Who are the ‘Post holders’ in our Area meeting ?
You … are at the heart of our Quaker communities scattered across the north of Scotland and we link together through Local Meetings, Worshipping Groups, discussion groups and our Area Meeting. In addition to routine… Read More »Who does what at Area Meeting?
I am currently an Area Meeting Trustee, but I truthfully don’t know why! I was asked to accept the role about 10 years ago, and in true blind faith said ‘If you feel I could make… Read More »Who are our Area Meeting Trustees and what do they do?
The Quaker notion that the ‘Light’ or our own idea of god exists within everyone is a challenging one, which brings risks. People within the organization may feel lost or forgotten, or participants with more… Read More »What is the Role of Elders and Overseers?
Across BYM, the responsibilities of elders and overseers have been seen as separate roles. In North Scotland Area Meeting, for so many years that I can’t remember why, the roles have been combined. I hope… Read More »What are Elders and Overseers?
The Parliamentary Engagement Officer (PEO) is one of a small team of people who work to promote understanding of Quakerism in Britain and to increase the social impact of Quaker activities. The PEO works on behalf… Read More »What’s the Role of the Quaker Parliamentary Engagement Officer?