Welcome to the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) in Australia
Query of the week, 15 June 2021
A long-term relationship brings tensions as well as fulfilment. If your relationship with your partner is under strain, seek help in understanding the other's point of view and in exploring your own feelings, which may be powerful and destructive. Consider the wishes and feelings of any children involved, and remember their enduring need for love and security. Seek God's guidance. If you undergo the distress of separation or divorce, try to maintain some compassionate communication so that arrangements can be made with the minimum of bitterness.
- Australian Advices and Queries 27 (Click on the 'Query of the week' text above to view the image.)
**Quick links**
Yearly Meeting 2021 website (you will need to login to access this page)
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**About us*
This website is a resource for members and attenders of Australia Yearly Meeting, as well as for those wishing to learn more about Quakers in Australia. If you are new to Quakers and want to know more about our basic beliefs visit our Enquirers site.
The Religious Society of Friends is commonly referred to as Quakers. It consists of the members of the Society and many others who worship with us and are involved with us. Quakers believe that everyone has a direct connection with God, which some call the 'inner light' or ‘Spirit'. Each Quaker seeks their own path with the support of the group. We try to clarify our beliefs by careful consideration, listening to the Spirit within us, listening to others and reading the wisdom of others. Although our origins are Christian we are open to many ideas. We are committed to working for equality and peace and believe firmly in religious tolerance.
Our newest video: Why Am I a Quaker? focuses on being Quaker and through interviews with five Australian Friends, considers what Quaker community means to them. It is available on our Quakers Australia YouTube channel.
All are welcome to join us.
**Quakers and COVID-19**
During COVID-19, most Friends around Australia have been meeting online. As restrictions ease in some places, some Friends are now meeting in person. This sometimes changes from week to week. You can find more information about how Friends are currently meeting (for worship, for singing, for poetry, for walking, etc.) by visiting the relevant Regional Meeting page and contact the Clerk to find out what's happening in your region.
**Online Meetings for Worship**
To find the details for nation-wide and international Meetings for Worship, visit the Meetings for Worship page.
Image: Walls of Jerusalem National Park, Tasmania, Emily Chapman-Searle
