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West Hills Friends is a Quaker meeting in Portland, Oregon. You can find more about us at www.westhillsfriends.org. Included on this page are words of people in our community, and visitors.

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Nathan Meckley reflects on Epiphany as the manifestation of light that both illuminates God’s presence and exposes the deep shadows of power, fear, and violence in the world. Nathan read the story of the Magi and we spent some time reflecting on the ... more

K. D. Novak Burnett shares “The Magnificat,” a short-story style reflection drawing from one of her childhood memories.

Nathan Meckley reads the first several verses of John known as the prologue, where rather than talking about a birth and childhood, the author casts the coming of Jesus into the world in cosmic and eternal proportion. We reflected on the passage usin... more

Laura Simmons talks about confronting the temptation to write off those who write us off.

In his message, Nathan Meckley spoke about how rather than joy being manufactured, it visits us. We receive it as a gift. Have your experiences of pleasure, of happiness, and of joy been similar emotionally or spiritually or how have they been differ... more

In her message, Kay Ellison asked the question how did Jesus handle living under a regime? And can I learn something from what Jesus did?

Stephen Deatherage offered the message on Sunday Nov 23, 2025. Stephen reflected on Moses and the Midianites, on current political figures, and on an imagined afterlife where we meet those we wronged and finally understand that love was the point all... more

Nathan Meckley invited us into Advent by reminding us that hope is not a feeling but a choice; a tenacious, even wild “bird in the soul” that we practice by living as people who choose hope.

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"A Wild Goose Kind of Hope" by Nathan Meckley
Q: From where does your hope come?
The speaker encourages listeners to contemplate the sources of their hope, indicating that it comes from spiritual and faith-based belief.
"A Wild Goose Kind of Hope" by Nathan Meckley
Q: Can you recall a time when you shifted from being hopeless to being hopeful?
The speaker invites reflection on personal experiences of shifting from hopelessness to hopefulness, suggesting that hope can emerge from faith and choice.
"A Wild Goose Kind of Hope" by Nathan Meckley
Q: How do you experience hope?
The speaker reflects on hope as both a feeling and a practice, emphasizing that it should be viewed as more than just an emotion.
"Friends of God, Friends of Christ, Friends of Truth," by Nathan Meckley
Q: Is your relationship with truth, with Christ, with God, friendly?
This question invites reflection on the nature of one's spiritual relationships and how they can grow closer over time.
"Friends of God, Friends of Christ, Friends of Truth," by Nathan Meckley
Q: What does it mean to you when you call someone, lowercase, friend?
The speaker prompts us to consider the varying levels of friendships and what that designation might mean in a spiritual context.

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Content explores the spiritual and community aspects of Quaker beliefs, emphasizing themes of integrity, friendship, and the significance of personal and collective storytelling. It features reflections on the importance of seasons and community practices, connecting listeners with both contemporary and historical contexts of Quakerism. Unique segments focus on fostering compassion, understanding, and mental well-being through faith, offering personal anecdotes and biblical references that resonate within daily life and broader societal issues. This approach cultivates a welcoming environment for individuals seeking to deepen their spiritual journey and connection with the Quaker community.

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