[Homewood’s Spiritual Formation program brings Friends together in spiritual community for deepening of practice and understanding through readings, discussions, meditations, and shared meals. All are welcome to attend. You can either simply drop in to the next session or you can sign up here (especially if you’d like to request childcare)]

The Large Group Gatherings

Open to all. Typically in the evenings on the 3rd Monday of each month. Everyone who is interested joins together for a meal and discussion, rooted in shared worshipful silence. Childcare is available if you submit your request (signup form above) by the Thursday before the Monday meeting (four days’ notice).

April 15
6:30 – 9:00 PM

Recommended Reading: “Radical Transformation – Long Overdue for the Religious Society of Friends” (Pendle Hill Pamphlet #476) by Vanessa Julye.

Dinner: To Be Announced.

May 20
6:30 – 9:00 PM

Recommended Reading: “Four Doors to Meeting for Worship” (Pendle Hill Pamphlet #306) by William Taber

Dinner: To Be Announced.

The Small Group Gatherings

Small groups of about 4-5 people get assigned at the beginning of a Spiritual Formation term. This is a chance to discuss readings and spiritual journeys more in-depth and intimately. Each group sets their own meeting times. If you were not assigned a small group, simply attend the next large group gathering and ask to be assigned a group — we will find a placement for you at any time you’re ready.

A Deeper Introduction

>> Sacred Interactions: Spiritual Formation Program (Pamphlet)

>> Past Readings (2023-2024 Term):

Our Life Is Love by Marcelle Martin

Radical Hospitality by Lloyd Lee Wilson (Pendle Hill Pamphlet)

A Place Called Community by Parker Palmer (Pendle Hill Pamphlet)

Spiritual Gifts, the Beloved Community, and Covenant by Emily Provance (Pendle Hill Pamphlet)

Radical Transformations – Long Overdue for the Religious Society of Friends by Vanessa Julye (Pendle Hill Pamphlet #476)

Four Doors to Meeting for Worship by William Taber (Pendle Hill Pamphlet #306)

>> Mini-Retreat: This is a short sampler of what a Spiritual Formation retreat is like. It’s a two hour session here at the meetinghouse. This has not been scheduled yet for 2024, but typically happens in the summer. You do not need to attend this; you can attend any of these meetings without any pre-requisite.