Abstract
Owning and embracing the Quaker decision-making process as a spiritual practice sustains the Quaker Christian identity as well as the intention of God to transform life for good. Quaker decision-making is critical in running the business meeting, at times referred to as the meeting of Church governance.1 In a further explanation, the Christian Faith and Practice in the Friends Church, Friends United Meeting in East Africa, notes, “In all meetings for church governance Friends hold the meeting in a spirit of prayer and worship. Friends give unhurried consideration to all proposals and opinions. All members have equal rights and privileges in attendance and participation in decision-making at meetings for church governance. Due process must be followed to ensure equality. Hidden rules and power influence should be avoided.
Recommended Citation
Lugusa Malande, Oscar
(2023)
"An Understanding of Quaker Decision-Making Process: A Synopsis of Its History and Theological Implications,"
Quaker Religious Thought: Vol. 141, Article 5.
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.georgefox.edu/qrt/vol141/iss1/5