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Posts by Quaker Advices and Queries

(Sorry, I broke the integration for this account a while ago and have been swamped with other things. Will try to get it fixed next week so we can go back to the couple-times-a-day A&Qs)

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And really, for me, that's the ballgame. Impossible, miraculous events occur every day because we all carry within us an inward teacher and at every moment we have opportunities to follow those promptings of love and truth to ends that I cannot imagine. I have felt and seen the evidence of this 3/x

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Be patterns, be examples in all countries, places, islands, nations, wherever you come, that your carriage and life may preach among all sorts of people, and to them; then you will come to walk cheerfully over the world, answering that of God in every one. BYM 19.32

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In view of the harm done by the use of alcohol, tobacco and other habit-forming drugs, consider whether you should limit your use of them or refrain from using them altogether. Remember that any use of alcohol or drugs may impair j... advicesandqueries.org/2025/12/06/in-view-of-th...

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The Religious Society of Friends is rooted in Christianity and has always found inspiration in the life and teachings of Jesus. How do you interpret your faith in the light of this heritage? How does Jesus speak to you... advicesandqueries.org/2025/12/05/the-religious...

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Do you recognise the needs and gifts of each member of your family and household, not forgetting your own? Try to make your home a place of loving friendship and enjoyment, where all who live or visit may find the peace and refreshment of God’s presence. — Britain Yearly Meeting Advices #26

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Do not fear periods of doubt and questions; they may lead to openings. — New England Yearly Meeting #3

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Remember your responsibilities as a citizen for the conduct of local, national, and international affairs. Do not shrink from the time and effort your involvement may demand. — Britain Yearly Meeting Advices #34

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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, wh... advicesandqueries.org/2025/12/03/a-longterm-re...

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Do you try to set aside times of quiet for openness to the Holy Spirit? All of us need to find a way into silence which allows us to deepen our awareness of the divine and to find the inward source of our strength. Seek to know an in... advicesandqueries.org/2025/12/03/do-you-try-to...

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What do Jesus’ life and ministry mean to you? — New England Yearly Meeting Queries #9

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If pressure is brought upon you to lower your standard of integrity, are you prepared to resist it? Our responsibilities to God and our neighbour may involve us in taking unpopular stands. Do not let the desire to be sociab... advicesandqueries.org/2025/12/02/if-pressure-i...

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Be alert to how 'way opens.' It may be revealed through a door closing. — New England Yearly Meeting #11

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Every stage of our lives offers fresh opportunities. Responding to divine guidance, try to discern the right time to undertake or relinquish responsibilities without undue pride or guilt. Attend to what love requires of you, which may not be great busyness. — Britain Yearly Meeting Advices #28

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Forgive and forgive and forgive. — New England Yearly Meeting Young Adult Friends #15

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Do you look for opportunities to deepen your understanding of the history and testimonies of the Religious Society of Friends? Do you inform yourself about the diversity of Friends’ theology and practice? The space within... advicesandqueries.org/2025/11/30/do-you-look-f...

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Do you give sufficient time to sharing with others in the meeting, both newcomers and long-time members, your understanding of worship, of service, and of commitment to the Society’s witness? Do you give a right proportion of your money to support Quaker work? — Britain Yearly Meeting Advices #20

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Are your meetings for church affairs held in a spirit of worship and in dependence on the guidance of God? Remember that we do not seek a majority decision nor even consensus. As we wait patiently for divine guidance our e... advicesandqueries.org/2025/11/29/are-your-meet...

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How does Truth prosper among you? — New England Yearly Meeting Queries #1

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Be alert to how 'way opens.' It may be revealed through a door closing. — New England Yearly Meeting #11

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Remember your responsibilities as a citizen for the conduct of local, national, and international affairs. Do not shrink from the time and effort your involvement may demand. — Britain Yearly Meeting Advices #34

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Do your work. Call others to do theirs. — New England Yearly Meeting Young Adult Friends #7

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Rejoice in the presence of children and young people in your meeting and recognise the gifts they bring. Remember that the meeting as a whole shares a responsibility for every child in its care. Seek for them as for yourself... advicesandqueries.org/2025/11/26/rejoice-in-th...

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With your sins and the sins of your parents: admit them, repent them, heal the wounds. — New England Yearly Meeting Young Adult Friends #8

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Respect the laws of the state but let your first loyalty be to God’s purposes. If you feel impelled by strong conviction to break the law, search your conscience deeply. Ask your meeting for the prayerful support which will giv... advicesandqueries.org/2025/11/25/respect-the-l...

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Respect the wide diversity among us in our lives and relationships. Refrain from making prejudiced judgments about the life journeys of others. Do you foster the spirit of mutual understanding and forgiveness which our... advicesandqueries.org/2025/11/25/respect-the-w...

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Offer up your time, talents, energy, and resources for God’s guidance in their use. You may find yourself called to work for which you feel you have no gift. With prayer and discernment you will understand how to respond to the call. — New England Yearly Meeting #13

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When you are preoccupied and distracted in meeting let wayward and disturbing thoughts give way quietly to your awareness of God’s presence among us and in the world. Receive the vocal ministry of others in a tender and cr... advicesandqueries.org/2025/11/24/when-you-are-...

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Be honest with yourself. What unpalatable truths might you be evading? When you recognise your shortcomings, do not let that discourage you. In worship together we can find the assurance of God’s love and the strength to go on with renewed courage. — Britain Yearly Meeting Advices #11

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Take time to learn about other people’s experiences of the Light. Remember the importance of the Bible, the writings of Friends and all writings which reveal the ways of God. As you learn from others, can you in turn give free... advicesandqueries.org/2025/11/23/take-time-to-...

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