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Calendar Highlights:                                              

  • Sunday, November 4, Strengthening Our Nonviolent Muscles, part two. 11:45 a.m. in Whittier Room
  • Saturday, November 10, Interim Meeting (PYM), 9:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. at Arch Street Meetinghouse 
  • November 11-15, Holding in the Light, Framing the Sacred photo workshop with Sharon Gunther
  • Sunday November 18, Community Thanksgiving Service at 5:00 p.m. at St. John Chrysostom Catholic Church
  • Sunday, November 18, Deadline for giving, Matching Fund Donation Campaign

See recent Jumble Sale Photos 

Newsletter, November, 2012  

Navigation links within the electronic Newsletter:

 

Queries on Spiritual Nurture, 

Ministry, and Religious Education     

Addressed to the Meeting:

  • Does our Meeting encourage the ministry of both word and deed? 

  • How does our Meeting recognize, develop, and nurture the gifts of our members and attenders of all ages? 

  • Does our Meeting prepare all its members and children for worship and for a way of life consistent with the principles of the Religious Society of Friends? 

  • How do we teach about Quaker practices in business and worship and their importance to the functioning of our Meeting community? 

  • In what ways do we support each other in order to seek God’s will and act upon our understanding of truth? 

  • Is there opportunity in our Meeting to share the excitement of religious discovery and the possibility of religious transformation? 

  • Does our Meeting provide opportunities for all in the Meeting to learn about:

  • the Inner Light, the living Christ within, the Bible,  the writings of Friends, our Christian heritage, other religious traditions and their respective roles in the history and formation of Friends’ principles?

  • the common Testimonies Friends declare?

  • the variety of expression Quaker faith takes today?

 Addressed to the individual:

  • Do I maintain as part of my personal and family life those daily practices that focus on continued spiritual growth, with disciplined worship, inward retirement and communion with the divine spirit? 

  • Do I frequently read the Bible and other religious literature, including the records of the lives and experiences of Friends? 

  • Do I take the time to explore these resources with others, and likewise encourage my children? 

  • Do I share my own faith and spiritual journey, and encourage such sharing within my family?

 

 from Faith and Practice of Philadelphia Yearly Meeting, 2002, pages 207 & 208

           

Draft Minutes of Swarthmore Monthly Meeting for Business  

held Sunday, October 14, 2012, (edited for the Web)  

The Meeting opened with a few moments of silent worship. Christine DeGrado, Clerk, presided. Several moments of light were mentioned: 1) Phyllis Raymond has ordered a new bench from Tidewater to be assembled and placed at the main entrance to Whittier House 2) Our attender, Paul Indorf, cooked the student breakfast recently 3) today one Swarthmore student commented on how she felt so much at home in the Meeting 4) the vocal ministry of some of our youngest children at the close of Meeting for Worship in which they related thoughts on pleasure and happiness which arose in the morning's earlier Intergenerational Meeting, were truly uplifting.

The Queries on Meeting for Business were read and contemplated, although no comments were voiced. It seemed that those present were indeed participating in Meeting for Business in a spirit of worship.

The Minutes of the September Monthly Meeting were perused and accepted.

Joanne Swanson, Director of the Nursery School, reported on the new school year. She has been with the School for 32 years. The School is near full enrollment with 75 children and a staff of 9 teachers. She explained the various class groups according to age, noted the small size of the groups which allows for more individual attention. The year begins with the theme of community within the School and develops into an understanding of the wider community. Various School activities such as collecting coins for the Meeting's Feeding the Homeless project were noted. The School concurs with the Meeting on creating a closer relationship. She encouraged Meeting members to visit the School while classes are in session. No appointment is needed. On Sunday or at other times one might tour the classrooms to get a feel for the current project being worked on. There is usually information in the Meeting Newsletter on School activities, and the bulletin board in the upper hall, opposite the kitchen, publicizes School activities. Barbara Burger-Lenz spoke on behalf of the Meeting thanking the School for giving up classroom space each year in the week prior to the Jumble Sale. She encouraged families of SFNS students to come by the Meetinghouse during Jumble week to see how the space is transformed and to see our Meeting community in action. Joanne explained that she and the other teachers frequently have to remind the parents not to come during that week because the school is not in session.  John McKinstry, who teaches at Westtown, noted that a number of his students had attended Swarthmore Friends Nursery School and were most appreciative of their experience at SFNS. John’s son Luke also attended the School when he was young.  Meeting member and School Board member, Gary King, thanked the Meeting for its support of the School.  Joanne was encouraged to put the Coins for a Cause jar out during Fellowship hours.  It was also suggested that brochures and/or a poster about SFNS would be welcome in the lunch area during the Jumble Sale.

Barbara Casini reported for Budget and Finance Committee: Contributions are running somewhat behind compared to previous years, this perhaps owing to the change to a new fiscal year in July. Members are encouraged to contribute on a regular (monthly, quarterly for example) basis. This can be done via credit card or in other ways. An Appeal Letter will go out next month.

Susan Edwards reported for Worship and Ministry Committee: some benches in the Meetinghouse have been moved to encourage more intimacy at Meeting for Worship. Members and attenders are encouraged to sit on the facing benches too. The first session of the Religious Education programs on conflict resolution went well. Two others will take place soon.

John McKinstry reported for Care and Counsel Committee: John spoke on how applying for membership can seem somewhat intimidating to some. The Committee is striving to make the process more informal and friendly. He explained that the Committee has been encouraging new ways of thinking about application for membership:  Those who express interest in membership and others whom the Committee approaches are asked if they would like to talk with people from Care and Counsel about membership.  This new, more personalized procedure has yielded immediate fruit.  There have been several applications for membership: 1) Richard Schiffer, for whom Catherine King and Margery Lauber will be the Committee of Clearness 2) Jon Alexander and Susan Dyson, for whom John McKinstry, Mary Lou Parker and Phyllis Raymond will be the Committee of Clearness 3) Kathy Florentz .  Clearness committees to be announced.  Upon hearing of this new procedure, Barbara and Lilith BurgerLenz also expressed interest in joining.

Our long-time member Erica Muhlenberg has requested transfer to Kendel Meeting near where she has been living for some years in retirement. Approved. A Letter of Transfer will be sent expressing the Meeting's gratitude for her time here and her many accomplishments. John also noted the feeling expressed in the recent Clerks and Officers Meeting that an effort be made to send copies of the Newsletter via e-mail, thus making distribution quicker and more efficient and saving money as well. Those members and attenders wishing this should contact the Office, [email protected]  A notice will be posted in upcoming newsletters. Most of those in attendance at the Business Meeting signed up to receive the newsletter by email.  Anyone who wishes or needs to receive a paper copy of the Newsletter will do so.  Care and Counsel Committee and Budget and Finance Committee are working on delicate wording on how to ask for help in defraying the costs of paper newsletters.

 Michael Malone and Barbara Grove reported on the wedding of Barbara's daughter, Amy, to William Kolb which took place September 29, 2012,  under the care of the Meeting at the Kolb home in Doylestown. The ceremony was performed in the manner of Friends. Not only two individuals but the two families look forward to a long and happy relationship.

Barbara Burger-Lentz reported for Jumble Sale Committee: The improvements made to the basement (dungeon) with the College's help have proven effective. No more water damage and the space more open, allowing for more storage. Preparations are on schedule and going smoothly.  Barbara thanked the Meeting community for sustained effort in making the Jumble Sale successful.

Jinny Schiffer reported for First Day School Committee:  Intergenerational Worship will continue the second Sunday of the month at 9:00 a.m. The Committee has decided to focus on an age-appropriate book to be discussed by kindergarteners and first grades while their teacher Joanna Sibbett is recovering after her recent hospital stay. A First Day School student and adult will be stationed near the entrance to help direct children to their classroom and to Faith and Play on those special days.  The idea of a FDS student helping as a greeter was warmly accepted by all present.

Lilith Burger-Lentz appealed to the Meeting for its full support of PYM's Young Friends group. The need for budget cuts by PYM in recent years has put some programs in jeopardy. With the full support of Monthly Meetings, not necessarily financial, the value of these programs will be recognized. Rich Schiffer spoke on the importance of these programs in developing an appreciation for Quaker values at an early age. The Meeting agreed to lend its full support to the PYM Young Friends.  They will be using our facilities in December.

Nancy Saunders reported for the Outreach Initiative Working Group: The group met recently and decided to work on web-site development. Also, 40 lime-green T shirts have been purchased which can be worn by those working at the Jumble Sale and which display the message “Ask me about Quaker Meeting.”

Susan Larson spoke on the upcoming Quarterly Meeting which will be held at Swarthmore January 27, 2013. Volunteers are needed to prepare food. Speaking also for Peace and Social Concerns Committee, she distributed flyers on the 2012 Matching Fund Donation Campaign. November 18 is the deadline.

Andrea Knox said that Keith Calmes and his student, Dean Maiola, would like to come again in the spring to give another benefit concert on April 20. Approved.  It was suggested that Keith submit suggestions for the beneficiary of the concert to the winnowing process used by P&SC.

Young Adult Friends request use of Whittier House January 4-6, 2013 for their retreat. Approved.

The idea of a fundraising committee was again discussed and will be on our agenda next month.  Christine DeGrado reported that Barbara Grove has investigated Yearly Meeting grants available for upkeep of Meeting properties. Unfortunately, these grants apply only to Meetinghouses and do not apply to Whittier House.  Ideas for creative fundraising are welcome.  As we are a religious institution, we face different challenges than do other institutions, such as those that sponsor fundraising walks.  We will have to offer something to those from whom we seek donations.

A few moments of silent worship followed and the Meeting adjourned.

Please check the Addendum to e-newsletter Minutes for names of those present.

Submitted by Leslie Keighton, Recorder

 

General Swarthmore Meeting Announcements

Strengthening Our (Nonviolent) Muscles

When: Sunday, November 4, at 11:45 a.m. in Whittier Room. 

At our first forum of this three part series, a group of lively and engaged Friends gathered in small groups to consider these two questions:  “Why do we tend to avoid conflict?” and “What gets in the way of our responding fruitfully?"

Many responses were provided to these questions, including:  “We avoid conflict because we don’t know how to address it in a productive way,”  "We avoid conflict because we are afraid of making the situation worse,”  “We experience a range of emotions when confronted with difficult interactions, including self-criticism, judging others, loss of trust and not wanting to rock the boat,"  “There's a tension between wanting to reflect before jumping in and a belief in speaking our truth right as things happen,” and "People tend to assume we all agree, so those with minority opinions may either stay quiet and unheard, or they may even leave the community."

The second forum of this series, “Building on the Strengths We Have,” will consider the questions “Where do we as a Meeting have good conflict resolution abilities; and what could we do better?” Come join the Worship and Ministry Committee team for another interesting and lively experience!  Sunday, November 4, 11:45 a.m., Whittier Room.

 

Jumble Sale is Coming!

When: Jumble Sale, Saturday, October 27, 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Thoughts on Jumble

This time of year I and my 1993 Toyota know its likely route; up Hillborn, a right on Walnut and a left on Elm.  And because it is this time of year – not just Jumble, but fall in Pennsylvania – the most beautiful sight greets me and carries me all the way to our Meetinghouse.   Tall beautiful trees bursting with reds and gold. 

I often wondered why we Jumble in the fall but I sure am glad we do.  All around the Meetinghouse the crucial week before  – when we all spend so much time there – God gives us a little treat – the most beautiful surroundings enhanced by the most beautiful fall colors.

Every evening next week, as I drive up to campus to greet the amazing volunteer force working on Jumble I cannot help but be giddy about the world.  Beautiful sights and beautiful people!

Come join us – Tuesday, October 23rd – Saturday, October 27th. 

 

 

Notes

Saturday, October 20

11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. – special drop off, only need one or two helpers

 

Please contact the Meeting Office or Barbara if you can help

JUMBLE Drop Off

Sunday, Oct. 21

Noon- 4:00 p.m.

 

Everyone welcome – no notice required.

SORTING, Carrying, & Pricing

Evenings Tuesday – Friday (5:30-10:30 p.m.)

 

Everyone welcome – lots of snacks (Pizza Tuesday night, TJs hors d'oeuvres Wednesday)

Mornings & afternoons: Wednesday-Friday

(10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.)

 

By arrangement with Department heads – Mary Titus will be in the Office until 3:30 p.m., after 3:30 p.m. various possible arrangements can be made if access is required.

JUMBLE –Saturday Oct. 27 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. (prep, sell, cleanup – all opportunities are available)

 

 

          Submitted by Barbara BurgerLentz , Clerk of Jumble Sale Committee

Jumble Sign at Swarthmore Train Station: In keeping with our Jumble goals, the sign is recycled every year.  Only the date is changed.

 

To Do List this Fall:

  1. Pick a pumpkin

  2. See what Jumble I can bring to Meeting

  3. Drink some cider

  4. Ask a neighbor if they have any jumble to donate

  5. Rake leaves

  6. Write Jumble Sale dates on my calendar

  7. Carve a Jack-o-lantern

  8. Bake something for the Jumble Sale

  9. Eat a spiced wafer

  10. Spend one night sorting before the Jumble Sale

  11. Get candy for the trick-or-treaters

  12. Bring a friend to the Jumble Sale

 

Community Thanksgiving Service  

Sunday November 18 at 5:00 p.m. at St. John Chrysostom Catholic Church, 617 S. Providence Road , Wallingford , PA ,  sponsored by SWIM and Fr. Ed Hallinan.

George Alexander has agreed to lead our own Meeting Singers in a Quaker song/hymn at the service.    Please contact George for rehearsal dates and time.     We will also learn a hymn that all singers from all choirs will sing together.  Everyone is invited to attend the service.

 

A Busy Fall at Swarthmore Friends Nursery School

Things are buzzing at Swarthmore Friends Nursery School this month.  The children are preparing food to share at the school feast, making turkeys from various media and, as always, singing lots of songs.

At our staff meeting in October, the teachers discussed how we bring the Friends’ principle of community into our curriculums, classrooms and school.  For many of our students, coming to our program is their first independent foray into being part of a community.  As teachers, we must help the children understand that treating others kindly, listening to others’ words, sharing and having empathy are all important parts of living in community.  Learning to recognize others’ separate existence, needs and feelings is a new developmental stage for many of our three year olds.  With intentionality, we create opportunities to serve our neighbors such as our food and coin collections for Cooking for the Homeless or other charitable programs.  In our curriculum, we highlight how each of us brings important contributions to others in our schools, families, or other groups, and we try to teach appreciation for the gifts that other people in our various communities share with us.  We will share some of our discussion with our parents so they are aware of this specific educational goal of the school.  Our annual Poinsettia Sale starts late this month as well.  Order forms will be on the facing benches or are available in the nursery school office.  The plants range in price and size by the number of blooms and are locally grown.  We’ve been very happy with the quality of these flowers.  They will be available for pick-up in early December.  We’ll be certain to let you know the specific dates as soon as they have been determined.

Changes to the Newsletter Are Coming  

The Meeting is under the weight of the time, expense, paper and labor that goes into sending out paper copies of the newsletter.  We are aware of and grateful for the connection the newsletter maintains with all of our members and attenders, both near and far.  Nonetheless, given that almost all of our members have computer access, and given that going paperless would be consistent with our testimony on stewardship, the Meeting approved sending its newsletter out entirely by email, as well as continuing its present practice of having it available on its website.  We are aware that there are some in our Meeting who need to continue receiving a paper copy, and if you are one of them, please let us know. For everyone else who receives a copy of our paper newsletter, please let Mary Titus, our Meeting Secretary, know your e-mail address.  We hope that those who wish to continue receiving the newsletter please consider an additional donation to help defray the costs, but only if you are able.

Submitted by the Care and Counsel Committee

 

Jumble Is Coming, Saturday, October 27!

Jumble sorting can be fun .....There's something to do for everyone.

If you're a novice, don't be shy ....Come on in and give it a try

You can price, or sort, or clean .....Be a part of the Jumble team!

 

Matching Fund Donation Campaign of 2012

The Peace and Social Concerns Committee Discretionary Fund Working Group invites you to participate in Swarthmore Friends Meeting’s Matching Fund donation campaign. Members and attenders in the Meeting who donate to any of the organizations below will have their donations matched by the Meeting’s Discretionary Fund, up to a maximum of $300 per organization. Watch for our table after Meeting on October 14.  You may hear about these organizations after Meeting on October 28.

 There are three ways to donate through this campaign:

  1. Write one check payable to “Swarthmore Friends Meeting,” and indicate below, on a form, how much you wish to donate to each organization. 

  2. Write checks out to the organizations to which you wish to donate, and indicate the amounts on the form. Bring or mail the checks and this form to a working group member or the Meeting Office

  3. Mail a donation directly to any of these organizations, and complete this form to let the working group know, so we can match your donation.

Please be sure to submit donations to the working group or to the Meeting Office by Nov. 18, 2012. The selections are listed below: 

______       Nonviolent  Peaceforce is working in partnership with local groups in conflict areas, currently in the Philippines , South Sudan and the Republic of Georgia . The Nonviolent Peaceforce applies proven nonviolent strategies to protect human rights, deter violence and help create space for local people there to negotiate peace.  It is an international nongovernmental organization which has had significant Quaker involvement in its foundation and leadership. www.nonviolentpeaceforce.org/

______      Protecting our Waters’ mission is to protect the rivers of Pennsylvania . It has led successful initiatives to defend our river basins from the environmental destruction of fracking.  This grassroots organization is based in Philadelphia .  It supports citizens in organizing to fight threats to drinking water, public health and the environment http://protectingourwaters.wordpress.com/about/

______     The Tibetan Association of Philadelphia works to preserve the Tibetan culture, language and religion in Philadelphia .  They work for justice for the people of Tibet .  Committed to non-violence, they promote the Dalai Lama’s message of love, compassion and kindness http://phillytibetans.com/

 For more information, contact Susan Larson through the Meeting Office, [email protected]

Don't Forget the Jumble Sale!  October 27

Jovial, jazzy Jumblers

Join jostling Jokers

In the jungle of jars and jewels.

Thank You Corner

Thanks to:

  • Swarthmore College , who filled in the old window well outside Whittier House door; rainwater had been seeping through the window well into the basement;

  • The Cheung and Costa Baker families, who cook a delicious hot breakfast for our college students every Sunday when classes are in session;

  • And to others who serve the Meeting in silent and unacknowledged ways

 

"Holding in the Light, Framing the Sacred" at Pendle Hill  

On November 11 - 15, 2012, Sunday through Thursday, Meeting member Sharon Gunther welcomes us to come be with a small group of 10 people and participate in her favorite week of the year! "Holding in the Light, Framing the Sacred," a Digital Photography short course, http://www.pendlehill.org/workshops/fall-2012/741-holding-in-the-light-framing-the-sacred-a-digital-photography-short-course

 Please share this information and opportunity with someone you may know who this is just right for.

 

Meet the Hendry-Henderson Family

Swarthmore Monthly Meeting warmly welcomes the Hendry-Henderson family, to membership in our community. We have all enjoyed watching Noah's development into a three year old, now joined by baby brother, William, born in September.

 Heather and David expressed thoughtful reasons for seeking membership, including resonance with Quaker testimonies and having a spiritual community.

David was born in Wynnewood , PA , Heather in the Northwest Territory of Canada. They moved here from Cambridge , MA . Heather has her own business as a paper conservator of documents, maps and prints. David is an engineer for a company connected with the work of ophthalmologists. He previously worked in the alternative energy field.

Both parents are interested in activities of the Meeting such as the Jumble Sale, Peace and Social Concerns Committee, Cooking for the Homeless, and the House and Property Committee. We so much appreciate their presence and participation.

 

Jumble Is Coming, Saturday, October 27!

Get your Jumble, get your Junk ......Don't let your basement get you in a funk

We are ready, it is true ......To take your jumble away from you.

Bring your items to the Meetinghouse ......Go on - get down there, don't sit on the couch!

 

Wider News from Friends

Philadelphia Yearly Meeting  (PYM) News

 To view PYM News in its entirety, go to www.pym.org. for a complete list of activities.

1. Growth Dilemma Project Working Group Meeting, Tuesday November 13, 7:00 p.m. at Friends Center , Philadelphia , PA. This Growth Dilemma Project Meeting will focus discussion on the impact of our economy’s demand for growth on Quaker Testimonies of Simplicity, Peace, Integrity, Community, Equality and Stewardship.  Friends will thresh the issues and conflicts we confront in our lives and communities in our quest for a just and sustainable future. We will weigh our priorities for upcoming activities.  For more information see http://www.pym.org/committee/growth-dilemma-project-gdp-pym

 2. FCNL Annual Meeting, November 15-18 at the Washington Plaza Hotel, Washington DC . FCNL's first Quaker Public Policy Institute on Thursday, November 15 focuses on the crucial decisions to be made during the 112th Congress that offer unique opportunities to reduce military spending and lift up the urgent need to reduce U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. Then join Friends around our country to hear how the recent elections will impact FCNL's work for peace, justice and an Earth restored.  Friends will decide FCNL's legislative priorities for the 113th Congress, hear from Young Adult Friend Program Assistants and find inspiration in FCNL's remarkable witness on the Hill. For more information, see http://fcnl.org/events/annual_meeting/am12/ 

 3. Young Friends Christmas Gathering, December 27-30, (6:00 pm Thursday to noon Sunday) at Swarthmore Friends Meeting, Swarthmore PA.  Topics will include Sexuality and Relationships, being in relationships and being in community.  For Young Friends entering 9th through college age.  Let's talk about ... relationships, romance, infatuation, attraction, love, respect, lust, truth, myths, media hype, peer pressure, limits, boundaries, harassment, exploitation, rape, gender roles, sexual identity, trans sexuality, homophobia, risk, vulnerability, responsibility, pregnancy, contraception, abortion, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, AIDS, emotional and spiritual health, double messages and double standards ... Let's talk about sex!  For more information see the http://www.pym.org/event/young-friends-christmas-retreat or contact Cookie Caldwell [email protected]

 4. Successful and Effective Committees: the Dynamics of Working Together, Saturday, November 3, 9:30 a.m. –3:30 p.m. at Abington Meeting.  As committee members discern what to do to accomplish goals and move forward, it helps to understand how best to use our very human impulses, even as we worship and work together. The more we understand the forces that affect how groups operate and how group dynamics affect decision making, the more successful our groups will be, and the sounder our decisions.  Joan Broadfield and Lynne Shivers will co-lead this workshop, sponsored by the PYM Nominating Committee.  For more information http://www.pym.org/effective-committees

  5. Junior Interim Meeting, Saturday, November 10, 2012, 9:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. at Arch Street Meetinghouse.  Quaker kids gather to pursue the PYM Children’s Priority as they discerned at Annual Sessions.  Fulfilling God’s Big Idea involves service, fun and community.  We’re headed to the SHARE Food Program this month to help bag food for families who don’t have enough.  All children in 1st-5th grade are invited to participate.  Also, all children in 6th-8th grades are invited to participate and help as Junior Friendly Presences.  For more information, contact Ben Camp, Children's Religious Life Program Coordinator at [email protected]

  6. Interim Meeting, Saturday, November 10, 2012, 9:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. at Arch Street Meetinghouse.  While the children are holding Junior Interim Meeting, the adults have their own meeting!  All Interim Meeting Representatives and others who are interested in the life of our yearly meeting are invited to attend.  Gathering begins at 9:00 a.m.; Worship and Meeting for Business begin at 9:30 am.  Parking is available at the Arch Street Meetinghouse.  For more information, check the Interim Meeting page on the PYM website http://www.pym.org/interim-meeting where the agenda and advance documents are usually available one week in advance of Interim Meeting.

  7. Tuition Aid Applications for Friends Children in Friends Schools Applications are available beginning in November. Please see the website http://www.friendseducationfund.org/  Families should begin the application process in November. Please complete the forms and ensure that your Meeting signs them. Questions: Christie Duncan-Tessmer, Associate Secretary for Program and Religious Life, [email protected] 

Upcoming Programs at Pendle Hill

Pendle Hill, a Quaker study, retreat, and conference center in Wallingford, Pennsylvania, offers programs throughout the year on Quaker faith and practice.  For more information visit www.pendlehill.org  or call ext. 3 at (610) 566-4507 or (800) 742-3150.

Listed below are a few of Pendle Hill’s upcoming events. Please view the entire program at www.pendlehill.org

  • November 1-4, Playing in the Light, Godly Play®/Faith and Play training for Quakers.  A three-day with Michael Gibson and Melinda Wenner Bradley.

  • November 11-15, Holding in the Light, Framing the Sacred, a digital photography short course with Swarthmore Meeting’s member, Sharon Gunther  

  • November 16-18, Clerking, Serving the Community with Joy and Confidence, with Arthur Larrabee

  • November 23-25, Five Spiritual Principles, with George Owen

 

November, Calendar, 2012

Date Time Event
Thursday, November 1 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Quakers on Campus in Meetinghouse
7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Care and Counsel Committee in Meeting Office
Saturday, November 3 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. Peace and Social Concerns Committee in Meeting Office
12:30 to 4:00 p.m. Chester Children's Chorus in Rushmore Room
Sunday, November 4 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Worship and Ministry Committee in Meeting Office
9:30 to 10: 00 a.m. Student Breakfast in Rushmore Room*
9:30 to 10:00 a.m. Hymn singing in Meetinghouse*  
 

10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

Meeting for Worship in Meetinghouse*    

10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Faith and Play in Whittier House
10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Childcare in upstairs Whittier House*
 

11:15 to 11:45 a.m.

Library Committee in Library

11:15 to 11:45 a.m. Fellowship Time in Rushmore Room*
11:45 to 1:00 p.m. Adult Religious Education in Whittier Room, Strengthening Our Nonviolent Muscles, part two
3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Whittier Knittiers in Meeting Office
Thursday, November 8 9:30 a.m. to noon Library Committee Workday in Library
7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Quakers on Campus in Meetinghouse
Saturday, November 10 12:30 to 4:00 p.m. Chester Children's Chorus in Rushmore Room
7:30 to 11:00 p.m. Royal Scottish Country Dancers in Rushmore Room
Sunday, November 11 Similar Sunday Schedule as above*
9:00 to 9:30 a.m. Intergenerational Worship Sharing in Whittier Room
11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Meeting for Business in Whittier Room
4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Voice Masters Class in Whittier Room
Tuesday, November 13 noon Deadline for November newsletter
Thursday, November 15 9:30 a.m. to noon Newsletter Folding Party in Whittier Room
Saturday, November 17 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Cooking for the Homeless, Whittier House
12:30 to 4:00 p.m. Chester Children's Chorus in Rushmore Room
7:30 to 11:00 p.m. Royal Scottish Country Dancers in Rushmore Room
Sunday, November 18 Similar Sunday Schedule* 
10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Faith and Play in Whittier House
11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Potluck Brunch in Rushmore Room hosted by Library and Personnel Committees
5:00 to 6:00 p.m.  Community Thanksgiving Service at Saint John Chrysostum Church, Wallingford
Sunday, November 25 Similar Sunday Schedule* 
Monday, November 26 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Budget and Finance Committee, TBA

 

Swarthmore Monthly Meeting

  • Christine DeGrado, Clerk of the Meeting;

  • Leslie Keighton, Recording Clerk;

  • Stephen Weimar, Treasurer;

  • Susan Edwards, Clerk of Worship & Ministry Committee;

  • John McKinstry, Clerk of Care and Counsel Committee;

  • Mary Titus, Meeting Secretary 

  • Meeting telephone and voice mail: 610-328-8699 

  • Meeting e-mail address: [email protected] 

  • Web: http://swarthmore.quaker.org 

  • Office hours: Tuesday through Friday: 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.