Carl Sagan on Mystery
A post-platform discussion Sunday (December 9, 2018) included the question: What would Carl Sagan say about “mystery”? Here are a few quotes from Sagan on the topic: From Cosmos: Every aspect of Nature reveals a deep mystery and touches our sense of wonder...Responding to Attacks on Inclusion and Democracy
Our hearts are heavy after last week’s three major hate attacks: the shooting of two African American elders in Kentucky, after the shooter had first attempted to enter a black church he found locked; the pipe bombs sent to major political figures in perhaps...Quick Guide to Forgiveness
In this fall season, with Yom Kippur and Rosh Hashanah on many minds, the topic of forgiveness often comes up. What does forgiveness mean in Ethical Culture? What is our responsibility to forgive? Felix Adler, founder of Ethical Culture, addressed forgiveness in An...Worth and Dignity of Abusers
(from a short piece I wrote in 2003) I am often asked how I can have faith in the inherent worth and dignity of every human being. If someone abuses you or others repeatedly, seriously, are they still persons of worth? Here’s my quick summary of conclusions...Holidays at the Turning of the Year
At the time of the turning of the year, a question I often get asked by people outside of Ethical Culture is, “What kind of holidays does an Ethical Society celebrate?” Or, sometimes more specifically, “What do you do about Christmas?” When I...Sunday Meetings
Apr
5
Sun
11:00 am Liberation Ethics 
Liberation Ethics
Apr 5 @ 11:00 am
Liberation ethics emerged out of the struggles of groups to move from suffering, exploitation, and oppression to human dignity, creativity, and worth. What are the challenges of liberation today, both for personal change and social[...]
Apr
12
Sun
11:00 am Desert Spring 
Desert Spring
Apr 12 @ 11:00 am
On this Sunday of both Passover and Easter, and a month in which Earth Day falls and also the anniversary of the death of Eric Garner, we will have two parts to our morning: First,[...]
Apr
19
Sun
11:00 am Honoring Earth Day 
Honoring Earth Day
Apr 19 @ 11:00 am
With guest speaker Hugh Taft-Morales, we’ll focus on the delicate balance of nature and the fragility of life, in honor of Earth Day. Members of other Ethical Societies are invited to join this event. ©[...]
Apr
26
Sun
11:00 am Liberation and Responsibility 
Liberation and Responsibility
Apr 26 @ 11:00 am
File ID 43939825 | © Gnomeandi | Dreamstime.com Liberation and responsibility often seem to be in tension. In what ways do you feel that tension in your life? In your work? In the communities you’re[...]
12:45 pm Spring Member Meeting 2020 
Spring Member Meeting 2020
Apr 26 @ 12:45 pm
Note: time may change. This will be held online. The morning meeting, shorter than usual, will be followed by our spring Member Meeting, including board elections. Please come if you’re a member, and exercise your[...]
May
3
Sun
11:00 am Sunday Platform 
Sunday Platform
May 3 @ 11:00 am
Please check back soon for this week’s topic. Each week, we meet at 11 am – 12:30 pm (plus time for socializing) to consider major issues of the day. 11 a.m. is gathering time, to[...]
Learning & Community
Apr
7
Tue
7:00 pm Your Ethical Legacy 
Your Ethical Legacy
Apr 7 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Jone Johnson Lewis, Leader of the Riverdale-Yonkers Society for Ethical Culture, leads an introductory session on writing your Ethical Legacy, a shortened version of what is usually a somewhat longer process. What messages do you[...]
Apr
8
Wed
11:30 am Lunch with the Leader
Lunch with the Leader 
Apr 8 @ 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
© A7d799 | Dreamstime Stock Photos Come join our Leader, Jone Johnson Lewis, for conversation any time 11:30 am – 1:30 pm today. The month’s theme is Liberation, and Jone will have some ideas for[...]
7:00 pm Women of Ethical Culture 
Women of Ethical Culture
Apr 8 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Jone Johnson Lewis, Leader of the Riverdale-Yonkers Society for Ethical Culture, will present her updated 3-session workshop introducing you to some history of Ethical Culture and Ethical humanism, via meeting some of the women of[...]
Apr
10
Fri
11:30 am Lunch with the Leader
Lunch with the Leader
Apr 10 @ 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
© A7d799 | Dreamstime Stock Photos Come join our Leader, Jone Johnson Lewis, for conversation any time 11:30 am – 1:30 pm today. The month’s theme is Liberation, and Jone will have some ideas for[...]
Apr
15
Wed
7:00 pm Women of Ethical Culture
Women of Ethical Culture
Apr 15 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Jone Johnson Lewis, Leader of the Riverdale-Yonkers Society for Ethical Culture, will present her updated 3-session workshop introducing you to some history of Ethical Culture and Ethical humanism, via meeting some of the women of[...]
Apr
16
Thu
7:00 pm Ethics on Tap 
Ethics on Tap
Apr 16 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
ETHICS ON TAP IS CANCELLED BEGINNING MARCH 2020. Future events may move to Zoom while social distancing is required. Free-ranging casual discussion of ethical issues that are alive for you, and an opportunity to meet[...]
Apr
22
Wed
7:00 pm Women of Ethical Culture
Women of Ethical Culture
Apr 22 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Jone Johnson Lewis, Leader of the Riverdale-Yonkers Society for Ethical Culture, will present her updated 3-session workshop introducing you to some history of Ethical Culture and Ethical humanism, via meeting some of the women of[...]