What is Humanism?
Humanism is the belief that we can live good lives without religious or superstitious beliefs. Humanists make sense of the world using reason, experience and shared human values. We seek to make the best of the one life we have by creating meaning and purpose for ourselves. We take responsibility for our actions and work with others for the common good. Humanism encompasses atheism and agnosticism but is an active and ethical philosophy far greater than these negative responses to religion. The 2001 Census showed that 18.3% of the local population identified themselves as non-religious and a further 8.4% did not specify. To our knowledge there has never been a humanist group in our region until now.
Who is the group for?
You don't need to be a member of the BHA or even be a humanist to attend meetings. We have agreed on an optional contribution of £1 at each meeting towards group funds.
Next Meeting on 15/03/10
The Case for Vegetarianism: Professor Brian Newbould
Meeting at 7.30pm at the Friends Meeting House. All welcome. Click GO for full details.
