June 2009
Articles
6
Building the Marriage Sanctuary
A pastoral counselor comments on the spirituality as well as the nitty-gritty of a loving relationship.
10
Early Quaker Families, 1650-1800
Gender equality surfaced in early Quaker marriage, family life, and meeting involvement.
13
The Nurture of Quaker Marriages
What is meant by “being married under the care of the meeting”?
17
Quaker Marriage: A Journey
He reflects on how a marriage changes over time.
18
One Marriage, Three Weddings
Three ceremonies led to a better understanding of the meaning of spiritual marriage.
20
Sexual Ethics: What Is Our Goal?
She warns that for young Friends, contemporary U.S. sexuality offers danger in the guise of freedom.
23
Homosexuality and the Bible: One Quaker’s Response to the Pope
Responding to anti-gay statement by Pope Benedict XVI, the author addresses Christian homophobia.
26
Differences along the Path towards Equal Marriage
Their marriage ceremony broke new ground.
28
Two Moms Are Better than One
A daughter’s unusual family gets strange looks, but she wouldn’t have it any other way.
29
Transitioning in the Light
A transgender person writes about her experience and that of her wife and children as well as the support of her meeting.
32
When My Meeting Had My Back
When her marriage ended in divorce, her meeting was there for her.
33
The Miracle of Death
A husband describes his relationship with his wife of 25 years and their last days together.
36
Divine Love in Action
She tells the poignant story of a same-sex couple’s marriage.
37
FGC’s Couple Enrichment Program
This innovative program evolved over several decades.
Departments
- Among Friends, Forum, Viewpoint, Books, Bulletin Board, Milestones, Classified
