Wahroonga Friends Bulletin - 12 November 2025
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Wahroonga Friends Bulletin - 12 November 2025
Quaker Cases Highlighted in
International Call to Protect
Environmental Protesters
A Quaker's imprisonment for taking part in a peaceful climate protest has been cited in an international statement criticising the UK's treatment of environmental defenders.
Above - A candle-lit vigil for Quaker Gaie Delap whose imprisonment for peaceful climate protest, now cited in an international statement criticising the UK's treatment of environmental defenders.
Gaie Delap, a 78-year-old retired teacher and lifelong Quaker, was sentenced to 20 months for climbing onto gantries over the M25 in a Just Stop Oil protest. Her case is highlighted in a statement from Environment Links UK (ELUK), submitted this week to a meeting of the countries that have signed the Aarhus Convention, which gives people and organisations rights in environmental matters.
The statement accuses the UK of breaching its international obligations by penalising people who act peacefully to protect the environment.
It warns that new laws and heavy sentences are having a "chilling effect" on public participation and non-violent protest.
Quakers have been hit hard by these laws as their faith leads them to take peaceful action to protect the environment and Quakers in Britain are among the organisations supporting the statement.
ELUK also cite the unfounded prosecutions of environmental activities, including those opposing the Drax Power Station.
In September a court dismissed charges against 15 climate protesters, including four Quakers, accused of planning to lock on at the power station in August 2024.
The UK is the only country in western Europe to have its civic freedom classed as "obstructed" by Civicus.
The UK's long tradition of and respect for peaceful protest and non-violent civil disobedience has dramatically changed in the last few years, the ELUK statement says.
The UN's Special Rapporteur on Environmental Defenders, Michel Forst, has also criticised the UK's approach, saying long prison sentences and civil injunctions against protesters breach the Aarhus Convention.
"We believe conscience-led, peaceful protest is essential in a healthy democracy," said Paul Parker, recording clerk for Quakers in Britain.
"When those acting from love and moral conviction are punished, it raises serious questions about justice."
ELUK, which represents more than 8 million members across UK conservation and environmental groups, is calling on the government to reverse recent anti-protest laws and to end the use of sweeping injunctions against campaigners.
The UK government says it remains committed to the Aarhus Convention and has no plans to withdraw. Quaker cases highlighted in international call to protect environmental protesters Read more about Quakers and protest hereSee - The Forgotten History of American Quakers | with Thomas Hamm
The Quakers are one of the most interesting and under-appreciated religious traditions in American history. From their radical reformation of Christian doctrine, to the founding of Pennsylvania and their odd place in an expanding America, Friends have played an unforgettable part. Join host Logan Istre and guest Dr. Thomas Hamm of Earlham College, the leading expert on American Quaker history, for this Quaker Odyssey. See it here The Forgotten History of American Quakers | with Thomas Hamm 10 am Saturday 15 November QSA AGM Presentation by Guest Speaker Josephine Kizza@ Wahroonga Meeting House
Friends and supporters of Quaker Service Australia are warmly invited to a special presentation with Josephine Kizza, Founder of St Jude Family Projects in Uganda, during her Australian visit. For in person attenders, a light lunch will be served following the presentation.
Event Details – Saturday 15 November 2025
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Time: 10:00–11:30 am AEDT
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Venue: Wahroonga Meeting House, 59 Boundary Rd, Wahroonga NSW 2076
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Online: Via Zoom (link provided after registration)
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Please register via Humanitix: https://events.humanitix.com/quaker-service-australia-agm-with-josephine-kizza-guest-speaker
(Registration is free but essential for catering and Zoom access.)
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November QBC -The Early Quaker Story
The November QBC (Quaker Book Club) selection is The Early Quaker Story by Gerard Guiton.
"The Early Quakers Story" is a work of systematic theology. It places the first Friends (Quakers) into their ecclesiastical, social, political, and theological context during the turbulent years of mid-seventeenth century Britain, a time of civil war and intellectual ferment. The early Quakers were known during their time as a 'radical sectary' and they wanted to revolutionize the religious environment with their particular brand of spiritual insight. They took their inspiration from the Gospel Jesus but they emphasised the Inward Light of the Christ, which they conflated with the Kingdom of God. Order a copy here https://www.amazon.com.au/Early-Quaker-Story-Gerard-Guiton/dp/1835974937 e - Wahroonga Send news of f/Friends and newsletter items to quiver...@yahoo.com.au Agenda items for Business Meeting should be emailed at wmnwah...@quakersaustralia.info or handed to a co-clerk. Visit us at "Our Home" First days (Sunday), 9.30 am Meeting for Worship - Wahroonga Friends Meeting, your local peace church. Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) 59 Boundary Road Wahroonga NSW 2076 Email:wmnwah...@quakersaustralia.info Web: Wahroonga Local Meeting | Australia Yearly Meeting A Zoom meeting occurs 9.30 am Sundays Meeting link Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting 918 558 7747 Passcode: 554662 Phone: 02 8015 6011 Please contact Paul Carter if you have any problems connecting 0433 886 093
Quaker Cases Highlighted in
International Call to Protect
Environmental Protesters
A Quaker's imprisonment for taking part in a peaceful climate protest has been cited in an international statement criticising the UK's treatment of environmental defenders.
Above - A candle-lit vigil for Quaker Gaie Delap whose imprisonment for peaceful climate protest, now cited in an international statement criticising the UK's treatment of environmental defenders.
Gaie Delap, a 78-year-old retired teacher and lifelong Quaker, was sentenced to 20 months for climbing onto gantries over the M25 in a Just Stop Oil protest. Her case is highlighted in a statement from Environment Links UK (ELUK), submitted this week to a meeting of the countries that have signed the Aarhus Convention, which gives people and organisations rights in environmental matters.
The statement accuses the UK of breaching its international obligations by penalising people who act peacefully to protect the environment.
It warns that new laws and heavy sentences are having a "chilling effect" on public participation and non-violent protest.
Quakers have been hit hard by these laws as their faith leads them to take peaceful action to protect the environment and Quakers in Britain are among the organisations supporting the statement.
ELUK also cite the unfounded prosecutions of environmental activities, including those opposing the Drax Power Station.
In September a court dismissed charges against 15 climate protesters, including four Quakers, accused of planning to lock on at the power station in August 2024.
The UK is the only country in western Europe to have its civic freedom classed as "obstructed" by Civicus.
The UK's long tradition of and respect for peaceful protest and non-violent civil disobedience has dramatically changed in the last few years, the ELUK statement says.
The UN's Special Rapporteur on Environmental Defenders, Michel Forst, has also criticised the UK's approach, saying long prison sentences and civil injunctions against protesters breach the Aarhus Convention.
"We believe conscience-led, peaceful protest is essential in a healthy democracy," said Paul Parker, recording clerk for Quakers in Britain.
"When those acting from love and moral conviction are punished, it raises serious questions about justice."
ELUK, which represents more than 8 million members across UK conservation and environmental groups, is calling on the government to reverse recent anti-protest laws and to end the use of sweeping injunctions against campaigners.
The UK government says it remains committed to the Aarhus Convention and has no plans to withdraw. Quaker cases highlighted in international call to protect environmental protesters Read more about Quakers and protest hereSee - The Forgotten History of American Quakers | with Thomas Hamm
The Quakers are one of the most interesting and under-appreciated religious traditions in American history. From their radical reformation of Christian doctrine, to the founding of Pennsylvania and their odd place in an expanding America, Friends have played an unforgettable part. Join host Logan Istre and guest Dr. Thomas Hamm of Earlham College, the leading expert on American Quaker history, for this Quaker Odyssey. See it here The Forgotten History of American Quakers | with Thomas Hamm 10 am Saturday 15 November QSA AGM Presentation by Guest Speaker Josephine Kizza@ Wahroonga Meeting House
Friends and supporters of Quaker Service Australia are warmly invited to a special presentation with Josephine Kizza, Founder of St Jude Family Projects in Uganda, during her Australian visit. For in person attenders, a light lunch will be served following the presentation.
Event Details – Saturday 15 November 2025
-
Time: 10:00–11:30 am AEDT
-
Venue: Wahroonga Meeting House, 59 Boundary Rd, Wahroonga NSW 2076
-
Online: Via Zoom (link provided after registration)
-
Please register via Humanitix: https://events.humanitix.com/quaker-service-australia-agm-with-josephine-kizza-guest-speaker
(Registration is free but essential for catering and Zoom access.)
Buy the Earthcare Game for Just $50For Limited Time Only Obtain Get in quick this offer is limited to 50 games at this price.
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YOUR PROMO CODE: JAKE
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|
| |
|
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|
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22 SEPTEMBER 2025 - 22 NOVEMBER 2025
|
|
|
|
|
|
| BUY NOW |
|
|
|
Everything on the Site for Just $50.00
November QBC -The Early Quaker Story
The November QBC (Quaker Book Club) selection is The Early Quaker Story by Gerard Guiton.
"The Early Quakers Story" is a work of systematic theology. It places the first Friends (Quakers) into their ecclesiastical, social, political, and theological context during the turbulent years of mid-seventeenth century Britain, a time of civil war and intellectual ferment. The early Quakers were known during their time as a 'radical sectary' and they wanted to revolutionize the religious environment with their particular brand of spiritual insight. They took their inspiration from the Gospel Jesus but they emphasised the Inward Light of the Christ, which they conflated with the Kingdom of God. Order a copy here https://www.amazon.com.au/Early-Quaker-Story-Gerard-Guiton/dp/1835974937 e - Wahroonga Send news of f/Friends and newsletter items to quiver...@yahoo.com.au Agenda items for Business Meeting should be emailed at wmnwah...@quakersaustralia.info or handed to a co-clerk. Visit us at "Our Home" First days (Sunday), 9.30 am Meeting for Worship - Wahroonga Friends Meeting, your local peace church. Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) 59 Boundary Road Wahroonga NSW 2076 Email:wmnwah...@quakersaustralia.info Web: Wahroonga Local Meeting | Australia Yearly Meeting A Zoom meeting occurs 9.30 am Sundays Meeting link Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting 918 558 7747 Passcode: 554662 Phone: 02 8015 6011 Please contact Paul Carter if you have any problems connecting 0433 886 093
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