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
Jan
26
Sun
11:00 am Yemen: Holding Faith Amidst Despair 
Yemen: Holding Faith Amidst Despair
Jan 26 @ 11:00 am
In this talk, Isaac Evans-Frantz, director of Action Corps, will tell the local story of the campaign to stop the war in Yemen. The U.S.-backed Saudi/UAE-Led Coalition in Yemen is starving the country and killing[...]
Feb
2
Sun
11:00 am The Elusive Right to Vote 
The Elusive Right to Vote
Feb 2 @ 11:00 am
A theme for this year of Black History Month is the story of African Americans and the vote. This year marks the 150th anniversary of the passage of the 15th amendment to the US Constitution,[...]
Feb
9
Sun
11:00 am Sunday Platform 
Sunday Platform
Feb 9 @ 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[...]
Feb
16
Sun
11:00 am How Resilience Works 
How Resilience Works
Feb 16 @ 11:00 am
How we deal with trauma and grief, as well as with ordinary challenges of life, depends in large part on our resilience: our ability to bounce back. Our Leader, Jone Johnson Lewis, will reflect on[...]
Learning & Community
Jan
23
Thu
7:00 pm Anti-Racism Book Discussion 
Anti-Racism Book Discussion
Jan 23 @ 7:00 pm
A small group including members from several different congregations and secular organizations has been meeting most months to discuss books that educate and motivate us in anti-racist work. For January, we’ll be reading An Indigenous[...]
Feb
9
Sun
3:00 pm Coffee House @Ethical 
Coffee House @Ethical
Feb 9 @ 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm
The Coffee House @Ethical brings you joy, courage, and wisdom through music the second Sunday of every month. NO COVER CHARGE. We will take a collection for free will donations to cover our costs, with[...]
Feb
20
Thu
7:00 pm Ethics on Tap 
Ethics on Tap
Feb 20 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Free-ranging casual discussion of ethical issues that are alive for you, and an opportunity to meet and interact with others interested in ethical issues. Join us and, if you like, have something to drink and/or[...]
Issues & Service
Jan
23
Thu
7:00 pm Anti-Racism Book Discussion
Anti-Racism Book Discussion
Jan 23 @ 7:00 pm
A small group including members from several different congregations and secular organizations has been meeting most months to discuss books that educate and motivate us in anti-racist work. For January, we’ll be reading An Indigenous[...]