Our Faith
The 9 Core Quaker Beliefs
At Westfield Monthly Meeting, we are members of the Religious Society of Friends of the Truth. This sect arose as a radical Christian sect in 17th century Puritan England. Since then it has evolved to minister to the spiritual needs of the 21st century.
We hold true to these nine basic beliefs:
(as articulated by Arthur Larrabee)
1
There is a living, dynamic spiritual presence at work in the world that is both within us and outside of us.
2
There is that of God in everyone.
3
Each person is capable of the direct and unmediated experience of God.
4
Our understanding and experience of God is nurtured and enlarged in community.
5
The Bible is an important spiritual resource, and the life and teachings of Jesus are relevant for us today.
6
The revelation of God’s truth is continuing and ongoing.
7
We welcome truth from whatever source it may come.
8
Our inward experience of God transforms us and leads us into outward expressions of faithful living, witness, and action.
9
Modeling God’s presence in our lives is more important than espousing beliefs.
Our inclusive worship community in Southern New Jersey believes in living out these nine basic beliefs throughout our daily lives.