​Quakers reject war and violence in all its forms.
We believe in the divine worth of every person and our commitment to human dignity is
unwavering.
A cease-fire between Hamas and Israel that took effect 19 January 2025 silenced most guns and
renewed hope for an end to a months-long conflict. Hanover Friends Meeting urges the U.S. and
all parties to ensure that this is not simply a pause but a permanent cease-fire. We join the call
from the Friends Committee on National Legislation, the Quaker community’s advocacy
organization: "With the ceasefire in Gaza on uncertain ground, Congress needs to hold President
Trump and the Israeli government accountable. Palestinian civilians must be protected and aid
must be able to access Gaza."
Hanover Friends Meeting supports full, unimpeded humanitarian relief, and we continue to
advocate for a just and lasting peace. Further, we call for an embargo on U.S. arms sales to Israel
to deter future atrocities against the Palestinian people.
President Trump has called for the mass expulsion of Palestinians and a U.S. takeover of Gaza
We decry such actions, which would amount to a U.S.-led ethnic cleansing and colonization of
Palestine.
As Quakers, we are steadfast in our commitment to honoring the divine Light in every person
and doing everything in our power to prevent further violence and destruction in Gaza and Israel.