About us
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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March 17 Western Suburbs Social Humanists Get-Together
Location not specified yetThe Minnesota Humanists’ "Western Suburbs Social" is for connecting with like-minded people and making new friends. This is not a singles group or a professional networking group, just a fun way to socialize with fellow humanists.
In March, the next “Western Suburbs Social Humanists” get-together will be Tuesday, March 17, 6 – 8 p.m., at Marna's in their lounge area.
Please only sign up if you commit to attending and be sure to change your RSVP if your plans change. If there's interest from more, please sign up for the wait list.
The event is open to all, but with a focus on engaging existing HumanistsMN members as well as potential new members in the western suburbs of Mpls.
This event is sponsored by HumanistsMN. 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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Humanism in Action: Pack Food at the Food Group
Food Group Warehouse, 8501 54th Ave. North, New Hope, mn, USJoin fellow humanists and freethinkers to help sort and pack food at the Food Group Warehouse. The food we sort and pack will eventually be distributed to the nearly 200 food shelves/Fare-for-All Centers that the Food Group services. The Food Group is a secular, NON-faith based non-profit organization whose mission is to "serve the hunger needs of our changing communities".
Warehouse Volunteers assist with projects including:
· Bulk repacking of items such as oatmeal, rice, beans, or pasta
· Assembling boxes for food distribution
· Sorting donated goods
· Cleaning and sanitation of the workspaceMinimum volunteer age is 12, and all minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
The following is from the The Food Group:
Thank you for signing up to volunteer at The Food Group! All new participants MUST fill out a volunteer waiver at sign-in or can do so on-line here: Click here to sign a copy of waiver 1
We will begin promptly at the scheduled shift time- please try to arrive 5-10 minutes early to wash hands and get settled so we can begin right at 1:00!
Please wear comfortable work clothes and note that closed-toed shoes and pants are required. For safety in the warehouse, please wear tops that cover the torso to the waistline. You are welcome to bring snacks (keep in mind that snacks may only be enjoyed in the volunteer orientation room). (P.S. Some snacks are usually provided by the Food Group.)
If for any reason you are uncomfortable or unable to do a certain duty, please let the staff know when you arrive.
We look forward to hosting you as we complete this important work for our community!
*And remember we have a drinking fountain, so bring your reusable water bottles!*This year the Food Group is also low on packaged food items for distribution, so if you would like to bring a donation item(s), please do so!
Hope to see you there!
P.S.: Please remember to keep your RSVP up to date, so that people on the wait-list can sign up and we can show up with a full crew!
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 on our website.
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Humanism as a Lifestance: Intro to Ethics without Religion
First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, 900 Mt Curve Ave, Minneapolis, MN, USAre you new to humanism? Do you want to explore humanism more deeply? Or are you interested in learning how to explain humanism to others? If any of these apply, then this three-part series examining humanism as a lifestance is for you.
Participants are encouraged to come to all three sessions, but folks are welcome to come as they are able. Each presentation will focus on one salient aspect of humanism interspersed with discussion.
Session Two: Intro to Ethics (March 18)
In this second session of our series we will focus on the ethical imperative of humanism and disentangle ethics from religion. We will explore the evolutionary origins of moral instincts and the philosophical moral theories that have influenced the humanist outlook. In addition, a contemporary secular process for ethical deliberation will be put forward. Come explore the heart of humanism.Session Three: Intro to Meaning and Mattering (April 1)
Humanists believe we are the products of an un-designed, evolutionary process. What meaning or purpose can there be to our lives? Do our lives really matter? In the last session of this series, we will look at how a naturalist worldview and humanism’s ethical commitments contribute to our experience of meaning and mattering.Presenter: Audrey Kingstrom is a humanist celebrant and Board member of HumanistsMN as well as a member of First Unitarian Society, a humanist congregation. Audrey holds a Master's of Divinity degree from Union Theological Seminary in New York City and a Master's of Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, also in NYC.
Session One: Intro to Naturalism (March 4)
The first session of our series began by looking at the naturalist worldview which lays the foundation for modern-day humanism. We highlighted the scientific developments and philosophical perspectives over the course of centuries – and across the globe -- that shifted our attention from the supernatural to the natural world and we considered how this outlook changes our understanding of ourselves.These sessions are sponsored by HumanistsMN and First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, a humanist congregation. Please consider supporting one or both of these associations to help cover our costs and build the humanist movement. Click on the embedded links above to donate or join.
HumanistsMN is committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and caring community for all our members. We welcome everyone who shares our humanist principles. We acknowledge the dignity and worth of all people -- every race, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, social class, abilities, or disabilities. We actively promote a culture of respect, belonging, and compassion as we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive. By participating in HumanistsMN events, you agree to conduct yourself in accordance with these values.
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