Brotherhood Class / April 29
9:45 – 10:45 a.m. Brotherhood Room This week’s topic is, “Following Christ’s Example.”
Intergenerational / April 29
9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Friendship Hall Barbara Leland will lead a discussion on Restorative Justice Practices. The U.S. justice system is oriented toward punishment, which is reactive justice. Punishment does not teach the responsible person, nor heal the affected person. Restorative Justice Practices is a paradigm shift, a philosophy implemented in many cultures and in many school systems. Restorative Justice Practices gives voice to both the responsible person and the affected person. It focuses…
Ukelele News / April 26
The Peace and Love Ukestra will be playing in the memory care unit of Brighton Gardens of Greensboro on Thursday, April 26 at 3 p.m.
Now Hiring / Young Friends Coordinator & Leaders
The Young Friends Committee is in the process of hiring a Young Friends Coordinator and Young Friends Leaders for the fall of 2018. Those interested in applying for a position should send a letter of interest to Elia Mavronikolas, [email protected] .
Spring Fun Night / May 12
Norvell Hall, 5 – 8 p.m. Mark your calendars for Spring Fun Night. Friends are encouraged to bring a game and join us for food, fun, and fellowship!
Doing Our Work 3: The Future of Race in America / April 17
7 – 8:30 p.m. at New Garden Friends Meeting. Addressing Racial Inequity Head-On Towards Organizing for Justice; You are invited to a monthly series of workshops using visual media to focus on dialog, community-building and actions “standing up for racial justice”. “The Future of Race in America,” (Michelle Alexander, Tedtalk). – A program of the Guilford Anti-Racism Alliance (GARA) – White Caucus Questions: [email protected]
Make Your Voice Heard / Before April 19
Quaker House wants you to make your voice heard before April 19, 2018. The United States government wants the opinion of the American people about the selective service. All opinions are welcome. Go to www.inspire2serve.gov; click on “share your thoughts” tab at the top. Or mail your comment to: National Commission Military, National & Public Service Attn: RFI COMMENT–Docket 05-2018-01 2530 Crystal Drive, Suite 10000, Room 1029 Arlington, VA 22202
Brotherhood Class / April 22
9:45 – 10:45 a.m. Brotherhood Room This week’s topic is, “The Hands and Feet of Jesus.”
Intergenerational / April 22
(9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Friendship Hall Our theme April 22nd is “Earth Day.” Intergenerational First Day School is an opportunity for Friends of all ages and abilities to explore Quaker history and values and Bible stories together. It is our mission to build relationships across ages and perspectives through discussion, play, arts and crafts, stories, and service projects. We believe that a diverse offering of First Day School programs help us warmly welcome all people…
“Gazing Prayer” Bus Tour / April 21
Join Rev. Donald McCoy of Raleigh’s Crossroads UMC invites Friendship Community Partnership to join in a prayerful bus tour of Greensboro. Meet him at RCRUMC on Guilford College Road at 9:30 a.m. The group will catch a City bus at shelter nearby, and ride to the Depot downtown. Rev. McCoy will guide us in riding different buses for a tour of selected areas of the city you may never have seen before. Riders will offer…