New Life Church

The Quaker Meetings Mattapoisett Friends Meeting House in New Bedford, MA is a welcoming community that embraces the diverse global tradition of the Religious Society of Friends, commonly known as Quakers. They believe in the direct experience of the divine nature of the universe, continued revelation, and the importance of silent worship as a way to listen for messages from the divine. With a focus on simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and equity, the Quaker Meetings provide a space for individuals to come together in shared silence to seek spiritual guidance and support each other in recognizing divine messages. Rooted in the teachings of early Friends like George Fox, the Quaker Meetings strive to live out their faith by being examples of love, compassion, and equality in all aspects of life. Generated from the website

The Franciscans of the Immaculate is a religious institute founded by two Franciscan friars, Fr. Stefano Maria Manelli and Fr. Gabriel Maria Pellettieri, with the aim of perfectly conforming to the poor, humble, crucified Jesus through a life of charity, supernatural obedience, and poverty. They are dedicated to the Immaculate Virgin and follow the example of St. Maximilian Mary Kolbe, emphasizing the Marian dimension of St. Francis' ideal and Rule. Established by Pope John Paul II in 1990, the Franciscans of the Immaculate are a pontifical institute of religious life. They strive to bring knowledge and love of the Immaculate to the world through mass media, following the example of St. Maximilian M. Kolbe. Their mission is to cooperate fully in the conquest of all souls for God, guided by the Immaculate Virgin.Generated from the website