Friends, Let Your Life Speak.
Quaker Resources & Organizations
New York Yearly Meeting
Poughkeepsie Quaker Friends unprogrammed Monthly Meeting is connected with the New York Yearly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends. NYYM is a regional community of Quaker meetings in New York State, northern New Jersey, and southwestern Connecticut.
→ https://nyym.org
American Friends Service Committee (AFSC)
Humanitarian service, peacebuilding, and social justice work around the world, grounded in the belief in the worth of every person and the power of love over violence.
→ https://afsc.org
Friends General Conference (FGC)
A volunteer‑led association of Quaker meetings and organizations in the U.S. and Canada, offering spiritual resources, gatherings, and support for Friends and seekers.
→ https://fgcquaker.org
Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL)
A national, nonpartisan Quaker organization that advocates in Washington, DC for peace, justice, and environmental stewardship.
→ https://fcnl.org
Powell House
The conference and retreat center of New York Yearly Meeting, offering programs for all ages focused on spirituality, community, and renewal.
→ https://powellhouse.org
QuakerSpeak
A Quaker YouTube channel featuring short, personal interviews with Friends from diverse backgrounds responding to core questions of Quaker faith and practice. New videos every Thursday.
→ https://quakerspeak.com
Friends Journal
A monthly publication sharing Quaker voices, spiritual experience, and thoughtful engagement with the world.
→ https://friendsjournal.org
Photo: New York Yearly Meeting - Summer Sessions 2023
Friendly Readings (Modern Quaker Starter List)
Start Here (free + welcoming)
Quaker.org — Quaker Beliefs & Worship
A clear, modern introduction to Quaker belief, worship, and practice.
→ https://quaker.org/
NYYM Faith & Practice (free PDF + print request)
New York Yearly Meeting’s Faith & Practice is available for download (and you can request a printed copy).
→ https://www.nyym.org/faith-and-practice
Advices & Queries (online)
Short, powerful Quaker wisdom meant “for the comfort and discomfort of Friends.” Great for reflection or a study group.
→ https://qfp.quaker.org.uk
FGC — Meeting for Worship (how it works)
A grounded, newcomer‑friendly explanation of unprogrammed worship and vocal ministry.
→ https://www.fgcquaker.org/fgcresources/quaker-practices/meeting-for-worship/
Watch / Listen
QuakerSpeak — Quaker Basics (short videos for newcomers)
A curated set of quick videos covering the essentials.
→ https://quakerspeak.com/basics/
FGC — Why Do Quakers Worship in Silence?
A beautiful, practical explanation of why silence matters and what to expect.
→ https://www.fgcquaker.org/exercises/why-do-quakers-worship-in-silence/
Go Deeper (still accessible)
Our Life Is Love (Marcelle Martin) — free excerpt + study guide available
A modern classic on Quaker spiritual transformation and lived faith.
→ https://bookstore.friendsunitedmeeting.org/products/our-life-is-love-the-quaker-spiritual-journey
Pendle Hill Pamphlets (short “one‑sitting” reads; highly relevant)
Pendle Hill pamphlets are brief, readable, and designed for study groups and seekers.
→ https://pendlehill.org/product-category/pamphlets/
(Or browse a curated selection via QuakerBooks) → https://quakerbooks.org/collections/pendle-hill-pamphlets
QuakerBooks of FGC (best place to find trusted Quaker titles)
A reliable hub for books, pamphlets, and Quaker basics.
→ https://quakerbooks.org/
Friends Library (free early Quaker writings + audiobooks)
A huge collection of early Quaker writings available free in multiple formats.
→ https://www.friendslibrary.com/
Photo: Quaker library at Bulls Head-Oswego Meetinghouse in NY