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[close] Group for discussion about Secular Humanism. Generally for those who either are Secular Humanists, or those who want to know about it. Support for info & books about Secular Humanism. Not for religious people to slam or otherwise put down. Non-religious (secular) morals & ethics derive from conscience and observation of the world in terms of reality ("let your conscience be your guide"). Ethics are preferred to synthesized morals and are practical, and work realistically. Science confirms reality and the real world around us and helps better explain and define it. "Secular" denotes "without and free of religion" as the U.S. government is supposed to be (see Separation Of Church And State). "Humanist" denotes being human, a member of humanity, and support of and by fellow human beings; i.e. social cooperation of and by equals. Also, being free of bias, prejudice and racism; but being a rational, reasoning, and objective person. Info to get you started: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Secular_humanism https://www.secularhumanism.org http://www.americanhumanist.org

[close] Each month a theme will be set with a suggested book for each age group (adult, young adult, 8-12 years, young children). You do not have to stick to your age group, it's just to provide a little something for everyone. Some months adult themes may be included, there will be a warning given prior if this is the case. If you add a book to the tbr please let a moderator know the key themes, genres and age range that it falls under.

[close] This page will help us facilitate the book club discussions for the SURJ KC - Families core group for those of us that can't make it to our in-person discussions.

[close] Goodreads group home (useful when using the mobile app): https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1016849-surj-colorado-springs Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/SURJCOS/ Showing Up for Racial Justice Colorado Springs meets monthly (except December) for a book club. SURJ Colorado Springs is the local chapter of a national network of groups and individuals organizing people for racial justice. SURJ Colorado Springs honors SURJ National's core principles of calling on more white people to be accomplices in the fight for racial justice and holding white people accountable and responsible for dismantling white supremacy and breaking down systems of oppression. Simultaneously, SURJ COS has been a multiracial space since its inception and we want to further embrace and center our community. ALL are welcome that are wanting to show up for racial justice. At its core, SURJ is accountable to people of color (POC)-led activism, initiatives, and calls-to-action and we will maintain this format.