"I fear my gratitude is not enough lively and fervent: yet a little hope revives my drooping soul that our merciful Creator, who knows the weakness of our frame, will be pleased to accept the integrity of my heart." Citation: Mary Waring, 1792 Early Quaker Subscribe: dailyquaker.com

"I can recommend nothing better to us than the love of God. Oh, this brings great sweetness with it!" Citation: John Kendall, 1812 English Quaker minister Subscribe to the Daily Quaker Message at dailyquaker.com

Do those legs go all the way up... to stand and share vocal ministry when moved by the Spirit?

The science is in, and having a daily gratitude practice makes people happier. In just a couple of clicks, we can help you start one! Our daily Quaker devotional has a quote a day about gratitude in the lead-up to Thanksgiving. Subscribe for free! dailyquaker.com/subscribe/

Unlike most Christian traditions, Quakers intentionally have no creed and so, of course, the question they get asked the most is: What do Quakers believe? quakerpodcast.com/what-do-quak...

Friends Couple Enrichment is a Quaker ministry helping couples deepen love, trust, and spiritual connection. FCE offers workshops, retreats, and online gatherings where couples learn the art of Couple Dialogue. www.friendscoupleenrichment.org

"One of the most vivid experiences [of worship] on my part was sitting quietly for at least an hour before a picture by the Dutch painter Vermeer, and absorbing its sheer beauty." - George Gorman, 1973 dailyquaker.com

"Worship is the response of the human spirit to the presence of the divine and eternal, to the God who first seeks us. The sense of wonder and awe of the finite before the infinite leads naturally to thanksgiving and adoration." - Faith and Practice of BYM, 1967 Subscribe: dailyquaker.com

"Domestic Cookery, Useful Receipts, and Hints to Young Housekeepers" was published by Quaker Elizabeth Ellicott Lea in 1845. The cookbook is a time capsule of simple, everyday food culture around her home in Sandy Spring, MD. All her recipes are available here: www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/9...

"My job is to make room for the Spirit to do its work. It is a constantly humbling experience." Citation: Mark Russ, 2016 Quaker theologian, writer, and teacher Subscribe to the Daily Quaker Message at dailyquaker.com

This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Quaker author and activist Eileen Flanagan who shares wisdom from her decades of experience in organizing around the climate crisis, and how that very crisis is exposing the “illusion of separation” in our times. quakerpodcast.com/a-quaker-res...

Time for a Quaker architecture quiz! Can you tell which of the following buildings is a Quaker meetinghouse? Put your guesses in the comments and we'll post the answers tomorrow!

"Every month, I take a day or two to stop and write personal thank you notes and emails to people who have made a difference in my life." Citation: Bob Henry, 2022 Pastor at Indianapolis First Friends Meeting Subscribe to the Daily Quaker Message at dailyquaker.com

"Holy help has been near in the time of need. In the remembrance thereof, my soul feels renewedly bowed in thankfulness to the great Author of every blessing." Citation: Mary Alexander, 1806 Quaker traveling minister Subscribe to the Daily Quaker Message at dailyquaker.com

Believe it or not, this is part of a poster for a movie about Quakers. Any guesses at the title? Hint: Ronald Reagan gave a copy of this movie to Mikhail Gorbachev during the Cold War to symbolize the need to resolve their conflict peacefully.

"In His infinite love, He has freely bestowed upon me, far beyond my deserts or expectation, to my great joy and consolation." Citation: John Gratton, 1711 Early Quaker minister Subscribe to the Daily Quaker Message at dailyquaker.com

This week, we’re asking the question “Do Quakers read the Bible?” The answer is not a simple 'yes' or 'no', but a journey into a faith that has been both wounded and liberated by the very same pages. quakerpodcast.com/do-quakers-r...

Back in the times of early Quakers, in the 17th and 18th centuries, alcohol was the only drink that wasn’t likely to carry harmful bacteria. So Quakers drank, but even then were expected to avoid drunkenness.

"When we practice gratitude, we acknowledge not only the common good within our actions but also the many barriers to realizing a just and loving society." - Francisco Burgos, 2021 Executive Director of Pendle Hill Subscribe to the Daily Quaker Message at dailyquaker.com

"Gratitude is easy; I can think of all that I am thankful for, and that’s probably the best way into worship on a difficult, distracted day." - Lucy Faulkner-Gawlinski, 2024 Quaker teacher Subscribe to the Daily Quaker Message at dailyquaker.com

Wise words to chew on from a wise Friend... and horse.

"Rejoice in the Lord always... Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." -- Philippians 4:4-6 (NIV) Subscribe at dailyquaker.com

In this week’s podcast episode, we visit Valley Mills Friends Meeting where pastor Rachel Doll O’Mahoney delivers a surprising sermon that reclaims the word “conspiracy” as a radical invitation for a community to breathe together for good. quakerpodcast.com/conspiring-f...

Check out one of the oldest continuously used religious buildings in the United States west of the Allegheny Mountains! Miami Monthly Meeting was formally established in Waynesville, Ohio in 1803 by Quakers who had relocated from South Carolina to escape the spiritual perils... (1/2)

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FRIENDS, WHAT CANST Y'ALL SAY?? Pipe up and pop off!!

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A Quaker experiment to heal souls at Eastern State Penitentiary accidentally created a new form of torture: solitary confinement. This episode uncovers that complicated history and explores the modern fight to replace grand theories with the act of listening. quakerpodcast.com/the-quaker-p...

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Whether you want to dress as a Sexy James Naylor, a period-accurate example of historical Plain Dress, the Quaker Oats Guy, or something else, what does your Quaker-themed Halloween costume look like? Imagined or real, show or tell us in the comments!

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Using both the pulpit and the page, Quaker pastor Philip Gulley has been a bold voice that challenges the church’s stance on heaven and hell, LGBTQ issues, and more. quakerpodcast.com/can-we-make-...

Historians have offered several hypotheses for how the Witch Hat came to be in American/British pop culture. One of the leading theories is that negative portrayals of Quaker women in the media of the late seventeenth century led to the creation of the imagery of the witch hat over time.

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David LaMotte: Quaker Musician and Hope-Monger Listen to the full episode: quakerpodcast.com/david-lamott...

Yestreen I received a quest from George Fox while dodging spells and defeating a dragon through the power of pacifism. If this sounds cool to you, check out the game "Clockwork and Chivalry" by Cakebread and Walton. You'll love it if you have an interest in TTRPGs and Early Modern History.

When asked what they believe, many Quakers will respond that there is "that of God in everyone." This month, our daily Quaker devotional is exploring this idea through daily Quaker quotes from notable Friends. Subscribe for free, and get daily Quaker wisdom in your inbox. dailyquaker.com/subscribe/

When asked what they believe, many Quakers will respond that there is "that of God in everyone." This month, our daily Quaker devotional is exploring this idea through daily Quaker quotes from notable Friends. Subscribe for free, and get daily Quaker wisdom in your inbox. dailyquaker.com/subscribe/

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Quaker musician David LaMotte confronts the myth of powerlessness with his Quaker-inspired vision of "grounded hope," sharing profound stories and two live songs that reveal how you are already changing the world. Listen now: quakerpodcast.com/david-lamott...

Early Quakers were not keen on holidays. In the modern day many (if not most) Friends in the United States participate in Halloween. They generally see Halloween as a fun, secular holiday to emphasize spending quality time with family, friends, and their community.

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Why do many Quakers worship in silence, and what effects might that have on the rest of our lives? Listen now: quakerpodcast.com/why-do-quake...

We will never let our dearest Friend Benjamin Lay fall into obscurity again! 🫡

Subscribers to The Daily Quaker Message just concluded a month of messages on the theme of Quaker Silence, with guest editor Jon Watts. These rich quotes from Quaker history and today are all available to read on our website. dailyquaker.com/2025/08/quak...

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