- Women around the Table: Tue., Dec. 12, from 10:30a -12p November 22, 2024 Women Around the Table will meet at the church in Griffin Hall from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. All women are invited for conversation and connection. Morning treats will be provided, but participants are reminded to bring their own beverage.
- AMOS, First U, and You!: Sat., Dec. 14, from 9a -10:30a November 22, 2024 Love Radically, Grow Ethically and Spiritually, and Serve Justly- Our mission as members of First Unitarian Church. But how can we do that? And with whom? Please join us for AMOS, First U, and you in the Mary Safford Room! How does it fit together? We’ll do a brief teaching on AMOS and recent actions, alignment with... Read More →
- Women’s Wednesdays: Wed., Dec. 18, 12:30p -3p November 22, 2024 Join us in the Stonewall Conference Room for a discussion chosen by women, about women, and discussed by women. **Please note, Women’s Wednesdays will now be meeting on the THIRD Wednesday of the month.**
- UU 201 Membership Class: Sat., Dec. 21 from 1-3p November 22, 2024 Join us for the second membership class in our Path to Membership. The minister and lay-leaders will show you a closer look at life and membership in our congregation. You should expect to hear from leaders on our Board of Trustees, Stewardship Committee, Pastoral Care Team, and more. To sign up, click here.
- Upcoming Bird Walk: Sat., Dec. 21, at 9a November 22, 2024 Join Rev. LoraKim Joyner on the Bill Riley Trail for a bird walk: Celebrating Winter Solstice. We will meet at the “Centers Trails Access” which is the parking lot at the Greenwood Ashworth swimming pool at 102 45th Street. Click here for more information.
- No Youth Faith Formation Classes on Dec. 22 and 29 November 22, 2024 Please note that Youth Faith Formation classes will not meet on December 22 and 29 to allow families and volunteers to enjoy the holiday season. Classes will resume on January 5th. We wish you a joyful and restful holiday!
- Griffin Hall Artist for December: Ann Mowry November 22, 2024 Ann Mowery, a member of the church and an artist, began thinking about the aging body when she approached 70 years old as she was struggling with how she looked at this age. She had never painted the figure up close or worked on creating realistic skin tones. This combined with her search for a... Read More →
- Fellowship, Food, and FUNds November 22, 2024 Next year will be the 25th anniversary for Fellowship, Food and FUNds. (aka Fabulous Food Fundraiser). We want to extend a huge thanks to Barb Royal for her 20 years of hard work, and now to Elaine as she continues this ministry. Breaking Bread is Community Building! We want to celebrate this exciting anniversary by hearing... Read More →
- Morning Zen with Meredith: Tue. – Sat., from 6:00a – 7:00a November 22, 2024 Morning Zen with Rev. Meredith Garmon is now offered on Zoom every Tuesday through Saturday morning at 6:00 am. Detailed information can be found on One Earth Zen. For the chants and sutras, it will be helpful to have the booklet: “One Earth Zen: Sutras, Chants, and Songs.” You may also pick up a copy in the church... Read More →
- First Unitarian Humanist Update November 22, 2024 ** Watch Party Our next gathering will be on Saturday, February 8th, 2:00 PM at the Stine Barn (4000 Turnberry in West Des Moines). Click Here to find out more about this event, the Humanist organization, and other Humanist events and activities. ** Braver Angels Join the Humanists for a discussion of how... Read More →
