Welcome atheists, agnostics, skeptics, freethinkers, questioning, and believers — whatever you like to call yourselves, you are welcome here! At the Seattle Atheist Church, we call ourselves an atheist church because you will never hear anything supernatural promoted from the podium. We believe in good, because good works in non-mysterious ways.
Join us for our Sunday Service every week, broadcast from Seattle — accessible anywhere in the world.
Upcoming Events
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Reading Group
Sunday Morning Stoicism
10–11:30am PT on Sunday, November 10th, 2024
Let's get together before church and discuss this week's passages from The Daily Stoic! Each day of the year has a corresponding "devotional reading" (so to speak). Each week we discuss the readings since our previous meeting, from the previous Monday through the Sunday of the meeting, and share what resonated with us, what we found profound, and what insights we can apply to what's going on in our lives.
Each reading is about 3 minutes long. They're all self-contained, so you don't need to worry about catching up - feel free to jump in on any week's session!
This is an online event hosted on Zoom. You can register for it here:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqf-2spzwoHNYJkpUJHobrD14SqEGfky0YThis is one of those events where more people show up than RSVP on Meetup, so don't be discouraged from attending just because of a low RSVP count.
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Service
Online Service: Genetically Modified Skeptic's "8 Types of Atheists" (Part 2)
12–1:30pm PT on Sunday, November 10th, 2024"'Atheism isn’t an identity' some say. In American culture, though, I believe it can be," says YouTuber Genetically Modified Skeptic. Let's watch the remaining ~half of his video "The 8 Types of Atheists in American Culture" together and discuss it afterwards.
Last July we watched the the first 4 types he covers, which were Ex-Jehovah’s Witness, Ex-Fundamentalist, Ex-Muslim, Ex-Evangelical / Exvangelical.
Today we'll watch the last 4 types: Ex-Mormon, Atheistic Pagan / Atheopagan, Sentientist / Ethical Vegan, and Atheistic Satanist (The Satanic Temple).
After the video, we'll have a group discussion to explore the ideas presented, and to share related thoughts, resources, and personal experiences.
This is an online event hosted on Zoom. You can register for it here:
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Activity
In-Person Secular Social
4–6pm PT on Saturday, November 16th, 2024 at Chuck's Hop Shop Central District
Please join us for our in-person Secular Social!
We will be meeting at Chucks Hop Shop in the Central District. Lots of amazing beers and ciders to try, as well as non-alcoholic options. This venue is kid and dog friendly. Limited food is available inside, but they usually have a food truck on site and they welcome outside food, so feel free to patronize any of the nearby restaurants (Tacos Chukis!) or the PCC hot food deli.
There is only street parking, so if you are able to take public transit that is advisable (buses 48 and 2 stop nearby).
We look forward to seeing everyone there!
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Reading Group
Sunday Morning Stoicism
10–11:30am PT on Sunday, November 17th, 2024
Let's get together before church and discuss this week's passages from The Daily Stoic! Each day of the year has a corresponding "devotional reading" (so to speak). Each week we discuss the readings since our previous meeting, from the previous Monday through the Sunday of the meeting, and share what resonated with us, what we found profound, and what insights we can apply to what's going on in our lives.
Each reading is about 3 minutes long. They're all self-contained, so you don't need to worry about catching up - feel free to jump in on any week's session!
This is an online event hosted on Zoom. You can register for it here:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqf-2spzwoHNYJkpUJHobrD14SqEGfky0YThis is one of those events where more people show up than RSVP on Meetup, so don't be discouraged from attending just because of a low RSVP count.
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Service
Online Service: So It's The Holiday Season and Your Family Might Suck; Now What?
12–1:30pm PT on Sunday, November 17th, 2024We all come from some sort of background, and carry with us associated expectations and experiences and feelings. What those are and whether they are positive, negative, or a mixture, often comes to the forefront during the Holiday Season.
What do we do when our whole society is saying "come together with your family and be merry!" and your family isn't safe or comfortable or easy? What do we do when our feelings about our families are complex? Is it ok to not want to be with your family on a holiday? Let's discuss ways we can we reclaim coziness and a feeling of coming together with found family and community, no matter how complex our situation.
This week's speaker will be Ashe Phoenix.
After the talk, we'll have a group discussion to explore the ideas presented, and to share related thoughts, resources, and personal experiences.
This is an online event hosted on Zoom. You can register for it here:
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Reading Group
Sunday Morning Stoicism
10–11:30am PT on Sunday, November 24th, 2024
Let's get together before church and discuss this week's passages from The Daily Stoic! Each day of the year has a corresponding "devotional reading" (so to speak). Each week we discuss the readings since our previous meeting, from the previous Monday through the Sunday of the meeting, and share what resonated with us, what we found profound, and what insights we can apply to what's going on in our lives.
Each reading is about 3 minutes long. They're all self-contained, so you don't need to worry about catching up - feel free to jump in on any week's session!
This is an online event hosted on Zoom. You can register for it here:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqf-2spzwoHNYJkpUJHobrD14SqEGfky0YThis is one of those events where more people show up than RSVP on Meetup, so don't be discouraged from attending just because of a low RSVP count.
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Service
Online Service: Thinking in Systems
12–1:30pm PT on Sunday, November 24th, 2024Overview of the book "Thinking in Systems" by Donella H. Meadows
This week's speaker will be Mark.
After the talk, we'll have a group discussion to explore the ideas presented, and to share related thoughts, resources, and personal experiences.
This is an online event hosted on Zoom. You can register for it here:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83330718750 -
Reading Group
Sunday Morning Stoicism
10–11:30am PT on Sunday, December 1st, 2024
Let's get together before church and discuss this week's passages from The Daily Stoic! Each day of the year has a corresponding "devotional reading" (so to speak). Each week we discuss the readings since our previous meeting, from the previous Monday through the Sunday of the meeting, and share what resonated with us, what we found profound, and what insights we can apply to what's going on in our lives.
Each reading is about 3 minutes long. They're all self-contained, so you don't need to worry about catching up - feel free to jump in on any week's session!
This is an online event hosted on Zoom. You can register for it here:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqf-2spzwoHNYJkpUJHobrD14SqEGfky0YThis is one of those events where more people show up than RSVP on Meetup, so don't be discouraged from attending just because of a low RSVP count.
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Service
Online Service: The Utility of Joy
12–1:30pm PT on Sunday, December 1st, 2024The virtue of Transcendence can be a tricky one for atheists. It includes the Character Strengths of Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence/Awe & Wonder, Gratitude, Hope, Humor, and Spirituality/Purpose, and some of these are often seen as theistic concepts. I'll explore how these strengths serve atheists, and how they can help us find joy and inspire us in all our other efforts.
Transcendence is our theme for October and November. Our Wheel of the Year is founded in the Character Strengths and Virtues derived by positive psychology. This book will draw on the book Character Strengths and Virtues by Christopher Peterson and Martin Seligman.
This week's speaker will be Eva-Lise Carlstrom.
After the talk, we'll have a group discussion to explore the ideas presented, and to share related thoughts, resources, and personal experiences.
This is an online event hosted on Zoom. You can register for it here:
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Reading Group
Sunday Morning Stoicism
10–11:30am PT on Sunday, December 8th, 2024
Let's get together before church and discuss this week's passages from The Daily Stoic! Each day of the year has a corresponding "devotional reading" (so to speak). Each week we discuss the readings since our previous meeting, from the previous Monday through the Sunday of the meeting, and share what resonated with us, what we found profound, and what insights we can apply to what's going on in our lives.
Each reading is about 3 minutes long. They're all self-contained, so you don't need to worry about catching up - feel free to jump in on any week's session!
This is an online event hosted on Zoom. You can register for it here:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqf-2spzwoHNYJkpUJHobrD14SqEGfky0YThis is one of those events where more people show up than RSVP on Meetup, so don't be discouraged from attending just because of a low RSVP count.
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Reading Group
Sunday Morning Stoicism
10–11:30am PT on Sunday, December 15th, 2024
Let's get together before church and discuss this week's passages from The Daily Stoic! Each day of the year has a corresponding "devotional reading" (so to speak). Each week we discuss the readings since our previous meeting, from the previous Monday through the Sunday of the meeting, and share what resonated with us, what we found profound, and what insights we can apply to what's going on in our lives.
Each reading is about 3 minutes long. They're all self-contained, so you don't need to worry about catching up - feel free to jump in on any week's session!
This is an online event hosted on Zoom. You can register for it here:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqf-2spzwoHNYJkpUJHobrD14SqEGfky0YThis is one of those events where more people show up than RSVP on Meetup, so don't be discouraged from attending just because of a low RSVP count.
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Activity
In-Person Secular Social
4–6pm PT on Saturday, December 21st, 2024 at Chuck's Hop Shop Central District
Please join us for our in-person Secular Social!
We will be meeting at Chucks Hop Shop in the Central District. Lots of amazing beers and ciders to try, as well as non-alcoholic options. This venue is kid and dog friendly. Limited food is available inside, but they usually have a food truck on site and they welcome outside food, so feel free to patronize any of the nearby restaurants (Tacos Chukis!) or the PCC hot food deli.
There is only street parking, so if you are able to take public transit that is advisable (buses 48 and 2 stop nearby).
We look forward to seeing everyone there!
https://www.chuckshopshop.com/central-district -
Reading Group
Sunday Morning Stoicism
10–11:30am PT on Sunday, December 22nd, 2024
Let's get together before church and discuss this week's passages from The Daily Stoic! Each day of the year has a corresponding "devotional reading" (so to speak). Each week we discuss the readings since our previous meeting, from the previous Monday through the Sunday of the meeting, and share what resonated with us, what we found profound, and what insights we can apply to what's going on in our lives.
Each reading is about 3 minutes long. They're all self-contained, so you don't need to worry about catching up - feel free to jump in on any week's session!
This is an online event hosted on Zoom. You can register for it here:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqf-2spzwoHNYJkpUJHobrD14SqEGfky0YThis is one of those events where more people show up than RSVP on Meetup, so don't be discouraged from attending just because of a low RSVP count.
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Reading Group
Sunday Morning Stoicism
10–11:30am PT on Sunday, December 29th, 2024
Let's get together before church and discuss this week's passages from The Daily Stoic! Each day of the year has a corresponding "devotional reading" (so to speak). Each week we discuss the readings since our previous meeting, from the previous Monday through the Sunday of the meeting, and share what resonated with us, what we found profound, and what insights we can apply to what's going on in our lives.
Each reading is about 3 minutes long. They're all self-contained, so you don't need to worry about catching up - feel free to jump in on any week's session!
This is an online event hosted on Zoom. You can register for it here:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqf-2spzwoHNYJkpUJHobrD14SqEGfky0YThis is one of those events where more people show up than RSVP on Meetup, so don't be discouraged from attending just because of a low RSVP count.
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Service
Online Service: Michael Shermer's TED Talk "Why people believe weird things"
12–1:30pm PT on Sunday, December 29th, 2024This week is our next installment of Atheist YouTube! We'll be watching the video "Why people believe weird things | Michael Shermer" from the channel TED.
Here's the description they gave for this video:
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Why do people see the Virgin Mary on cheese sandwiches or hear demonic lyrics in "Stairway to Heaven"? Using video, images and music, professional skeptic Michael Shermer explores these and other phenomena, including UFOs and alien sightings. He offers cognitive context: In the absence of sound science, incomplete information can combine with the power of suggestion (helping us hear those Satanic lyrics in Led Zeppelin). In fact, he says, humans tend to convince ourselves to believe: We overvalue the "hits" that support our beliefs, and discount the more numerous "misses."
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------After the talk, we'll have a group discussion to explore the ideas presented, and to share related thoughts, resources, and personal experiences.
This is an online event hosted on Zoom. You can register for it here:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88391403582