Gay Quaker
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Excerpts from “The Dance Between Hope and Fear,” by John Calvi
This article presents excerpts from John Calvi’s book “The Dance Between Hope and Fear,” highlighting his lifelong journey as a Quaker healer and practical theologian. It explores his experiences in healing, spiritual encounters, coping with AIDS and torture survivors, and reflections on hope, fear, and divine love within a Quaker framework.
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“350 Years of the Society of Friends in North America: 1661-2011″*
This post reviews Geoffrey Kaiser’s comprehensive chart depicting 350 years of Quaker history in North America, highlighting the complex schisms primarily between evangelical and liberal Friends. Kaiser, influenced by Robert Barclay’s theology, emphasizes the universality of the Inner Light and explores ongoing theological and social tensions within Quakerism, including acceptance of LGBTQ+ individuals. The chart…
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The Importance of Context
This personal essay explores the author’s journey as a gay Quaker, detailing struggles with identity, faith, and acceptance. It reflects on the transformative power of love, radical discipleship, and hope found through a personal relationship with Christ, set against the backdrop of Quakerism and life experiences.