Bury St.Edmunds Quakers
@bsequakers.bsky.social
St.Johns Street, IP331SJ. Friendly local Quaker meeting. We meet on Sundays at 1030 for one hour (also online) Tuesdays at 1pm for 30 mins, and on Wednesday at 730pm for 30 minutes (online only).
https://suffolkquakers.org.uk/bury-st-edmunds/
https://suffolkquakers.org.uk/bury-st-edmunds/
We now get up to 14 Friends at our mid week meeting. A few years ago we sometimes had one or two. The increase demonstrates an increased demand for worship in these uncertain times. Join us at 1 to 1.30pm at the Friends Meeting House, St.Johns Street, Bury St.Edmunds, IP331SJ.
February 9, 2026 at 8:34 PM
We now get up to 14 Friends at our mid week meeting. A few years ago we sometimes had one or two. The increase demonstrates an increased demand for worship in these uncertain times. Join us at 1 to 1.30pm at the Friends Meeting House, St.Johns Street, Bury St.Edmunds, IP331SJ.
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The arms trade is a root cause of human suffering, facilitating deadly conflict and the suppression of human rights around the world.
Quakers joined other peace campaigners in two days of protest to draw attention to the SDSC-UK arms fair hosted by Birmingham's NEC.
Video credit: Zoe Broughton
Quakers joined other peace campaigners in two days of protest to draw attention to the SDSC-UK arms fair hosted by Birmingham's NEC.
Video credit: Zoe Broughton
February 5, 2026 at 5:08 PM
The arms trade is a root cause of human suffering, facilitating deadly conflict and the suppression of human rights around the world.
Quakers joined other peace campaigners in two days of protest to draw attention to the SDSC-UK arms fair hosted by Birmingham's NEC.
Video credit: Zoe Broughton
Quakers joined other peace campaigners in two days of protest to draw attention to the SDSC-UK arms fair hosted by Birmingham's NEC.
Video credit: Zoe Broughton
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"What does love require of us in these particular circumstances?"
Thank you @rhiannonbookgeek.bsky.social
www.quaker.org.uk/blog/is-your...
Thank you @rhiannonbookgeek.bsky.social
www.quaker.org.uk/blog/is-your...
Is your Christmas simple, radical, spiritual?
Rhiannon Grant reflects on how Quaker traditions and testimony influence how she marks the festive season.
www.quaker.org.uk
December 11, 2025 at 8:07 PM
"What does love require of us in these particular circumstances?"
Thank you @rhiannonbookgeek.bsky.social
www.quaker.org.uk/blog/is-your...
Thank you @rhiannonbookgeek.bsky.social
www.quaker.org.uk/blog/is-your...
Please join Amnesty International for Write for Rights. Join us to sign cards and letters and to find out more about how you can support Human Rights Defenders. At St.Edmundsbury Cathedral, 10-2pm, Saturday 13th December.
December 12, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Please join Amnesty International for Write for Rights. Join us to sign cards and letters and to find out more about how you can support Human Rights Defenders. At St.Edmundsbury Cathedral, 10-2pm, Saturday 13th December.
Very moving period of silent reflection including the laying of our white poppy wreath at Bury St.Edmunds war memorial. “Working for Peace requires us to remember with integrity”.
November 9, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Very moving period of silent reflection including the laying of our white poppy wreath at Bury St.Edmunds war memorial. “Working for Peace requires us to remember with integrity”.
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We are very pleased to be hosting @everycasualty.bsky.social on Sunday as part of Alternative Remembrance Sunday events. Their 'Virtual Cenotaph', projected onto Friends House from 5pm, will remember 100 lives lost to war in 2024. It will be a powerful, moving memorial quaker.org.uk/events/the-v...
The Virtual Cenotaph - a light projection onto Friends House
At 5pm on 9 November, join us and Every Casualty Counts for their projection of a 'Virtual Cenotaph' onto Friends House, memorialising 100 civilians and soldiers killed in war in 2024.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:13 PM
We are very pleased to be hosting @everycasualty.bsky.social on Sunday as part of Alternative Remembrance Sunday events. Their 'Virtual Cenotaph', projected onto Friends House from 5pm, will remember 100 lives lost to war in 2024. It will be a powerful, moving memorial quaker.org.uk/events/the-v...
Just a reminder: Join Bury St Edmunds Quakers at the Angel Hill War Memorial on Sunday 9 November at 2.30pm for a short act of remembrance to honour all victims of war and reflect on the need for peace. All very welcome.
November 8, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Just a reminder: Join Bury St Edmunds Quakers at the Angel Hill War Memorial on Sunday 9 November at 2.30pm for a short act of remembrance to honour all victims of war and reflect on the need for peace. All very welcome.
Join Bury St Edmunds Quakers at the Angel Hill War Memorial on Sunday 9 November at 2.30pm for a short act of remembrance to honour all victims of war and reflect on the need for peace. All very welcome.
November 5, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Join Bury St Edmunds Quakers at the Angel Hill War Memorial on Sunday 9 November at 2.30pm for a short act of remembrance to honour all victims of war and reflect on the need for peace. All very welcome.
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My book, 'The Quaker Faith: Friends of Love and Truth' will be published by T&T Clark (Bloomsbury) next week, on Thursday 30th October.
The Quaker Faith
In this accessible introduction to the Quaker tradition, Stuart Masters traces the roots of the Quaker way in 17th-century English Puritanism and founder George…
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October 23, 2025 at 3:10 PM
My book, 'The Quaker Faith: Friends of Love and Truth' will be published by T&T Clark (Bloomsbury) next week, on Thursday 30th October.
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How can Quaker communities move beyond racial harm toward racial justice—naming patterns like conflict avoidance, denial, and performativity?
A new resource co-authored by FCNL's Lauren Brownlee:
buff.ly/ulD29A9
A new resource co-authored by FCNL's Lauren Brownlee:
buff.ly/ulD29A9
October 19, 2025 at 2:19 PM
How can Quaker communities move beyond racial harm toward racial justice—naming patterns like conflict avoidance, denial, and performativity?
A new resource co-authored by FCNL's Lauren Brownlee:
buff.ly/ulD29A9
A new resource co-authored by FCNL's Lauren Brownlee:
buff.ly/ulD29A9
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Join our spiritual mindfulness sessions on Fridays at 11.45 am in the Edmund Room.
October 17, 2025 at 6:55 AM
Join our spiritual mindfulness sessions on Fridays at 11.45 am in the Edmund Room.
White poppies are now available in our meeting house, and also at the St.Johns Community Cafe, IP33 1SJ.
www.ppu.org.uk
www.ppu.org.uk
October 17, 2025 at 11:11 AM
White poppies are now available in our meeting house, and also at the St.Johns Community Cafe, IP33 1SJ.
www.ppu.org.uk
www.ppu.org.uk
A very moving video from Beyond Conflict, the global mental health charity for survivors of war, terrorism and displacement. Beyond Conflict believes that the mental health of every person matters. The charity aims to heal minds, change lives and restore hope.
youtu.be/Qe7EkrfBlVQ
youtu.be/Qe7EkrfBlVQ
Echoes of Hope
YouTube video by Beyond Conflict Podcast
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October 17, 2025 at 10:56 AM
A very moving video from Beyond Conflict, the global mental health charity for survivors of war, terrorism and displacement. Beyond Conflict believes that the mental health of every person matters. The charity aims to heal minds, change lives and restore hope.
youtu.be/Qe7EkrfBlVQ
youtu.be/Qe7EkrfBlVQ
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All of our humanity is dependent upon recognizing the humanity in others.
October 17, 2025 at 8:01 AM
All of our humanity is dependent upon recognizing the humanity in others.
Quite a few people engaged with us at our stall outside the Meeting House last Saturday as part of Quaker Week. We also held our monthly Silent Witness for Climate Justice (first Saturday of every month, 10am Angel Hill). Find out more about Quakers at www.quaker.org.uk
October 7, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Quite a few people engaged with us at our stall outside the Meeting House last Saturday as part of Quaker Week. We also held our monthly Silent Witness for Climate Justice (first Saturday of every month, 10am Angel Hill). Find out more about Quakers at www.quaker.org.uk
We recently visited Glenthorne Guest House and Conference Centre in beautiful Grasmere. Run as a Quaker Charity but open to all. Glenthorne is a place where you would not feel alone if you come on your own. Very special atmosphere & stunning walks right from the door. 2026 programme now!
October 7, 2025 at 3:22 PM
We recently visited Glenthorne Guest House and Conference Centre in beautiful Grasmere. Run as a Quaker Charity but open to all. Glenthorne is a place where you would not feel alone if you come on your own. Very special atmosphere & stunning walks right from the door. 2026 programme now!
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Think how often injustice is related to inconsistency. Inconsistency has too often been the cradle of injustice and sociopathic behavior. So to speak of consistent compassion is to affirm the importance of a reliable and steady love for others, regardless of their station in life.
Philip Gulley
Philip Gulley
October 7, 2025 at 8:26 AM
Think how often injustice is related to inconsistency. Inconsistency has too often been the cradle of injustice and sociopathic behavior. So to speak of consistent compassion is to affirm the importance of a reliable and steady love for others, regardless of their station in life.
Philip Gulley
Philip Gulley
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On October 7th, we hold in our hearts all those whose lives have been lost and those who are still suffering, and pray for a just peace.
A prayer for 7 October
Find out about Quakers and how our faith translates into action.
www.quaker.org.uk
October 7, 2025 at 10:41 AM
On October 7th, we hold in our hearts all those whose lives have been lost and those who are still suffering, and pray for a just peace.
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Online talk in Feb and new free short course
* Prof. Hilary Cremin (Cambridge U Education Fac)
* New FREE OpenLearn short course 'Principles and Practice of Peace Education', an OU/Quakers in Britain collaboration - aimed at schools and educators
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-do-edu...?
* Prof. Hilary Cremin (Cambridge U Education Fac)
* New FREE OpenLearn short course 'Principles and Practice of Peace Education', an OU/Quakers in Britain collaboration - aimed at schools and educators
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-do-edu...?
How do educators build a culture of peace?
Prof Hilary Cremin,Head of the Faculty of Education at Cambridge University,joins us to mark the launch of the new Peace Education Course
www.eventbrite.co.uk
December 18, 2024 at 4:36 PM
Online talk in Feb and new free short course
* Prof. Hilary Cremin (Cambridge U Education Fac)
* New FREE OpenLearn short course 'Principles and Practice of Peace Education', an OU/Quakers in Britain collaboration - aimed at schools and educators
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-do-edu...?
* Prof. Hilary Cremin (Cambridge U Education Fac)
* New FREE OpenLearn short course 'Principles and Practice of Peace Education', an OU/Quakers in Britain collaboration - aimed at schools and educators
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-do-edu...?
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The theme of Quaker Week this year is Love Your Neighbour.
Listen to this beautiful episode of the BBC’s Daily Service, delivered by @timquaker.bsky.social – a Quaker and general secretary of @globalquakers.bsky.social – which reflects on the meaning and importance of loving your neighbour.
Listen to this beautiful episode of the BBC’s Daily Service, delivered by @timquaker.bsky.social – a Quaker and general secretary of @globalquakers.bsky.social – which reflects on the meaning and importance of loving your neighbour.
Daily Service - Love your neighbour - The Greatest Commandment - BBC Sounds
Christian worship with a Bible reading, prayer and music led by Tim Gee.
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October 3, 2025 at 1:19 PM
The theme of Quaker Week this year is Love Your Neighbour.
Listen to this beautiful episode of the BBC’s Daily Service, delivered by @timquaker.bsky.social – a Quaker and general secretary of @globalquakers.bsky.social – which reflects on the meaning and importance of loving your neighbour.
Listen to this beautiful episode of the BBC’s Daily Service, delivered by @timquaker.bsky.social – a Quaker and general secretary of @globalquakers.bsky.social – which reflects on the meaning and importance of loving your neighbour.
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Violence is never right. Killing is never right. Targeting people because of who they are is never right.
We give thanks for all those, from all backgrounds, who have come together to oppose hatred and promote living together peacefully. It is vital that we all continue to do so.
We give thanks for all those, from all backgrounds, who have come together to oppose hatred and promote living together peacefully. It is vital that we all continue to do so.
Quaker statement in response to Manchester synagogue attacks on Yom Kippur
We offer our love, support and solidarity with the Jewish community, in Manchester and beyond, following the horrifying antisemitic attack on a Manchester synagogue on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in t...
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October 2, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Violence is never right. Killing is never right. Targeting people because of who they are is never right.
We give thanks for all those, from all backgrounds, who have come together to oppose hatred and promote living together peacefully. It is vital that we all continue to do so.
We give thanks for all those, from all backgrounds, who have come together to oppose hatred and promote living together peacefully. It is vital that we all continue to do so.
Find out more about Bury St.Edmunds during Quaker Week at our stall outside the Meeting House, St.Johns Street, IP33 1SJ 10-2 on Sunday, October 4th. All are very welcome. We are very F/friendly! For more information on Quaker Week nationally: www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
September 28, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Find out more about Bury St.Edmunds during Quaker Week at our stall outside the Meeting House, St.Johns Street, IP33 1SJ 10-2 on Sunday, October 4th. All are very welcome. We are very F/friendly! For more information on Quaker Week nationally: www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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As tensions rise and divisions deepen across the UK and beyond, Quakers are inviting everyone to pause, reflect, and act on one simple but radical idea: Love Your Neighbour.
Find out more about Quaker Week and this year’s theme: www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Find out more about Quaker Week and this year’s theme: www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Quaker Week 2025: Love Your Neighbour - a call for compassion in a divided world
As tensions rise and divisions deepen across the UK and beyond, Quakers are inviting everyone to pause, reflect, and act on one simple but radical idea: Love Your Neighbour.
www.quaker.org.uk
September 23, 2025 at 3:15 PM
As tensions rise and divisions deepen across the UK and beyond, Quakers are inviting everyone to pause, reflect, and act on one simple but radical idea: Love Your Neighbour.
Find out more about Quaker Week and this year’s theme: www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Find out more about Quaker Week and this year’s theme: www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Saturday, 27th Sept marks the 200 anniversary of the of the Stockton & Darlington railway. Quakers played a major part in the development of railways. One reason for this involvement was the exclusion of Quakers from the professions hence the interest in business.
September 26, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Saturday, 27th Sept marks the 200 anniversary of the of the Stockton & Darlington railway. Quakers played a major part in the development of railways. One reason for this involvement was the exclusion of Quakers from the professions hence the interest in business.
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I liked this, from Quakers in Britain Recording Clerk, Paul Parker, considering 'Who is my neighbour'?
“Living among these neighbours, and loving them all, is inextricably tied up with my faith. Through my relationships with my neighbours, I come to understanding something of the divine which is in us all.”
Paul Parker reflects on having neighbours and being a neighbour.
Paul Parker reflects on having neighbours and being a neighbour.
Loving your neighbour
Quaker perspective on loving your neighbour
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September 23, 2025 at 9:22 PM
I liked this, from Quakers in Britain Recording Clerk, Paul Parker, considering 'Who is my neighbour'?