Ethical Society Mid Rivers

We had a great time at our annual "Breakfast Picnic in the Park" this morning. Here are 4 ESMR members, proudly displaying the evolution of our t-shirts from over the years! (Unplanned, but so much fun!)

COMING UP THIS WEEKEND:

SUNDAY, JUNE 14 | 10:30 AM | BREAKFAST IN THE PARK | QUAIL RIDGE PARK, PAVILION 6
Bring a dish to share and gather in Pavilion 6 at Quail Ridge Park to enjoy a lovely morning of community for our annual potluck breakfast in the park. Bring the whole family! This is a rain or shine event—the pavilion is covered! 560 Interstate Dr, Wentzville, MO 63385.

We welcome Louise Jett back to our Society, with her presentation entitled “History is Tired of Repeating Itself.”

The strength of a diverse society is not measured by how well it serves the majority. It is measured by whether every person can find recognition, support, and belonging.

Recent reports indicate that the Department of Defense has reduced its list of recognized faith and belief categories from more than 200 to 31, removing Humanists, Unitarian Universalists, Pagans, Atheists, and many other minority traditions from the coding system used to identify service members’ religious and philosophical affiliations.

Ethical Humanism teaches that every person has worth and deserves to be treated with dignity and respect.

A society committed to human dignity makes room for people of many beliefs, people of no religious belief, and those whose convictions do not fit neatly into the majority.

Every person deserves to be seen and supported.

Coming up this Sunday, June 7:

HISTORY IS TIRED OF REPEATING ITSELF

LOUISE JETT, ETHICAL CULTURE LEADER

​Marx quipped that history repeats first as tragedy, then as farce. Nietzsche imagined the hypothetical eternal recurrence. But maybe history is simply… tired. What if Humanism is our invitation to stop the reruns and invent the sequel?
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Louise Jett (she/her) is an Ethical Humanist, educator, and storyteller who strives to bring curiosity and compassion to everything she does. An American Ethical Union certified Leader, she finds inspiration in people who dedicate themselves to empowering and caring for others. She loves connecting with people and having fun. So, please be sure to say hello before or after Platform!

117 Triad Center West, O'Fallon, MO, 63366

ESMR founding member Rob Martin died in March. He was a beloved part of our Society, along with his late wife, Patti, for many years. May he rest in peace.

Robert Edward Martin Obituary March 6, 2026 - Baue Funeral Homes View Robert Edward Martin's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

SUNDAY, MAY 31 | 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM | WHAT DOES ETHICAL CULTURE LOOK LIKE TODAY?

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

This virtual, All-Societies Platform explores how Ethical Humanism continues to evolve through community, justice, and shared responsibility. During this gathering we will be in conversation with watch parties at Ethical Culture societies around the country. Hundreds of Ethical Culture members and friends nationwide will celebrate the legacy we inherit and the future we’re building together.

Register below!

THERE WILL NOT BE A MORNING PROGRAM AT ESMR'S LOCATION THIS WEEK.

American Ethical Union » May 31 All-Societies Platform: 150 Years of Ethical Culture Celebration This All-Societies Platform explores how Ethical Humanism continues to evolve through community, justice, and shared responsibility. During this gathering we will be in conversation with watch parties at Ethical Culture societies around the country. Hundreds of Ethical Culture members and friends na...