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The Westchester Community for Ethical Culture is a welcoming place where adults and children can explore what it means to be human in a secular, non-dogmatic environment. In dealing with life’s challenges, we rely on reason and critical thinking rather than scripture, revelation or the supernatural. Our programs encourage free-thinking, activities that encourage community engagement, and lasting friendships. We believe everyone has the capacity to do good, to be compassionate, to overcome ignorance, and to help alleviate human suffering. If this sounds like you, welcome home! You are welcome to call us with any questions at 914-948-1120.
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Just Imagine
by Eric Albert My mind wanders – to outer space. It doesn’t often go there. In most ways, I’m a realist: what is, is; what you see is what you get. But it seems that news programs, the internet, and newspaper and magazine articles are more and more exploring the possibility of other worlds, new…
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Examining Membership
by Paul Hope The essence of a society is its membership. How do we define membership? What commitments do members make to themselves and to each other? Some religions extend membership primarily to the offspring and converted spouses of current members, creating what is called an “ethnoreligion,” or a group whose religious and ethnic identity…
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Public vs. Private
by Norma Vavolizza Here’s an interesting statistic: 85% of all fire departments in the U.S. are either entirely or mostly volunteer, and they often operate on very modest budgets. That’s according to the National Volunteer Fire Council. Also interesting to note: private equity firms are buying up companies that produce things that fire departments need.…