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This group is sponsored by HumanistsMN, which brings together people who, without supernatural beliefs, aspire to lead lives of personal fulfillment and contribute to the greater good of humanity and the planet through reason, science, compassion, and creativity.
If you believe in those principles or are interested in learning about them or want to help others learn about humanism join us for our meetings, events, and social times.
We usually have a regular Humanist Community Gathering on the 3rd Saturday of the month but will send out a reminder to members when the topic/speaker is set (or check the calendar!).
In addition, there are many other smaller meetups during the month.
Meetings are open to anyone who is interested in humanism and wants to meet other humanists. But please considering joining HumanistsMN to help support us financially and build the power of humanism in our society. Join here!
Upcoming events
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SMART Recovery Support Group
First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, 900 Mt Curve Ave, Minneapolis, MN, USLooking to beat an addiction? SMART Recovery is a stigma-free and self-empowering secular program serving those with an addictive behavior. This post is for promotional purposes only and no rsvp is required to respect the confidentiality of attendees.
Anyone seeking a secular recovery program is invited to attend our weekly support group sessions -- whether to tackle a particular substance or an activity/process addiction. Participants design and implement their own recovery plan to create a more balanced, purposeful, fulfilling, and meaningful life.
Sessions are led by Kim T., a trained volunteer SMART facilitator, who draws on evidence-based motivational and cognitive behavioral theories. Within a mutually supportive group environment, SMART participants are empowered to develop their ability to:
- Build and maintain motivation
- Cope with urges and cravings
- Manage thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
- Live a balanced life
Whether you are seeking a course of recovery for yourself or have been mandated to attend a recovery program, SMART Recovery provides a path to life beyond addiction.
These sessions are sponsored by HumanistsMN -- a local community of humanists, agnostics, atheists, and freethinkers. If you are not yet a dues paying member, please consider joining to help us cover our costs and build the humanist movement. Not yet ready to join? Donations are gratefully accepted! Donate or join us at humanistsmn.org.
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The Christian Extremism Crisis Is Worse Than You Think...And What to Do About It
First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, 900 Mt Curve Ave, Minneapolis, MN, USHumanistsMN welcomes scholar and Christian extremism expert Matthew D. Taylor for a special presentation this month. Author of The Violent Take It by Force and creator of the "Charismatic Revival Fury" podcast series, Taylor will describe the ever-changing contours and real-world threats posed by the increasingly radicalized Christian movements in our midst and discuss what concerned citizens can do to counter this surging radicalization.
As extremist voices charge into the public square, take over school boards, promote hateful and xenophobic policies, and even threaten and commit violence, how do we foster productive dialogues and debates with people who are politically and religiously different from us? How do we build nonviolent, diverse, secular and interfaith coalitions to counter forms of Christian hatred? This is the crisis behind our democratic crisis, and it's imperative that we face it head-on!
However bad you think the problem is, there are probably some facts and truths here that will surprise you.
The program begins at 3 p.m. and is open to the public. We will wrap up the presentation and discussion at 4:30 p.m. and all are invited to stay for refreshments and socializing.
We will be live-streaming this event for those who cannot attend in person. Use this link to access the program.
Matthew D. Taylor is a religious studies scholar and expert in American Christianity, American Islam, Christian extremism, and religion and politics. His new book, The Violent Take It by Force: The Christian Movement that is Threatening Our Democracy, tracks how a network of Christian leaders called the New Apostolic Reformation was a major instigating force for the Jan. 6 Insurrection and is currently reshaping the culture of the religious right in the U.S.
He is also the creator, writer, and narrator of the "Charismatic Revival Fury" podcast series and the author of Scripture People: Salafi Muslims in Evangelical Christians' America.
Taylor holds a PhD in religious studies and theology from Georgetown University and an MA in theology from Fuller Theological Seminary. He is the Senior Christian Scholar at the Institute for Islamic, Christian, and Jewish Studies in Baltimore., and he has served on the faculty of Georgetown University, George Washington University, and Loyola University Maryland.
He is currently a visiting scholar at the Center on Faith and Justice at Georgetown University, and he also serves as an associate fellow at the Center for Peace Diplomacy in New Orleans, where he works on preventing religion-related violence surrounding American elections.
This event is sponsored by HumanistsMN. If you are not yet a member, please consider joining to help us cover our costs and build the humanist movement. Not ready to join? Donations are gratefully accepted! Join or donate at humanistsmn.org.
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Death Cafe
First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, 900 Mount Curve Ave, Minneapolis, MN, USPlease note: Seating is limited. You will need to reserve a place at least 24 hours before the event, using this Google signup form (where there is also a waitlist and a contact list for future Death Cafes).
Some of the most important conversations about life begin with death. Let’s come together in courage and mutual support to explore this final frontier which is too-often avoided.
In partnership with First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis (FUS), we are hosting a Death Cafe where we can come together to have an open conversation about death, and our feelings and thoughts associated with it. Comforting food and beverages will be served so that we may savor the sweetness of life as we contemplate death. Patti is an End-of-Life Doula who has facilitated many gatherings to discuss end of life issues and concerns, will facilitate this event.
This event is free. We will have a donation jar available and welcome contributions for the food and beverage costs, as you are able.
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These events are being sponsored by HumanistsMN, a local community of humanists, agnostics, atheists, and freethinkers. We are a volunteer-powered, secular non-profit organization with the goals of strengthening our community, connecting with others, promoting educational opportunities, and defending basic human rights.
If you’re already a dues-paying member, our appreciation for supporting humanism. If you haven’t yet joined, please consider doing so and help contribute to a world that very much needs more reason and compassion. Join, donate, or learn more at https://humanistsmn.org.
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