As we gradually resume in-person activities, we continue to prioritize safety and inclusiveness for all users of our Meeting House, both New Gardeners and visitors.
We are opening the building to small groups according to the capacity limits we set previously. Group leaders can contact Sharon (336.292.5487) to make reservations. All visitors should remain masked and socially distanced and follow other guidelines provided by COVID advisors.
We will continue to hold semi-programmed meetings for worship at 10:00 am on Sundays outdoors. This remains the safest way for a large group of people, vaccinated and unvaccinated, to be together.
We will provide live Zoom and Facebook connections for those who prefer to participate from home; those participants should also note the time change to 10 a.m. and the other changes in schedule, below.
Adult Forum and Spiritual Disciplines will meet by Zoom at 11:15 a.m. You can participate as a small group on the grounds, if you prefer. Just bring along your computer.
Those attending unprogrammed meetings for worship on Sundays from 9 – 9:45 a.m. are welcome to use the meeting room.
Please follow the guidance below;
In case of threatening weather, we will send out a notice by email early Sunday morning, canceling outdoor activities. In this case, Zoom and Facebook live will take place according to the new schedule: 10 a.m. Semi-programmed Meeting for Worship; 11:15 a.m. Adult Forum and Spiritual Disciplines.
Thank you for your care and patience.
NGFM COVID Medical Advisors
New Garden Friends Meeting is an inclusive, welcoming faith community in the tradition of the Religious Society of Friends. Our members and attenders represent a wide range of religious backgrounds and traditions. Grounded in more than 250 years of Quaker heritage, New Garden remains a vital Meeting for those who seek that of God in every person.
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Friends are advised that the time for semi-programmed Meeting for Worship will be pushed back…
Adult Forum will meet by Zoom at 11:15 a.m. You can also participate as a…
10:00 a.m. / In-Person outdoors (weather permitting) on the grounds of our meeting house. Deborah…
9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. / Those attending unprogrammed meetings for worship on Sundays from…
Adult Forum will meet by Zoom at 11:15 a.m. You can also participate as a…
10:00 a.m. / In-Person outdoors (weather permitting) on the grounds of our meeting house. Ashley…
9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. / Those attending unprogrammed meetings for worship on Sundays from…
10:00 a.m. / In-Person outdoors (weather permitting) on the grounds of our meeting house. Bill…
