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C. Wess Daniels
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Quaker Studies at Guilford College, Minister, Author, & Cycling Enthusiast.

Author of “Resisting Empire: The Book of Revelation as Resistance.” Co-Editor of “The Quaker World.”

http://gatheringlight.com
https://wessdaniels.micro.blog/
My Pendle Hill Pamphlet released last week. Here's the post with links for anyone interested in learning more or participating in the zoom discussion next Monday evening.

www.gatheringinlight.com/god-...
God Bless the Grass - Pendle Hill Pamphlet Published
Hi Friends, I hope that you are well. I mentioned in a previous post that I've been hard at work with a number of projects this summer. Here is the video of my plenary from NEYM I gave this past weekend if you're interested. New England Yearly Meeting
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August 5, 2026 at 3:22 PM
I'm looking forward to the publication of my Pendle Hill Pamphlet titled: "God Bless the Grass: Liturgies of Empire, Liturgies of Resistance" It will be issue #500.

As a part of that, I'll give an online lecture on August 10th. You can register for that here:

pendlehill.org/calendar/lambs...
pendlehill.org
June 5, 2026 at 2:01 PM
"We believe in the importance of being informed and thoughtful about GenAI and its long- and short-term effects, especially as these technologies have entered into our disciplinary conversations and the classes we teach."

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Refusing Generative AI in Writing Studies
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June 1, 2026 at 11:39 PM
This has been out awhile but I just heard about it from the “Tech Won’t Save Us Podcast.”

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The Left Doesn't Hate Technology, We Hate Being Exploited
Techno-cynics are all just wounded techno-optimists.
aftermath.site
May 30, 2026 at 3:19 AM
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Pleased to see this research reaching a wider audience!
March 28, 2026 at 4:34 PM
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Quaker studies people, please read and circulate this CFP for a special issue of @quakerrelthought.bsky.social on Joseph John Gurney, edited by Paul Harris: qtdg.org/2026/05/20/c...
Call for Papers: Re-Appraising the Theology of Joseph John Gurney (A Special QRT Issue)
A CALL FOR PAPERS: QUAKER RELIGIOUS THOUGHT SPECIAL ISSUEA re-appraisal of the theology of Joseph John Gurney (1788-1847) Quaker Religious Thought is pleased to announce that a special issue of the…
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May 20, 2026 at 10:20 PM
Giving the show "The Burroughs" a try. They had me at Different Brothers.

Any one watch it yet?
May 28, 2026 at 1:31 AM
@[email protected] not far off from what we were talking about ealrier today.

Original post: wandering.shop/@cstross/116...
May 27, 2026 at 11:49 PM
On a call with the Carolina Federation this evening learning about NC constitutional amendments and candidate endorsements on the ballot for November.

I really liked learning about their approach of building "power over preference" when thinking about these issues.

carolinafederation.org
An NC People-Powered Movement | The Carolina Federation
The Carolina Federation is a multiracial, working-class movement building democratic participation, and lasting change through grassroots organizing in North Carolina.
carolinafederation.org
May 27, 2026 at 11:04 PM
"Solidarity," said Pope Francis, "when lived out in its fullest sense, almost means "to restore to the poor what belongs to them."

- Pope Leo - #66 - www.vatican.va/content/leo-xi...
Encyclical Letter of His Holiness Leo XIV Magnifica Humanitas (15 May 2026)
ENCYCLICAL LETTER MAGNIFICA HUMANITAS OF HIS HOLINESS POPE LEO XIV ON SAFEGUARDING THE HUMAN PERSON IN THE TIME OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE [ Multimedia ] ___________________________
www.vatican.va
May 27, 2026 at 6:42 PM
Working through Pope Leo's encyclical on Artificial Intelligence. About halfway through it and really enjoying it so far and learning a ton about Catholic Social Doctrine.

The goal is to finish & write a theological response Quaker Religious Thought for June.

#QuakerReligiousThought #Quakers
May 27, 2026 at 6:18 PM
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News you can use
On the one-year anniversary of EMPIRE OF AI, I am so, so excited to announce The AI Resist List, a new project that documents examples of resistance to the AI empires around the world 😍

airesistlist.org
May 22, 2026 at 12:58 AM
#Quakers Friends Fiduciary has a new job opportunity:

The Shareholder Advocate works w/ the ED and other staff to coordinate our impactful shareholder engagement and policy advocacy work; conduct ongoing analysis of critical social and environmental issues…

more:

friendsfiduciary.org/about-us..
Career Opportunities | Friends Fiduciary
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May 18, 2026 at 8:27 PM
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> the emperor is at war with the pope

what century is it
April 13, 2026 at 2:47 AM
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OpenAI wants to be off the hook if its frontier AI models go rogue and cause 100+ deaths or more than $1 billion in financial damages. from @mzeff.bsky.social
OpenAI Backs Bill That Would Limit Liability for AI-Enabled Mass Deaths or Financial Disasters
The ChatGPT-maker testified in favor of an Illinois bill that would limit when AI labs can be held liable—even in cases where their products cause “critical harm.”
www.wired.com
April 10, 2026 at 12:32 AM
I’m excited about my upcoming Portland visit.

Original post: www.gatheringinlight.com/a-shot-of-li...
February 23, 2026 at 4:12 AM
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Someone tried to kill Donald Trump again, and it was a Trump supporter again. Life goes on.
February 23, 2026 at 3:11 AM
Inspired by Brad over at @penaddict.com, I've created a page on my blog for my most regular "analog defaults" I love using.

www.gatheringinlight.com/analog/
Analog Tools
These are my "analog defaults." Inspired by Brad over at Pen Addict, these are the analog tools I use everyday. For those of you who have been following along for long enough or know me in person, you know I love pens, good paper, and notebooks. I try to always
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February 21, 2026 at 3:47 PM
The Quaker tradition is the #fediverse of Christianity.

#Quakers
February 20, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Hey #Quakers and Quaker adjacent folks looking for a job in the Philly Area: Guilford College is looking for an assistant director of admissions in the Northeast Region. We need help recruiting for our awesome college.

Consider applying:

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Assistant Director of Admissions - Northeast Region
People are drawn to Guilford College for a number of reasons, including the College’s Core Values of community, diversity, equality, excellence, integrity, justice, and stewardship. Working at Guilford provides you with a rewarding opportunity to impact the developing lives of students from a range of diverse backgrounds. Guilford attracts those who are seeking a professional challenge and career advancement. It also attracts those who want to enjoy a beautiful campus and location in the dynamic city of Greensboro, North Carolina. Guilford College offers a wide range of benefits for full-time regular employees, including 13 paid holidays, tuition remission, health insurance, telemedicine, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, a retirement plan, and optional dental and vision insurance. In addition, employment at the College provides employees with access to numerous discounts for products, services, and attractions. Position Summary ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ADMISSION - NORTHEAST REGION People are drawn to Guilford College for a number of reasons, including the College’s Core Values of community, diversity, equality, excellence, integrity, justice, and stewardship. Working at Guilford provides you with a rewarding opportunity to impact the developing lives of students from a range of diverse backgrounds. Guilford attracts those who are seeking a professional challenge and career advancement. It also attracts those who want to enjoy a beautiful campus and location in the dynamic city of Greensboro, North Carolina. Guilford College offers a wide range of benefits for full-time regular employees, including 13 paid holidays, tuition remission, health insurance, telemedicine, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, a retirement plan, and optional dental and vision insurance. In addition, employment at the College provides employees with access to numerous discounts for products, services, and attractions. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract and enroll a diverse and talented student body. Serve as the primary recruiter for the Philadelphia region as well as New England, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. Serve as the primary contact for Quaker high schools and camps. Represent Guilford College at college fairs, high school visits, and community events. Conduct regional information sessions and presentations to prospective students and their families. Cultivate relationships with high school counselors, community organizations, and other key influencers. Application Review and Admission Decisions: Review and evaluate student applications, including transcripts, test scores, essays, and recommendation letters. Participate in admission committee meetings and contribute to the holistic review process. Make informed recommendations and decisions regarding student admissions. Communication and Counseling: Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective students and their families, providing information and guidance throughout the admission process. Respond to inquiries via phone, email, and in-person meetings in a timely and professional manner. Advise applicants on admission requirements, financial aid options, and scholarship opportunities. Data Analysis and Reporting: Track and analyze recruitment data to assess the effectiveness of admission strategies and initiatives. Prepare regular reports on application trends, enrollment statistics, and recruitment activities for the Chief Enrollment Officer. Collaboration and Team Support: Work closely with the admission team to coordinate recruitment efforts and ensure a cohesive approach. Collaborate with other departments, such as financial aid, academic advising, and student services, to support student success and retention. Ideal candidate will live in the Philadelphia region or be located in Greensboro but willing to relocate to the Philadelphia region for two months in the Fall and one month in the Spring. Ideal candidate will also need to be familiar with Quaker education - either through attending a Quaker meeting, Quaker high school, or Quaker college. Guilford College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, ordinance or regulation. See our full Statement of Non-Discrimination. Guilford’s longstanding mission is clear and distinctive: To provide a transformative, practical, and excellent liberal arts education that produces critical thinkers in an inclusive, diverse environment, guided by Quaker testimonies of community, equality, integrity, peace and simplicity and emphasizing the creative problem solving skills, experience, enthusiasm, and international perspectives necessary to promote positive change in the world. Guilford College is grounded in the relentless pursuit of its seven Core Values. These enduring values are the basis of the College’s mission and are guided by the Quaker testimonies. The College was founded by the Society of Friends (Quakers) in 1837, and their principles are reflected in the campus culture. Community Diversity Equality Excellence Integrity Justice Stewardship The campus community identified these values through a participative and inclusive process in 2003. The pursuit of these Core Values is integral to the educational experience we offer, abundantly visible in academic and co-curricular campus life.
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February 20, 2026 at 3:27 AM
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This (about the 'new' Grammarly AI toolset) is absolutely terrifying, not because the tool is good, but because it is an easy, all-in-one, way to avoid thinking any thoughts or doing any work at all *and 3000 universities say its OK to use*.
www.carleton.edu/ai/blog/gram...
Grammarly Revisited - Carleton College
A close look at Grammarly's new AI tools
www.carleton.edu
February 18, 2026 at 9:08 AM
February 18, 2026 at 1:41 AM
Any #BowenTheory practitioners out there?

I've been doing a continuing studies class since the fall with the Center for the Study of Family and would love to connect with folks who use the theory.

www.thebowencenter.org/
The Bowen Center for the Study of the Family
The Bowen Center offers conferences, training programs, and publications on Bowen theory. Learn more about Murray Bowen and Bowen theory here.
www.thebowencenter.org
February 17, 2026 at 10:23 PM