War emergency: The crisis in Ukraine
More than a million people have fled their homes to escape conflict in Ukraine. Leaving behind jobs, belongings and loved ones, they now face an uncertain future.Read More
March 2022: Greenpeace
Greenpeace is a movement of people who are passionate about defending the natural world from
destruction. Their vision is a greener, healthier and more peaceful planet, one that can sustain life
for generations to come.Read More
February 2022: Support for Ramallah Friends School
There has been a Quaker presence in Ramallah (now the capital city of the Palestine territory) since the late 19th century; the local Friends Meeting was formally established and the Meeting House built before WW1. One can find more information on its website: www.rfmq.org.Read More
December 2021: Suffolk Community Foundation
Surviving Winter Appeal 2021/22: With a surge in inflation and energy prices also now impacting peoples’ ability to also recover from the ongoing effects of the Coronavirus pandemic, this years Surviving Winter Appeal will play an even more vital role in supporting those in need.Read More
January 2022: Dementia Carers Count
Dementia Carers Count is a charity that supports those of us who are looking after some of the most vulnerable in society; amongst family, friends and neighbours.Read More
November 2021: Suffolk Mind
Suffolk Mind wants Suffolk to be the best place in the world for talking about and taking care of mental health.Read More
QUAKER VOLUNTARY ACTION
News of our next online event ‘Refugee Journeys’ and forthcoming in-person working retreats, plus reflections on ‘Encounters with Peacemakers’.
‘God for us is a god of justice and compassion, not a god of vengeance and exclusivity.’ Jean ZaruRead More
October 2021: Families in Need (FIND)
Families In Need (FIND) is an Ipswich based Christian organisation that helps those living in South Suffolk who are deprived of a minimum standard of living.Read More
September 2021: Suffolk Refugee Support
Suffolk Refugee Support provides advice, advocacy and practical support for asylum seekers and refugees in Suffolk, particularly in the Ipswich area. .Read More
COP 26 Pilgrimage
Many faith groups are coming together to create a multifaith relay pilgrimage towards Glasgow, where world leaders plan to meet in November for the COP26 UN climate talks. The pilgrimage route will run in sections between churches and Quaker meeting houses, allowing participants to join by walking, cycling or taking public transport for as many or as few sections as they would like to. We invite you to be part of one or more of these Pilgrimages. There are 3 Quaker Pilgrimages involving Bury Meeting. You can join for any distance by walking, cycling or public transport and we will organise the route.Read More
