This series, in collaboration with Philadelphia Stoa, offers practical strategies for addressing life's challenges. In this session, we will focus on Musonius Rufus, a 1st century Roman Stoic philosopher who championed gender equality. Musonius argued that women, like men, are endowed with reason and virtue and, so, are equally capable of embodying justice, courage, and [...]

Hugh Taft-Morales hosts this informal conversation about our alternative to traditional religion. After we get to know one other, attendees can pose questions about humanist history, values, and community. Snacks and beverages--alcoholic and non-alcoholic—are provided.

Bring your cup o’ joe or other hot beverage to the Leader’s office for casual conversation. Hugh will provide the pastries. Share your hopes, fears, and resolutions for 2025.

Join Hugh and members of the Baltimore Ethical Society on Zoom for casual conversation. Bring your own real-life sandwich. Join the conversation here.  

Any early-morning busy bees out there? Join Hugh for volunteer work at the Community Education Center (3500 Lancaster Avenue). Among the ways we may contribute: picking up trash outside; organizing a supply closet; mopping; cleaning bathrooms; and cleaning and painting windowsills or gym risers. For the really early (and hungry) risers, we have reserved a [...]

This series, in collaboration with Philadelphia Stoa, offers practical strategies for addressing life's challenges. In this session, Dr. Amjol Shrestha, of Rowan University, leads an exploration of life's existential questions: fostering community while presenting compelling biographies and enduring insights. Discover how ancient wisdom remains profoundly relevant in the modern world. Copies of Beyond Stoicism: A [...]

Join Julia for an evening of volunteering at the Open Hearts Cafe, the outreach program run by the Church of the Holy Trinity in Rittenhouse Square. Every Sunday and Tuesday, volunteers at the Cafe provide hot meals and clothing to those experiencing homelessness. Sign up here to volunteer. We'll meet in the Admin Office at [...]

In their book, The Ethics of Star Trek, authors Julie Barad and Ed Robertson explain how the show, in its myriad iterations, challenges viewers to consider subjects that include virtue, power, self-determination, responsibility, and individual rights. Join Julia Gokalp and Stan Horwitz in the Collier Room to watch clips from Star Trek, followed by a discussion [...]

Stoicism is often mischaracterized as advocating for emotional suppression. That leads many to wonder how Stoics express love. In fact, the Stoic endeavor to master emotions contributes to a richer, more authentic experience of love. Join members of the Ethical Society and Philadelphia Stoa to uncover the ways in which Stoicism encourages genuine connection and [...]

All are invited to this monthly introduction to the history, philosophy, and current congregational manifestations of Ethical Humanism.  We’ll explore our non-theist alternative to traditional religion over beverages and snacks!