Welcome. You Are Among Friends.
In a world of greed, endless hurry and violence, there is a better way of life. This is made possible by Jesus Christ who shows us the infinite love and mercy of God, and who with the Holy Spirit accompanies us day by day, helping us find goodness among the difficult choices that constantly confront us.
You are invited to explore this kind of life among friends
Listening to Christ - A simple faith that transforms lives.
11:00 AM Sunday Worship Includes
- Music
- Interactive Sunday School
- Friends Sharing
- Prayer
- Silent Meditation
- A Timely Message
- Fellowship with Refreshments
Meet Our Pastor
| Janice Ninan has been pastor of The Collins Friends Meeting since 2001. A graduate of Michigan State University and Buffalo State College, Janice holds Bachelor’s and Masters Degrees in Education and English Literature. She has also studied counseling at Roswell Park Pastoral training program, and Erie Community College. Janice has an extensive background in New York Yearly Meeting, Friends United Meeting, Friends General Conference, and American Friends Service Committee. She has been co-founder, principal, and teacher at Blossom Garden Friends School for 30 years. |  |
History of Collins Friends Meeting
The Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) is the oldest religious organization in southern Erie County. Soon after 1800 Quaker missionaries came to this area to work among Native Americans. In 1807, 700 acres were purchased to open a mission; this was the first land purchased in what is known as the Town of Collins. In 1809 these Quaker missionaries were the first non-Indian inhabitants of southwestern Erie County. After meeting first in a log house, and then one of framed timber, Friends erected the present building (pictured above) in 1888. Over the years Collins Friends have acted on their concern for the persecuted and oppressed. They supported an orphanage and a school for the Senecas, and they made their homes available as “stations” on the Underground Railroad, helping enslaved Americans reach Canada. Today we continue the dream and vision of these pioneers: to be a living fellowship with trust in God, and to continue Christ's legacy of love and service.