Relationships are part of what makes us happy and healthy, and able to participate in constructive ways in the world. Finding an ethical community like this Ethical Culture Society is one way that some find the friends they need after transitions in life. Have you...
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...
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...
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...
(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...
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...
Mark Belletini writes: “I have not lost the power to be amazed by the glory of the day. There is more delight, I hear, more awe, more sheer amazement under the dome of night’s heaven[...]
Join us for winter songs, a story about festivals around the world, a few holiday-themed crafts and activities, and a potluck lunch! Most cultures and religions celebrate some kind of “festival of lights” at this[...]
No platform meeting at RYSEC December 29, 2019. The office will be closed, and staff is on vacation. Consider spending time with friends or family instead, doing some volunteer work, reading a book, or some[...]
Integrity is bringing into alignment our values, our words, and our actions. Integrity is also about bringing together our uniqueness and our wholeness as individuals. Our Leader, Jone Johnson Lewis, will reflect on ways we[...]
Research shows that bullying can have severe and lasting consequences; emotional, mental, and academic. In extreme cases, bullying is often a factor in school shootings and youth suicides. Sadly, statistics show that bullying is on[...]
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[...]
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[...]