Rochester Quakers, Kent, UK

04/12/2024

21/11/2024

A few of us from Rochester Quakers attended an interfaith pilgrimage around Gravesend last Saturday. It started by the beacon on Windmill Hill where some Pagans led a blessing. We then walked down to the Spiritualist church to hear about their beliefs. The next port of call was a Hindu temple in the town centre where we were welcomed with a talk and a snack. The Mosque was next where we heard about Islam and verses from the Holy Koran were chanted; again there was food! We finished at the grand Gurdwara (the largest in Europe) where we had a tour and yet more food.

It was so lovely to have conversations with others from different faiths and feel a connection with them, although our paths may be different.

17/08/2024

We're at Medway Pride! Come and say hi, or sit under our shady gazebo! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ "Belonging is more than fitting in."

19/06/2024

Twenty Quakers from Rochester local meeting gathered for a day discussing spirituality. It was led by David and Rosemary Brown from the Kindlers. Participants said: they enjoyed using pictures and objects to promote discussion, getting to know one another at a deeper level and the opportunity to talk

24/05/2024

Many groups and organisations hire our Meeting House in Rochester. Every Thursday morning is the cooperative ‘Country Markets’. Do drop in if you are passing by 🌺

06/12/2023

This is quite long, but shows a Quaker approach to Peacemaking

The struggle for peace starts well before conflict arises – with small acts of tolerance and compassion

01/10/2023

25/09/2023

08/09/2023

7th September

BREAKING: Multiple Quakers arrested while worshipping in silence outside huge DSEI arms fair at the ExCel Centre. We believe God is in everyone. Killing or maiming people is not morally justifiable, nor is the trade in arms. We uphold those arrested during a peaceful religious service, honouring those affected by weapons of war.

11/07/2023

These photos were taken in Fenny Drayton, where George Fox was born. I (John) nominated him for a plaque. I was born near Fenny Drayton. The plaque is on the wall of the C of E church. The most underrated person in English history came from a hamlet near Leicester.