Notes from Pastor Ashley / March 29, 2023

Dear Friends, As I mentioned last week, I got to go to the Saturday session of the Friends World Committee for Consultation (FWCC) meeting for the Section of the Americas. It was a joy to see Friends from near and far, and I enjoyed Bill Eagles’ workshop on addressing conflict in meetings. I am grateful to everyone who helped organize this event, and I know that the Friends from colder climates enjoyed our spring weather!…

Transition Team Survey on Heritage Due April 3, 2023

Friends – this survey of demographics and queries is being sent to you by the Transition Team that is working to provide information to the eventual search committee for the next Pastoral Minister for New Garden Meeting. This form was personally distributed to those attending Programmed and Unprogrammed Meeting on March 19. It is also being made available through an on-line link for those who have not otherwise had the opportunity to complete these documents.…

Persimmon Grove 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament / April 15, 2023

We are seeking teams of 4 to play in the Inaugural 3 on 3 Tournament, “The Grove Classic” hosted by Persimmon Grove AMEC/YPD. This is a 1-day tournament open to ages 7-12, 13-17, 18-25 and 26+. Players must register in teams. (4 players to 1 team) and pay a registration fee to participate. The registration fee will include: team t-shirts and the chance to win a team trophy if you advance to the championship .…

Afghan Family News / March 29, 2023

Waseem Shahzad and Shahpeerai (Hena) Aimaq and their four children, with the help of New Garden Friends Meeting and others, are making a successful transfer from Afghanistan to Greensboro. With their capabilities this is really no surprise. Waseem Shahzad was a Telematics Manager for Taktaz Technologies. Hena was director of an international NGO in Kabul promoting women’s personal and professional rights and opportunities. Waseem has landed a job with Lenovo that makes use of his…

Antiracism Working Group Meeting / March 30, 2023

The NCFF (NC Fellowship of Friends) Antiracism Working Group will meet on Thursday, March 30 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom. Two guest speakers from the Friends Committee on North Carolina Legislation (FCNCL) will share with us about their Policy Committee and how FCNCL engages in antiracism work as part of their advocacy at the North Carolina legislature. Here is the link to their minute on racial justice and antiracism in case you would like to…

Religious Education / March 29, 2023

Dear Friends, It’s hard to believe that Easter is right around the corner. But it is! I hope you will all join us for our annual Easter Egg Hunt in the New Garden Friends Cemetery at the rise of Meeting for Worship (12 p.m.ish) on Easter Sunday (April 9th). Friends are invited to bring wrapped candy and small toys (think plastic egg size) to the Religious Education office next Sunday, April 2nd, for use as…

First Day at New Garden Friends Meeting / April 02, 2023

Unprogrammed Meeting for Worship / 9:00 a.m. Semi-Programmed Meeting for Worship / 11:00 a.m. • Worshipful Music: • Welcome: • Announcements: • Message: Wes Daniels • 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. Carry-In Meal / 12:00 p.m. Monthly Meeting for Business / 1:00 p.m.