Why I am a Quaker
Thu 17 Sept · 18:00
Friends Meeting House
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The Why I am a Quaker event will take place at the Friends Meeting House in Cambridge on September 17, 2026, with free admission. The event is a community discussion about the reasons for attending Quaker meetings.
Why do we come to meeting for worship on a Sunday, and why do we keep coming back?
Why do we come to meeting for worship on a Sunday, and why do we keep coming back? What does it mean for each of us to be a Quaker? How do we find the help to live more meaningful lives in the world? In this session you will hear from a few Cambridge Quakers on what they experience at Quakers and how Quakerism fits into their lives. Followed by a chance for questions and discussion.
This event is hosted by Cambridge Quakers. To find out more about Quakers visit: quaker.org.uk/about-quakers
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Why I am a Quaker takes place on Thursday, 17 September 2026 at 18:00.
Why I am a Quaker is held at Friends Meeting House in Cambridge (12 Jesus Lane, Cambridge, CB5 8BA).
Entry to Why I am a Quaker is free.
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The Why I am a Quaker event will take place at the Friends Meeting House in Cambridge on September 17, 2026, with free admission. The event is a community discussion about the reasons for attending Quaker meetings.
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Organiser’s full description
Why do we come to meeting for worship on a Sunday, and why do we keep coming back?
Why do we come to meeting for worship on a Sunday, and why do we keep coming back? What does it mean for each of us to be a Quaker? How do we find the help to live more meaningful lives in the world? In this session you will hear from a few Cambridge Quakers on what they experience at Quakers and how Quakerism fits into their lives. Followed by a chance for questions and discussion.
This event is hosted by Cambridge Quakers. To find out more about Quakers visit: quaker.org.uk/about-quakers
Description supplied by the event organiser.
📍 Venue
Friends Meeting House12 Jesus Lane, Cambridge, CB5 8BA
Queen Edith's, Cambridge
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When is Why I am a Quaker?
Why I am a Quaker takes place on Thursday, 17 September 2026 at 18:00.
Where is Why I am a Quaker taking place?
Why I am a Quaker is held at Friends Meeting House in Cambridge (12 Jesus Lane, Cambridge, CB5 8BA).
How much are tickets for Why I am a Quaker?
Entry to Why I am a Quaker is free.
How do I get tickets for Why I am a Quaker?
Tickets for Why I am a Quaker can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Date
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