Love as Action

AFSC invites Friends and people of all faiths to gather in Quaker-led silent worship all across the country—to share witness to the rising authoritarianism and oppression in the United States. 

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AFSC invites Friends across the country to gather in silent worship in public spaces to give witness to the rising authoritarianism and oppression in the United States. 

Shared witness reflects core Quaker principles: peace, equality, integrity, and community. And taking action publicly is a visible commitment to justice and compassion. 

By standing together in silence, we affirm that every person has worth, that fear and violence must give way to love and fairness, and that our communities thrive when all are welcomed.

The next actions will be held on Saturday, January 17.

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In December 2025, Friends in five U.S. cities held the first of monthly silent vigils with support from AFSC, inviting communities to join in quiet resistance.

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