These texts were written during the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic – an unprecedented time of loss. Millions of people around the world lost loved ones, many have lost their livelihoods and most of us lost the freedom to live our lives as normal. But many of us also found more time to reflect on our lives, our priorities and what a better future might look like.

We all had to adapt to unprecedented circumstances and Friends have been no exception. We moved to virtual forms of gathering which brought unexpectedly positive experiences but also challenges of worshipping via technological tools.

All of these experiences have inspired this collection of writings and we hope that it will grow.

If you wish to share one or all of the texts with friends, please contact the Clerk of BLYM (quakerclerk@gmail.com) out of courtesy to those whose texts they are.

Should you feel moved to share your own experiences, please contact the Clerk likewise.