Viewpoint Archives - Friends Journal

Ann Lee Was Never a Quaker: Here’s the Evidence

Five reasons why Wikipedia is wrong. Tim Gee

A Hope for Peace and Security in Israel–Palestine

Reflection in the hope of presenting a long view of the current tragedy of two peoples. Malcolm Bell

Concerns Regarding the Joint Statement on Genocide

Finding a path to Spirit-led forgiveness, healing, and reconciliation. Don Badgley

The Sweet Benefits of Pruning

When my wife and I purchased our home in Elkins Park, Pa., she was pleased to discover a mature pear… Ralph Lelii

Who Will Reopen the Underground Railroad?

Searching for today's abolitionists. Gabbreell James

Hold Yourself in the Light

We must daily submit ourselves to the work of the Light. Dave Leverett

Love Your Neighbor Is a Call to Action

Jesus said we will know his true followers by their fruit. Tim Gee

Zen Faith

Understanding Quaker continuing revelation and freedom from dogma. John Hickey

A Quaker Attends a Gun Show

Seeking a process of peace. Robert Fonow

Man standing on Cliff

On the Use of Despair

Despair, like any emotion, must be felt, acknowledged, given room to crescendo, and only then pointed toward action. Amanda Franklin

Faith and Still Practicing

Balancing deep worship with announcements. Carl Magruder

What Can We Do Now?

Even when it seems hopeless, persistence often pays off—sometimes when least expected, and sometimes in surprising ways. Arden Buck

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