Notes from Pastor Ashley / March 21, 2023

Dear Friends, It was so wonderful to see you engage with the Transition Team’s event on Sunday! I appreciated your care and thoughtfulness in responding to the queries in open worship, both aloud and in writing. And I could see how people were getting to know each other better and reflect on what is unique about New Garden Friends Meeting over lunch. Many thanks to everyone who helped to organize and facilitate the gathering. I…

Religious Education / March 21, 2023

Dear Friends, Happy Spring! Spring is my favorite season, followed very closely by Fall. For me, these transitional seasons are full of beauty, hope, and excitement for what is to come (even as I continue to wake up to temps in the 20’s and wonder when I can really start to get things started in the garden). This season of transition at New Garden Friends Meeting is affecting me similarly. Some days I am simply…

First Day at New Garden Friends Meeting / March 26, 2023

Un-programmed Meeting for Worship / 9:00 a.m. Semi-Programmed Meeting for Worship / 11:00 a.m. • Worshipful Music: Andy Mock • Welcome: Ashley Wilcox • Announcements: Karen Garraputa • Congregational Hymn: • Reading: Ezekiel 37:1-14 • Special Music: • Message: You Shall Live, Ashley Wilcox • Silent Worship • Holding in the Light Friends are also welcome to join the service online either through Facebook Live (view only) http://www.facebook.com/NewGardenFriendsMeeting or on Zoom.