Courses & Learning
More about Becoming Friends
The Becoming Friends course offers newcomers:
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flexible learning materials, accessible online or on paper
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options for working alone & with others, using a variety of approaches
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a choice of learning units & activities to suit a wide range of interests & learning styles
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the chance to work at their own pace & for a length of time that suits their interests & availability
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a wide range of on-line discussion groups, resources & links
As newcomers engage with the course, Meetings can offer them support from a Becoming Friends ‘companion’ whose role is to:
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support newcomers working with the learning materials
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help newcomers find out more about Quakerism through sharing their own knowledge and experience, and helping to arrange conversations and interactions with other Friends
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help newcomers reflect on the learning process and their own journey with Friends
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help newcomers feel more rooted in their local meeting
The Becoming Friends scheme supports Meetings by providing:
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guidance about working with the Becoming Friends course
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a framework for identifying, preparing & supporting Becoming Friends companions
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access to courses & a support network for Becoming Friends companions
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well structured opportunities throughout the Becoming Friends course for local Friends to engage with newcomers in conversation, discussion & reflection
