The event took place in the worship room at Friends Center, bringing together worship leaders, city officials, healthcare workers, legal professionals, and community advocates. They joined together to address the impact of immigration enforcement on Philadelphia’s neighborhoods and communities. The event allowed attenders to learn what is happening and ways to take action. [Read more…] about One Philadelphia: A Community Meeting about Immigrant Rights & Concerns
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An Invitation from The Friends Ending Gun Violence Collaborative
Are you interested in an opportunity to learn how to join Quakers in PYM working to bring an end to gun violence? [Read more…] about An Invitation from The Friends Ending Gun Violence Collaborative
PYM Welcomes New Programs and Religious Life Director and Incoming Chief Financial Officer
Philadelphia Yearly Meeting celebrates Simone Gellizeau, who has served as Director of Programs and Religious Life since January (pictured left), and welcomes David Park as the incoming Chief Financial Officer (pictured right). We appreciate the expertise, knowledge, and care they bring to their roles and anticipate their continued contributions within Philadelphia Yearly Meeting.
Minute of Support to PYM for suit against DHS from Medford Monthly Meeting
PSJ Committee
Minute of Support to PYM for suit against DHS
Read at March 2, 2025 Business Meeting
“At the February 2, 2025 Meeting for Worship for Business, Medford Monthly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends approved the following support of Philadelphia Yearly Meeting (PYM) for the courage and conviction shown in joining New England Yearly Meeting, Baltimore Yearly Meeting, Adelphi and Richmond Monthly Meetings as plaintiffs in their lawsuit to block the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from its abrupt shift in policy that enables federal immigration enforcement officials to enter houses of worship for their immigration enforcement actions.
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Trenton Minute of Support for LGBTQIA Community
On the 3rd Month, 9th Day 2025, Trenton Monthly Meeting approved a Minute of Solidarity with the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex and Asexual (LGBTQIA) Community. A copy of the Minute is shown below. [Read more…] about Trenton Minute of Support for LGBTQIA Community
Minute of Support from Birmingham Friends
Approved by Birmingham Friends At Monthly Meeting for Business
March 2, 2025
Birmingham Monthly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends fully supports the Philadelphia Yearly Meeting and all other Yearly Meetings as plaintiffs in bringing a lawsuit to block the US Department of Homeland Security from allowing federal officials to enter houses of worship to enforce immigration enforcement actions. We agree that armed government agents monitoring or entering our place of worship is in opposition to our religious practices and beliefs. We believe that houses of worship are sacred spaces and that this kind of activity disrupts worship and instills fear. We fully endorse the position that the Court should declare unconstitutional the enforcement policy that has been issued by the Department of Homeland Security.
Spring Continuing Sessions Afternoon Activities at Six Locations
Throughout Spring Continuing Sessions, Friends from across the Philadelphia Yearly Meeting region gathered in person and over Zoom to worship, conduct business, and share meals before engaging in afternoon programs focused on welcome, belonging, and Quaker process. Friends of all ages participated, some attending for PYM business for the first time, while others joined from long-standing roles in their meetings. The afternoons offered space for reflection, creativity, and connection, with common themes emerging across locations: the importance of listening deeply, meeting people where they are, and intentionally creating spaces of belonging. [Read more…] about Spring Continuing Sessions Afternoon Activities at Six Locations
Young Friends Get Loud (and Stretchy!) in a Workshop on Navigating Disagreements
During Spring Continuing Sessions, at Arch Street Meeting House, Philadelphia Yearly Meeting’s Young Friends (grades 8–12) led an interactive, intergenerational workshop on navigating disagreement—using humor, movement, and thoughtful reflection. [Read more…] about Young Friends Get Loud (and Stretchy!) in a Workshop on Navigating Disagreements
Friends Counseling Service: A Source of Support in Difficult Times
The Friends Counseling Service (FCS) is a program of Philadelphia Yearly Meeting (PYM) that offers members and regular attenders professional counseling by licensed Quaker mental health professionals at a discounted rate. In times of stress and uncertainty, counseling can be a source of strength and support. [Read more…] about Friends Counseling Service: A Source of Support in Difficult Times
Quaker Families Continue To Build Community
Families from around Philadelphia Yearly Meeting gathered on February 22–23 at Camp Onas in Ottsville, PA, for PYM’s annual Winter Family Overnight! The weekend provided a chance for Quaker families to connect, build community, and step away from the busyness of everyday life. [Read more…] about Quaker Families Continue To Build Community
