In-Person Services, Columbia, SC Sundays 11AM

“Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion: The Wisdom of Jonathan Haidt”

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Dr. Michael Sullivan will be presenting a creative understanding of why good people are divided by politics and religion. It is based on the work of social psychologist Jonathan Haidt.  Dr. Haidt concludes that “morality binds and blinds”. Using the six foundations of morality derived from his research, we can gain a better understanding of “the righteous mind” that everyone has. This can help bridge political and religious divides and promote greater respect for opposing views. 

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The Brain Has a Mind of Its Own

We often think of ourselves as the masters of our own house, of our own universe—that our conscious brain, with our orchestration and approval, makes our decisions and defines our values. But science and psychology suggest another layer. Beneath the surface of our waking mind lies a vast, silent ocean, an invisible director known as […]

Milestones, Anniversaries, Reflections, and Celebrations

In the spirit of our nation marking its 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, patriotic music will set the mood of the service that will highlight the special nature of the events and experiences in our lives that help shape who we are – as individuals, as a community, and beyond.

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