About the Quaker peace testimony
From early in our history, Quakers have taken a clear stand for peace and against military action. The words we have written, and action we have taken in opposition to war and in support of peace have come to be known as the Quaker “peace testimony". This downloadable printable booklet about Quakers and peace touches on historical roots and present-day concerns.
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A walk in their shoes
Design your own WWII conscientious objector walking tour
The guide uses a groundbreaking new database and map of World War II conscientious objectors to help you plan a walking tour between the homes they lived in. It can be used by individuals, schools or local history groups exploring local WWII history, or peace groups perhaps seeking to mark International Conscientious Objectors Day or commemorate an anniversary connected to WWII in an alternative way.
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Nuclear weapons FAQs
Written in June 2015 and updated in February 2016, this FAQs document explores various questions about nuclear weapons from 'Hasn't the UK already got rid of most of its nuclear weapons?' to 'Sooner or later, shouldn't we expect Iran or some other fundamentalist state or group to get hold of nuclear weapons and threaten us with them?'. It was put together by Timmon Wallis, author of Nuclear Abolition A Scenario, who worked on the Peace & Disarmament Programme at Quakers in Britain.
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Advice for Friends in times of war
This booklet was produced by Quaker Peace & Social Witness (QPSW) staff with experience of supporting British Friends through war situations. It seeks to bring together some of the learning from previous wars and is an attempt to help Friends to cope with a challenging context for a peace church. The booklet has advice for individuals and local meetings, and highlights the resources available to equip Friends to live their peace testimony in times of turmoil.
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Quaker peace postcard
A downloadable and printable postcard to hand out at actions or vigils. It asks the question, 'What makes you feel more secure?' and puts forward a Quakerly proposal for achieving peace.
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Quaker peace postcard (PDF)
Physical copies are available on request from peace@quaker.org.uk.
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Organising a vigil
This guide explores different aspects to consider if you are planning to hold a public vigil, or a meeting for worship to witness. It outlines different steps to consider, covering subjects that include: where and when a vigil should be held; what you might need; and who to include.
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