Emily Provance
Emily Provance is the 2025 Swarthmore Lecturer and a member of Fifteenth Street Meeting in New York Yearly Meeting. She is a recorded minister and…
The Meaning of Community: Exploring the 2025 Swarthmore Lecture
Saturday 5 July 2025
10:00-15:00
Bristol Redlands Quaker Meeting House
Emily Provance
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This in-person workshop, led by Emily Provance, builds on the themes of her 2025 Swarthmore Lecture. Throughout the day, Emily will guide participants in exploring the meaning of Quaker community and its central role in Quaker theology and spiritual life.
In her lecture, Emily examines the challenges of living and working within a community—especially when it is not one we have chosen. Drawing on books of discipline from across the theological spectrum and the global Quaker community, she offers a Quaker testimony of community. This workshop will continue that exploration, creating space for collective reflection and discussion.
Tea and coffee will be available but please bring your own lunch.
Redland Quaker Meeting House is located at 126 Hampton Road, Redland, Bristol BS6 6JE.
This course will involve:
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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.
Redland Quaker Meeting House is accessible, including an accessible toilet and a lift to upper rooms. Hearing loops are available.
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