Publications and Distribution Committee of FGC, Minutes from May 10^th 2008 meeting at Stony Run Monthly Meeting in Baltimore, MD

Minute for Quaker Youth Writings: We heard a report from Angelina Conti who serves as project coordinator of the Quaker Youth Book Project, a project of QUIP, about an exciting book - an anthology of writings from teenage and young adult Friends, ages 15-35. The editorial board of younger Friends is intentionally geographically diverse, reflecting the widest faith diversity of Friends, and has been from the beginning fully involved in framing its work.

Friends were clearly moved by the prospect of a work to be produced by these young adult Friends, that it would reflect the various languages and faith truth of Friends.

P&D members found inspiration from the report of this project, and believe in its value for nurturing our religious society. We are excited about the plan presented; we have considered the possible publication costs, and are committed to publishing this book when the manuscript is ready, projected to be released in 2010.

Youth Ministries Committee of FGC, Meeting Sixth Month 15-17, 2007 at Syracuse Monthly Meeting, Syracuse, New York

6.16.07:10- Robin briefly reviewed the material we had received in advance from Quakers Uniting In Publications, which outlines their specific notions regarding our proposed collaboration on the youth book project. She reminded us of our deliberations in March regarding this collaboration and our minuted support for the idea. She also notes that the terms of the collaboration as they outline it speak to our strengths as a committee. This book is being conceptualized as an inspirational catalyst, providing a space to give voice to powerful spiritual experiences of Quaker youth across all branches of Quakerism, a goal we recognize is central to our stated purpose as a committee. QUIP has already made it clear in taking those suggestions we offered from our March meeting that they value our contributions to this project, something we deeply appreciate and hope will continue as this collaboration ripens and develops. Several members of the committee expressed interest in supporting parts of this work—Robin, Maia and Jean-Marie would be interested in the writing workshops; Jean-Marie and Emily in serving jointly as an advisor, Emily in doing connection and outreach; others expressed enthusiasm in our committee being involved though they are unclear about the specific role they might serve at this time. We are clear to respond positively to Quip’s request that we collaborate on the development of this youth book project.