'Why Silence?' offers a collection of spiritual practices to help overcome those blockages which prevent a deepening of 'soul-silence'. It provides an admirable guide for use at home or in worship workshops.
This book is about presence and kindness. Its reflections, prayers and meditations are reminders of God's presence and unconditional loving kindness. They also invite us to be a loving presence in the world.
Listening is integral to Quakerism. Whether in Meting for Worship, conversing one to one, making decisions in community, or discerning wht action is right for us, we need to listen to spirit, to the still, small voice within.
The power of God is known in new ways for many of us today. This can be pursued over four challenging group sessions. This booklet will spark strong responses when read alone but is aimed at those bold study groups who dare to live adventurously.
'Through us, not from us' recounts the talks of four experienced Friends from a conference on Vocal Ministry, examining the context in which it began and how it is now practised and nurtured.