Public Health and Civic Responsibility
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHugh Taft-Morales Leader, Philadelphia Ethical Society There has been renewed attention in the last few years to the link between public health and civic responsibility. That connection was recognized in the 16th century by Martin Luther, who wrote, “It is even more shameful for a person to pay no heed to his own body and [...]
Discussion of Rachel Maddow’s podcast Ultra (Entire Series In-Person)
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesAn opportunity to discuss the entire series in-person at the Ethical Society building. In a brilliantly crafted podcast, Rachel Maddow’s team tells the story of how, in the 1930s and ’40s, members of Congress aided and abetted Nazi propagandists, domestic terrorists, and extremists plotting to overthrow the government. The podcast is available through MSNBC and other [...]
The Dictionary Game Redux!
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesAnother opportunity to play Hugh’s favorite game of all time. Participants write definitions for odd and unfamiliar words. Which one is real? You’re encouraged to bring appetizers to share. Hugh will provide beverages. RSVP to Hugh. Hugh: hughtm@gmail.com
The Struggle to Save Philly’s Chinatown
Casey Butcher POWER Interfaith Casey Butcher, POWER’s community organizer in South Philadelphia and Center City, will discuss the history of Philadelphia’s Chinatown, its outsized importance for the city and region, and the current struggle to protect its integrity. If the proposed arena construction is approved, the neighborhood is expected to become a construction site for [...]
What Is a Leader?
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHugh Taft-Morales Leader, Philadelphia Ethical Society Traditional patriarchal narratives portray leaders as drum majors, out in front, leading the parade. Felix Adler hesitated before settling on “Leader” as the title for clergy in Ethical Culture. He worried that loyalty to the drum major would dominate. He wanted everyone to become a leader. How should Ethical [...]
Women’s History Month Art Opening: Window on Sills
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Carol Love and Hugh in the Society’s Collier Gallery for the opening of Window on Sills, a collection of works by Joyce Sills. Sills, the first tenured woman in Rutgers’ art department, was a prominent artist in the ’60s. After developing severe fibromyalgia/chronic fatigue syndrome, she departed New York for Florida, leaving her life’s [...]
Introduction to Ethical Humanism
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Hugh in-person and on Zoom for this overview of Ethical Humanism’s history, philosophy, and current community in Philadelphia. In-person at 1906 Rittenhouse Square and on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3917679274
Losing My Religion: Where Do I Turn When Doubts Surface?
Join Hugh for a presentation on Zoom, followed by a Q&A, with Anthony Dominello, a volunteer agent and ambassador with Recovering from Religion. This non-profit provides hope, healing, and support to people struggling with doubts about religion and supports those harmed by it who seek new paths—secular or religious—to meaningful, healthy lives. Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3917679274
Lunch with Leader Hugh
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Hugh in his office for a brown-bag lunch and casual conversation about the news, life, and the advent of spring.
Trauma
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesSusan Brotherton PES member & Temple University School of Social Work faculty member Susan is the former director of Philadelphia Social Services for the Salvation Army. Prior to that position she served as the director of trauma informed services for the Red Shield family residence, an emergency housing program serving Philadelphia families. Susan will speak to the [...]