The First Sunday Light Group

The practice of Experiment with Light (EwL) is based on the discoveries of Early Friends, reflected in the writings of George Fox and others. Using a range of guided meditations the spiritual discipline was developed by Rex Ambler, a Quaker and theologian. Friends are led to explore their own relationship with the Light and to witness the working of the Light in one another’s lives. It is a core Quaker spiritual practice and consists of 4 main steps, namely:

1. mind the Light
2. open your heart to the truth
3. wait in the Light
4. reach toward inner peace

The central purpose of a Light Group is the development of spiritual life. Some of our members here speak for themselves:

It is a constant companion to my spiritual life. It’s enriched my spiritual life … It’s absolutely at the centre.

Meditating at the Light Group meeting has enabled me to find a place deep within, where there is space to be without cares and concerns crowding in.

For me the EwL groups I've sat with, including this one, have inspired a deeper level of contemplative practice, discernment and spiritual inspiration. I've uncovered deeper truths about myself, seen others in new, more loving light, dealt with past shadows, and connected to a creative energy that's brought me closer to what I understand to be my relationship with God.

Being a member of Light Group is at the heart of my Quaker life. It can challenge, support, ground and uplift me in often unexpected ways. The connection of the group is very special and helps me feel rooted as Quaker.

Being a member of the Light Group has had an impact on my spiritual life.  It makes a space in my life for what I see as spiritual development in giving me food for thought. … I need what I get from the Light Group, spiritually, very much.

I have been involved in Light Groups for some years. Being a member of my current Light Group is an anchor for my spiritual life in a time of change and challenge.

The well held EwL process in our group, has enabled witness of the light at work in me/us as we open to it.  I have found my experience of self-examination, inner peace and connection to God strengthened and illuminated by it. It facilitates shared witness of the light of the Spirit at work in our lives. I am very grateful for the EwL and have found that holding the group on Zoom has all the transformative power that meeting face to face had, which has surprised me.

Experiment with Light has played an important part in deepening my spiritual life. It has made me more aware of the value of sharing, recognising we are not alone. Meetings give me strength and feed my soul.

The Light Group, as the name suggests, meets the first Sunday of each month by Zoom. New members are always welcome. Our members come from across Scotland, so you do not need to live within the Perth area to join us. For more information please contact first-sunday-light-group [at] quaker.scot