Recap on Session 1 and the readings for Session 2

The first session on Quaker History met today.  One thought we had during the session is that there is a tension between the charismatic, dynamic activism of the first generation of Friends and the quiet, well organized nature of Friends who founded successful institutions and businesses.  I believe that the tension between responsive activists who follow spiritual leadings and the competent, organizationally-oriented people is often present in many modern Friends meetings today.  Is there is similar tension in our school community between spiritual innovation and centered grounded-ness?

We will meet again in a month.  Here are the readings for the next session:

Chapter 3 18th Century

Chapter 4 19th Century

There are some additional readings if you are interested.  The first includes some excerpts from John Woolman’s Journal.

john-woolmans-journal

The second reading is from Margaret Hope Bacon’s book called The Mothers of Feminism.

antislavery-and-womens-rights

What questions or comments did the first set of readings raise in your mind?  Feel free to post a response to this blog post and feel free to respond to others.  I will send another doodle poll to find the best date for the next meeting.

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