Sunday Assembly: A Godless Community for Atheists and Secularists

If the thought of organized religion makes your eyes roll harder than a teenager asked to clean their room, you might still appreciate communal perks without dogmatic nonsense. Enter Sunday Assembly, the godless congregation offering warmth without supernatural fluff.

Founded in 2013 by comedians Sanderson Jones and Pippa Evans, Sunday Assembly playfully markets itself as a "church without God." These lively gatherings celebrate life through pop song sing-alongs, inspiring talks, and community-building, all blissfully free of hellfire threats and guilt-trips about your browsing history.

🎧 Celebrate Secular Community with Us!

Sunday Assembly isn’t your grandma’s church—it’s a vibrant, god‑free gathering buzzing with connection, meaning, and purpose. Dive into our full episode to learn why it’s one of the most compelling secular communities around.

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Sunday Assembly

Godless Congregations & The Joy of Non-Stick Spirituality: Sunday Assembly Exposed📝 Episode Summary:What happens when you take out the hymns, prayers, and judgment—but keep the community, music, and awkward potlucks? You get Sunday Assembly, the non-religious, non-doctrinal, definitely-not-a-church that’s somehow more wholesome than your average church barbecue. In this very special episode, we dive into the rise of so-called “atheist mega churches” (spoiler: they’re not mega and they’re not churches), and discover how secular folks across the globe are gathering to celebrate life—without the ghost stories.We cover how Sunday Assembly started with two comedians who just wanted a god-free community vibe, how it now spans continents (even Idaho, somehow), and why the word “church” makes both fundamentalists and cranky atheists foam at the mouth. The hosts rage lovingly about why religious people don’t own words, why community isn’t just for the sanctified, and why this whole thing is basically the Unitarian church... minus the apologetic whispers of “God, maybe?”If you've ever wanted a book club meets TED Talk meets karaoke night without being guilt-tripped about hellfire—this is your jam. We also talk petty atheist highway cleanups, how to start your own chapter (spoiler: it starts with a YouTube watch party), and why we desperately want one in Ohio.Find links to local chapters and livestreams here: https://sacrilegiousdiscourse.com/blog/sunday-assembly-a-godless-community-for-atheists-and-secularists👉 Listen now at sacrilegiousdiscourse.com👉 Join our godless rebellion on Discord: discord.gg/VBnyTYV6nC👉 Support the snark on Patreon: patreon.com/sacrilegiousdiscourse📌 Topics Covered:“Why Sunday Assembly isn’t a church—but still has better music than yours”“Science talks, karaoke, and no hymns? Where do we sign up?”“Live Better, Help Often, Wonder More—no gods required”“How to start a local group without burning out or burning bushes”“The irony of atheists arguing over whether they need friends”“Religious people mad that secular folks discovered community? Shocking”“Petty atheism done right: cleaning up near the Ark Encounter”💬 Best Quote from the Episode:“If I want to call it a church, I will. And you don’t have to like it. I didn’t ask you.”

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🌱 Community without creeds.
🎶 Stories, songs & science all rolled into one.
? Real connection—no supernatural strings attached.

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The Power of Secular Community

Let's get real: atheists crave community, too. Sunday Assembly meets this need by mimicking the positives of religious congregations, ritual, music, community, while stripping out theological baggage. Members regularly report deeper social connections, improved well-being, and a genuine sense of belonging.

Global Chapters

Sunday Assembly boasts chapters around the world. Here's a comprehensive list to find your local secular tribe:

Region	Chapter Links
Europe	London, Brighton, Edinburgh, Folkestone, Glasgow, Newcastle, NE Lincs, Reading, Sheffield, Amsterdam, Groningen
Australia	Sydney
North America	Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Chapel Hill, Detroit, Fort Worth, Hayden, Nashville, Sacramento, Seattle, Silicon Valley, Atlanta, East Bay, Gainesville, Pittsburgh, San Diego, Santa Cruz, Corvallis
Online Events	San Diego Meetup Events with Zoom Livestreams

What Happens at a Gathering?

Sing-alongs: Pop classics that boost mood and connection.
TED-style talks: Engaging discussions on science, ethics, and personal growth.
Personal Reflections: Stories of gratitude, secular journeys, and community achievements.
Community Action: Monthly volunteer initiatives supporting local causes.
Social Activities: Smaller groups enjoy book clubs, game nights, and outdoor adventures.

Importance for Atheists and Secularists

Sunday Assembly directly addresses feelings of isolation common in atheist communities. It fosters social action, affirms secular identities, and significantly boosts participants’ mental health.

Secular Community Beyond Sunday Assembly

Humanist groups, freethinker meetups, and even some UU churches offer secular alternatives. However, Sunday Assembly uniquely blends atheist-friendly formats with actionable community engagement.

Get Involved!

Check your local chapter via the Sunday Assembly Map. Attend an event, join regular meetups, or start your own chapter using their extensive resources.

Because life is short, there's no afterlife, and you have better things to do than argue about dinosaurs on Noah’s Ark.

And if you are someone who is involved with one of these groups and has better or updated information for livestreams or anything else, please get in touch with us!