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Our Life is Love: the Quaker Spiritual Journey
Marcelle Martin's book, Our Life is Love: The Quaker Spiritual Journey, explores ten elements of the spiritual experience of Quakers. It is a great resource for study groups to explore these elements of spiritual experience in our own lives. See the Publication page for more information. * * * * * * * * Marcelle is available to lead workshops and retreats and to give talks. See the Teaching and Upcoming Workshops page.-
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When the Healers are Sent Away, the Prophets Must Rise
In May 2025, Crozer-Chester Hospital closed, affecting over half a million people and resulting in many job losses. The Crozer 8, a group of advocates, staged a peaceful, prophetic protest to demand justice in healthcare, emphasizing the need for reform against corporate greed. Their actions highlight a broader national crisis in access to essential medical services. Continue reading
Posted in All of Life is Sacred, Following a Leading, Radical Christianity, Taking a prophetic stand, Working for Peace and Justice
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