A free public lecture “The Cross and the Olive Tree: Theology amid Gaza”, based on the book by the same name, will be given by Samuel Salim Munayer on Thursday 6 August at 10.00am at the Trinity College Dublin E3 Building, Room 2.031.

Make sure to save the date and register online for World Quaker Day, we’ll send you details about the itinerary nearer the day. You could also start to have conversations with your local meeting or Friends Church about attending all together. www.worldquakerday.org

Tickets still available for this event on Sat 8th Aug 2026 in Tinahely, Co Wicklow. Alan Johnson (lead vocal and rhythm guitar) and his fabulous band Celtic Soul, influenced by Irish music but not traditional, with offbeat, melodic song choices and a folk-influenced playing style. buff.ly/U1YE8tZ

www.waterford-news.ie/news/deliver... Newtown school has served Waterford for 228 years. Despite this, the school’s facilities are operating under considerable stress, as student numbers grow, and promises for expansion provided by the Department of Education remain unfulfilled.

Delivery of expansion at Newtown School is critical  - News - Waterford News & Star

It is the only quaker secondary school in the republic of Ireland, and has a vast history of innovation in education

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Thank you to Churchtown Friends who, during the recent heat wave, had the bright idea to organise "Tea" in the sunshine, before our Monthly Meeting. #DAQC #QuakersDublin #FaithinAction

Newtown School Fundraiser. 8th Aug, in Tinahely Courthouse Arts Centre. Alan Johnson (lead vocal & rhythm guitar) and his fabulous band Celtic Soul, influenced by Irish music but not traditional, with offbeat, melodic song choices and a folk-influenced playing style. buff.ly/U1YE8tZ

Paddy, Geordie and The Spark: Newtown School Fundraiser — Courthouse Arts Centre

Paddy, Geordie and The Spark: Newtown School Fundraiser

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Join Dublin Monthly Meeting Peace Committee and Friends for another Silent Quaker Peace Witness on Saturday July 25 from 11.30am to 12.30pm, outside the gates of St Stephen’s Green at the top of Grafton St, Dublin. All welcome. #DAQC #QuakersDublin #QuakersIreland #FaithinAction

The Fellowship of Quakers in the Arts (FQA) is an organization dedicated to nurturing and showcasing literary, visual, musical, and performing arts within the Religious Society of Friends.

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"To all Friends everywhere, From 26 to 28 June 2026, 36 Friends and 3 Facilitators gathered at The Hayes, Derbyshire for a Gathering Retreat for LGBTQIA+ #Quakers and allies, and 3 Friends joined online" Read the Epistle in full & see more images from the retreat: qva.org.uk/epistle-qva-...

Guided Tours of Temple Hill Burial Ground, Blackrock, Co Dublin will take place as part of the Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Summer of Heritage on Tuesdays from 14th July to 1st September 2026 at 3.00pm. All are welcome. buff.ly/yaWnAhG #DAQC #QuakersDublin

🎻 On Sunday, 6 September, a stage in Dublin will become a bridge, as children living here in Ireland perform for children living through war. UNICEF Ireland is proud to be a beneficiary of the Music for Peace concert. Come be part of it. 💙 Find out more at tinyurl.com/PeaceOrchestra

Friends were thankful to attend the recent event organised by St. Mochua’s Historical Society at the Timahoe Quaker Burial Ground in Co. Kildare to honour the contributions made by Quakers in the local area.

Curious about Quakerism? This course offers an introduction to the essentials of the Quaker way. Together we’ll explore Quaker worship, discernment and witness, with space for questions, discussion and reflection on how these practices shape daily life. Book your place: https://ow.ly/LfKZ50Zh3xp

Guided Tours of Temple Hill Burial Ground, Blackrock will take place as part of the DLR Summer of Heritage on Tuesdays from 14th July to 1st Sep 2026 at 3.00pm. The tour of the Burial Ground will conclude with a short talk in the Meeting House. Total duration 60 minutes. All welcome!

Friends were delighted to celebrate #Pride2026 and to let people know that Quaker Meetings are welcoming, inclusive spaces for all. #DAQC #QuakersDublin #FaithinAction

Who are you today? What do you want to do? How do you get there? This session offers time for self-discovery and discovery of possible future directions, with opportunities to share ideas and learn from the experiences of others in a confidential space. https://ow.ly/8XZY50Zh2iz

Thank you to all who joined Friends at the Dublin #Pride2026 event. Participating in Pride is a meaningful way to live our testimony to equality and to let people know that Quaker Meetings are welcoming, inclusive spaces for everyone.

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Thank you to all who organised and attended Meeting for Worship in Eustace Street before #Pride2026 Definitely needs to be an annual event! #QuakersDublin #DAQC #QuakersIreland #FaithinAction

Join us before the Pride Parade from 10.30am at 4 - 5 Eustace Street. Refreshments & friendly conversation before the Meeting for Worship. You're also warmly invited to join us in the parade, celebrating peace, equality, community, and inclusion. #Pride2026 #DAQC #FaithinAction

Friends Historical Library, Stocking Lane, Rathfarnham were delighted to host Billy Shortall, Art Historian & members of the Irish Association of Art Historians at a special exhibition of just some of the interesting artefacts stored at Quaker House. buff.ly/Miatx4D #QuakersIreland #QuakersDublin

Friends enjoyed the Shackleton Experience in Athy. It's well worth a visit.

Join us from 10.30am at 4 - 5 Eustace St. on Sat 27th June. Refreshments & friendly conversation will be available before the Meeting for Worship. You're also warmly invited to join us in the parade, marching behind our banner celebrating peace, equality, community, and inclusion. #DAQC #Pride2026

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"Gospel ministry is an old Quaker term, little used or understood among modern Friends," Peter Blood-Patterson says, but one we should refamiliarize ourselves with, so it's no longer "quite unusual" for meetings to recognize ongoing calls to vocal ministry as they become manifest among Friends.

Speaking with Spiritual Authority

Why Quakers need gospel ministers.

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Sanctuary Sunday 21 June 2026 Q&A part 4 How does what we’re seeing in Britain and Ireland fit into the wider global picture about migration and people on the move? Dr Nicola Brady talks to Revd Dr Inderjit Bhogal. Details and resources at: ctbi.org.uk/event/sanctu...

Last call for names to visit the Shackleton Experience! Contact the office by Fri 12th if you'd like to attend.

Could this be your next role? We are looking for a Programme Coordinator – Faith and Spirituality to help develop and coordinate programmes that support people in exploring Quaker worship, spirituality and faith in practice. Find out more and apply: www.woodbrooke.org.uk/vacancies/