Hello!
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.
Upcoming Service
Church Calendar
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Tai Chi
April 25, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Monday and Thursday at 10:00 at First Unitarian as weather cools and we move inside to Griffin Hall. Outside sessions are currently being held at the American Legion Park in West Des Moines on 4th and Vine.
Third Thursday's of the month the group will meet in Mary Safford instead of Griffin when the weather cools.
Tai chi is an ancient form of gentle exercise sometimes called ‘moving’ meditation. This class will focus on a short form (Sun style) designed specifically to improve joint movement (which may decrease pain) and improve balance and prevent falls. In addition to these benefits, research has also shown tai chi may reduce stress. Basic aspects of tai chi will be discussed and practiced, including breathing, weight shift, posture, slow circular movements, elongation and focus to enhance the flow of chi. The classes are taught by repetitively practicing small portions and gradually adding until the entire form has been covered. Regular attendance is encouraged for the full benefit. There is a small fee ($20) for participants for the day session while the evening session is free. Register here: https://forms.gle/poBmQ4hsdPfQpSir7 -
(CANCELLED 4/25) UU Singers Adult Choir
April 25, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Griffin Hall
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Compassionate Communications Meeting
April 27, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Griffin Hall and KitchenIn 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
Announcements
- Make A Drum With Wayne Manthey: Sat., May 4th @ 10:30a
- Humanist Watch Party: Sat., Apr. 27th @ 2:00p
- Sacred Bridges CUUPs: Olympian Gods: An Introduction with William: Fri., Apr. 19th from 7-9:30p
- Building Better Relationships with the Wider UU World: Apr. 19-20th
- Volunteer Sustainability Training: Stop Recruiting, Start Retaining: Sat., Apr. 20th from 9-10:30a
- Immigration Seminars: Apr. 20th and May 4th
- UU 201 Class: Sat., Apr. 20th from 1-3p
I’m New Here
Ready to explore Unitarian Universalism and our church? We’re ready for you, even during the pandemic!
- 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!
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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