Early on you will see a woman pause in silence. That is a common way for Quakers to begin a gathering. It is a reminder to bring to center yourself and listen to that of God around you. It is a shortened version of what we do in a #Quaker meeting for worship.
War is not the answer. This is a rallying cry for Quakers, who are part of a historic peace church. While many Quakers are pacifists, not all are. It's not a requirement. But it is one of our central testimonies to the world. We should always strive to create the conditions for peace and remove the impetus for war.
Below is a recording from FCNL, a Quaker lobbying group, on the crisis in Israel and Palestine.
"On Oct. 25, we gathered as a community in grief and action. Watch the recording for insights into what is happening in Israel-Palestine, the response from U.S. lawmakers, and what we can do as advocates to respond."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfpZtktPnvM
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