Essential Reading for Newcomers
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The Book List
- Philadelphia Yearly Meeting, Faith and Practice: A survey of new members found this to be the most useful single reference by far.
- Copies are also available for sale at the literature table in the Cherry Street Room or the Meeting office.
- Read it online for free
- Take a look at Friends General Conference's Reading Resources for Newcomers
Other Resources
Friends Journal
It is available by subscription by calling 215-241-7277 or visiting the Friends Journal website.
Pendle Hill Pamphlets
Pendle Hill, a Quaker study center, has been publishing pamphlets since 1934. Some of these have become classics, and taken together they cover a wide range of Friends topics and concerns. Check out Pendle Hill's website.
The Philadelphia Yearly Meeting Library
The PYM Library has a large selection, or contact the Pendle Hill Bookstore or Friends General Conference Bookstore (see below).
How to Get Books
Buy Them
Friends General Conference Bookstore
215-561-1700
Pendle Hill Bookstore
215-566-4514
Call or write for catalogs or to place an order, or visit. Call ahead for store hours.