Chico Friends Meeting is a Quaker community located in Chico, CA, that welcomes religious seekers to participate in their worship and engage in the activities of their common life. With a tradition spanning over 360 years, they uphold the belief in the equality of all people and honor the fluidity and changeability of gender expression and identity. Their meetings for worship center around waiting on God in silence, where individuals are encouraged to speak, pray, or sing as they feel prompted by God's spirit. They offer various programs and resources to help newcomers learn more about the Quaker faith and their meeting.
Chico Friends Meeting values the worship of God above all else, with spoken messages offered in the spirit of worship rather than as lectures or discussions. Their meetinghouse serves as a gathering place for worship, where individuals can sit anywhere they like and leave seats near the doors for latecomers. After the meeting, there is time for children to share their activities, introductions, and announcements. The meeting also provides a library with books, pamphlets, and Quaker periodicals for borrowing, as well as a monthly newsletter for those interested. Visitors are invited to join them in worship and engage with members who are happy to answer any questions.
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