Durham Friends Woman’s Society Meeting Minutes, February 16, 2026 , Hybrid Meeting
Present: Dorothy Curtis, President, Sarah Sprogell, Kim Bolshaw, On Zoom: Susan Gilbert, Secretary, Joyce Gibson.
Cards: For Friends.
Program and Devotions: We took turns reading from USFWI Blueprints Volume 82, “Love in Many Languages” Lesson 5 “Love Well” by Miriam Arnell Mmbali. Scripture Jeremiah 31:3. Born in Sweden, Miriam always wanted to be a missionary, and as an adult moved to Vietnam. She loved her mission work, the food, culture, people and country. Before two years, she was heartbroken to lose her visa. She moved to Belize, where her husband started Belize Friends Church. With her faith in God working and praying with the children and women, Miriam began to love her new life, and USFWI Belize was born. Reminded by the story of Martha and Mary, she served God in her work, and saved time to quietly connect with the spirit of God. Our group read the “Questions for Reflection” together, and shared some thoughts: focusing on God’s love in challenging situations, letting go of expectation, and watching how a way could open. We talked about paying attention to our inner selves, with prayer, forgiveness, finding God in community, having patience, and providing healthy food for loved ones.
Treasurer’s Report: Donations to New Beginnings and SASSMM were paid. The $45. left from the $80. tablecloth fund was deposited, making a balance of $120.20
Minutes: Susan read the 1.19.’26 Minutes.
Tedford Meal: The February 2 Tedford meal was corn chowder and squash soup, saltines, 2 loaves of bread, peanut butter, cheese, coleslaw and clementines. The March 2 meal will be provided by Team D, Dorothy Curtis team leader. Durham Friends provide dinner for Tedford House on the first Monday of each month. Contributions of prepared food or money for Tedford meals are always welcome.
Next Meeting: March 16, 2026, 7 PM.
Other Business: Thank you Sarah Sprogell for joining us and providing tech support for this meeting and the Saturday, 2.21 USFWI NE Region annual meeting.
Dorothy closed the meeting with a quote from Thomas á Kempis:
“Nothing is sweeter than love, nothing higher, nothing broader, either in Heaven or earth, because love is born of God, and rising above all created things can find rest in Him alone.”
Respectfully Submitted, Susan Gilbert
