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"The SOB is a ballet dancer. He’s the best ballet dancer that ever lived, and if I get a good chance I’ll kill him with my bare hands." - W.C. Fields In *City Lights*, Chaplin's Little Tramp meets a blind girl selling flowers who mistakes him for a wealthy man. When he learns that an operation may restore her sight, he sets off to earn the money she needs to have the surgery. He also befriends an alcoholic millionaire who only recognizes him when he is drunk. When the blind girl and her grandmother fall behind in the rent and face eviction, he tries working and even enters a boxing competition to raise the money they need. Regarded as Chaplin's masterpiece, *City Lights* has been ranked on more than seventeen "100 greatest movies of all time" lists. Orson Welles cited it as his favorite picture. *City Lights* is available for streaming on Amazon Prime, Hulu, HBOMax, Tubi and PlutoTV. The Columbus Library lists three copies on blu-ray and eight copies on DVD. Watch the movie on your own, then join us upstairs at East Market to discuss the film. If you want more, *Unknown Chaplin* is a three-episode lost-footage documentary available on Youtube. It covers his time on *City Lights* beginning at the twenty-six minute mark of episode two: https://youtu.be/f8960Uc15hI?t=1558

**💞 Zoom Speed Dating for Detroit Locals – Matched by Age & Personality** For this online speed dating version, the host and the people in the room matter as much as the agenda. The experience is designed to feel guided, welcoming, and social. Speed dating from home — connect with real Detroit singles on Zoom. We match you with compatible Detroit locals using a quick personality quiz. You'll chat one-on-one on Zoom in short timed rounds while a host guides the session. **Choose your age range to register:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Detroit&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=18-32&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Detroit&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=30-46&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Detroit&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=40-58&face_v=1.0) **⚠️ Your RSVP doesn't guarantee a place.** Click your age group link below, register, and take the personality quiz to lock in your spot. Limited places. --- ✅ **You will like this if:** - Busy professionals who don't want to waste evenings - 💡 People re-entering the dating scene after a break - First-timers new to speed dating **How the event unfolds** 1. **Pick your age group** – Register through your link above. 2. **Fill in the matching quiz** – Helps us find your ideal matches for the evening. 3. **Log in** – Connect to the Zoom session from home. The host runs the show. 4. **Speed date** – One-on-one rounds with personality-matched Detroit locals. 🗂 **Quick details** - **Format:** Hosted on Zoom – one-on-one video dates - **Location:** From home – all you need is Wi-Fi and a webcam - **Host:** Professional host keeping the evening smooth and relaxed --- ✨ One Zoom call, genuine conversations, real matches. See you there. ✨ ✨ Compressed version with the essentials only. Concise by design so people can decide quickly. 🤝 **Community angle** - The host keeps the pace clear and the room welcoming - The community matters as much as the session itself - The structure is designed to help people settle in quickly It is meant to feel like the start of ongoing relationships, not just a single session on the calendar.

We are excited to host Guided Meditations on Sundays at 6 pm in our Ashram/Gallery/Home! !! !! Everyone wants to know what kind of God we worship and what kind of meditation we do. We worship the GOD that LOVES US! We understand that god is an energy and it lives in us as us. Our meditations guide others to actually experience that energy! xoxo We don't just talk about peace, love and affection, we experience it :) Also we are a home not a business, so we enjoy building community one friend at a time. We always build in time for people to mingle & develop friendships! xoxo Much Love, Frank Tennyson Namaste, Frank Tennyson http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/f/9/9/600_447824953.jpeg

**💗 Speed Dating from Home – Meet Indianapolis Singles Live on Zoom** For this online speed dating version, the host and the people in the room matter as much as the agenda. The experience is designed to feel guided, welcoming, and social. A straightforward, fun way to meet local singles without stepping out. Join from home, get paired with Indianapolis singles your age, and have real conversations on Zoom. A host manages everything so you can just relax and enjoy. **Find your age group below:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Indianapolis&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=18-32&face_v=1.0) - 🎯 **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Indianapolis&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=30-46&face_v=1.0) - 🎯 **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Indianapolis&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=40-58&face_v=1.0) **⚠️ RSVP alone won't secure your spot.** You need to register through your age group link below and complete the personality quiz. Places are limited. --- 🎯 **Great fit for:** - ✨ Introverts who shine in one-on-one conversations - Indianapolis locals after personality-matched dates - First-timers new to speed dating 🔄 **What to expect** 1. **Pick your age group** – Register through your link above. 2. **Complete the quiz** – Short personality quiz so we can match you well. 3. **Hop on Zoom** – Join the call and your host will walk you through it. 4. **Speed date** – One-on-one rounds with personality-matched Indianapolis locals. **At a glance** - **Format:** Zoom video session – short timed rounds - **Location:** Online from home – no need to go anywhere - **Host:** Experienced host steering the session ⭐ *"Ideal for introverts. Felt at ease the entire time."* – Indianapolis attendee **Frequently Asked Questions** **How long are the chats?** A few minutes each — just enough to get a sense of someone. **What's the personality quiz for?** **Is my info private?** --- ✨ Register, take the quiz, and connect with Indianapolis locals tonight. 🫶 ✨ Quick version: this one gets straight to the point. Everything important, without the extra padding. 🤝 **Community angle** - The structure is designed to help people settle in quickly - The atmosphere is guided, social, and easy to join - The host keeps the pace clear and the room welcoming The long-term goal is a room people want to come back to, not a one-off event people forget about.

Rev. Steven Clevenger is an ordained spiritualist minister with over 40 years experience as a Spiritual Healer, Clairvoyant and Spiritual Teacher, educated and trained at the White Lily Chapel. Rev. Siobhan Wolf Shaffer is an ordained spiritualist minister and certified medium and healer with over 20 years experience. She began her development in 1988 in Pennsylvania and continued when she moved to Ohio in 1998 where she studied at Rays of Lights Church with Rev. Steven Clevenger. Our full worship services consist of an inspirational lecture, healing meditation, and messages from the spirit world that serve to demonstrate evidence of eternal life. Please visit our Official Church Website (http://raysoflightchurch.com) for more information.

**✨ Virtual Speed Dating – Cincinnati Singles, Curated by Personality** The point of this online speed dating event is not just the content. It is the room, the host, and the feeling that people are joining something they can return to. We pair you by personality and age so every conversation feels natural. Each round is a brief one-on-one Zoom chat with a Cincinnati local paired by age and personality. A host keeps the pace comfortable. **Pick your age group and sign up:** - ⚡ **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=18-32&face_v=1.0) - 💡 **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=30-46&face_v=1.0) - ✨ **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=40-58&face_v=1.0) **⚠️ Important: RSVP ≠ registration.** To join, pick your age group below, sign up, and finish the personality quiz. Spots are limited. --- 🎯 **Great fit for:** - People fed up with swiping who want actual conversation - Singles in Cincinnati who want to meet people from home - 🔥 Anyone curious about speed dating in a relaxed setting 🔄 **What to expect** 1. **Register** – Select your age group above and sign up. 2. **Take the personality quiz** – We use it to pair you with compatible Cincinnati singles. 3. **Log in** – Connect to the Zoom session from home. The host runs the show. 4. **Meet your matches** – Cycle through short chats with compatible Cincinnati singles. 📍 **Event snapshot** - **Format:** Zoom video session – short timed rounds - **Location:** Your space – couch, desk, wherever suits you - **Host:** Live host handling rounds and introductions 💡 **Tip:** Check your Zoom setup and pick a quiet, well-lit spot ahead of time. ⭐ *"I was nervous but the host made it effortless. Met someone wonderful first try."* – Cincinnati single --- ✨ Your next match could be one Zoom call away. ✨ ✨ Lean version: fewer words, same core offer. Everything important, without the extra padding. 🤝 **Community angle** - The structure is designed to help people settle in quickly - Repeat attendees help create familiarity and momentum - The community matters as much as the session itself The long-term goal is a room people want to come back to, not a one-off event people forget about.

**🦋 Cleveland Speed Dating – Personality Matched & Hosted on Zoom** This online speed dating format leans into the human side: strong hosting, repeat attendees, and a sense that the event is part of a growing community. Genuine conversations with real locals — all from your living room. Quick, hosted rounds on Zoom with Cleveland singles paired to your age group and personality. No awkward pauses — just natural conversation. **Choose your age range to register:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cleveland&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=18-32&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cleveland&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=30-46&face_v=1.0) - 🔥 **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cleveland&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=40-58&face_v=1.0) **⚠️ Your RSVP doesn't guarantee a place.** Click your age group link below, register, and take the personality quiz to lock in your spot. Limited places. --- 🎯 **Great fit for:** - Introverts who shine in one-on-one conversations - People fed up with swiping who want actual conversation - 💡 People re-entering the dating scene after a break **How the event unfolds** 1. **Pick your age group** – Register through your link above. 2. **Complete the quiz** – Short personality quiz so we can match you well. 3. **Log in** – Connect to the Zoom session from home. The host runs the show. 4. **Meet your matches** – Cycle through short chats with compatible Cleveland singles. 🗂 **Quick details** - **Format:** Zoom video session – short timed rounds - **Location:** Your space – couch, desk, wherever suits you - **Host:** Experienced host steering the session 💡 **Tip:** Good lighting and a clean background make a big difference. --- ✨ One Zoom call, genuine conversations, real matches. See you there. 💗 ✨ Lean version: fewer words, same core offer. Everything important, without the extra padding. 🤝 **Community angle** - The community matters as much as the session itself - Repeat attendees help create familiarity and momentum - The host keeps the pace clear and the room welcoming It is meant to feel like the start of ongoing relationships, not just a single session on the calendar.

**❤️‍🔥 Online Speed Dating – Real Detroit Locals, Live on Zoom** We pair you by personality and age so every conversation feels natural. It's simple: complete a short personality quiz, jump on Zoom, and meet Detroit singles in guided one-on-one rounds. Matches shared afterwards. **Pick your age group and sign up:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Detroit&groupurlname=city-readers-social-and-discussion-collective&ar=18-32&face_v=1.0) - 🎯 **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Detroit&groupurlname=city-readers-social-and-discussion-collective&ar=30-46&face_v=1.0) **⚠️ Important: RSVP ≠ registration.** To join, pick your age group below, sign up, and finish the personality quiz. Spots are limited. --- 👥 **Best for:** - People re-entering the dating scene after a break - First-timers new to speed dating 📍 **Event snapshot** - 🔥 **Format:** Virtual on Zoom – hosted and well-structured - **Location:** Your space – couch, desk, wherever suits you 🛠 **What the flow looks like** 1. **Sign up** – Tap the link for your age range above. 2. **Take the personality quiz** – We use it to pair you with compatible Detroit singles. 3. **Join on Zoom** – Click the link, jump on, and the host handles the rest. 💡 **Tip:** Prepare a couple of questions — it keeps the conversation moving. --- ✨ Meet Detroit singles from home. Sign up and we'll take care of the rest. 💞 ✨ Lean version: fewer words, same core offer. Everything important, without the extra padding.

This is a time where players of all ages, and skill levels can gather and enjoy a nice Sunday full of Chess!

**💕 Detroit Speed Dating – Personality Matched & Hosted on Zoom** The point of this online speed dating event is not just the content. It is the room, the host, and the feeling that people are joining something they can return to. A hosted online speed dating experience for Detroit locals. It's simple: complete a short personality quiz, jump on Zoom, and meet Detroit singles in guided one-on-one rounds. Matches shared afterwards. **Find your age group below:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Detroit&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=18-32&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Detroit&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=30-46&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Detroit&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=40-58&face_v=1.0) **⚠️ Your RSVP doesn't guarantee a place.** Click your age group link below, register, and take the personality quiz to lock in your spot. Limited places. --- ✅ **You will like this if:** - ⚡ Anyone curious about speed dating in a relaxed setting - 💡 Busy professionals who don't want to waste evenings - ✨ Singles in Detroit who want to meet people from home 📍 **Event snapshot** - **Format:** Hosted on Zoom – one-on-one video dates - **Location:** Wherever you're comfortable – no venue, no travel - 🎉 **Host:** Friendly host guiding every round 🛠 **What the flow looks like** 1. **Pick your age group** – Register through your link above. 2. **Fill in the matching quiz** – Helps us find your ideal matches for the evening. 3. **Join on Zoom** – Click the link, jump on, and the host handles the rest. 4. **Chat** – Quick timed rounds with Detroit singles paired to you. ⭐ *"I was nervous but the host made it effortless. Met someone wonderful first try."* – Detroit single --- ✨ Meet Detroit singles from home. Sign up and we'll take care of the rest. 💖 ✨ Quick version: this one gets straight to the point. Concise by design so people can decide quickly. 🤝 **Community angle** - The atmosphere is guided, social, and easy to join - The community matters as much as the session itself - The host keeps the pace clear and the room welcoming That community angle is deliberate: better conversations, more familiar faces, and stronger momentum over time.

**🫶 Cleveland Speed Dating – Personality Matched & Hosted on Zoom** This online speed dating format leans into the human side: strong hosting, repeat attendees, and a sense that the event is part of a growing community. Online speed dating for Cleveland locals — hosted live on Zoom, personality matched. Quick, hosted rounds on Zoom with Cleveland singles paired to your age group and personality. No awkward pauses — just natural conversation. **Pick your age group and sign up:** - 🌍 **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cleveland&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=18-32&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cleveland&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=30-46&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cleveland&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=40-58&face_v=1.0) **⚠️ RSVP alone won't secure your spot.** You need to register through your age group link below and complete the personality quiz. Places are limited. --- 👥 **Best for:** - People fed up with swiping who want actual conversation - People re-entering the dating scene after a break - Singles who prefer a hosted, structured experience ⭐ *"So much better than apps. Actual conversations with real people."* – Cleveland attendee 🗂 **Quick details** - 💡 **Format:** Hosted on Zoom – one-on-one video dates - 🔥 **Location:** Online from home – no need to go anywhere - **Host:** Live host handling rounds and introductions 🧭 **How the session runs** 1. **Pick your age group** – Register through your link above. 2. **Take the personality quiz** – We use it to pair you with compatible Cleveland singles. 3. **Join on Zoom** – Click the link, jump on, and the host handles the rest. 4. **Chat** – Quick timed rounds with Cleveland singles paired to you. 💡 **Tip:** Prepare a couple of questions — it keeps the conversation moving. **Frequently Asked Questions** **Do I need anything besides Zoom?** Just Zoom, a webcam, and Wi-Fi. That's it. **Do I need experience?** **What's the personality quiz for?** --- ✨ Meet Cleveland singles from home. Sign up and we'll take care of the rest. 🦋 ✨ Compressed version with the essentials only. Fast to read, easy to act on. 🤝 **Community angle** - Repeat attendees help create familiarity and momentum - The community matters as much as the session itself - The structure is designed to help people settle in quickly It is meant to feel like the start of ongoing relationships, not just a single session on the calendar.

**✨ Virtual Speed Dating – Toledo Singles, Curated by Personality** This online speed dating format leans into the human side: strong hosting, repeat attendees, and a sense that the event is part of a growing community. A hosted online speed dating experience for Toledo locals. You'll cycle through short one-on-one video chats with Toledo locals matched to you by age and personality. A host keeps the evening flowing smoothly. **Find your age group below:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Toledo&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=18-32&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Toledo&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=30-46&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Toledo&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=40-58&face_v=1.0) **⚠️ Important: RSVP ≠ registration.** To join, pick your age group below, sign up, and finish the personality quiz. Spots are limited. --- 🎯 **Especially useful for:** - 🚀 Anyone curious about speed dating in a relaxed setting - Introverts who shine in one-on-one conversations - 🚀 Singles in Toledo who want to meet people from home 🛠 **What the flow looks like** 1. **Sign up** – Tap the link for your age range above. 2. **Take the personality quiz** – We use it to pair you with compatible Toledo singles. 3. **Log in** – Connect to the Zoom session from home. The host runs the show. 4. **Chat** – Quick timed rounds with Toledo singles paired to you. 🗂 **Quick details** - **Format:** Live on Zoom – guided rounds from your home - **Location:** Online from home – no need to go anywhere - **Host:** Professional host keeping the evening smooth and relaxed 💡 **Tip:** Check your Zoom setup and pick a quiet, well-lit spot ahead of time. --- ✨ Register, take the quiz, and connect with Toledo locals tonight. 💘 ✨ Compressed version with the essentials only. Concise by design so people can decide quickly. 🤝 **Community angle** - The host keeps the pace clear and the room welcoming - The community matters as much as the session itself - The structure is designed to help people settle in quickly We are building this around repeat faces, good energy, and a community that grows event by event.

**💗 Cincinnati Zoom Speed Dating – Personality & Age Matched** For this online speed dating version, the host and the people in the room matter as much as the agenda. The experience is designed to feel guided, welcoming, and social. Speed dating from home — connect with real Cincinnati singles on Zoom. Quick, hosted rounds on Zoom with Cincinnati singles paired to your age group and personality. No awkward pauses — just natural conversation. **Find your age group below:** - 🚀 **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=18-32&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=30-46&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=circle-of-singles-connecting-in-person&ar=40-58&face_v=1.0) **⚠️ RSVP alone won't secure your spot.** You need to register through your age group link below and complete the personality quiz. Places are limited. --- 👥 **Best for:** - Singles in Cincinnati who want to meet people from home - ⚡ People re-entering the dating scene after a break - Singles who prefer a hosted, structured experience ⭐ *"10/10. The host was fantastic and I actually had fun on the dates."* – Cincinnati first-timer 📌 **What to know** - **Format:** Zoom video session – short timed rounds - **Location:** Online from home – no need to go anywhere - **Host:** Live host handling rounds and introductions 🔄 **What to expect** 1. **Sign up** – Tap the link for your age range above. 2. **Take the personality quiz** – We use it to pair you with compatible Cincinnati singles. 3. **Join on Zoom** – Click the link, jump on, and the host handles the rest. 4. **Meet your matches** – Cycle through short chats with compatible Cincinnati singles. --- ✨ One Zoom call, genuine conversations, real matches. See you there. 🦋 ✨ Short-form version for faster scanning. Fast to read, easy to act on. 🤝 **Community angle** - Repeat attendees help create familiarity and momentum - The host keeps the pace clear and the room welcoming - The atmosphere is guided, social, and easy to join We are building this around repeat faces, good energy, and a community that grows event by event.

Main Library, Meeting Room 2B Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. All backgrounds are welcome.

When judging morality, should we prioritize **intentions/duty** or **outcomes/results**? It introduces two influential philosophers as representatives of these approaches. * **Immanuel Kant (deontology):** An action is moral when it is done from **duty** and follows rational, universal principles (the **categorical imperative**). Certain acts—like lying—are wrong regardless of the consequences; you can’t do a wrong thing for a right reason. * **John Stuart Mill (utilitarian consequentialism):** The morality of an action is determined by its **effects**, specifically how much **happiness/well-being** it produces. Mill argues that some pleasures are “higher” than others, and that good intentions don’t redeem harmful outcomes. ## Discussion Questions 1. **The lying dilemma:** A murderer comes to your door and asks if your friend is hiding inside. Kant would say you must not lie. 2. **Can good intentions rescue a bad outcome?** 3. **The organ harvest problem:** A surgeon has five patients dying of organ failure and one healthy patient in for a checkup. Killing the one to harvest organs would save five lives, and the math works out for the utilitarian. Why does this feel so deeply wrong? Is that feeling a point in Kant's favor, or just a bias we should overcome? 4. **Do rules need exceptions?** Kant insists moral rules must be universal, with no exceptions. But most of us can imagine extreme scenarios where any rule seems like it should bend. Does the need for exceptions fatally undermine deontology, or is the strength of the system precisely that it refuses to bend? 5. **Who gets to calculate the consequences?** Utilitarianism asks us to maximize good outcomes, but we're notoriously bad at predicting consequences. If we can't reliably know the results of our actions, is it practical to base our entire moral system on outcomes? Does this uncertainty push us back toward rules and principles? 6. **Everyday morality:** Think about a real moral decision you've made recently, even a small one. Did you reason more like a Kantian (what's the right thing to do in principle?) or more like a utilitarian (what will produce the best result?)? Do most people naturally lean one way? 7. **Justice vs. the greater good:** A town can prevent a deadly plague by sacrificing one innocent person. The greater good is clearly served. But is it just? Can an action be morally right and deeply unjust at the same time? 8. **The big synthesis question:** Are these two systems actually opposed, or do they often arrive at the same answers by different paths? Is it possible that we need both: rules to guide us in the moment and consequences to evaluate systems and policies over time?

At Unity of Columbus, our Youth and Family Ministry nurtures the spiritual growth of children and families through love, joy, and practical spiritual teachings. Each Sunday, children explore timeless spiritual principles through stories, creative activities, music, and group sharing in a safe and welcoming environment. Our program encourages children to discover their own inner light, express kindness, and develop a personal connection with God. Together, we celebrate diversity, cultivate understanding, and inspire each child to live with purpose and compassion. Parents and families are invited to join in this uplifting journey of learning, laughter, and spiritual connection.

Private Group. Closed to the Public Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy. In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected. The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve. I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia

The Unity of Columbus Resource Group for the Homeless is seeking compassionate volunteers who would like to help serve and uplift members of our homeless community. This group is dedicated to sharing kindness, resources, and support with individuals who may be experiencing difficult circumstances. Anyone with a heart for service is welcome to join us as we work together to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Community members are also invited to contribute by bringing helpful items for those in need. Donations of items can be contributed at the meeting and will be distributed to assist members of the homeless community. Please consider joining us and sharing this opportunity with friends, family, or associates who may also wish to help. Learn more about Unity of Columbus at www.unityofcolumbus.org or call (614) 267-4959. Together we can extend compassion, dignity, and support to our community. 💛

Let’s meet and share our thoughts about Carson McCullers’ novella, The Ballad of The Sad Café.

We're meeting at 5pm local to read from and discuss Normal People by Sally Rooney. Read what you can beforehand and bring your thoughts, favorite moments, and questions. New members are very welcome.