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Aaron J Levitt replied to Jess Easter's discussion 'Can one be Quaker and Jewish?' in the group Liberal Quakers
I'm about as weighty as helium, but it seems to me the question is can you be a convinced Friend and a new convert to Judaism, and that you're the only person who can answer it.
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David Carl commented on Jess Easter's blog post 'Letting my Inner Light guide me through Perceptions'
I can relate to this, Jess.
Letting my Inner Light guide me through Perceptions
Ever since I began exploring Quakerism, I have noticed that my perception of G-d has transformed from a somewhat predictable and all-powerful view of G-d to a more pervasive and subtle one. In other words, I had expected a Moses-like encounter rather than an Elijah one. I had placed limitations on G-d by expecting Her to only show Her Presence in a loud, powerful, and biblically “predictable” fashion. Now, however, I am learning to recognize the “still small voice” within myself and without…See More
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Jess Easter commented on James C Schultz's blog post 'The Real Thing'
This post was incredibly inspiring for me and I thank you, James.
I would have to agree with Brian on his difficulty embracing the idea of atonement through Jesus Christ. I not only would not feel comfortable worshiping that g-d but it also…
marv ostberg commented on Jess Easter's blog post 'My Quaker relationship with G-d'
Thank you. I am back after an absense. While I am not a Quaker, I am also not a not a Quaker. By that I mean that I have been seeking what I call intersections of fundamental values to be found in other faiths or non-faith…
Paula Deming commented on Jess Easter's blog post 'My Quaker relationship with G-d'
Good morning, Jess,
Everything you say resonates with me.
I embraced the term "Convergent Friend" the moment I read Robin Mohr's definition, which included the following sentence:
To me, being a Quaker means being wholly engaged in…
My Quaker relationship with G-d
When people ask me what made me consider Quakerism two years ago, I tell them that I followed G-d to the Meetinghouse near my home in nothern Illinois. And with that straightforward response, people nod and smile appreciatively. Of course, the complete story is significantly more complicated than “G-d told me to”. I have since tried to think of a more visual way to illustrate just how complex my journey with G-d has been. Consider this:Imagine yourself sitting in a massive room alone. You’re…See More
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Byron Sandford replied to Jess Easter's discussion 'Can one be Quaker and Jewish?' in the group Liberal Quakers
If we believe that there is that of God in everyone, then all from any faith tradition could be a Quaker. Being touched by the divine is deeper than your accident of birth but is a reflection of your spiritual journey. As a start of our…
H. Wayne Williams replied to Jess Easter's discussion 'Can one be Quaker and Jewish?' in the group Liberal Quakers
This is a very thoughtful response, Steven. For me, there is no polytheistic reality. And although I would fight for your right to claim there is, for me, there is only One God in that meetingroom, and it is the God of Abraham, and Jacob, and…
H. Wayne Williams replied to Jess Easter's discussion 'Can one be Quaker and Jewish?' in the group Liberal Quakers
Speakin' my mind, Tom!
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Nikolas Southwell replied to Jess Easter's discussion 'Can one be Quaker and Jewish?' in the group Liberal Quakers
I totaly disagree that as you put it
"Both traditional Judaism and traditional Quakerism have their own gods and they aren't the same. So I guess the question comes down to, do you have a relationship with God and if so, who is that…
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Letting my Inner Light guide me through Perceptions
Ever since I began exploring Quakerism, I have noticed that my perception of G-d has transformed from a somewhat predictable and all-powerful view of G-d to a more pervasive and subtle one. In other words, I had expected a Moses-like encounter rather than an Elijah one. I had placed limitations on G-d by expecting Her to only show Her Presence in a loud, powerful, and biblically “predictable” fashion. Now, however, I am learning to recognize the “still small voice” within myself and without…
ContinuePosted on 8th mo. 13, 2011 at 6:32pm — 1 Comment
My Quaker relationship with G-d
When people ask me what made me consider Quakerism two years ago, I tell them that I followed G-d to the Meetinghouse near my home in nothern Illinois. And with that straightforward response, people nod and smile appreciatively. Of course, the complete story is significantly more complicated than “G-d told me to”. I have since tried to think of a more visual way to illustrate just how complex my journey with G-d has been. Consider this:
Imagine yourself sitting in a massive room…
ContinuePosted on 5th mo. 5, 2011 at 10:33pm — 2 Comments
My Quaker Relationship with Jesus
I remember my summer at Pendle Hill vividly. I remember the beautiful scenery and the even more beautiful people. I remember when I first really felt in the Presence of G-d. It was a wonderful time in my spiritual life and I enjoyed every minute of it.
However, I have noticed that with every beautifully intense spiritual moment of growth I experience, I am also deeply deeply disturbed at the very core of my being. While I was at Pendle Hill, I was disturbed by the…
ContinuePosted on 3rd mo. 15, 2011 at 10:02am — 2 Comments
Going Plain as a Young Adult Friend
Before I dive into the details of my new experience/experiment, I will start by stating the facts:
1. I was not raised in a Quaker household.
2. Unfortunately, due to my busy schedule and mobile lifestyle, I do not belong to a Meeting.
3. I wasn't fully immersed into a Quaker culture until last summer in the YALD program and...
4. Even while I was immersed in such a beautiful culture and considered myself a Friend, I feared that my experience of the Divine would be limited… Continue
1. I was not raised in a Quaker household.
2. Unfortunately, due to my busy schedule and mobile lifestyle, I do not belong to a Meeting.
3. I wasn't fully immersed into a Quaker culture until last summer in the YALD program and...
4. Even while I was immersed in such a beautiful culture and considered myself a Friend, I feared that my experience of the Divine would be limited… Continue
Posted on 5th mo. 4, 2010 at 11:57pm — 5 Comments
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Daily Bible Reading: Deuteronomy 28 and Galatians 6
Deuteronomy 28 – If you obey the voice of God by observing the law, you will prosper. Disobedience will bring destruction (28:45). The big word in this chapter, as in others, is if or “provided” or “so long as.” This is the great condition that hangs over the redemption people. The word does not disappear under the new covenant either as we sometimes like to think. “You are my friends if you do as I command you.” (John 15:14). The convincing power of the gospel is not in its syllogistic…See More
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Hello Evangelical Friends. I have just de-listed from the Liberal Quakers. I pray that they still know me. But I pray that I will know you.
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Where ministry meets livelihood
Listen to this post: http://www.turtleboxstories.com/audio/whereministrymeets.mp3 Yesterday was sandwiched between a traditional Bible study and a new women's group on astrology and archetypes. Could I have chosen anything more different? One is an ongoing study of Luke that my mother initiated in December with, mostly, retired women. I felt called to join because when else might I have the chance to do a Bible study…See More
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