Curious about Quakers ?

Quakers are a free-thinking faith organisation with a long tradition of challenging accepted norms, helping the disadvantaged and working for peace.

​Quakers seek to balance their inner and outer lives. We seek meaning and purpose by sitting in silence and stillness, waiting for promptings to guide our lives. For many, this leads to being actively involved in working to help others and change society for the benefit of all.

You might have heard of Quakers and are wondering;

  • Why do Quaker sit in silence?

  • What is a Quaker meeting?

  • What do Quakers believe?

  • What are Quaker values?

  • Why are Quakers committed to equality and peace?

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Every week there are online events where you can experience sitting in silence (Meeting for Worship), hear directly from Quakers about how Quakerism is part of their lives, learn more about aspects of The Quaker Way and join courses if you would like to know about aspects of Quakerism in more detail.

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If you are a Quaker Meeting and would like help with your outreach, promoting your activities or making it easier for people to find your Meeting, we are here to help.

About Quakers

  • Silence and Stillness

    Quakers value time spent in quiet reflection as an antidote to our busy lives and a way to find guidance.

  • Quaker Values

    Over the centuries, Quakers have been drawn to a set of core values which they use to guide how they lead their lives.

  • Finding Meaning and Purpose

    Quakers use a blend of spirituality and action to find meaning and purpose in their lives.

  • Quaker Community

    Quakers come together in person and online to connect with others who share a common spiritual practice and values.

  • Working for Peace

    Quakers work locally and internationally to promote peace over conflict and war.

  • Social Action

    Many Quakers find meaning a purpose in their lives by helping others and tackling social injustice.

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