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Soul Circles

Small Groups, Deep Connections

About This Group

Soul Circles

Looking for a space to explore life’s big questions in a supportive, spiritually grounded community? Soul Circles are small group gatherings where Cedar Lane members, friends, and guests come together once a month for meaningful conversations rooted in our monthly worship themes.

Each group receives a thoughtfully prepared packet with readings, questions, and practices to reflect on ahead of time. When the group meets – usually for 1.5 to 2 hours – participants share from personal experience, listen deeply, and build authentic relationships in a safe and caring setting. Most Soul Circles meet on Zoom, with some in-person options available.

We also offer affinity Soul Circles, including:

  • A Parenting Circle that meets in person
  • A Women Living Alone Circle that meets online
  • A French Language Circle that uses Soul Matters materials en français

With over 120 participants and multiple groups to choose from, there’s a Soul Circle to fit your interests and schedule.

Ready to Join?

For more information, contact

Rev. Dayna Edwards and Nicolle Singer
soulcircles@cedarlane.org

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.