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Welcome to Cedar Lane…

 A progressive, inclusive, and justice-centered spiritual community in the heart of Montgomery County, Maryland.

Here, you are welcome, regardless of your age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious background, disability, documentation status, or economic circumstance.

Cedar Lane is a place to explore life’s big questions, grow spiritually and ethically, and work with others who are committed to creating a more just and compassionate world.

It’s a place where children are nurtured in values like kindness, courage, and justice, and where people of all ages are encouraged to think deeply, live fully, and love boldly.

Grounded in Unitarian Universalist values, we believe that every person has inherent worthiness and dignity. No exceptions.

We invite you to visit, in person or online, and experience the spirit of Cedar Lane for yourself.

You just might find the spiritual home you’ve been looking for.

You might just find the spiritual home you’ve been looking for.

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Find the right experience for you

Sunday Worship

Join us for Sunday worship and experience a warm, inclusive community grounded in faith and reflection.

Upcoming Services

Sunday Coffee Hour

Join us for coffee hour or stay after worship for a casual conversation with one of our ministers - we’re here each week and happy to chat. Don’t hesitate to ask a greeter any questions you may have!

Calendar

Explore what’s happening in our community! Check the calendar for upcoming events that interest you - and join us anytime.

Find an event

Small Groups

Sign-up for a soul circle small group to build connections with others in the congregation and engage with the monthly spiritual theme.

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Social Justice Work

Passionate about social justice or looking to volunteer? Explore our active ministries to get involved today.

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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.