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powers when in formal association with others, to bring them into sympathy with matters of public interest, and to give them the discipline to be gotten out of games.
The club binds its members together in devotion to the principle of per- sonal development, and only those who stand firm in the principle are allowed to continue members.
The original work centers in social and current topics. The talks of the director cover practical topics pertinent to the daily lives of the members and are arranged to cover three years, so that by remaining a member for three years the entire course will be accomplished.
SENIOR CHURCH. Sundays.
Membership in the Senior Church implies the intention to attend its serv- ices regularly. One who does not feel the need of a religious service may elect to attend simply the ethical lectures. Religious Service, 10: 30 to 11:45.
Organ voluntary.
Violin solo.
Hymn.
Poem.
Ethical and religious liturgy.
Anthem.
Scripture.
Hymn-anthem.
Prayer.
Choral response by congregation.
Sermon. (A discussion of religious theme, and an expression of personal religious experience.)
Philanthropic offering.
Hymn.
Closing ethical and religious liturgy.
Benediction.
Song of praise.
Organ postlude. Ethical Lectures. 7:45 to 9:00.
Address. On some subject of applied ethics. The lecturer is judicial in his treatment of the theme ; he strives to assist the people to make wise judgments in matters of public and immediate interest.
Discussion of the address. By those to whom the privilege has been granted, because of their fitness and ability.
YOUNG PEOPLE'S CLASS IN ETHICS. Sundays, 12:00 to i : 15. This class offers a three years' course.
