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October 2012: Wall Street, Main Street, and Meetinghouse Road

October 2012The articles in this special issue of Friends Journal tackle the perplexity of Friends’ relationships with money on many levels. Merry Stanford writes of coming to an understanding of the spiritual power of philanthropy in her life. In a piece that is sure to generate discussion, John Coleman shares a bracing critique of the failings that led Philadelphia Yearly Meeting to a financial near-death experience. Chiyo Moriuchi and Norval Reece–both of them successes in business–give positive examples of how spiritual strength can engender financial success and how the fruits of ethical business (money and knowledge) can be used to strength and revitalize our spiritual communities.
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Economic Justice 101

An AFSC organizer breaks down ways we can support economic justice. Rick Wilson

Witnessing to Wall Street

Quaker investment balances accountability with fairness. Jeffery W. Perkins

The Man Who Quit Money: Interview with Book Club Author

Over a decade ago, a man named Daniel Suelo decided to live without money. He had wrestled under its tyranny…

Reviewed by Jana Llewellyn and Mark Sundeen

Doing Good and Doing Well

Friends can make a difference by getting more involved with business. Chiyo Moriuchi

Six Steps for Investing with Integrity

Socially responsible investors can use these practical tips. Pamela Haines

Web Exclusive: Why Do We Tip?

Why do we tip people who hand us our coffee and muffins, but ignore those who are hungry? Jana Llewellyn

Online Forum: Pacifism and Peace

One of the most important testimonies of the Quaker faith is peace. In times of war, Quakers have a long… Discussion moderator: Jana@FJ

More Money, More Problems

Or so the saying goes. In our next Friends Journal book club installment, we’ll talk about the effect of money…

Reviewed by Jana Llewellyn

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