How to Become a Member of the Ethical Society of St. Louis
Why join an Ethical Society? The benefits are many. It is inspiring to experience a culture that challenges us personally and verifies our innermost values. Ethical Societies are laboratories where we learn how to face the discord in life and create harmony. You can meet and socialize with a diverse group of like-minded people, clarify your personal philosophy of life, support others and accept the support of others during all the stages of life, and celebrate what it means to be alive. Ultimately, Ethical Societies become a portable state of mind and culture as well as our personal community.
Membership is open to anyone who is at least 16 years of age and willing to become an active, contributing member of our community. The nature and extent of participation depends upon individual needs and interests. All members make an annual financial pledge to support the Society's programming and outreach, but no one is excluded from membership because of an inability to pledge.
Here's how joining works:
- Spend some time with us. Come to Platform on Sundays and join us afterwards during the Social Hour to talk. Find out about our activities—and get involved. Visitors are welcome to attend all Society events, classes, and social activities. So come and see if this in the kind of community that you would suit you.
- Learn about us. Read our literature. Come to an adult education class, specifically one that provides background on the history and philosophy of Ethical Culture. We also urge you to attend one of our post-Platform Visitor's Open House sessions on Sunday mornings for informal question-and-answer about the Society.
- Fill out an application form. You can obtain a form by calling the Society office at 314-991-0955. The form asks if you agree with the principles of the Ethical Culture and intend to support the Society's future growth. We will inform you of acceptance by mail and assist you in becoming involved in ways that match your interests, needs, and aspirations. We look forward to having you as part of our community.