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Northern Virginia Ethical Society


"Act so as to bring out the best in others, and thereby in yourself"
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Welcome to NoVES!

We are a humanist congregation that practices Ethical Culture, a movement begun in 1876 by Felix Adler.

The mission of the Northern Virginia Ethical Society is to bring out the best in others and thereby in ourselves, strengthen our relationships with one another, and build a more humane world by offering a program that promotes ethical growth and learning, builds and sustains community and implements ethical action beyond our Society.

We invite you to visit us on a Sunday morning.  You might find the kind of caring, welcoming community you didn't even know was out there - just waiting for you to become part of it!


The Board of NoVES has decided to dedicate charity collections on two Sundays to a selected charity.

For the month of Sept we chose the charity Libros para Pueblos, operated out of Oaxaca Mexico. 

For the month of Oct 2024, we are foccusing on voting rights and will be collecting money to donate to the ACLU who are fighting voter discrimination actions in multiple states. Issues like what ID to use, minor mistakes disqualifying a mail in vote, and redistricting lines being unconstitutional are a few examples of suits that the ACLU has filed. They need money to continue this important work. 


 Democracy, presidential election and voting poll concept with red, white and blue vote glossy button pin with stars and stripes isolated on white background with clipping path cutout     Election Day Nov 5, 2024

October 2024 is the start of the voting period for many states, with absentee voting already underway in Virginia, and beginning in October in Maryland. Voting is our most important responsibility as a citizen.  This year the ballot contains candidates for President and Vice President of the United States, one US Senator from each state, and multiple candidates for US House of Representatives.

Visit Vote.org to check your registration status, find out if your polling place has changed, and other important information about voting in your state. 

Be informed and participate as a citizen. 

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New Bylaws Adopted Oct 18, 2020

At our General Membership Meeting on Oct 18, the members present approved changes to the Bylaws that reflect our more gender inclusive attitude. You can view this updated version of our Bylaws in the Members only section.  

Volunteers Needed

  • Do you enjoy weddings? Consider being a NoVES officiant. Contact Randy Best if interested.
  • Do you have time to spare to deliver a meal, provide a ride, or just be a companion to a fellow member in need? If so, contact Iris Woodard with the Caring Committee.
  • Want to learn more about our website? Do you have a passion for mass emails? Please follow up with the Communications Committee to join our web team! 

Directions to Sunday Platform

Green Hedges School

415 Windover Avenue NW

Vienna, VA

Driving Directions: Take the Nutley Street North exit from Route I-66.  At the fourth light, cross Maple Avenue (Route 123) and start watching your odometer.  At 0.2 miles, you will see a driveway with “Watch for Turning Vehicles” and “Green Hedges” signs.  There will also be an Ethical Society sign next to the driveway.  Turn right into the driveway, park in the lot, and take the nearest entrance into the building. Do not turn onto Windover.

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