Even our secular culture was directly shaped by Calvinist ideas and as a reaction to them, says Leader Curt Collier in this column, which also outlines our upcoming church-state speaker series.Read More
Addresses by our Leaders
The Ancient Art of Hospitality
The rituals of hosts and guests, practiced frequently during the holiday season, have their roots in values and customs stretching back millennia, says Leader Curt Collier in his latest column.Read More
Choosing to Help, Despite Challenges and Self-Doubt
Ethical challenges can be complex, with many things we value at odds. We make choices based on the best wisdom we have, says Leader Curt Collier in this column.Read More
Pondering the Vast Landscape between Perfection and Reality
Our leader, Curt Collier, claims not to be on speaking terms with the muses of art, music, or math, all of which he loves. In this column, he ponders existence between the sacred and the profane, where so many of us dwell.Read More
Coming Together in Community is an Act of Defiance and Hope
Let us not shrink, let our fears not overwhelm us, let us not dim the lights, stop our dancing, and hush our children. It’s time to come back to the Society, where your help is needed, says Leader Curt Collier in his latest column.Read More
Living on a Boat Provides Direct Feedback about How Lifestyle Affects the Environment
Leader Curt Collier will get direct feedback about how his lifestyle affects the environment as his sailboat becomes home. Soon, he’ll be entering New York Harbor as many immigrants did–on a boat. Read More