Religious Society of Friends (Quakers)
Pope Francis: “The poison of greed has smeared its diamonds with blood. This is a tragedy to which the economically more advanced world often closes its eyes, ears and mouth. Yet this country and this continent deserve to be respected … Read more
A Friend shares this link… Dear Coretta – Microsoft Unlocked “The Coretta Scott King Rose Gallery is a virtual museum and immersive experience that connects the past with the present. Explore the legacy of a woman who dedicated her life … Read more
An AFM member brought Bessie Coleman and other Black innovators’ accomplishments to the AFM Discuss List attention during Black History Month. We are pleased to share the story of this determined young woman who despite obstacles, persisted in following her … Read more
St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church of Annapolis, Shares Information Online about their Racial Justice Work… From the St. Margaret’s website… February 2023 “The work of reconciliation is a fundamental calling for the Diocese of Maryland. Reconciliation builds on our understanding of … Read more
An Annapolis Friend shared the following with our Discuss List: Friends – Atlantic Magazine recently reprinted its 2014 article “The Case for Reparations” by Ta-Nahisi Coates. When first printed, it greatly increased calls for reparations for the descendants of slavery and Jim … Read more
The other side started Black History Month. How a family heals NPR By Sandhya Dirks, February 19, 2023 “Those who have no record of what their forebears have accomplished lose the inspiration which comes from the teaching of biography and … Read more
“Quakers are known for their stand against slavery, and Black Quakers played an important part.” A post from the Barclay College website February 8, 2021 “Many may not know it was common for Quakers to own slaves prior to the … Read more
Friends, In commemoration of and in tribute to Black History month, my clerk support committee and I would like to share this list of educational resources. (Thanks to Sheila for pulling this list together.) We invite you to read, watch, and/or listen … Read more