Because early Quakers believed every day and every act was sacred, they did not practice sacraments such as baptism and the eucharist. They also did not observe holidays, as they saw all days as holy. Today, many Quakers tend to join in varied holiday festivities such as Christmas or Thanksgiving.
Seeking to live centered lives in the Spirit, Friends hold to ideals of simplicity and honesty in all their activities. To reduce excessive activity, to use material things sparingly, and to maintain a sense of stewardship towards the resources of this earth is to keep free of encumbering involvements that may hamper life and movement of the Spirit. Friends believe that direct and truthful discourse, tempered always by tenderness, facilitates full communication and understanding.
South Central Yearly Meeting Faith and Practice, page 11.
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