discussion group will gather next weekend to talk about “One Day I'll Grow Up and Be a Beautiful Woman.” Kelley White has a copy of the book available to share.

** For details about the gathering, contact Kelley White.

ANTI-RACISM DISCUSSION GROUP

When & Where? Monday, December 8, at 7:00pm on Zoom

We will be discussing the Resistance work that people in the meeting and in the group have been doing, looking at what else we might do, and considering reading another book and maybe visiting some historical sites or museums.

Anyone interested, please reach out to John Colgan-Davis

BRING A CAN OF FOOD OR A BOX OF PASTA TO WORSHIP ON SUNDAY!

Our GMM food Food Drive to support Germantown Avenue Crisis Ministry continues!!

Thanks to all who have contributed so far. Keep it coming!

Germantown Avenue Crisis Ministry (GACM) is finding increased demands on their Food Pantry for everyday needs. They have put out a call to everyone in the area to help bolster their diminished supply of food.

Let’s take this opportunity to extend the wonderful nutritional support that Jondhi’s monthly food giveaway already provides, and contribute non-perishable food items for the GACM Food Pantry!

When? Now through Sunday, December 14

Where? Contribution boxes in the GMM Committee Room

What? Please refer to this list of acceptable non-perishable food items, provided by Germantown Avenue Crisis Ministry (GACM)

A REMINDER FROM THE FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE

A friendly reminder that Germantown Meeting has many expenses such as maintaining the meetinghouse spaces and supporting the numerous programs and causes that Monthly Meeting has approved. Financial support is an integral part of sustaining our Meeting community. We hope everyone will contribute generously to help defray our expenses.

How to donate?

Send a check to Germantown Monthly Meeting (47 West Coulter Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144)
Donate online through the Philadelphia Yearly Meeting (PYM) giving portal here
Drop a donation in the locked wooden box mounted on the wall between the Committee & Social Rooms.

Contributions of any and all amounts are warmly welcomed. Many thanks for your generosity.

~ Jonathan Rhoads, Clerk of Fundraising Committee

ED STIVENDER’S CHRISTMAS SHOW

When? Sunday, December 14, 2:00pm

Where? Germantown Meetinghouse & via Zoom (hybrid)

Our Attender, Ed Stivender, will present his Annual Christmas Show (again) in the Committee Room on December 14th!

A Fundraiser for Project Home, admission is free, and the presentation will be available on Zoom via the Link below.

The Show, "Home for Christmas, Really!" will consist of traditional and original holiday Stories and Verse as well as "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry and a Folktale for Hanukkah. The whole family is welcome.

Click here for the Zoom link

MARK YOUR CALENDARS – GMM ANNUAL CHRISTMAS POTLUCK & CAROL SING! 🎄🎵

When? Sunday, December 21, 6:00 - 9:00pm

Where? Germantown Meetinghouse, Committee & Social Rooms

‘Tis the season! Let’s gather together to celebrate the holiday season with good cheer!

Bring your favorite dish(es) to share with a crowd as we enjoy a festive potluck meal together by candlelight, and then Caroline Davidson will be at the piano to lead us in singing Christmas carols. All are welcome!

☕ 🍪 VOLUNTEER TO PROVIDE REFRESHMENTS THIS WINTER! ☕ 🍪

Please volunteer to provide refreshments after worship in the New Year!

Make it a family activity ◆ Partner up with a friend
Make it a Committee activity, while promoting your committee's work?

Please look ahead and pick a date:

January 4 - January 18
February 1 - February 8 - February 15 - February 22

Please contact Becky Johnson. THANK YOU!

Thanks to all who provided refreshments over the past year!

Note: Refreshments expenses are reimbursable or can be credited as in-kind donations to GMM.

QUAKER NEWS & EVENTS

QUAKER PUBLIC WITNESS/NATIONAL CALL TO ACTION — Support Immigrants

When? Tomorrow – Saturday December 6, 12:00noon

Where? Love Park (16th Street & JFK Blvd, Philadelphia)
Friends will gather at Love Park for one hour of silent public worship and community fellowship, while holding signs and banners (homemade & printed) that express our unwavering support for immigrants in our communities.

This is the first of what is hoped to become a series of actions in future months all across our country, showing love in action as a public witness of our Quaker values in a time of rising fascism.

If you plan to attend, please register by sending an email with your Name, Affiliation (i.e. name of your meeting or organization) and Email Address to: QPWA@afsc.org. Registration will allow us to keep you updated on vigil plans, and to ensure we have enough supplies for attendees upon arrival.

MESSIAH SING-IN (who says Quakers don’t sing?)

When? Friday, December 12, 7:30pm

Where? Friends Center (1601 Cherry Street)

This year, the beloved Messiah Sing-In — led by George Lakey at Friends Center — is being joyfully revived under conductor Lee Kimball. Bring a score (or borrow one), come early for a seat, and join a warm, no-pressure opportunity to sing.

STRONGER WITH IMMIGRANTS WEEK OF ACTION

When? December 10 - 18

From December 10 (International Human Rights Day) through December 18 (International Migrants Day), people across the U.S. are coming together to demand dignity, safety, and freedom for all. American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) is organizing actions to denounce immigration raids, detention, and deportation—and to affirm everyone’s right to safety, belonging, and justice.

Organize an event in your own community. Or check back with AFSC Action Week to find an event near you.

SAVE THE DATE: KNOWING PEACE: A QUAKER BUDDHIST EXPLORATION – with Deborah Cooper!

When & Where? January 15 @ 6:00 pm - January 18 @ 1:00 pm, at Pendle Hill
GMM member Deborah Cooper will be co-leading an experiential weekend workshop at Pendle Hill, combining early Quaker practices and insight meditation, with George Schaefer (Abington Friends Meeting). Learning from the teachings of early Friends and practices from insight meditation, the weekend will include opportunities for meditation, silent worship, and discussion.

NEW QUAKER CHECKLIST TIP #39 – TAKE ACTION THROUGH THE AMERICAN FRIENDS SERVICE COMMITTEE

Following the effort of Friends General Conference (FGC), supporting newcomers as well as offering a refresher for oldtimers, each week there will be a tip from FGC’s New Quaker Checklist – “steps to take to deepen your faith and connect to other Friends in North America.” Try one, or try them all!

Tip #39: Take action through the American Friends Service Committee (AFSC)
“We bring together people of all faiths and backgrounds to challenge injustice and build peace around the globe.”

PHILADELPHIA YEARLY MEETING (PYM)

PYM Weekly Update
PYM Events Calendar: Check out upcoming and ongoing programs promoted by PYM

GERMANTOWN FRIENDS SCHOOL (GFS) NEWS & EVENTS

ATTEND GFS MEETING FOR WORSHIP DURING THE WEEK

GFS welcomes GMM to attend Meeting for Worship during the school year. Schedule for upcoming week:

Middle School: Monday, 12/8, 10:20 - 11:00am
Upper School: Thursday, 12/11, 10:10 - 11:00am

NEW STUDENT ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION CLUB NEWSLETTER

The GFS student-led Environmental Action Club (EAC) just launched their first newsletter! Check it out here to learn more about what the club has been up to, and tips for sustainability on campus and beyond.

UPPER SCHOOL WINTER MUSIC CONCERT

When? Saturday, December 13, at 4 pm

Where? Loeb Performing Arts Center on GFS campus

The Music Department is pleased to close with a Festival performance of “The Boar's Head Carol.” In addition to inviting everyone to experience the performance, they invite any and all interested faculty, staff, alumni, parents, and friends to join with the Upper School Chorus and Orchestra to form the 2025 Festival Ensemble.

Please register to perform by December 7 by filling out and submitting the 2025 Festival Ensemble sign-up form.

TAKE ACTION!

GROWING TOGETHER: COMMUNITY RESILIENCE FOR A STRONGER GERMANTOWN

When? Saturday, December 6, 3:30 - 6:00pm

Where? The Water Shed (5300 Wayne Avenue, & Queen Lane)

A panel discussion – Hear from Germantown leaders, activists, and neighbors already building resilience right here in our community. Learn how you can generate community and climate resilience with your neighbors.

More information here

PHILADELPHIA PEACE COALITION PEACE VIGIL

When? Monday, December 8, 4:00-5:00pm

Where? SW Corner of City Hall, by the memorial to Octavius Catto

We are Jews, Palestinians, and friends who stand together in sacred witness, refusing to be enemies and refusing to despair. We stand for safety, justice, dignity, and peace for all 14 million people living in Israel/Palestine. We call for an end to military occupation and the cycle of destruction and loss in Gaza and the West Bank. We also stand for the well-being of our neighbors here in the Philadelphia region who face the harms of Islamophobia and Antisemitism.

We gather rain or shine, wearing something white (be sure to dress warmly!). We sing, we walk, we pray, and we carry signs affirming the humanity of all and our support for non-violent resistance. Please join us and bring a friend.

SAVE THE DATE: POWER PHILADELPHIA CITY-WIDE ASSEMBLY ON AFFORDABILITY

When? February 1, 2026 @ 3:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Join POWER Philadelphia and 40+ congregations for an assembly of people of faith concerned with affordability and cost of living in our city. We will build relationships, meet with elected officials and discuss solutions, and strategize on how we will build people power to make our city work for us. Final location and time to come- register to save the date and confirm your spot.

TRYING TO FIND SOCIAL JUSTICE EVENTS?

Mobilize is a central posting site that has opportunities concerning local actions for protest and in support of social justice.

See more here, and bookmark their site!

ONGOING – MONDAYS @ MCCORMICK’S

When? Mondays, 12:00noon - 1:00pm, rain or shine

Where? 2000 Market Street, Senator McCormick’s Philadelphia office

Join in weekly to assemble peaceably - as is our constitutional right - outside Senator McCormick's Philadelphia office until he agrees to meet with us and support our demands: (These will change as conditions develop)

Read more about the weekly protest here.

ONGOING – WE THE PEOPLE WEDNESDAYS – SINGING FOR SANITY

When? Every Wednesday at 4:00pm

Where? Allens Lane Station in Mt. Airy

Join neighbors at the Allens Lane Station in Mt. Airy every Wednesday afternoon for a new protest group!

There will be protest songs led by local musicians each week, speakers describing the cruelty and madness of our F/Elon leaders, and following up with actions.

Watch their website for more information on the music & speakers each week: WeThePeopleWeds.org

ONGOING – JOIN THE VIGIL with FRIDAYS AT FETTERMAN’S

When? Every Friday from 11:15 – 12:15pm

Where? In front of Senator Fetterman’s office (230 Chestnut Street)

What? Join together with people committed to a Middle East peace solution to urge Senator Fetterman to support a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.

Fridays @ Fetterman’s is supported by the AFSC, Brandywine Peace Community, Granny Peace Brigade, IfNotNowPhilly, Prayers for Peace Alliance, the Simple Way and The Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom, Phila. Branch.

GERMANTOWN & NEARBY

CAMPFIRE, SMORES AND LOTS MORE AT WEAVERS WAY FARM AT AWBURY - A few spots left! RSVP now!

When? Saturday, December 6, 3-5:00pm

Join the Weavers Way Farm Team at our Mort Brooks Memorial Farm site for some fire-side sharing about how we are using our new “caterpillar tunnel” hoop houses to extend our growing season and grow food through the winter. Camp fire, smores and hot-chocolate will be provided. This event is FREE. Please consider bringing your own chair and plenty of warm layers. ALL ARE WELCOME!

Please RSVP here – A few spots left!!

STENTON HOLIDAY TEA

When? Saturday, December 6, 1:00 - 3:00pm

Where? Stenton Museum (4601 N. 18th Street)

Please join in at Stenton as they usher in the holiday season! Get in the holiday spirit with music, tea, light refreshments, a holiday craft, and plenty of holiday cheer! S'mores and hot cocoa will also be available outdoors, so dress warmly!

Free, but please RSVP here

QUAKER RESOURCES

OTHER (VIRTUAL) WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Pendle Hill – Daily Zoom meeting for worship online from 8:30-9:10 am
Friends Council on National Legislation (FCNL) Witness Wednesdays: Weekly worship at 5:15pm (ET)
Friends General Conference’s (FGC) has many options for worship & discussion, including Newcomers & Seekers, Friends of Color Monthly worship, BIPOC Womxn’s space, White Friends Confronting Racism, Gen X Friends (new), Neurodivergent Friends (new). The offerings keep growing! Click here for the calendar
Quaker Voluntary Service (QVS) Worship with Attention to Gaza/Palestine: Tuesdays at 12:00noon (ET) on Zoom

FOR QUAKER NEWCOMERS: Friends General Conference New Quaker Hub

QUAKER ORGANIZATIONS

Stay connected with news, work and resources of various Friends groups. Bookmark them for easy reference

Philadelphia Quarterly Meeting (PQM)

Philadelphia Yearly Meeting (PYM)

Friends General Conference (FGC)

Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL)

Friends Council on Education (FCE)

American Friends Service Committee (AFSC)