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.
Several New Gardeners join with other people from different faith communities for “Healing Tuesdays,” when we observe 4 minutes of silence followed by time for reflection. “Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation”. All are welcome at 12:00 p.m. at Government Plaza, 110 S. Greene Street, Greensboro 27401.
Worship Room / 7:00 p.m. / David’s songs have found their way to Carnegie Hall, the United Nations, several Chicken Soup for the Soul books, the Kennedy Center, NASA’s Space Shuttle “Atlantis”, Peter, Paul, & Mary and Kingston Trio CDs (and 14 of his own) 5 Positive Music Awards, the Rise Up Singing and Rise…
Max Carter will lead a (day called) Memorial Day cemetery tour at 10:00 a.m. on Fifth Month, 27. The tour will cover not only the usual themes of the day but also highlight the contributions of burial ground residents to peace and justice work. Following the tour, the North Carolina Friends Historical Society will host…
In the New Garden Friends Meeting lawn, down by the playground area, there are three trunk sections of pecan, already cut to firewood length and free for the taking. All you have to do is come and get it.
The Red Cross will offer a CPR course and provide training in the use of our new defibrillator. The total training will take a little over three hours, and we hope to offer this on a Sunday in May or June, provided there is sufficient interest. A generous donor has provided funds to train up…
Pre-Gathering Events The 2019 Gathering “Peace in Our Hearts, Justice in the World” in Grinnell, Iowa is planned for June 30 – July 6, but did you know there are also events organized for the days before the Gathering begins? Retreat for People of Color and their Families: An opportunity for People of Color and…
Is it time you wrote your life stories, or your life legacy letter? A few years ago when I led a Forum on aging, there was some interest in writing our life stories and leaving a legacy letter behind, for generations who follow you. This is important to me because when I finally wanted to…
You can schedule your child’s dedication on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12 or Father’s Day, June 16. (You choose which day works best for your family.) Families with babies or young children are welcome to participate in this beautiful and welcoming tradition. Please email Karin Heller if you would like your child included. We need…
Centre Friends Meeting Quaker Men are sponsoring a golf tournament on May 18 to support Quaker Lake. They need not only golf players but also, and especially, hole sponsors. The Quaker Lake Board is encouraging all Friends meetings in the area to support this important fundraising effort. Go to: quakerlakecamp.org/golf-tournament or check in New Garden…
We are considering having a group (or groups) at New Garden of persons interested in sewing, quilting, knitting, crocheting, or other crafts. In the past there have been New Gardeners who met to quilt, knit or crochet afghans, and make new friends. Other types of needlework such as needlepoint and cross-stitch are also welcome. Beading,…
Fellowship Hall / 9:45 a.m. / Each Sunday in May, forums will focus on a…
Fellowship Hall / 9:45 a.m. / Each Sunday in May, forums will focus on a…
This month’s Lunch & Learn presents “Little Yellow Boots,” a film about family, climate change,…
11:00 a.m. / Worship Room / Families with babies or young children are welcome to…
Fellowship Hall / 9:45 a.m. / Each Sunday in May, forums will focus on a…
Fellowship Hall / 9:45 a.m. / Each Sunday in May, forums will focus on a…
9:45-10:50 a.m. / Fellowship Hall / Please join us for a presentation from congregational nurse,…
Easter Sunday, April 21, we will gather as a community to celebrate life and resurrection,…
