Category: News
AEU Gun Control Statement
In the wake of the school shooting in Parkland, FL, American Ethical Union reaffirms its commitment to strict gun control and for an end to the culture of gun violence On the afternoon of February 14th a teenager shot and killed seventeen people, including thirteen children, with an AR-15 semi-automatic rifle he had purchased legally. … Continue reading AEU Gun Control Statement
WES Blog — Vision, Values and Giving
“Don’t tell me what you value, show me your budget and I’ll tell you what you value.” –Joe Biden. As WES continues to grow, it becomes more important that our members pledge enough to sustain our community. As I prepared to present information at our recent Vision and Budget Summit, I learned an important number: … Continue reading WES Blog — Vision, Values and Giving
Letter Writing Campaign — Clean Renewable Energy Equity Act of 2018
written by: Richard Reis, the WES Earth Ethics Team The Earth Ethics Team is hosting a letter-writing table next Sunday, February 25 to promote essential Maryland General Assembly legislation HB 878, 100% Clean Renewable Energy Equity Act of 2018. We will urge state delegates to support this essential bill for the following reasons: The increasing adverse impact … Continue reading Letter Writing Campaign — Clean Renewable Energy Equity Act of 2018
Ethical Actions to End Gun Violence
To get involved with any of the actions listed below, please contact Senior Leader Amanda Poppei (amandap@ethicalsociety.org). Wednesday, March 14 Women’s March Youth Empower is planning Enough! National School Walkout. https://www.facebook.com/events/1767175080245694 Saturday, March 24 survivors of Parkland, FL and youth nationwide are planning The March For Our Lives in Washington, DC and in cities around the country. https://www.marchforourlives.com Friday, April 20 students … Continue reading Ethical Actions to End Gun Violence
WES Blog — Come talk about the budget!
Whee, that sounds fun, doesn’t it? Somehow, I just can’t get people that excited about the details of how much we spend on electricity at WES, or which line item should be used for the coffee purchases. But the thing is, a budget isn’t just a collection of numbers. It’s a moral document, a visionary … Continue reading WES Blog — Come talk about the budget!
WES Partners With Love of Asanas to Offer FREE Yoga Classes
Spring Festival is Coming!
This year we’ll celebrate Spring Festival on Sunday, March 25 during our platform (including a baby dedication!) and with potluck brunch and outdoor games at 1pm. If you’d like to be part of the fun–from decorating to acting to helping with brunch–please contact Amanda at amandap@ethicalsociety.org.
Announcing 2018 SURJ Reading Groups
If you are interested in participating in a SURJ Reading group could use the sign-up link in this flyer to let us know. You can simply answer the “best location” question with WES as the answer. The meeting time will either be on Sundays after platform or the 2nd Tuesday of the month evening. For more information, please … Continue reading Announcing 2018 SURJ Reading Groups
WES Blog — Humanism and Race
Community Group Read at WES as an Extension of an Upcoming Platform At WES we get many impressive guest speakers and sometimes we get truly amazing guest speakers. On April 29, 2018, we are very excited and honored to have renowned author Dr. Anthony Pinn as our guest platform service speaker. Calling Dr. Pinn an … Continue reading WES Blog — Humanism and Race
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