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Welcome to the First Unitarian Church of Des Moines! We’re glad you’ve found us and hope you find a church home with us.

At First Unitarian, we’re brave, curious, and compassionate thinkers and doers. We’re people of many beliefs and backgrounds – people with a religious background and people with none; people who believe in a God and people who don’t, and people who simply let the mystery be. And while we represent a diversity of faith, ethnicity, history and spirituality, we agree that we want to do good work in the world.

So we welcome you – your whole self, with all your truths and your doubts, your worries and your hopes. Let us support you on your faith journey.

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Upcoming Service

Lessons from the Passover Story

Freedom is ever the half-won blessing. We have overcome some constraints – but “chains still there are to break.”

 

Zoom at 9:30 a.m. CT.

Passcode: Safford

 

Zoom may not be available for this event. Please contact Bill Paxson if you have an interest in joining the Zoom team.

Click here for the Order of Service (updates every Friday afternoon)

No Forum this Sunday

Join us for our Fellowship, Fun and FUNds (FFF 24)

Saturday, April 27th – 28th

The final list of ticketed events and food items for auction is now available! You can find it online here. Paper copies will be available at church. Please note—paper copies include provider contact info, online version does not.

Mark your calendar for the Sale Kickoff and Potluck Dinner Saturday, April 27, 5-7pm. Sale continues Sunday, April 28, 10:45-12. Going to be out of town? Find someone now who can shop for you. In person bidding and buying only.

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Church Calendar

  • Compassionate Communications Meeting

    April 27, 2024  10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Griffin Hall and Kitchen

    In March, we had a workshop that delved into two of the four steps in Nonviolent Communication: feelings and Needs. On April 27, we will work with the step: observations. By observing with as little judgment as possible, we can increase our chances of deepening our relationships, experiencing successful outcomes in meeting the needs not just of ourselves but of others, and growing compassion.

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  • SET-UP/CLEAN UP: Sacred Bridges CUUPS Presents Sage Advice with Dr. Susan

    April 27, 2024  12:00 pm - 3:30 pm
    Griffin Hall

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  • Connection Circle Facilitator Group

    April 27, 2024  1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Stonewall

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  • Sacred Bridges CUUPS Presents Sage Advice with Dr. Susan

    April 27, 2024  1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Griffin Hall

    Sage Advice: Exploring Techniques for Magickal Cleaning and Purification

    Discover alternative methods for cleansing your magickal tools and spaces, going beyond traditional herbs like sage and palo santo. Explore the reasons behind their use and learn about culturally respectful and sustainable alternatives. Join us for a workshop where you’ll explore various herbs for smoke cleansing, along with other techniques for energetic clearing. Plus, create personalized tools for your practice.

    Join us on April 27th from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm at First Unitarian Church of Des Moines in Griffin Hall. Suggested class fee: $10.00, but all are welcome regardless of funds.

    RSVP HERE: https://www.facebook.com/share/tHTwu2m4R3QQu7QQ/?mibextid=9l3rBW

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  • FFF Sale Kickoff and Potluck Dinner

    April 27, 2024  5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    Griffin, Gathering Area, and Kitchen
     

    Fellowship, Food and Funds FFF 24

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Ready to explore Unitarian Universalism and our church? We’re ready for you, even during the pandemic!

  1. Start by joining us for our Sunday service at 9:30 a.m. CT in-person or via Zoom. You can also click here for directions to our building!
  2. In the front lobby of our church, you’ll be welcomed by a Congregational Life Committee member, who will direct you to visitor information and UU information.
  3. Check out our Affinity Groups for adults. All groups that are meeting virtually are open to new participants. New programs for children, youth, and adults will begin this September.
  4. And finally, explore our website! There’s a lot to see and we encourage you to reach out to the contact people listed throughout the site if you have questions or want to get involved.

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See past services on our YouTube channel!
with Rev. Meredith Garmon Every day is Earth Day, of course. But we don't always talk about it in our Sunday service. This Sunday, let's talk about it!
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