National Council of Churches

National Council of Churches Update

Written on: May 21, 2026

Philadelphia Yearly Meeting is a member of the National Council of Churches (NCC), a coalition of faith communities that works together on issues that affect people facing hardship. Through this affiliation, Philadelphia Yearly Meeting stays connected with other churches and shared efforts that reach beyond our region. [Read more…] about National Council of Churches Update

General Secretary Update on Meeting Visits and a Call to Peace

Written on: April 2, 2026

Since starting as General Secretary of Philadelphia Yearly Meeting in November, I have been blessed to visit many Friends meetings around Philadelphia Yearly Meeting to worship and to listen to how the Spirit is moving among us. And I have more visits coming up!

PYM Friends and Affiliates Participating in Food Distribution | UPDATED 12.19.2025

Written on: December 19, 2025

UPDATED 12.19.2025

Different Quaker meetings, organizations, and affiliates in our region are gathering food pantry items this season.

If your meeting is collecting food or donations for a local pantry, please let PYM staff know so we can share your meeting’s work with the wider community. Friends can post this information on PYM Connect or email communications@pym.org.

Faith Letter to Secretary Rubio on USAID and Foreign Aid

Written on: February 20, 2025

This letter, signed by Philadelphia Yearly Meeting and other faith groups across the country, asks Secretary of State Marco Rubio to bring back foreign aid programs, restart USAID, and reopen refugee resettlement. It shares concern that cutting these programs hurts people in need, damages U.S. leadership, and makes the world less safe.

Dear Secretary Rubio,

Congratulations on your confirmation as Secretary of State. This position comes with profound responsibilities, as you represent the United States to the rest of the world and are the highest-ranking member of the Presidential cabinet. Your efforts are especially important in an increasingly connected and interdependent world.