Challenging Racism / January 18, 2023

My husband invited me to go to a play with him this Thursday night, and I’m excited about it! The play, “Nice White Parents 2016” sounds like a possible help for me as I often find myself struggling between good intention vs actual impact. I could wait until next week and give you a review, but since it will be in Greensboro for such a limited time, I thought I would give you the “heads-up”…

Quaker Cupboard Seeking Food & Hygiene Donations for Guilford College Students / January 18, 2023

Hi friends, this update comes from Jack and Quinn Finnegan in relation to our efforts to help those experiencing food shortage at Guilford College. Through our Quaker cupboard program we are asking for donations of items such as Ramen, pasta and sauce, nut butter, dried fruits, pop tarts, Gatorade, tortillas, chips, KIND bars, alternative shelf stable milks, other non perishable food items and hygiene products. There is a collection box on a table in the…

News from Religious Education / January 18, 2023

Next FIrst Day Join us in Fellowship Hall on January 22nd at 4 p.m. for Intergenerational First Day School. In recognition of the many gifts that Marcy Maury shared in her 25 years as a First Day School teacher and beyond, Karen Garraputa will share a Faith and Play story about each person’s unique gifts. Join us for the story, and bring your own carry out containers for a lovingly prepared, vegetarian friendly, take away…

First Day at New Garden Friends Meeting / January 22, 2023

9:45 a.m. Unprogrammed Meeting for Worship 9:45 – 10:45 a.m. Adult Forum (Zoom) 9:45 – 10:45 a.m. Spiritual Disciplines (Zoom) 11 a.m. Semi-Programmed Meeting for Worship* • Worshipful Music: • Welcome: Ashley Wilcox • Announcements: Karen Garraputa • Congregational Hymn: • Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 • Special Music: • Message: Knit Together, Ashley Wilcox • Silent Worship • Holding in the Light *Meeting for Worship livestream: Facebook Live: http://www.facebook.com/NewGardenFriendsMeeting 4:00 p.m. Intergenerational First Day School…

Blankets for New Arrivals Institute / January 12, 2023

New Arrivals Institute needs new or gently used blankets for their clients. The Peace and Social Concerns Committee will be holding a blanket drive beginning immediately through the middle of March. Collected blankets will be delivered each week so that those in need will not have to wait until the end of the drive to receive them. There will be a bin in the connector for your contribution. Thanks, in advance, for this warm welcome!

2023 Black Quaker Lives Matter Film Festival & Forum / February – April 2023

The American Friends Service Committee & The BlackQuaker Project Present: The 2023 Black Quaker Lives Matter Film Festival & Forum Screening & Discussion Every Other Saturday / 4 February 2023 to 8 April 2023, 1 PM Eastern Time. The BlackQuaker Project (BQP) is proud to announce the 2023 Black Quaker Lives Matter Film Festival & Forum, a groundbreaking exploration of Black Friends who made a difference throughout both USA and world history. This year’s festival-forum…

30 Day Vegan Pledge / February – March 2022

As a long time attender at NGFM I would like to invite F/friends to a 30 Day Vegan Pledge my organization is hosting Feb-Mar, 2023. It is in person at Scuppernong Independent Book Store, 304 S Elm St, Greensboro 27401. Register using the QR code below or on the bulletin board. You can also go to GoVeganWithUs.org The meeting dates are: • Saturday, 2/4/23 10.00-12.00 • Saturday, 2/11, 10.00-12.00 • Saturday, 2/25 10.00-12.00 • Saturday,…

Notes from Pastor Ashley / January 12, 2023

Dear Friends, This has been a hard week for many people in our community. We are grieving the loss of Marcy Maury, a beloved member of New Garden Friends Meeting. As I said in my message on Sunday, grief takes many forms. It’s okay to feel numb, or angry, or sad, or all three. Please reach out if you need additional pastoral care during this time. A lovely memorial service was held Wednesday, January 11th…