Maybe you're one of those people who sits in a church pew on Sundays thinking to themselves, "I don't believe a word of this." Or perhaps you've checked out of the dogma arguments altogether, avoid church or temple and just to try living a good, decent life. Or, maybe you don't believe in god, but instead seek an ethical path consistent with your understanding of the universe. If any of those sound like you, we should meet! We're the Northern Virginia Ethical Society, a congregation composed of …

This group aims to bring together progressive mainline protestants and liberal Catholics for community service, socializing and other activities its members may propose.

Is your family different from most of the people you encounter day-to-day? For those of us who'd answer "yes," it can be hard to feel fully comfortable and accepted in your run-of-the-mill moms' or parenting group. So let's start our own! This group is a great place for families with:      --Parent(s) or child(ren) who fall outside the gender binary or are LGBTQ+      --Minority religious or spiritual views --Non-normative family structures such as polyamory, polygamy, intentional single pa …

El propósito de este grupo es ofrecer información sobre distintos temas de interés para escépticos y no creyentes del área de Washington, D.C. al igual que aquellos visitantes que gusten leer sobre ciencia, humanismo, ateismo y recursos en la red que promuevan el racionalismo. Buscamos crear conciencia sobre los engaños de las religiones y de toda creencia en lo no-natural, ayudar a incrementar el escépticismo y el pensamiento crítico y proveer un espacio a la comunidad de librepensadores. Creem …

One life. What's it all about? Have you ever asked that question? Let's explore together.

This group uses a specific book and set of exercises to help each member grow personally and move along their spiritual path - regardless of how you describe "spiritual". It is not related to a specific religion or set of beliefs, but works within your belief system. The year 2012 will be significant in human history, but we will all probably still be here on Dec. 22nd. This group will be all about becoming the most enlightened person we can be during this time of great spiritual opportunity f …

Like that old, soulful U2 rock anthem, do you sometimes find yourself singing "I still haven't found what I'm looking for?" Or maybe you find yourself “losing your religion" just like that classic R.E.M. song says.  But in either case, you definitely feel emotionally distant from the Christian spirituality and Sunday worship you grew up with.  Curious to find out why you’re having these feelings/thoughts?  But more importantly, curious if there is a better way to think about and practice faith?  …

We meet weekly on Mondays to explore the meaning of, and need for, liberty, equality, freedom, and justice for all in matters of religion, government, commerce, and society. The basic premise of our explorations is that the experiences and pleasures of the erotic are the proper foundation of human motivation and accomplishment of personal growth and vital maturity. Stated simply, “Sex is sacred, always has been, always will be, because it is the time of our most intimate personal communi …

… Join us for conversations over lunch on the 3rd Sundays of each month at the Burma Restaurant in Chinatown, Downtown Washington D.C. to develop greater understanding and help to bridge divides based on technology, ethnic origin, culture, religion, occupation, income, group, beliefs, etc. Join the Conversations for One City forum in the  message board in this group by clicking message board:  www.meetup.com/conversationsnet/messages/boards/   We look forward to meet you in person on the 3rd Sunda …

… It is a bond that spans both genders, all races, ethnicities, creeds and religion.  It is NOT a fad you've bought into, it is a passion that has become part of you.  We do believe we are better than any other sports team in the country because they created a basis for how a true fan nation, a true believer in the idea that anything is possible.  With that...welcome to an extension of Broncos nation!

Circle of The Beloved Moon is a circle of women interested in Witchcraft and other eclectic nature based religions focused on healing learning and growing together. This circle is open to women of all beliefs. Founded By Reverend Karen Paris HPs, the focus of this group is for women to support other women in a safe and sacred space while learning tools for self empowerment and connection to inner knowing. Circle of the Beloved Moon meets weekly for classes, Sacred Circles and guided medit …

… The Maryland Eckankar Meetup Group, with activities in Westminster, Baltimore and Silver Spring, is an open forum for people of all faiths and beliefs and is sponsored by the Maryland Satsang Society, a chartered affiliate of Eckankar. Eckankar is an ancient spiritual teaching and a modern-day religion that offers spiritual techniques and resources for individuals to discover truth for themselves. For more information on the resources offered by Eckankar, Religion of the Light and Sound of God, …

… We focus on spiritual principles, not specific religions or beliefs. Each person has their own interpretation and members will not try to convince each other to any particular way of thinking. Our primary purpose is to focus on our own spiritual growth, to accept each other exacly as we are, and share with each other as we all learn and grow in our own personal journey. Why we meet: Anyone can read books alone, but group discussion provides awareness and clarity that we may not recognize on …

… We focus on spiritual principles, not specific religions or beliefs. Each person has their own interpretation and members will not try to convince each other to any particular way of thinking. Our primary purpose is to focus on our own spiritual growth, to accept each other exactly as we are, and share with each other as we all learn and grow in our own personal journey. Why we meet: Anyone can read books alone, but group discussion provides awareness and clarity that we may not recognize on …

Merry Meet!   I do hope I can answer some of your questions on our Priestess training program and community, please feel free to try all of the links, read the material and e-mail me back. There is an application link at the bottom of this page. 1. We do not teach Wicca or any other religion, but honor all paths of the women who come to us. 2. We offer you a foundation for your path and a fantastic support system, for those just starting out or those that have been on the path for a l …