I want to join the local community center board but all the meetings start with prayer and I don't know if I should just go along with it.
More people experience this than they realize.
Civic participation demands compromises of authenticity when religious ritual becomes a barrier to secular engagement.
“Where Are You with Atheist and secular identity?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.