Richard Drake
Richard Drake has been a Quaker since 2002 and has held several roles at Local and Area Meeting level including treasurer and elder. He is…
Clerking Quaker Discernment Online
Wednesday 19 February 2025
19:00-21:00 (UK time)
Richard Drake
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Are you involved in clerking online or blended Meetings for Worship for Business? Come and explore ways to support discernment and Quaker decision-making in a technological context, whether through or over the screen.
As you may have experienced, clerking an online or blended Meeting for Worship for Business raises new challenges alongside the usual work of clerking. Friends may feel disconnected or distracted. It can be difficult to make sure that everyone feels part of the same meeting, and that all contributions are heard equally. It can also bring benefits, such as wider participation and a clearer focus.
In this session, we’ll explore the practical aspects of a clerk’s role before, during, and after an online Business meeting. We’ll discuss what it means to center down in worship and uphold the discernment process. We’ll also share tips for connecting spiritually in any space.
This course will involve:
DiscussionWritten and visualZoom Session
Accessibility info:
On the booking form, there is a chance for you to let us know about any accessibility or communication adjustments that will enable you to participate more fully in the course. Automated Zoom closed captions are available for all live sessions but if you feel you require more accurate closed captioning please email us directly in addition to booking.
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