Every aspect of living involves ethical issues and choice and our society explores these dynamics and their complexity by alternating speakers who present their views with group gatherings where members and friends have the opportunity to contribute their opinions. Ethical topics by nature are open-ended and controversial, driven by social, political, economic, and cultural differences. There are ethical dilemmas in politics, science, medicine, religion - everywhere more than one human being interacts with another. There are no easy solutions to questions raised but our society offers a haven for people who seek to broaden their understanding and perspective of these issues and want to share with others who are committed to reaching for a more ethical life.

Platform Speakers

Our platform speakers are selected based on their knowledge and expertise on a given subject, not necessarily on the degree to which they agree with the basic values and principles of Ethical Culture. We may invite speakers with dramatically opposing views in order to challenge the existing "politically correct" views. Some questions raised have been whether healthcare is a right or a privilege, does the military take ethics seriously, is the war in Iraq a just cause or immoral, and why is evolution misunderstood and what are the ramifications.

We encourage those who wish to be Platform Speakers to contact our President, John Holmgren, 919-240-4187 or jholmgren@nc.rr.com. We'd love to hear about ethical issues involved with your area of expertise!

Our Platform Speakers present Sundays at 1:30 p.m at Extraordinary Ventures in Chapel Hill, NC. To review the slate of upcoming speakers see Calendar and visit 2013 Platform Speakers for this year's past speakers.

Group Discussions

A vital part of achieving our EHST's purpose is bringing together members and friends for lively discussions about the myriad of ideas and opinions and gathered from life's experience. Verbal interaction focused on ethical issues is essential to maintaining a healthy, fruitful and invigorated society. Group discussion provides a valuable learning experience that simultaneously transmits information and reinforces a sense of unity among members, in spite of differences in ideas and opinions. Members sharing their ideas in a group discussion maximize personal learning and provide supplementary benefits to their fellow members and other member development efforts as well.