The art of creativity: Anne McNeill-Pulati says it’s essential for Quaker communities

‘Creativity is something we all have.’

by Anne McNeill-Pulati 30th January 2026

Creativity is a more important, impactful and underrated aspect of the human experience than is acknowledged, yet its reputation is often aligned with frivolous or unimportant pastimes. But Quaker faith & practice (Qf&p) 21.38 describes creativity as a gift given on the ‘eighth day of creation’, suggesting that in ‘naming and re-making the world’ through various activities (gardening, cooking, painting, programming), humans become co-workers with God in an ongoing act of creation. Creativity is something we all have; being ‘talented’ is not a necessity.