Minute of Concern on Israel-Palestine

Ann Arbor Friends are united in concern about the death and destruction occurring in Israel and Palestine. We feel grief and sadness for the vulnerability experienced by people in both lands. We believe the Spirit calls us to care about all who suffer in this conflict and to respond peaceably, as we each are led.

We hold in the Light Friends who undertake the work of seeking information, supporting peace groups, working to sustain the Quaker presence in Ramallah, initiating interfaith dialogue, opposing the supply of weapons to combatants on both sides, and promoting economic development to lessen poverty in the region. We will continue to educate ourselves about this humanitarian crisis as we seek helpful ways to respond individually and as a Meeting.

Adopted by Meeting for Worship for Business,

Ann Arbor Friends Meeting, February 18, 2007