Events for Jan 11 - November 22, 2024

Online Event -- 6:30 Central Time

In this RfRx session we will be looking at the religious idea of “sin”, and what it has done to society as a whole and individuals. We will also discuss the trauma associated with it. Dave Warnock is a former conservative Evangelical pastor and church leader of 40 years. 10 years ago he began to question, examine and investigate his evangelical Christianity faith claims. He came to the conclusion that those beliefs came up short and it took him several years to work through how to live without belief. He realized that this was his one life and there was nothing after. His motto became “Carpe Diem” and he began living his best life. Following a fatal diagnosis of ALS in February 2019, his motto has been turbo charged. The first hour will be the topic discussion, followed by a Q&A session in which you can ask the guests your great questions. After the Q&A we’ll open up the lines for everyone and just talk and hangout for a bit with the hosts and guest(s). For RfRx comments, inquiries & topical questions, email us at RfRx@recoveringfromreligion.org. Join in on the Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/186729414 Meeting ID: 186 729 414 One tap [...]

Final Exit Network is a sponsor of this event and has a booth in the Exhibit Hall. The goals for CORT include educating therapists and lay persons about religious trauma syndrome and connecting survivors of religious trauma with qualified therapists and resources to aid in recovery.  For more information on the Vision, please refer to the Vision Statement here. They have gathered an exciting array of speakers ranging from pioneers in the field of religious trauma and undue influence to survivors of religious fundamentalism who are eager to share their personal stories of trauma, recovery, and hope with you. You are encouraged to explore the Exhibitor Hall, where you will see resources including books, products, workshops, art, and more related to healing and recovery from religious trauma syndrome and undue influence.

EVENT DETAILS Our panel will present alternate perspectives on end-of-life options for individuals diagnosed with dementia and answer questions from our audience.  Speakers will include: Kelly Bone in Florida was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease at the age of 57. Having watched her mother suffer and succumb to Alzheimer’s, she is determined to end her life with dignity on her own terms. Kelly lives in Florida, where MAid is not legal, and is devoted to expanding U.S. laws on medical aid in dying to include patients with dementia. In all states where MAID is legal, patients are required to have full mental capacity. Kelly speaks openly and powerfully about Alzheimer’s disease and has given many interviews as a courageous advocate for reform. You can read more about Kelly Bone on her blog: https://kellysalzheimerasblog.net/2021/01/12/update-on-my-fight-to-die-with-dignity-with-alzheimers/?fbclid=IwAR3Gh1DJFD0RmnmKgTxxjUQ-oCzfx8wcx-85TwX4dpULFmbw9aWcVjbJCIU Dr. Stefanie Green will join us from Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, where she devotes the majority of her clinical practice to medical aid in dying. Dr. Green is the co-founder and current President of the Canadian Association of MAiD Assessors and Providers (CAMAP).  She is also the medical advisor to the BC Ministry of Health MAiD oversight committee and moderator of CAMAP’s national online forum. Learn more about Dr. Stefanie [...]

Zoom event with Gary Wederspahn speaking during a Sunday worship service on the topic "Choice, Compassion, and Dignity at the End of Life."

The purpose of Congregation Agudat Achim is to serve as a Conservative Jewish congregation for Schenectady County and the surrounding area. Our sacred community is committed to a traditional Jewish practice, while evolving and adapting as a modern Jewish organization. We are an egalitarian, welcoming community caring about the well being of each of our members and the community around us. Opportunities are offered for our members to grow spiritually through religious, educational, recreational, and cultural programs.  Learning opportunities for all ages, knowledge levels, and degrees of religious observance are provided for our members and community. This will be a private Zoom event with Eleanor Aronstein speaking on end-of-life issues.

The Humanist Community in Silicon Valley is a chapter of the American Humanist Association. Established in 1962, it has a long tradition of promoting humanist values while providing interesting educational programs and social events. Jim Van Buskirk from Final Exit Network will be the keynote speaker for this event Because of the Corona Virus "Shelter in Place" situation, we are holding our meeting online via Zoom. Send an email to carl@angotti.com to receive the link and passcode to this meeting.

End of Life Washington upholds your right to the full range of end of life choices, including Death with Dignity, through advocacy, education, and support. This will be a private Zoom event with Tom Tuxill, FEN Board Member, speaking about our exit guide services.

General Assembly is the annual gathering of Unitarian Universalists. Last year, General Assembly had more than 4,900 registered attendees participate from remote locations around the world. This is a virtual event during which Final Exit Network will have a booth in the Exhibit Hall. FEN Board Member, Kevin Bradley, will manage the booth and showcase FEN's mission  and services.