Fellowship of the Rosy Cross
A mystical Christian order founded on esoteric beliefs and a rejection of magic in favor of mysticism.
Free the Oppressed Foundation (Jimmy Hughes Ministries)
A ministry dedicated to freeing individuals from various forms of oppression through service and education in Honduras.
Faderhuset
A Danish evangelical Christian free church embroiled in controversies over property and community practices.
Free Him Now
An Apostolic Center aimed at equipping and delivering believers to embrace the Holy Spirit.
Fabeku Fatunmise
A multi-faceted guide at the intersection of creativity, business, and spiritual practice.
Family Foundation School
A therapeutic boarding school embroiled in controversy and allegations of abuse.
Friends of Man
A unique Christian denomination birthed from the Swiss Watch Tower Society, embracing millennialism, restorationism, and a vision of a philanthropic assembly.
Fellowship of Reason
A quest for a reality-based moral community in the modern world.
Foundation for A Course in Miracles
A beacon for spiritual transformation through forgiveness and the teachings of Jesus.
Camille Flammarion
A pioneering French astronomer who bridged the cosmos and the afterlife through scientific and spiritual inquiry.
The Fall River Cult
A sinister narrative of murder and satanic rituals that gripped a Massachusetts town in the late '70s.
Fiat Lux
A neo-revelationist UFO religion centered in Germany's Black Forest, known for its apocalyptic prophecies and connection to extraterrestrial beliefs.
Fourth International Posadist
An unconventional Marxist movement known for its belief in UFOs and the potential for extraterrestrial socialism.
First Church of Satan (John Dewey Allee)
A modern Satanic organization emphasizing individualism, hedonism, and rational self-interest.
Fuju-fuse
A Nichiren Buddhist sect known for its strict adherence to the principle of "neither receiving nor giving.
Friedrichshof Commune
A far-left Austrian commune known for its radical social experiment and authoritarian practices, leading to the leader's conviction for child abuse.
Falun Gong
A spiritual practice in the Buddhist tradition, combining meditation and exercises with a philosophy of truthfulness, compassion, and tolerance.
Vampire Clan (Rod Ferrell)
A small group of self-proclaimed vampires whose activities culminated in a gruesome double murder in the 1990s.
Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (FLDS)
A polygamous sect that split from mainstream Mormonism, known for its secretive practices and controversial leadership.
Fellowship of Friends
A new religious movement known for its eclectic mix of spiritual teachings, controversial leadership, and luxurious lifestyle.
First Satanic Church
Revival of Anton LaVey's original Satanic Church, focusing on modern Satanism and individualism.
Faizrakhmanist Movement
A secretive Muslim sect that believed their leader was a prophet and lived in a vast underground compound in Russia.
Fedoseevtsy
A dissident religious movement from Imperial Russia, known for its initial opposition to serfdom and rejection of marriage, evolving over time within the Old Believer tradition.
The Finders
A mysterious group entangled in allegations of child abuse and espionage.
Federation of Damanhur
An Italian spiritual community known for its artistic expression, eco-sustainability, and the intriguing underground Temples of Humankind.
The Faithful Remnant
A secluded religious group asserting to be the real Catholic Church under the leadership of a self-proclaimed Last Pope
Freetown Christiania
A self-proclaimed autonomous neighborhood in Copenhagen, known for its alternative lifestyle and liberal stance on cannabis.
Freemasonry
A fraternal organization with a rich history, known for its secret rituals, symbolic imagery, and commitment to charitable work.
Freedomites
A radical offshoot of the Doukhobors, known for nude protests, arson, and a vehement rejection of government control.
Free Church of Scotland
A Presbyterian denomination known for its commitment to the Reformed tradition and emphasis on ecclesiastical independence from the state.
Free Christians
A non-denominational Christian movement emphasizing individual freedom in worship and interpretation of the Bible.
Fraticelli
A radical Franciscan movement, known for their extreme poverty and opposition to the wealth of the Church.
Frankism
A controversial Jewish mystical movement that followed the messianic claims of Jacob Frank in the 18th century.
Franconia Mennonites
The oldest Mennonite body in America, known for their simple living, nonviolence, and strong community ties.
Followers of Christ
A Christian sect known for its avoidance of modern medical treatment, resulting in the preventable deaths of children.
Flagellants
A medieval movement characterized by public penance, extreme asceticism, and self-flagellation to atone for sins.
Five-Percent Nation
An offshoot of the Nation of Islam, promoting a doctrine that teaches the empowerment and divine nature of Black people.
Fifth Monarchy Men
A radical Puritan sect of the 17th century, driven by the belief in a final, divine government on Earth.
Fifth Empire
A spiritual vision of a unified world under Portuguese cultural and mystic leadership.
The Farm (Tennessee)
A pioneering ecovillage and intentional community known for its innovation in sustainable living and spiritual exploration.
Family Worship Center of Plaster Rock
A small, independent Christian congregation fostering Pentecostal worship and community engagement amid controversy.
The Family (Anne Hamilton-Byrne)
An Australian cult known for kidnapping children, LSD experiments, and a messianic leader who claimed to be the reincarnation of Jesus Christ.
Familists
A mystical and heretical group from the 16th century, advocating for spiritual perfection and inner enlightenment.
Faithful Word Baptist Church (Steven L. Anderson)
A fiercely independent Baptist church known for its extreme views and vehement anti-LGBTQ stance.