The Program A people and their religion must be judged by social standards based on social ethics. No other standard would have any meaning if religion is held to be a necessary good for the well-being of the people. — B.R. Ambedkar (1891-1956), Indian jurist, philosopher, writer, orator, and...

We are regularly faced with moral choices, big and small. How should we respond to a tricky family or relationship situation? What is the right thing to do when faced with a dilemma at work? What is the most ethical course for a community, state, or nation to follow, and how much am I prepared to...

We welcome your critique of this program, as well as your suggestions. Thank you for your feedback! Your input improves programs for all of our congregations....

We welcome your critique of this program, as well as your suggestions. Thank you for your feedback! Your input improves programs for all of our congregations....

© 2012. The Developmental Editor for this program is Gail Forsyth-Vail. Development, clarification, refinement, and expansion of our ethical thinking often occur in the midst of crisis or in response to an event or relationship that calls our world view into question. However, this program offers...

Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 1, Ethical Statements Pen or pencil for each participant Preparation for Activity Copy Handout 1, Ethical Statements, for all participants. Description of Activity Introduce the activity with words like these: We have explored a number of...

Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity A copy of the story "The Boy Who Cried Wolf" Newsprint, markers, and tape Preparation for Activity Print the story. Familiarize yourself so you will be able to read or tell it. Write on newsprint, and post: What moral reasoning did the villagers...