Howdy, Friends –

Meeting for Worship:
Please join us this Sunday, Sep 20, in one of three ways to attend Meeting for Worship: “Plain” worship in the side room in the Meeting House, or at the blended Meeting held in the Meeting House, or on the Peace Chapel.  All begin at 10:00 am. 

First Day School:
First Day School focuses on loving others and learning about our community and earth, encompassing the Quaker testimonies of “SPICES,” i.e., Simplicity, Peace, Integrity, Community, Equality, and Stewardship. Join us each Sunday in September.

ISAAC’s Newcomer Winter Gear and Hygiene Kit Drive
This drive is for middle and high school students in our Poudre School District; the drive has started and continues until Oct 1. These students are recent immigrants or refugees and do not own winter clothing for our Colorado weather. Hygiene items are also needed. Our Meeting is a drop-off site, in a labelled box on the front porch of the Meeting House. It will be emptied weekly and at the end of the drive, all items will be delivered to ISAAC.

Please read the attached list HERE; it gives the specific items that have been requested. It is important to donate items that match the sizes, colors and other specifics.  Poudre School District provides a list to ISAAC with this information.  The hygiene items should be full-sized.  Please contact Carol R. with any questions at reillycar@gmail.com. If you prefer to make a financial donation for ISAAC to buy needed items, these can be sent to the Nash-Zimmerman fund as a designated donation. Thank you in advance for your generosity.
 
Sep 19, 10:30-11:30 am: Meeting for Worship with Attention to Healing:
Online only.  This monthly meeting is held at 10:30 on the third Saturday of each month, starting Sep 19.  Requests may be dropped in the labelled box located in the Meetinghouse foyer or sent via email to musichealsit@gmail.com; they will be held in the Light during the meeting and treated confidentially.  Zoom link here: Prayer Circle

Teatro Latino:  Several Sept and Oct Performances
A local theatre group established by immigrants will be offering a series of performances and community events celebrating their stories, culture, and community, including: 
— Betty La Ponderosa, September 19
— Dreamer After Midnight, October 8
— Las Adelitas, October 16, and
— Dia de los Muertos Celebration, October 30.
For more information, see attached flyer HERE. 

Sep 20, 9:00 am – noon: The Murphy Center for Hope Hopestead Market,
242 Conifer St, Fort Colins
A benefit for Homeward Alliance, the central non-profit in Larimer County providing services to empowering individuals and families who face homelessness to survive, move forward and thrive.  This unique event is a fall market full of heart, with artisan crafts and home baked goods–all contained within the footprint of the Murphy Center for Hope.  There are seasonal and handmade items, all Colorado-grown or produced by local craftspeople and artisans. This includes made to order treats, jams and jellies, flowers and honey, and specialty items.

Sep 20:  Ask a Quaker a Question (AAQAQ), Right after Meeting
Informal gathering immediately after Meeting for Worship, lasting about thirty minutes.

Sep 27:  Elaine Badiere’s Spiritual Journey
We look forward to hearing about Elaine’s spiritual journey right after Meeting for Worship.

Sep 29, 6:15 pm:  “Fox and Food” at the Cole’s
2337 Silver Trails Dr, Fort Collins
For more info: Samuel and Dana Cole, phone 970-449-2729
Please join us on Tuesday, Sep 29 for a discussion of our founder, George Fox.  What did Fox actually mean by the inward Light?  What was Fox’s secret spiritual practice?   Why was his movement so attractive in the 17th century?   Why did Fox seem to be such a glutton for punishment?  Bring your questions; bring your answers.
  🍕Pizza and dessert will be provided.🧁

Oct 4:  World Quaker Day, with Theme “Let Peace Be Among Us”
On October 4, the Friends World Committee for World Consultation is planning a large online Meeting for Worship. This is a great opportunity to join together with Friends across borders, time zones, and Quaker traditions with a shared focus on peace.  The link HERE gives more information. 

Oct 18:  Book Discussion, The Book of Joy:  Lasting Happiness in a Changing World, Part 1 of 2
Josh Datko will lead a two-part discussion of this book by the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu; to be continued in November.  Both discussions will take place immediately after the Meeting.  The second part will take place in November on a date to be announced.

In peace and service,

Lo Rellergert
Clerk, Fort Collins Friends Meeting