Weekly Announcements 9.7.2023
Printer-friendly version“If you love me, you will keep my commandments.” –John 14:15
Let Us Worship Together - Sunday, September 10, 20239:00 AM Early Meeting for Worship - In FMW’s Library & on Zoom. 10:30 am Meeting for Worship, Meeting Room 6:00 pm Worship Children & Youth Programs to Re-Launch Sept 17!On Sept 17, Religious Education (RE) will transition from its summer schedule to full programming for children (First Day School) and youth (Young Friends and Grate Patrol). RE programs will continue to meet the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month. Families are encouraged to bring their children and youth to Meeting for Worship on non-RE Sundays. Childcare: Every Sunday (year-round) during Meeting for Worship - in Decatur Room. Friendly Office Presence: Denzell Tyler / Sunday “Staffing” Schedule |
To receive an email copy of Weekly Announcements (every Thursday) email: admin@QuakersDC.org
On Sunday:
Meeting for Worship with Concern for Business, Quaker House Living Room, 12:30 pm
FMW’s monthly meeting to share information, discuss, plan and make decisions.
Join on Zoom (same as 10:30 Meeting). For more information, contact clerks, Allen Fawcett (AAFawcett@gmail.com) or Elaine Wilson (ElaineSWils@gmail.com)
Interfaith Council of Metropolitan Washington Unity Walk, 12:30-5:30 pm.
The Unity Walk is a public demonstration of love and support for all who live in our region. Houses of worship and spiritual centers across DC will open their doors, joined by programs including an intergenerational storytelling workshop, Center for Children and Theology family programming, support for a local family shelter, and more! Please register here (required). More info is here. Please help spread the word! Some FMW folks will leave from FMW’s lobby at 12:15 pm. For details, contact Joe Izzo, jizzo4102@gmail.com, cell: (202) 425-0496.
Quaker Spiritual Development Programs - Full schedule September 2023
Meeting for Worship in Memory of Janet Dinsmore, Sunday, September 17, 1:00 pm
In FMW’s Meeting Room and :on Zoom. For more information contact Joe Izzo, email: jizzo4102@gmail.com
Fall 2023, Quakerism 101: Introductory class, October 3-31 - Register now!
Friends Meeting of Washington’s (FMW) Fall 2023 Quakerism 101 class is an introductory class on Quaker faith and practice will be held from October 3rd through October 31st from 7:00pm - 8:30pm via zoom only. The class consists of five sessions that provide a strong foundation of understanding as you begin your spiritual journey into the rich tradition of the Quakers - Religious Society of Friends. Details of class here. Register here. Contact B. Vohryzek vohryzek.co@gmail.com if you have questions.
Save the date! BYM Women's Retreat, Saturday October 21 IRL & online.
This will be a one-day hybrid event, taking place at Friends Community School (5901 Westchester Park Dr, College Park, MD 20740) and online. For more info, contact Heather Carter, email: carter.hm@pm.me
Other Regular Meetings & Worship Opportunities
Midweek Meeting for Worship at FMW, Wednesdays, 6:00 pm in person
Friendly Bible Study, 1st & 3rd Sundays, 12:00 pm.
For more information contact David Etheridge, email: david.etheridge22@gmail.com
Quaker Bible Study, FMW’s Library & online, Thursdays, 7:00 pm
For more information, contact Gene Throwe email: GThrowe@gmail.com
Other Points of Contact:
Staying in Touch: To be included in the FMW’s Directory and email lists, or to update your information, send an email with your contact information to: admin@quakersdc.org. If you would like access to the directory, you can contact Barbara. Admin@QuakersDC.org or call: 202.483.3310.
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 Peter Nye email: p_nye@yahoo.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