Quaker Action for Peace & Justice
Quakers have a long tradition of social action to aid the downtrodden and to remove the causes of war. Each Meeting chooses its own approach to these issues. San Antonio Meeting has spoken out on various issues of concern. It also sponsors a long-term project to support young people as they seek alternatives to military service.
FMSA Statements on Issues of Social Concern:
- Statement on the Events of
September 11th, 2001
On September 16, 2001, Friends Meeting of San Antonio united with statements made jointly by FWCC, FGC, AFSC, PHYM and FUM; and separately by FCNL that were issued in response to the events of September 11, 2001. After additional consideration, Friends Meeting of San Antonio approved the following minute on September 23, 2001.-
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- Response to the U.S. Bombing of Afghanistan
On October 14, 2001, Friends Meeting of San Antonio united with the statement made jointly by FGC, AFSC, PHYM and FCNL that was issued in response to the commencement of bombing in Afghanistan.- Click HERE to read our press release (popup).