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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · 1d

“When I liberate myself, I liberate others. If you don’t speak out, ain’t nobody going to speak out for you.” — Fannie Lou Hamer

Today we celebrate the birthday of a fearless warrior for justice, born October 6, 1917.

What does Fannie Lou Hamer's legacy call you to do?

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · 2d

This Sunday, Oct. 12, Geoff Ward will discuss Community Remembrance Projects, which address the legacy of lynching and its lasting impact on conflict, violence, and inequality through the corruption of moral and legal systems.

Stream on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@ethicalstl

Community Remembrance and Reparative Justice in Missouri - October 12 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · 10d

This morning at the Society (www.youtube.com/watch?v=xveJ... ):

"Pulling Up Icarus" by Rev. Sam Teitel

Music by Jeffrey Levine, Krystal White, and Eric Compton

Opening Words by Christine Politte

Join us next week at 11am in person or youtube.com/@EthicalStL

Music by Jeffrey Levine, Krystal White, and Eric Compton

Our Program

Volunteer Platform Host
Maxine Stone

"Man in the Mirror" by Glen Ballard and Siedah Garrett
Jeffrey Levine, Eric Compton and Krystal White

Ethical Education Core Values

Openings Words
Christine Politte

"Let It Be Me" by The Indigo Girls
Jeffrey Levine, Eric Compton and Krystal White

Mindfulness Minute

Pulling Up Icarus
Rev. Sam Teiltel

Mission Moment, Collections, & Announcements

"We Shall Be Free" by Garth Brooks
Jeffrey Levine, Eric Compton and Krystal White

Closing

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · 10d

For the first time ever, Union Avenue Opera brings two contemporary one-act operas to the stage—powerful stories exploring identity, justice, and transformation:

✨ As One
✨ dwb (driving while black)

📅 October 10–12
🎟️ Tickets just $25
🔗 unionavenueopera.org

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · 12d

I am the place you belong.

I am the community you create.

I am where values come alive in action.

I am the circle where every person matters.

I am the hope we build together.

I am Humanist at heart.

I am the Ethical Society.

I am St. Louis.

#IAmStLouis

Photo of the Ethical Society of St. Louis with the phrase "I AM ST. LOUIS" and a heart with the St. Louis flag atop the building.

The building's spire pierces the "O" in St. Louis.

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · 13d

Free speech doesn’t stand on its own. It’s carried by those who create, question, and challenge.

Cartoon by Adam Zyglis, a Pulitzer Prize–winning editorial cartoonist for The Buffalo News

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · 15d

#thepowerofus

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · 17d

This morning at the Society (www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfPX... ):

"The Power of Us: Lay Leadership at the Ethical Society": Panel discussion w/ member lay leaders

Music by Eimear Arkins and Eileen Gannon

Opening Words by Kathy Schrenk

Join us next week at 11am in person or youtube.com/@EthicalStL

"The Power of Us: Lay Leadership at the Ethical Society"

Panel discussion with Kathryn Bellrose, Nathan Schrenk, and Mary Ellen Stanton, moderated by Travis Williams

Music by Eimear Arkins and Eileen Gannon

Our Program:

Volunteer Platform Host
Travis Williams

St. Sinneach's March, Dancing Eyes, and Pat McKenna's - A mis of traditional tunes and a composition by Sean Ryan
Eimear Arkins and Eileen Gannon

Ethical Education Core Values

Opening Words
Kathy Schrenk

Bonny Blue-Eyed Nancy
Eimear Arkins and Eileen Gannon

Mindfulness Minute

The Power of Us: Lay Leadership at the Ethical Society
Mary Ellen Stanton, Kathryn Bellrose, and Nathan Schrenk

Mission Moment & Collections

Maids of Mitchelstown and the Blockers
Eimear Arkins and Eileen Gannon

Closing

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · 18d

What’s one small action someone did for you that made a difference? How can we amplify those everyday kindnesses into big change?

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · 19d

Our Constitution begins with "We, the People." It’s up to us to make sure those words include everyone.

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · 24d

This morning at the Society (www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-JL... ):

"Humanism in Action: Hope Against Fascism" by @jettwriter.bsky.social

Music by Hannah Frey and McKayla Talasek

Opening Words by Kyle Nienhaus

Join us next week at 11am in person or youtube.com/@EthicalStL

Music by Hannah Frey and McKayla Talasek

Opening Words by Kyle Nienhaus

https://www.ethicalstl.org/opening-words-from-sun-september-14-by-kyle-nienhaus/

Our Program:

Volunteer Platform Host
Dan Overmann

Duo for Violin and Viola, Op. 208: Adagio Sostenuto-Allegro Non Tanto by Johann Kalliwoda
Hannah Frey and McKayla Talasek

Special Announcement

Ethical Education Core Values

Opening Words
Kyle Nienhaus

Idylle by Charles Koechlin
Hannah Frey and McKayla Talasek

Mindfulness Minute

Humanism in Action: Hope Against Fascism
Louise Jett

Mission Moment & Collections

Special Announcement

Duo in C Major by Jean Sebelius
Hannah Frey and McKayla Talasek

Closing

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · 25d

Every kit packed is a step toward a more compassionate and just world. 🌎✨ Huge thanks to Beacon Reproductive Health Network for this partnership. Ethical Society members are glad to put our values to work for the common good.

#thepowerofus

Beacon Reproductive Health Network @beaconrepro.bsky.social · 26d

Big love to our partners @ethicalstl.org 💛 A community that turns values into action + a natural fit for Beacon’s Free EC program.

Through their partnership, 6,000 Free EC kits have been packed "and we're committed to packing thousands more!" 👏

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · 27d

Peace & justice require cooperation. Our shared humanity must come first.

We need to find ways to unite & heal in the face of violence & uncertainty. We owe each other nothing short of human flourishing.

How can Humanist values help us navigate conflict & uncertainty with compassion & clarity?

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · 29d

The game is rigged from the start. 🎲

#equity #justice #humanism #systemicracism

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Rationalist Society St Louis @rsslmo.bsky.social · Sep 8

HOW Great is This: EC is a safe & effective way to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex with Over-the-counter emergency contraception (levonorgestrel) Click link in post below get Free Kit mailed to you. BIG Thank @ethicalstl.org / @ppfa.org @ffrf.org @stlouisatheists.bsky.social @stltoday.com

Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · Sep 7

Before the Platform, our volunteers packed 1000 Emergency Contraception Kits for www.beaconreprohealth.org/get-care/fre...

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · Sep 8

This Platform will explore how Humanist values can inspire hope and guide us to resist authoritarianism, defend human rights, and strengthen our communities with courage and compassion. Learn more: www.ethicalstl.org/event/platfo...

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · Sep 7

Thank you!

Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · Sep 7

Before the Platform, our volunteers packed 1000 Emergency Contraception Kits for www.beaconreprohealth.org/get-care/fre...

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · Sep 7

This morning at the Society (www.youtube.com/live/9KHMURO...):

"Kickoff Our New Programming Year!" by ED Claire Alexander

Music by the Ethical Band

Opening Words by Hollie Brubaker (read by Julie Lewis)

Join us next week at 11am in person or youtube.com/@EthicalStL

Julie Lewis reading Hollie Brubaker's Opening Words

Our Program

Volunteer Platform Host
Mike Jones

"Celebration" by Kool and the Gang
The Ethical Band

Ethical Education Core Values

Opening Words
Hollie Brubaker

"The Chariot" by The Cat Empire
The Ethical Band

Mindfulness Minute

Fall Kickoff Platform
Claire Alexander

Mission Moment & Collections

"September" by Earth, Wind, & Fire
The Ethical Band

Closing
Closing

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · Sep 6

🍂✨ Tomorrow’s the day! ✨🍂 Fall Kickoff is almost here!

📅 Sunday, Sept. 7
⏰ 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Bring your curiosity, bring your family, bring your friends. Everyone is welcome. Let’s celebrate the Power of Us and all the small actions that create big change. 🌟

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · Aug 31

You're invited to our annual Fall Kickoff on Sunday, September 7, at 10 a.m.! The celebration will launch a new season of Humanist events designed to inspire curiosity, build connections, and spark action on today’s most pressing challenges.

Celebrate Community and Shared Values at Fall Kickoff

The Ethical Society of St. Louis (ESSL) invites the public to its annual Fall Kickoff on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 10 a.m. The celebration will launch a new season of Humanist events designed to inspire

www.ethicalstl.org

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · Aug 17

This morning at the Society (www.youtube.com/watch?v=U980... ):

"Never Forget: Humanism & the Holocaust" by Alex Braitberg

Music by Executive Director of Community Experience Claire Alexander

Opening Words by @jettwriter.bsky.social

Join us next week at 11am in person or youtube.com/@EthicalStL

Music by Executive Director of Community Experience Claire Alexander

Singing and acoustic guitar

Opening Words by @jettwriter.bsky.social

Our Program

Volunteer Platform Host
Krystal White

"Lullaby" by The Chicks
Claire Alexander

Ethical Education Core Values

Openings Words
Louise Jett

"Murder in the City" by The Avett Brothers
Claire Alexander

Mindfulness Minute

Never Forget: Humanism and the Holocaust
Alex Braitberg

Collection, Announcements, and Calls to Action

"Go Outside" by Ratboys
Claire Alexander

Closing

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · Aug 10

Music by Christine Politte, Tom Kneist, and Heather & Sean O'Hara

Christine Politte accompanies herself on guitar to perform "Dust in the Wind" by Kansas

Tom Kneist performs "Fantaisie-Impromptu" by Frédéric Chopin

Heather & Sean O'Hara perform "Ripe and Ruin" by alt-J and "If I Were a Fish" by Corook

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · Aug 10

This morning at the Society (www.youtube.com/watch?v=9BW9...):

"What Being Trans Has Taught Me About Gender & Identity, and Why That Matters in These Times" by Grayson Rosen

Opening Words by Herb Morisse

Join us next week at 11am in person or youtube.com/@EthicalStL

Grayson Rosen presents "What Being Trans Has Taught Me About Gender & Identity, and Why That Matters in These Times"

Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yys4iVcouf8FOZrg6CdPiepLyWu7Tmww1EKtHy-TqTw/edit?tab=t.0

Our Program:

Volunteer Platform Host
Blake Hindrichs

Ethical Education Core Values

Openings Words
Herb Morisse

"Fantaisie-Impromptu" by Frédéric Chopin
Tom Kneist

Mindfulness Minute

"What Being Trans Has Taught Me About Gender & Identity, and Why That Matters in These Times"
Grayson Rosen

Collection, Announcements, and Calls to Action

"Ripe and Ruin" by alt-J and "If I Were a Fish" by Corook
Heather & Sean O'Hara

Closing

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Ethical Society of St. Louis @ethicalstl.org · Jul 20

This morning at the Society (www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-al... ):

"The Courage to Face Change" by @croftspeaks.bsky.social

Music by Hannah Frey and Mc Kayla Talasek

Opening Words by Larry Doreson: www.ethicalstl.org/opening-word...

Join us next week at 11am in person or youtube.com/@EthicalStL

"The Courage to Face Change" by @croftspeaks.bsky.social, appearing remotely from the UK

Music by Hannah Frey and Mc Kayla Talasek, two women in black playing violins

Opening Words by Larry Doreson, a white man speaking from the stage at the Society: https://www.ethicalstl.org/opening-words-from-sun-july-20-by-larry-doreson/

Our Program

Volunteer Platform Host
Krystal White

String Duo in G Major by W. A. Mozart - Allegro
Hannah Frey & Mc Kayla Talasek

Ethical Education Core Values

Openings Words
Larry Doreson

String Duo in G Major by W. A. Mozart - Adagio
Hannah Frey & Mc Kayla Talasek

Mindfulness Minute

The Courage to Face Change
James Croft

Collection, Announcements, and Calls to Action

String Duo in G Major by W. A. Mozart - Rondo
Hannah Frey & Mc Kayla Talasek

Closing

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