The topic of transhumanism has become increasingly popular in recent years as advances in technology continue to pose both extraordinary promise and unique challenges. However, transhumanism—the idea that technology should be used to transcend human limitations, including mortality itself—elicits impassioned reactions from academics and the public at large--and some humanists. In this talk, Dr. Albert R. Antosca will discuss the ways transhumanist concepts are beginning to inspire new forms of religious expression and how the theory of the Technological Singularity promises an atheistic... Read more about Greater Boston Humanists Solstice Luncheon: A. Antosca, "Transhumanism, Singularity, & Techno-Religion"

First Church in Cambridge at 11 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA, in the McKenzie Library (use front or side entrance on Mason Street). On the first day of summer, this gathering will celebrate the triumph of the Sun, honor the inconquerable part of ourselves and gather energy, strength and healing for ourselves, our human community and for the Earth Herself. Introductions will begin promptly at 3:00 pm, with ritual immediately to follow. Please be mindful that once the doors to the McKenzie Library are shut, out of respect for the sacred space, we will not be able to allow late comers to enter... Read more about Litha / Summer Solstice Ritual Hosted by Cornucopia Collective

The Islam 101 program is a 5-week series that covers the basics of Islam: the Articles of Faith, the Prophet’s Life, the Acts of Worship, the Qur’an, and Islamic Ethics. This is the recommended first step for non-Muslims seeking an introduction to Islam. Classes meet downstairs in the sisters' prayer hall.

African Americans have a unique story in the United States. All other non-indigenous communities came to the New World willingly to seek a better life, to escape an old life, or to purchase their way forward through indentured servitude. African slaves, however, were abducted and enslaved, being brought to America against their will. African Americans carry with them this history of injustice, while carving their own way through ongoing inequality, discrimination, and opportunity. This is a truly American experience and story. Relations between African American Christians and Muslims is also... Read more about 2019 Luce-Hartford Conference in Christian-Muslim Relations