What we’re about
Oasis is a place for the non-religious to come together to celebrate the human experience.
We understand that vibrant, tightly knit communities are central to human happiness and well-being. That’s why we need Oasis: to provide a place for like-minded individuals and families to connect, be inspired and feel empowered. Every Sunday morning, we offer you the chance to get together to discuss real-world principles supported by evidence and free thought, not scripture or revelation. Furthermore, we provide a place where your children can explore their developing world views, ask questions and make friends in an environment that’s supportive of critical thinking.
Our core values define our community and help shape our interactions with each other, society, and the world:
People are More Important Than Beliefs
Throughout history beliefs, dogmas, and ideologies have divided people and have been the source of wars, persecution, and other conflicts. The Oasis movement values the well-being of people over any abstract belief, dogma, theology, or philosophy. Our common humanity is enough to bind us together in meaningful community. (And, yes, we are fully aware that this is also a belief—but we’re just fine with a little irony in our lives!)
Reality is Known Through Reason
Most religions claim to have special insight into the nature of reality on the basis of revelations given by supernatural beings. As a secular movement, the Oasis communities are committed to exploring and understanding reality on the basis of empirical evidence and rational discourse.
Human Hands Solve Human Problems
The challenges facing humanity are largely created by humans themselves. We don’t wait for divine intervention. If the world is to become a better place for all people; it is up to us to make it happen through our collective wisdom, resources, and efforts.
Meaning Comes from Making a Difference
Oasis communities do not exist only to satisfy the needs of their members or perpetuate the Oasis movement. Rather, Oasis communities are committed to service projects and civic engagement that improve the lives of others locally, nationally, and internationally.
Be Accepting and Be Accepted
Oasis communities strive to be places of acceptance for all people. We embrace and celebrate humanity in all its diversity and we foster an environment of compassion and kindness without regard to race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and family structure.
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Jocelyn Ball-Edson & Joanie Shields, City of Fountains Foundation1717 W 41st St, Kansas City, MO
Musical guest: Margot Reed
Community moment: Elise Berndt
Featured speakers: Jocelyn Ball-Edson & Joanie Shields, City of Fountains FoundationThe City of Fountains Foundation (COFF) — a (501)(c)(3) nonprofit — works with the city’s Parks & Recreation Department to ensure ongoing funding and maintenance for the city’s fountains, monuments and sculptures. The foundation has more than $4 million in about 40 separate, income-generating endowment accounts, and it taps those accounts as needed for specific projects.
By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).
- Rachael Cozad, "History’s Mirror: George Caleb Bingham, the Painter of Missouri"1717 W 41st St, Kansas City, MO
Musical guests: Tom "Trashmouth" Baker & Jim Beisman (https://www.facebook.com/tom.t.baker/)
Community moment: Will Manning
Featured speaker: Rachael Cozad, "History’s Mirror: George Caleb Bingham, the Painter of Missouri"The George Caleb Bingham Catalogue Raisonné is an online, public-access catalogue of the complete paintings of George Caleb Bingham. A catalogue raisonné serves as the definitive reference resource for scholars, students and the general public. The overarching goal of this project is to strengthen public and scholarly access to Bingham’s life’s work and ensure the lasting heritage of Missouri’s greatest and most pioneering artist.
Rachael Cozad Fine Art specializes in American Paintings and Modern & Contemporary Art. Rachael brings singular experience to her work as a private art dealer and consultant through her 25-plus years of comprehensive experience in the visual arts. She served previously as director and CEO of the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art in Kansas City and was also executive director and chief curator of the Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Foundation in Los Angeles.
Rachael holds an M.A. in art history from California State University, Los Angeles, and a B.A. from Texas Christian University.
By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).
- Featured speaker: James Moran, "Our Spot KC: Serving KC's LGBTQ+ Community"1717 W 41st St, Kansas City, MO
Musical guest: Ivory Blue (https://ivorybluemusic.com)
Community moment: Warda Belkass
Featured speaker: James Moran, "Our Spot KC: Serving KC's LGBTQ+ Community"James Moran (he/him) has been an activist and advocate for the LGBTQ+ community for over 20 years. He earned his B.A. in Women's Studies and American Studies from the University of Iowa, and his M.A. in Women's and Gender Studies from Roosevelt University. Over the last decade in the KC metro, James has taught Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at the University of Central Missouri; served as director of education at the Kansas City Anti-Violence Project; and currently serves as director of education & public relations for Our Spot KC.
By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).
