This we call ministry. When the elders shake hands, Meeting is ended. Everyone contributes to the conduct of the Meeting. We do not celebrate the outward symbols of baptism, holy communion or other sacraments. We feel that they can actually come between us and the presence of God.
Every situation contains the seeds of the sacramental.
Each person has the capability to respond to the leadings of God. We call this the inner light, and this is at the heart of our faith. Our goal is to strengthen this light within ourselves, and in the hearts of others. Quakers see the scriptures as the product of the light rather than its source. Quakers work for the equality and acceptance of all people who face discrimination in society.