What is unique about Quaker parenting?

“Quakers are good at respecting the rights of the individual, knowing they are human beings at all ages – not acting as if they become so at some point in their lives. Whilst, as older, supposedly wiser, people, we have suggested, refused or insisted – we always explain; even if, in desperation, that’s been ‘Because I’m the parent – trust me!’ There are boundaries and rules set from a mutual expectation of trust and reasonableness.”

— Wendrie Heywood, 2011
Quaker administrator

Today’s Invitation

Respect the individual at all ages.

This Week’s Query

When have you experienced unconditional love?

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  • Wendrie Heywood is a lifelong Quaker who has served at every level of Britain Yearly Meeting’s committee structure. She is an experienced warden, charity administrator, and treasurer. For over a decade she’s used her business to mentor and serve clients – mostly treasurers, clerks, and trustees, but also volunteers and employees – directly and through creating blog posts, online courses, and training sessions.

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