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An Ethical Humanist Community: cultivating connections, inspiring action,
growing hope. Learn more at ethicalstl.org
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What does it mean to truly live our values?

Our values begin to shape the world when they shape what we do.

What’s one value you’re putting into practice right now?
September 18, 2026 at 1:28 AM
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Need a fresh headshot or family photos? 📸

On Sept. 27, Jill Jones Photography will offer quick portrait sessions in our beautiful stained glass foyer.

$75 • 3 edited digital images • A portion supports the Ethical Society!

Advance sign-up required:
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September 17, 2026 at 3:03 AM
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Ethical Humanism is more than just an identity. We have to strive to live the values. ❤️
September 16, 2026 at 2:30 AM
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This morning at the Society (www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sf2c... ):

"Fall Kickoff" by Claire Alexander, Executive Director of Community Experience

Music by The Ethical Band and Ethical Voices

Join us next week at 11am in person or youtube.com/@EthicalStL
"Fall Kickoff" by Claire Alexander, Executive Director of Community Experience Music by The Ethical Band Music by The Ethical Voices Our Program Volunteer Platform Host Trish Cowan Williams “Vacation” by Dirty Heads The Ethical Band Ethical Education Core Values “Coming Up” by Paul McCartney The Ethical Band Mindfulness Minute Fall Kickoff Platform Executive Director of Community Experience Claire Alexander Mission Moment & Collection “Hypotheticals” by Lake Street Dive The Ethical Band “Love Has Broken Down the Walls” by Mark A. Miller The Ethical Voices Closing
September 13, 2026 at 7:21 PM
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What do you need? A place to belong. Room to question. A listening ear. A way to help. Community gives us somewhere to bring our questions, our laughter, our hope, and our whole human selves. Take what you need. Offer what you can. You’re welcome here. 💛
#Humanism #EthicalCulture #StLouis #Community
Black-and-white tear-off poster with a rainbow EthicalSTL logo and the headline “Take What You Need.” Tabs offer: a place to belong, room to question, a listening ear, a good laugh, courage to begin, time to breathe, a fresh perspective, meaningful action, human connection, hope for tomorrow, a way to help, and a reminder you matter. Each ends with a colorful heart.
September 9, 2026 at 7:59 PM
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What does it mean to live a good life?

We think it’s a question worth asking together. ❤️

#Humanism #EthicalCulture #StLouis #Community
September 5, 2026 at 1:35 AM
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Bring your whole self. The hopeful parts. The tired parts. The joyful parts. The uncertain parts.

Community makes room for real people, with care, curiosity, and compassion. You are welcome here, just as you are. ❤️
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September 4, 2026 at 5:26 PM
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What we learn becomes part of us, shaping how we see, create, question, and grow. That kind of wealth cannot be taken away.

🎨 by Mary Kate McDevitt
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September 1, 2026 at 1:25 AM
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Our hearts go out to the people of Nepal. Read the full statement from our Leader Rev. Dr. Jé Exodus Hooper:

ethicalstl.org/statement-of...
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August 28, 2026 at 11:40 PM
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Screenshot of a social media post by @thisone0verhere that reads: “I know it’s hard to watch all these beautiful things be carried away by time and see the wrong things growing in their place. But listen. Listen. We have to be the beautiful things now. It has to be us. It has to be us. Courage.”
August 28, 2026 at 4:16 PM
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Every person deserves the freedom to live authentically, ask difficult questions, and be treated with dignity. A truly ethical community makes room for people to be fully themselves while approaching one another with compassion, curiosity, and respect.
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August 26, 2026 at 5:42 PM
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This morning at the Society (www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7t8... ):

"What is Enough? Rejecting Social Convention to Live Our Values" by member Kathryn Bellrose

Music by Jocelyn Rugaber

Dane McGuire contributed to Stories of Ourselves

Join us next week at 11am in person or youtube.com/@EthicalStL
"What is Enough? Rejecting Social Convention to Live Our Values" by member Kathryn Bellrose Music by Jocelyn Rugaber Dane McGuire contributed to Stories of Ourselves Our Program VOLUNTEER PLATFORM HOST Samantha White “THROW IT AWAY” COMPOSED BY ABBEY LINCOLN Jocelyn Rugaber STORIES OF OURSELVES Dane McGuire ETHICAL EDUCATION CORE VALUES NEW MEMBER WELCOME "PAVANE" COMPOSED BY GABRIEL FAURE Jocelyn Rugaber MINDFULNESS MINUTE WHAT IS ENOUGH? REJECTING SOCIAL CONVENTION TO LIVE OUR VALUES Kathryn Bellrose MISSION MOMENT & COLLECTION "THE CONFLUENCE" COMPOSED BY JOCELYN RUGABER Jocelyn Rugaber CLOSING
August 23, 2026 at 5:36 PM
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We become more fully ourselves not only through what we overcome, but also through what we celebrate.
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August 22, 2026 at 5:18 PM
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Humanism asks us to hold both: the freedom to question and the responsibility to care.
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August 20, 2026 at 1:09 AM
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We are a community centered on ethics, reason, and shared responsibility. Join us!

Learn more at ethicalstl.org.
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August 19, 2026 at 2:55 AM
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A HUGE thank you to the volunteers who joined us to pack Free EC kits, including our St. Louis crew from @ethicalstl.org! 💖

Want to help us build access next time? Join Beacon’s Action Network to hear about upcoming volunteer opportunities. 🔗 Link in bio!
August 18, 2026 at 12:39 PM
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How do we speak honestly without losing care for one another?

Dr. Jé Exodus Hooper considers what disagreement asks of us and how we can offer criticism with compassion, wisdom, and respect for the humanity of the person across from us.

Watch full video: youtube.com/live/51DJTG4...

#EthicalSTL
August 16, 2026 at 1:28 AM
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What does courage demand of us when doing the right thing comes at a cost?

A reflection on moral courage, sacrifice, and the choices people make when they refuse to look away.

#MoralCourage #Humanism #Ethics #Democracy #EthicalCulture
August 12, 2026 at 4:11 AM
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This morning at the Society (www.youtube.com/watch?v=aM72... ):

"Meaning from Media" by member Blake Hindrichs

Music by Cherry & Jerry

Jake Hertenstein (and Nugget) contributed to Stories of Ourselves

Join us next week at 11am in person or youtube.com/@EthicalStL
"Meaning from Media" by member Blake Hindrichs Music by Cherry & Jerry Jake Hertenstein (and Nugget) contributed to Stories of Ourselves Our Program VOLUNTEER PLATFORM HOST Travis Williams "A WOMAN GETS TIRED OF ONE MAN ALL THE TIME" BY CHARLES BOOKER AND PAUL CARTER Cherry & Jerry Ragtime Duo STORIES OF OURSELVES Jake Hertenstein ETHICAL EDUCATION CORE VALUES "DREAM A LITTLE DREAM OF ME" BY FABIAN ANDRE, WILBUR SCHWANDT, AND GUS KAHN Cherry & Jerry Ragtime Duo MINDFULNESS MINUTE MEANING FROM MEDIA Blake Hindrichs MISSION MOMENT & COLLECTION "THE GRAVEYARD BLUES" BY CLARENCE WOODS Cherry & Jerry Ragtime Duo CLOSING
August 9, 2026 at 5:49 PM
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Members and friends volunteered again to pack 1000 emergency contraception kits for @beaconrepro.bsky.social!

If you want to help next time, we will gather again on September 27. Join us!
August 9, 2026 at 3:39 PM
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We believe community isn't about having everything figured out.

It's about showing up with open hearts, curious minds, and a willingness to grow alongside one another.

Show up as you are. We grow together. 🌿
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August 5, 2026 at 10:14 PM
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MORE GOOD DEEDS! 💛

Yesterday, 10 Ethical Good Deeders prepared and served dinner for families at Ronald McDonald House—salmon, rice, broccolini, and cupcakes! More service opportunities are coming this fall. Watch for details!
Ten Ethical Good Deeders and a Ronald McDonald House chef smile together in a bright commercial kitchen after preparing dinner for families. Volunteers wear red, black, and brown Ethical Society shirts.
July 31, 2026 at 5:41 PM
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We’re hiring an Events Coordinator! This flexible, part-time role averages five hours per week at $30/hour and is mostly remote, with occasional work at ESSL. Apply by August 16:

www.indeed.com/job/events-c...

#STLJobs #NonprofitJobs
Hiring graphic for the Ethical Society of St. Louis. Text reads: “We’re Hiring: Events Coordinator.” The position pays $30 per hour, is flexible and mostly remote, and offers meaningful work in the community. Apply by August 16. The design uses a white background with soft teal, purple, and gold brush-style accents and the Ethical Society of St. Louis logo at the bottom.
July 29, 2026 at 4:35 PM
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Congratulations to ESSL members Cathy and Bob Pickard, each honored with the AEU’s Anna Garlin Spencer Volunteer Award for extraordinary service to the Ethical Culture Movement. We’re proud and grateful to have them in our community! ❤️
Two framed American Ethical Union certificates honoring Bob Pickard and Cathy Pickard of the Ethical Society of St. Louis with the 2026 Anna Garlin Spencer Volunteer Award for extraordinary service to the Ethical Culture Movement.
July 28, 2026 at 11:18 PM
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This morning at the Society (www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukDv... ):

"Inscendence: How Reality Creates Beauty" by @croftspeaks.bsky.social

Music by Mayla Stith

Gene Bertram contributed to Stories of Ourselves

Join us next week at 11am in person or youtube.com/@EthicalStL
"Inscendence: How Reality Creates Beauty" by @croftspeaks.bsky.social Music by Mayla Stith Gene Bertram contributed to Stories of Ourselves Our Program VOLUNTEER PLATFORM HOST Maxine Stone INTERNATIONAL SMALL ARMS TRAFFIC BLUES (BY THE MOUNTAIN GOATS) Mayla Stith STORIES OF OURSELVES Gene Bertram ETHICAL EDUCATION CORE VALUES THE PEACE (BY UNDERSCORES) Mayla Stith MINDFULNESS MINUTE INSCENDENCE: HOW REALITY CREATES BEAUTY Dr. James Croft MISSION MOMENT & COLLECTION ANYTHING (BY ADRIANNE LENKER) Mayla Stith CLOSING
July 26, 2026 at 4:39 PM