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October 2023
Opening of Loving Earth exhibition at St John’s, Waterloo
The timing and other details of this event are to be confirmed. m The exhibition will run till 26th November . All welcome. Please see St John's website for further details: https://stjohnswaterloo.org/arts/
Find out more »“Be We Whole” Artists’ Talk and Reception
This event is on 24th October 2023. The Be We Whole exhibit is a meaningful prayer of the Joined Hands Artists Collective. It is an affirmation of our collective existence as together we strive toward wholeness. Be We Whole represents an inclusivity that is the sum of all our intersections, rendering creative dialogue, acceptance, compassion, peace, and love. Our title also connects with Ferron Foisy’s song, “Testimony,” which includes the refrain: But by my life be I spirit And by…
Find out more »Finding the Hidden World of Early Quakers
Join Isabella Rosner, Erica Canela and Ben Pink Dandelion for a day event at Witney Masonic Centre which examines the world and lives of early Quakers and includes an exclusive viewing of an exhibition of early Quaker schoolgirl needlework. This day event, limited to 20 places, examines the world and lives of early Quakers and is centred on an exclusive private viewing of an exhibition of early Quaker schoolgirl needlework. The focus of the exhibit looks at stitching beyond the…
Find out more »Breathe meditation with music, poetry and meditation at the Loving Earth exhibition in Waterloo
Part of the Exploring spirit series in the Old Crypt at St John's with the Loving Earth exhibition For details and Bookings, see: Breathe meditation with music, poetry and meditation at the Loving Earth exhibition in Waterloo
Find out more »Mark Vernon: The World in a Grain of Sand
"To see a World in a Grain of Sand. And a Heaven in a Wild Flower, Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand And Eternity in an hour." This event is part of the Exploring Spirit Season at St John's. Mark Vernon is a psychotherapist and writer, with a keen interest in ancient philosophy, as well as the illumination of inner life. His writing covers subjects from friendship and beliefs, to wellbeing and living in the modern world. He’s…
Find out more »November 2023
Space for Silence at St Johns Waterloo, with the Loving Earth exhibition
Come and go as you like. In the candlelit crypt you can meditate -- or just breathe -- as you choose. There’ll be resources for those who wish to use them, and chairs and bean bags . If you prefer to lie down you may want to bring a yoga mat. The crypt will be open from 5.45 playing quiet music for those who wish to enter the peaceful space sooner and prepare for the silence which will begin at…
Find out more »Breathe: Taizé chanting at St John’s Waterloo
A chance to learn and sing some of the beautiful chants from the ecumenical (Christian) Taizé community in France in a short, contemplative service, in the context of the Old Crypt at St John’s amidst 100 Loving Earth textile art panels reminding us of things, people and places we love, and inspiring us to care for them. Register here
Find out more »Mindful meditation at St John’s Waterloo
Mindful meditation: a led meditation guiding your mind and spirit towards openness and peace. No religious content. This session, part of the Exploring Spirit: Breathe sessions at St John's will be held amidst the exhibition of 100 Loving Earth panels. What does the silence have to offer you? Reserve your space here
Find out more »Stopping Climate Change: Policies for Real Zero – book launch with Paul Ekins
Paul Ekins, Professor of Resources and Environmental Policy at University College London will launch his latest book, Stopping Climate Change: Policies for Real Zero . Paul will introduce the book and invite questions and discussion . Come early to explore the Loving Earth exhibition: textile art panels about things we love that are threatened by environmental breakdown, and what we can do about it. in the Friends House corridors and enjoy tea in the Quaker Centre before the book launch. The Quaker Centre…
Find out more »December 2023
Loving Earth Saturday at Friends House
A special Saturday opening of the Quaker Centre so you can see the Loving Earth textile art exhibition, browse and buy in the bookshop, and savour food and Friendship at the Seed Café there. A Meeting for worship will also be held at 11.30 in the worship space, followed by a chance to share reflections from noon. Book in advance for one or both of the two workshops: Climate Fresk at 10 am (a sociable and engaging way to consolidate…
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