Family and Community: Navigating Diverse Perspectives Together
Details
Finding common ground is often easier said than done. But what if it’s not as difficult as we imagine? What if the key to unity is already within our reach? Join us for an enlightening conversation with our guest speaker, Steve Ghikadis, as we explore the shared values, experiences, and aspirations that connect us all. Together, we’ll uncover what unites us as partners in humanity and how we can bridge divides with understanding and empathy.
Steve Ghikadis is a Humanist Officiant, who conducts secular marriages, memorials, and many more meaningful life affirming celebrations. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and a Bachelor of Education in primary, junior and intermediate grades.Raised as a freethinker, Steve has been married to a Christian for over a decade. He and his wife, Cindy, believe in the importance of bridging the gap between believers and non-believers. Their two young children are being raised in an interfaith household and are free to choose their own path. His family dynamic inspired him to write Humanism from the Heart: Building Bridges Beyond Belief, a book that emphasizes the importance of working together to celebrate the diversity of worldviews. Steve serves as an Ambassador for Humanist Canada, Recovering from Religion, and Sunday Assembly. In 2024, he was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal for significant contributions to his community in Windsor/Essex, Ontario.
This Platform will feature music from The Pfeffer Trio featuring Debby Lennon. The trio has been captivating audiences with our unique blend of jazz and blues since its inception. The band takes pride in its ability to fuse classic melodies with modern rhythms, creating an unforgettable musical experience.