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A Different Kind of Spiritual Community

Cedar Lane is a spiritual home for people from many walks of life

Seekers, skeptics, longtime believers, and those who aren’t sure what they believe.

Some of us find meaning in God, others in nature, human connection, or the mystery of existence itself. What brings us together isn’t one shared belief, but a shared commitment to compassion, curiosity, and putting love into action.

As a Unitarian Universalist congregation, we’re guided by values rather than creeds. We believe everyone deserves the freedom to follow their own spiritual path—and that we grow stronger when we honor each other’s stories and identities.

 

Group of people talking and embracing
Unitarian Universalist Shared Values, original artwork by Catherine Loya

What We Believe

Our faith is centered on values that shape how we live and how we relate to the world around us:

  • Love is at the heart of everything

Then, rotating clockwise from top (in the image):

  • Interdependence reminds us that we belong to one another
  • Equity honors the dignity of every person
  • Transformation invites us to grow, together
  • Pluralism celebrates diverse beliefs and identities
  • Generosity opens us to gratitude and possibility
  • Justice moves us to act with courage and compassion

What to Expect on Sundays

Worship at Cedar Lane is rooted in real life. Each week, we explore themes like grief and joy, hope and healing, justice and belonging. Services include music, storytelling, reflection, silence, and shared community.

Children and youth join programs grounded in our Unitarian Universalist values—learning to think deeply, act kindly, and grow into their own sense of purpose and identity.

Will Someone Try to “Convert” Me?

Not here. Many in our community arrived after stepping away from other religious traditions—or after years of feeling disconnected from any spiritual home. There’s no pressure. You’re welcome to explore at your own pace. We’re here to walk with you, not win you over.

Why Do You Call It a “Congregation”?

Because “church” doesn’t fully reflect who we are. Cedar Lane includes people from Buddhist, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim, Christian, Pagan, atheist, humanist, and interfaith backgrounds—and more. “Congregation” speaks to our shared life and commitment, not a single theology.

More Than Sundays

Cedar Lane is deeply engaged in the world. We support immigrant families, stand up for racial and gender justice, protect the Earth, and partner with local organizations like Action in Montgomery (AIM) and Congregation Action Network (CAN).

We also make space for connection and growth through small groups, retreats, learning circles, music, and the arts.

Whether you’re looking for inspiration, community, or ways to make a difference, there’s a place for you here.

Sliding Scale Options

suggested love offering of $20 / seat

Sliding Scale Guide

We know it can be complicated to decide how much to pay, and there’s no one right answer for anyone. Many thanks to UU@UN for providing an equitable model for payments.

Consider paying at a lower tier if many of these are true for you:

  • I am directly affected by environmental racism.
  • I have immigration-related expenses.
  • I’m supporting children or have other dependents.
  • I have significant debt.
  • I have medical expenses not covered by insurance.
  • I receive public assistance.
  • I am an elder with limited financial support.
  • I am an unpaid community organizer.
  • I have been denied work due to incarceration history.
  • I would need to budget in order to afford a $25 expense.

Consider paying at a higher tier if multiple of these are true for you:

  • I or my family owns the home I live in.
  • I have investments, retirement accounts, or inherited money.
  • I can travel recreationally.
  • I have access to family money and resources in times of need.
  • I work part time by choice.
  • I have a relatively high degree of earning power due to level of education, gender and racial privilege, class background, etc.
  • In terms of its impact on my lifestyle (e.g. my ability to pay this month’s bills), $50 means functionally about the same as $15. My bank account would look pretty much the same either way.


A reflection from Pronoia Coaching:

When I pay more, I know that I am helping others to access the event.

When I pay in the middle, I know I am helping the organizers cover costs.

And when I pay less, I know I am letting my community hold me and support me.

All of these are wonderful and acceptable ways of participating.