Living out our faith
Ian Kirk-Smith reports on a busy bank holiday weekend
A renewed commitment to address the root causes of social and economic injustice in the world and to take action, individually and collectively, prompted by a spirit of love, was at the heart of Britain Yearly Meeting 2015.
The annual gathering of Friends was held for the first time in the refurbished Large Meeting House at Friends House with visitors enjoying comfortable seating, the benefit of natural light from the impressive central skylight, and a design that has delivered a remarkable acoustic quality.
The main theme of the event – ‘Living out our faith in the world’ – was given generous time for discernment. This decision was welcomed by many present. The space allocated in sessions allowed many thoughtful, perceptive and heartfelt contributions and, finally, a powerful minute that reflected the desire of Friends to move forward with conviction.
Friends, who were stimulated and challenged throughout the bank holiday weekend in a variety of ways, expressed a clear unity on their dissatisfaction with the present economic system.
