Essentials of Quaker Eldership
Monday 13 April 2026
19:30-21:00 (UK time)
Ruth Audus
,
Elize Sakamoto
Woodbrooke and Quakers in Britain working in partnership.
Being a Quaker elder can be inspiring but also challenging. This is a monthly space for those with eldership responsibilities to come together to consider and learn how to serve as an effective elder in your Quaker community.
The focus of this session is the times between Meeting for Worship.
The session will be an opportunity to explore issues arising from carrying out your responsibilities as an elder for your Quaker community. You will gain insights from the experienced tutors as well as fellow participants to find solutions.
One of the tutors from Quaker Life (BYM) or Woodbrooke who are experienced in eldership in a number of Quaker settings will facilitate the topic-based monthly sessions. While we will refer to live issues and case studies, we highly recommend that you come ready with the main resource book on eldership, With a Tender Hand (2015), in addition to the Book of Discipline.
The sessions are held on the second Monday of every month. Come to all or any. It is not a drop-in but you can book right up to the start of the session at 7.30pm.
Programme for January to April 2026*:
• 12 January: Serving as a Quaker Elder and Meeting for Worship
• 9 February: Serving as a Quaker and Spoken Ministry
• 9 March: Serving as a Quaker and Meeting for Worship for Business
• 13 April: Serving as a Quaker and Times in Between Meeting for Worship
*Although the topics appear similar to the bi-monthly sessions held in 2025, you will hear from different tutors about differing experiences and receive new insights to further increase your confidence in your role.
This course will involve:
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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