Our Invitation To You – Sunday Meeting For Worship 10:30 AM
We welcome you to the Westerly Monthly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). The Meeting is guided by our foundational belief that there is that of God in everyone, we affirm that all persons seeking peace and goodwill are welcome regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, political or religious beliefs, race, nationality, age, or disability.
Welcome! We’re glad you’re curious about Quakers.
So, what is a Quaker? – Quakers, or Friends, belong to a faith community called the Religious Society of Friends. At the heart of our faith is a beautiful, simple idea: there is something of God in every person. Because of this, we believe everyone can have a direct, personal connection with the divine.
Our Shared Quaker Values
While Quaker meetings around the world are wonderfully diverse, we share common values summarized by the acronym SPICES:
· Simplicity· Peace
· Integrity
· Community
· Equality
· Stewardship for the Earth
These principles guide how we live, worship, and care for one another and the world around us.
Experience Our Unprogrammed Silent Worship
At the Westerly Friends Meeting, we come together in our lovely, historic meeting house at 10:30 on Sunday mornings to share quiet, unprogrammed worship. We settle into peaceful silence together, and sometimes someone feels inspired to speak— sharing a thought, insight, reflection, or something that’s touched their heart. What we call vocal ministry. Everyone’s voice is valued and welcomed, and each message comes from the heart.
A Warm Welcome for You
No matter who you are or where you come from, you are welcome at Westerly Friends Meeting. We embrace people of all races, backgrounds, sexual orientations, and abilities—including those exploring other faith traditions or simply curious about Quaker practice. You’re warmly invited to join us.
Time for Fellowship
After worship, we love to gather downstairs for coffee, tea, and snacks. It’s a wonderful, informal time to get to know one another, share stories, and connect over our shared interests and values. Please join us!
First Day School for Children
Kids bring such joy and life to our community and are always welcome in Meeting for Worship. On the first and third Sundays, we offer child care and activities downstairs where children explore Quaker values through stories, crafts, and discussion. Before the close of worship, they rejoin the larger meeting for the final few minutes—a moment that beautifully ties us all together.
We hope you feel invited to explore and experience the warmth and spirit of the Quaker community with us!