Are you alert to practices here and throughout the world which discriminate against people on the basis of who or what they are or because of their beliefs? Bear witness to the humanity of all people, including those who break society’s conventions or its laws. Try to discern new growing points in social and economic life. Seek to understand the causes of injustice, social unrest and fear. Are you working to bring about a just and compassionate society which allows everyone to develop their capacities and fosters the desire to serve? — Britain Yearly Meeting Advices #33
Abandon your forms when they do not fulfill God’s will. — New England Yearly Meeting Young Adult Friends #5
Is every aspect of your life open to the transforming power of God? What stands in the way? — New England Yearly Meeting Queries #4
Have joyful worship. Do not always be somber. — New England Yearly Meeting Young Adult Friends #10
Do you welcome the diversity of culture, language and expressions of faith in our yearly meeting and in the world community of Friends? Seek to increase your understanding and to gain from this rich heritage and wide range of spiritual insights. Uphold your own and other yearly meetings in your prayers. — Britain Yearly Meeting Advices #16
Take time to learn about other people’s experiences of the Light. Remember the importance of the Bible, the writings of Friends and all writings which reveal the ways of God. As you learn from others, can you in turn give freely from what you have gained? While respecting the experiences and opinions of others, do not be afraid to say what you have found and what you value. Appreciate that doubt and questioning can also lead to spiritual growth and to a greater awareness of the Light that is in us all. — Britain Yearly Meeting Advices #5
What calls us into a Religious Society? Do we grow together in faithfulness? — New England Yearly Meeting Queries #11
Have joyful worship. Do not always be somber. — New England Yearly Meeting Young Adult Friends #10
We do not own the world, and its riches are not ours to dispose of at will. Show a loving consideration for all creatures, and seek to maintain the beauty and variety of the world. Work to ensure that our increasing power over nature is used responsibly, with reverence for life. Rejoice in the splendour of God’s continuing creation. — Britain Yearly Meeting Advices #42
Are you honest and truthful in all you say and do? Do you maintain strict integrity in business transactions and in your dealings with individuals and organisations? Do you use money and information entrusted to you with discretion and responsibility? Taking oaths implies a double standard of truth; in choosing to affirm instead, be aware of the claim to integrity that you are making. — Britain Yearly Meeting Advices #37
Examine your leadings through a process of discernment to determine whether or not they are grounded in the Spirit. Test your discernment with your faith community. — New England Yearly Meeting #10
Do you allow the Inward Teacher to work in you? Are you teachable? — New England Yearly Meeting Queries #3
Do not fear periods of doubt and questions; they may lead to openings. — New England Yearly Meeting #3
What do Jesus’ life and ministry mean to you? — New England Yearly Meeting Queries #9
Do you cherish your friendships, so that they grow in depth and understanding and mutual respect? In close relationships we may risk pain as well as finding joy. When experiencing great happiness or great hurt we may be more open to the working of the Spirit. — Britain Yearly Meeting Advices #21
Attend to the Spirit at work in the ordinary activities and experiences of your daily life. There is inspiration to be found all around us, in the natural world, in the sciences and arts, in our work and friendships, in our sorrows as well as in our joys. Be open to and alert for how the Spirit may be speaking to you in fresh ways, leading you in new directions. — New England Yearly Meeting #9
We do not own the world, and its riches are not ours to dispose of at will. Show a loving consideration for all creatures, and seek to maintain the beauty and variety of the world. Work to ensure that our increasing power over nature is used responsibly, with reverence for life. Rejoice in the splendour of God’s continuing creation. — Britain Yearly Meeting Advices #42
Never be absolutely sure that you are right. — New England Yearly Meeting Young Adult Friends #4
Stand still, wait for divine guidance, then act. — New England Yearly Meeting #8
Face your fears and your powerlessness. Have faith. — New England Yearly Meeting Young Adult Friends #11