I can understand that, but what if you could start one yourself. One that is not God based. Slowly but surely you can do it.

Why are so many of you on Agnostic when you still seem to want "That Ol' Time Religion"? If you are troubled by your conscience, then go back to church. Nobody is twisting your arm!

And three chords my hind side.

The best rock is beautiful music.

Harvard Square, Catholic Church, High mass, ritual, choir, organ, incense. Way cool.

Try Buddhism. Not all Buddhists are alike. Find the japanese sect: "Non Yo Ho Renghe kyo" (their chant). You might find a home there. I was part of them for a very long time. I loved them.

Try a pagan group they have most better holidays.

Check out various UU's. Some are lay led and there is NO preaching of any kind - even in a general secular way. I (an atheist) am the president of the board of directors of mine in Prescott!!! I feel very at home there, we have all sorts of beliefs among the congregation and then even some with no beliefs.

Is it viable to start a church of intelligent thought? Create a physical community of Atheism who gather together to praise logic, scientific methodology.
Raise funds to help people etc. Just without the need to involve some strange invisible friend in the sky.

Interesting. Never being involved in something like that I never thought to miss it. I get my sense of community from friends and family I guess. And some of us sing when drunk. Well good luck in your search.

I think I have spent most of my life looking for a community please post again if you find one you are comfortable in.

Go to a Universalist Unitarian Church

No doubt about it regarding fellowship. If you look for a Unitarian group be aware that they embrace a fairly wide scope of beliefs. Some Unitarian groups incorporate some Christian aspects and others do none at all.

I too miss the fellowship But the control they want over you is overwhelming , like getting in to your sex life and other matters .

Why not just go to church then?

When I stopped going to church I found out how "shallow" that fellowship was, when nobody ever asked why or came to see me. I find more "fellowship" supporting my local football team, you can sing too if you like. Seriously there must be many social groups you can join where you will find people with similar interests, common sense of purpose etc. I don't feel comfortable attending church as I believe it all to be untrue, I only attend now for friends funerals etc. Good luck finding what you seek

Please give the UU church a try. It encourages everyone in their search for truth and meaning and provides a wonderful sense of community. There is an online service through Church of the Larger Fellowship on Sunday evenings. Worth looking into. I have been a UU for 20 years and wish I had found the faith sooner in my life.

Why is it you think "I'm not sure the Unitarians would be a good fit for me either." That's probably the closest you'll get to a religious experience without having to "fit". They will take you as you are. What is the bias here?

Have you considered Toastmasters? I've found it to be fun and supportive, and as a bonus, your public speaking will improve!

Are there not other groups or communities besides churches that could fill that void? I never found church to be a pleasant or fulfilling experience or community. Once I was 18 and could make my own choices I left the church and never looked back. I didn't miss it at all and so it never left a void that I needed to fill, but I do understand the need for community. Perhaps there is a non-religious solution.

Many godless (Vonnegut among them), were fond of Unitarian Universalists. I attended many activist meetings in their church spaces. They're wonderfully inclusive.

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You make your community. Why not volunteer? Sounds like you're bored and restless and volunteering for the needy (people, animals, etc) is good for your mind and soul.

Have a good shot of bourbon while church is going. That should take care of your desire to go to church.

Or you could attend the “church” of CBS Sunday Morning like me!

Yes, Sunday assembly or a Freethinkers group. Better music more interesting people and rational discussions. Check your local meet up site for options. You have over two thousand Freethinkers meeting in Tucson. [meetup.com]

Is somebody forcing you to be an agnostic? Aren't you free to go back to church? If you were honest with yourself, you wouldn't miss all that.