Faith community
Philadelphia Ethical Society
A humanist community at Rittenhouse Square that holds free Sunday talks with a guest speaker and live music. The talks are open in person and online, with dialogue on making Philadelphia more ethical.
- Free
- Faith community: Another tradition
- Online OK
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What they do
Come to a free Sunday talk at 11 am, in person at Rittenhouse Square or online. To become a member, attend events for a while, fill out the interest form, and talk with members and the board about applying.
Who it is for
- Who can join
- Open to anyone
- Faith
- A faith community: Another tradition
- Who is there
- Adults of any age
When and where
Sunday talks at 11 am each week, with a guest speaker, live music, and dialogue. The calendar also lists other events, such as yoga, dance classes, and a film club.
- Days
- Sunday
- Times
- Morning
Main building
- Address
- 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
- Part of the city
- Central
You can join online.
Your first visit
Feeling unsure the first time is normal. Most groups are glad when someone new walks in.
First step: Come to a Sunday talk at 1906 Rittenhouse Square at 11 am, or watch live online. To get the online link, sign up for the mailing list..
You can just show up.
What to expect
A Sunday program at 11 am features a guest speaker and live music, plus a conversation about making Philadelphia more ethical. Talks are livestreamed and recorded, and past sessions are on the society's YouTube channel. The site does not say how long the program runs.
Tips for your first visit
- The site gives no entrance or elevator details, so call the office at 215-735-3456 before a first visit.
- Sign up for the mailing list if you want the link to watch online.
- Check the event page for an RSVP link, since the site does not say whether one is required.
- Watch a past session on the YouTube channel to get a sense of the program first.
Newcomer welcome
Fine for newcomers, but you may need to speak up (3 out of 5). Why we say this: Talks are free and open to the public, both in person and online, with a clear way to get the online link. The site has no first-visit guide or newcomer program..
Cost and commitment
- Cost
- Free. Admission to Sunday talks costs nothing, and the public is welcome. Giving to support the society is optional, with monthly tiers starting at $10.
- How often
- Drop in whenever you like
Access and languages
- Wheelchair access
- We do not know yet. Ask the group before you go.
- Languages spoken
- We do not know yet which languages are spoken.
Requirements
We found no special requirements. Ask the group if you are not sure.
How to reach them
We copy contact details as the group or a public source published them. Each one shows where it came from.
- Website: phillyethics.org Source: phillyethics.org, seen October 8, 2026
- Email: office@phillyethics.org Source: phillyethics.org, seen October 8, 2026
- Phone: 215-735-3456 Source: phillyethics.org, seen October 8, 2026
Sources and last check
Checked by our research team on October 8, 2026. This was a closer look, including what a first visit is like.
- Last seen active
- October 2026 (See the evidence)
- Last checked by our team
- October 8, 2026
- Status
- Active
- Our confidence in this listing
- High
- IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Pennsylvania extract, seen October 4, 2026. Supports: Name, Location, Ein
- phillyethics.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Summary, Schedule, Cost, Location, Contacts, Status, First step, Audience, What to expect
- phillyethics.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Status, Last sign of life, Schedule
- phillyethics.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: What they do, Cost, First step
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