Spiritual Deepening Program eRetreats and Online Offerings invite newcomers and Friends to build an online spiritual community through an exploration of Quaker thought and practice.

Spiritual growth is linked to community, and a Spiritual Deepening offering connects you with other curious seekers in an online exploration of Quaker thought, a deepening of your own spiritual practices, and the sharing of stories from your life and your personal journeys. Each eRetreat, worship sharing group, or book discussion is facilitated by deeply grounded Quakers.

Reading about [other participants’] experiences and ideas was an awe-some experience in itself for me. I truly appreciate the community who succeeded in going deeper individually and with each other. It is a rare opportunity for Friends to join together in this way.

Spiritual Deepening eRetreat participant

The work of the Spiritual Deepening eRetreat Program is made possible through the generous support of the Friends Foundation for the Aging.


eRetreat Schedule

  • Poetry as Spiritual Practice

    Wednesday, March 20, 2024
    Time: 3:00 PM -to 5:00 PM
    Virtual

    Description for Poetry as Spiritual Practice

    The Poetry as Spiritual Practice workshop invites you to experiment with words as a way to deepen your connection with your Inner Guide. (more…)

  • A Quaker Way of Living with Dying eRetreat

    Monday, March 25, 2024
    Time: 7:30 PM -to 9:00 PM
    Repeats every Monday,starting March 11, 2024 -through April 1, 2024
    Virtual

    Description for A Quaker Way of Living with Dying eRetreat

    The ‘A Quaker Way of Living with Dying’ eRetreat honors the spirituality of death while celebrating the richness of growing old. Through contemplation and community, we uncover the wisdom inherent in life’s transitions, guiding us to embrace each moment with…

  • A Quaker Way of Living with Dying eRetreat

    Monday, April 1, 2024
    Time: 7:30 PM -to 9:00 PM
    Repeats every Monday,starting March 11, 2024 -through April 1, 2024
    Virtual

    Description for A Quaker Way of Living with Dying eRetreat

    The ‘A Quaker Way of Living with Dying’ eRetreat honors the spirituality of death while celebrating the richness of growing old. Through contemplation and community, we uncover the wisdom inherent in life’s transitions, guiding us to embrace each moment with…

  • Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Monday, April 8, 2024
    Time: 6:30 PM -to 7:30 PM
    Repeats the second Monday of every month
    Virtual

    Description for Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Goal: Spiritual Deepening’s Worship for Newcomers aims to support Friends and seekers new to Quakerism. This program will introduce Newcomers to Quaker worship practices as well as allow them to ask questions and reflect on their experiences as they flow…

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    Encountering Spirit Retreat

    Friday, April 12, 2024 -through Sunday, April 14, 2024
    Time: All day
    Virtual

    Description for Encountering Spirit Retreat

    Join us for an online spiritual retreat to explore our experience of the Light, held by Friends General Conference. Encountering God is a key experience of our Quaker faith. What can Early Friends teach us about finding Truth? Where does…

  • Building a Meaningful and Connected Life eRetreat

    Monday, April 22, 2024
    Time: 7:30 PM -to 9:00 PM
    Repeats every Monday,starting April 22, 2024 -through May 13, 2024
    Virtual

    Description for Building a Meaningful and Connected Life eRetreat

    The Building a Meaningful and Connected Life eRetreat delves into the profound spirituality of meaning-making, resilience, renewal, and life transitions. Through contemplative practices and insightful discussions, we navigate the rich tapestry of growing older at any age, embracing its spiritual…

  • Poetry as Spiritual Practice

    Saturday, April 27, 2024
    Time: 10:00 AM -to 12:00 PM
    Virtual

    Description for Poetry as Spiritual Practice

    The Poetry as Spiritual Practice workshop invites you to experiment with words as a way to deepen your connection with your Inner Guide. (more…)

  • Building a Meaningful and Connected Life eRetreat

    Monday, May 6, 2024
    Time: 7:30 PM -to 9:00 PM
    Repeats every Monday,starting April 22, 2024 -through May 13, 2024
    Virtual

    Description for Building a Meaningful and Connected Life eRetreat

    The Building a Meaningful and Connected Life eRetreat delves into the profound spirituality of meaning-making, resilience, renewal, and life transitions. Through contemplative practices and insightful discussions, we navigate the rich tapestry of growing older at any age, embracing its spiritual…

  • Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Monday, May 13, 2024
    Time: 6:30 PM -to 7:30 PM
    Repeats the second Monday of every month
    Virtual

    Description for Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Goal: Spiritual Deepening’s Worship for Newcomers aims to support Friends and seekers new to Quakerism. This program will introduce Newcomers to Quaker worship practices as well as allow them to ask questions and reflect on their experiences as they flow…

  • Poetry as Spiritual Practice

    Wednesday, May 22, 2024
    Time: 7:00 PM -to 9:00 PM
    Virtual

    Description for Poetry as Spiritual Practice

    The Poetry as Spiritual Practice workshop invites you to experiment with words as a way to deepen your connection with your Inner Guide. (more…)

  • Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Monday, June 10, 2024
    Time: 6:30 PM -to 7:30 PM
    Repeats the second Monday of every month
    Virtual

    Description for Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Goal: Spiritual Deepening’s Worship for Newcomers aims to support Friends and seekers new to Quakerism. This program will introduce Newcomers to Quaker worship practices as well as allow them to ask questions and reflect on their experiences as they flow…

  • Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Monday, July 8, 2024
    Time: 6:30 PM -to 7:30 PM
    Repeats the second Monday of every month
    Virtual

    Description for Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Goal: Spiritual Deepening’s Worship for Newcomers aims to support Friends and seekers new to Quakerism. This program will introduce Newcomers to Quaker worship practices as well as allow them to ask questions and reflect on their experiences as they flow…

  • Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Monday, August 12, 2024
    Time: 6:30 PM -to 7:30 PM
    Repeats the second Monday of every month
    Virtual

    Description for Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Goal: Spiritual Deepening’s Worship for Newcomers aims to support Friends and seekers new to Quakerism. This program will introduce Newcomers to Quaker worship practices as well as allow them to ask questions and reflect on their experiences as they flow…

  • Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Monday, September 9, 2024
    Time: 6:30 PM -to 7:30 PM
    Repeats the second Monday of every month
    Virtual

    Description for Meeting for Worship for Newcomers and Seekers

    Goal: Spiritual Deepening’s Worship for Newcomers aims to support Friends and seekers new to Quakerism. This program will introduce Newcomers to Quaker worship practices as well as allow them to ask questions and reflect on their experiences as they flow…


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