As Fall begins, the Philadelphia Yearly Meeting community gathers again, with different opportunities to be together at Haverford Friends Meeting, Friends Center, Arch Street Meeting House, and online.
These opportunities invite Friends of every age and group, from families and Middle School Friends to whole committees, to gather in fellowship, discernment, and learning as a faith community, continuing connection through time spent as Members One of Another.
From October 10 – 12, Young Adult Friends will gather at Haverford Meeting for their Fall Retreat, spending time in worship and fellowship around the theme of navigating transitions. On October 12, Friends Center, continuing to celebrate its 50th Anniversary, partners with PYM for an afternoon workshop on how faith communities can be in accompaniment with immigrants. Led by New Sanctuary Movement of Philadelphia, this offering lifts up the call to solidarity, offering both testimony and practical ways to respond together. Also on October 12, Middle School Friends will meet online for their Welcome Gathering, Starting the school year by getting to know one another in ease.
The month concludes on October 25 at Arch Street Meeting House with the Climate Witness: Let Our Actions Speak! Thread Gathering, a day when children, youth, families, and adults come together for workshops, worship, and action for the Earth.
What is on you your meetings calendar? The PYM Community Calendar is for all events in our region under the care of any Quaker Meeting, organization, school, committee, collaborative, or other groups
Young Adult Friends Fall Retreat: Navigating Transitions
Friday, October 10 – Sunday, October 12 | Haverford Friends Meeting
Young Adult Friends, (ages 18–35), are invited to a weekend of fellowship on the theme of navigating transitions. The retreat includes worship, meals, and small-group time, welcoming both long-time attenders and those joining for the first time.
Friends Center 50th Anniversary: How Faith Communities Can Support Immigrants
Sunday, October 12 | 3:00–5:00 p.m. | Friends Center, Philadelphia
Friends Center continues its 50th Anniversary with a workshop led by New Sanctuary Movement of Philadelphia. Participants will learn updates on immigrant justice work and explore how faith communities can accompany and support immigrant neighbors.
Middle School Friends Welcome Gathering
Sunday, October 12 | 6:00–8:00 p.m. | Online
Middle School Friends begin their year with games, introductions, and a chance to connect with the facilitators. This gathering offers space to build friendships and learn what’s planned for the program year.
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Climate Witness: Let Our Actions Speak! Thread Gathering
Saturday, October 25 | 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. | Arch Street Meeting House and online
Friends of all ages are called to gather for a day of climate witness. The program includes workshops, worship, and shared meals, along with a family meetup and the Young Friends October Gathering held as part of the day. Children, youth, and adults will each find space to learn and act together.
