Welcome to The Rising Tide Fellowship - Tonawanda, NY! 

We are The Rising Tide Fellowship, a non-traditional spiritual community based in Buffalo, New York. We seek to provide a welcoming and inclusive spiritual home for individuals seeking connection, purpose, and growth outside of conventional religious structures, grounded in principles like peace, mutual support, and social justice.

Contact: eddieatrisingtide@gmail.com

Our Guiding Philosophy: Spirituality in Action

We approach our spiritual practice holistically. We believe that activities undertaken with intention and aligned with our core values – such as the pursuit of social justice, the practice of mutual aid, and the building of an equitable community – are integral expressions of our spiritual development and collective purpose. Like some other modern spiritual and ethical movements, we see "worship" not necessarily confined to traditional rites, but encompassing the active engagement with our principles and the work of creating a better world together. Our programs reflect this understanding, integrating reflection, community building, and ethical action as interconnected facets of our spiritual life.

Our Identity & Spiritual Foundation

• Who We Are: We are The Rising Tide Fellowship, a non-traditional religious organization and spiritual community based in Tonawanda Town, New York. We seek to provide a welcoming and inclusive spiritual home for individuals seeking connection, purpose, and growth outside of conventional religious structures.

• Our Foundation: Instead of adhering to a specific historical doctrine, deity, or scripture, our shared foundation is a commitment to core ethical and spiritual principles. These guiding principles include:

  • Pacifism: A commitment to non-violence in all actions and interactions.

  • Mutual Aid: Emphasizing cooperation, reciprocity, and solidarity to support one another.

  • Anarchism: Embracing non-hierarchical social structures and individual autonomy.

  • Socialism: Advocating for a just, equitable economic system prioritizing the needs of all.

  • Direct Democracy: Ensuring all members have a direct voice in decision-making.

  • Social Justice & Equality: Actively working to dismantle oppressive systems and promote equality for all.

• Our Spiritual Practice: We find and cultivate spiritual meaning, connection, and growth through the collective practice of these values. Our spirituality fuels our actions, and our actions deepen our spiritual understanding. Our core vision is "To ignite a movement where spirituality fuels the pursuit of a more just and equitable world" and "To be a haven for seekers, embracing diverse paths to spiritual connection beyond the confines of tradition". Our mission is "To nurture souls, spark meaningful conversations, and be a powerful voice for change".