Coping With Covid / February 10, 2022

Community, Covid-19, News

Case positively (the number of positive tests of all the test results reported not including in-home tests) is currently down to 19.3 %,  still  a  high percentage, and the number of COVID hospitalizations remains  high , though down by about 25% from the  January omicron peak. Since the death rate lags behind cases and hospitalizations it is unfortunately high now.  Although the omicron variant is seemingly less severe, particularly in fully vaccinated individuals, the astounding number of cases…

Upcoming Adult Forums / February 13 & 20, 2022

News, Religious Education, Social Concerns

9:30 a.m-10:30 a.m. / Forum meets on Zoom: Check your email for a Zoom link, or contact [email protected] to receive a link. We look forward to seeing you online. Friends Committee on National Legislation – Legislative Priorities Discussion – Dot Mason and Lizzie Biddle Legislative Priorities Since the early days of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), God’s spirit has led Friends to be a prophetic witness and to take action in the world. Friends are called to…

Semi-Programmed Meeting for Worship / February 13, 2022

First Day, Worship

Due to predicted cold weather on Sunday, Meeting for Worship will be held on-line only. 11:00 a.m. / Please join our Facebook live stream here or our interactive Zoom session. A link for Zoom will be sent by email, or it can be requested from the Office through Friday. We look forward to seeing you online. Reading: Mark 7:24-30 Title: The Dogs at the Door / Ashley Wilcox Meeting for Worship livestream: Facebook Live: http://www.facebook.com/NewGardenFriendsMeeting Meeting for Worship on…

Unprogrammed Meeting for Worship / February 13, 2022

First Day, Worship

9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. / Those attending unprogrammed meetings for worship on Sundays are welcome to use Friendship Hall. Please follow the guidance below; Stay home if you have any symptoms of illness. Meet outdoors, if feasible, regardless of group size; please bring your own chairs. Reserve meeting room(s) in advance by calling the NGFM office at (336) 292-5487 or emailing [email protected] ; note the capacity of room(s) you will be using and do not exceed…

Refugee Support Update / February 10, 2022

Community, News, Social Concerns, Volunteer

Needs: Microwaves, blenders/juicers, pressure cookers (simple “old school” not instant pots.), framed mirrors, area rugs, vacuum cleaners, Irons/ironing boards, mattresses & box springs (no kings), twin sheet sets (high need), twin & full bedspreads, blankets & mattress pads all sizes, televisions (later models, cords/remotes), laptop computers (can be refurbished), Clocks (wall-type for kitchens/dens and bedside table), dish drainers, cutting boards, cooking utensils (good knives, ladles, can-openers, trash cans and shower curtains and shower rods, small–medium…

Semi-Programmed Meeting for Worship / February 6, 2022

First Day, Worship

11:00 a.m. / Please join our Facebook live stream here or our interactive Zoom session. A link for Zoom will be sent by email, or it can be requested from the Office through Friday. We look forward to seeing you online. Reading: “Blessing In The Chaos” by Jan Richardson Title: Sorrow and Solace Meeting for Worship livestream: Facebook Live: http://www.facebook.com/NewGardenFriendsMeeting Meeting for Worship on Zoom: Check your email for a Zoom link, or contact offic[email protected] to receive a link. Prepared messages are…

Coping with COVID / February 1, 2022

Community, Covid-19, News

Case positively (the number of positive tests of all the test results reported not including in-home tests) is currently 26.9 %,  still an alarming percentage, and the number of COVID hospitalizations remains extremely high.  Although the omicron variant is seemingly less severe, particularly in fully vaccinated individuals, the astounding number of cases diagnosed  in January (with a small percentage still getting very ill) has filled up the hospitals and a high percentage of all ICU beds. We learned last…

Update from the Meeting on Ministry & Council / February 1, 2022

Ministry & Council, News

Current guidelines for gathering at New Garden Friends Meeting All group activities at NGFM are structured to be as inclusive and COVID-safe as possible.  Nevertheless, we urge all New Gardeners to be mindful of the update below from our COVID medical advisers. Please make decisions about gathering at NG and elsewhere based on your personal level of risk for serious COVID disease and the risks that your exposure to COVID could pose for members of…

Unprogrammed Meeting for Worship / February 6, 2022

First Day, Worship

9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. / Those attending unprogrammed meetings for worship on Sundays are welcome to use Friendship Hall. Please follow the guidance below; Stay home if you have any symptoms of illness. Meet outdoors, if feasible, regardless of group size; please bring your own chairs. Reserve meeting room(s) in advance by calling the NGFM office at (336) 292-5487 or emailing [email protected] ; note the capacity of room(s) you will be using and do not exceed maximum…