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First Unitarian is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Steering Committee (Stonewall)
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Awakening Heart Sangha is a mindfulness practice group in the Plum Village Tradition of Vietnamese Zen teacher Thích Nhất Hạnh, or ‘Thay’.  We meet by Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Time.  All are welcome on a drop-in basis to this ongoing group. 


All levels of practice are welcome, regardless of whether you are a newcomer to meditation or have had a meditation practice for a while. Brief meditation instruction will be offered at each meeting as needed for any newcomers. At each meeting, we will check-in, practice 20 minutes of sitting meditation and 10 minutes of walking meditation followed by a short reading and discussion.


https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85777386156?pwd=ZFFYQUFacTlHOXU4bFk4a0Y4TWxpdz09

Email sangha@ucdsm.org for more information or to be added to the weekly Sangha meeting announcement email list.

Stonewall April-November, Zoom December-March

“A Word With You” meets once a month in person and discuss topics that interest members. We would like to invite new-comers (or old ones) to our church who could join us or just visit with us. We meet on the last Tuesday of the month at 10:30 am. The topics vary from environment to personalities. 
 
Zoom: 
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Meeting ID: 813 4447 3833
Passcode: WORD

Please contact Sachiko Murphy (wordwithyou@ucdsm.org) if you are interested.

Contact: Karen Kraemer choir@ucdsm.org

Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstucdsm/streams

You Should Be Grateful with the Celebrant Team
Found family can show up in some pretty unique ways. Finding your people not only helps you feel belonging, it can also lead you to sincere gratitude.

Childcare is always available during Sunday services for children aged 0-4 years-old in room 112.

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Meeting ID: 894 5416 6012
Passcode: 231074

Awakening Heart Sangha is a mindfulness practice group in the Plum Village Tradition of Vietnamese Zen teacher Thích Nhất Hạnh, or ‘Thay’.  We meet by Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Time.  All are welcome on a drop-in basis to this ongoing group. 


All levels of practice are welcome, regardless of whether you are a newcomer to meditation or have had a meditation practice for a while. Brief meditation instruction will be offered at each meeting as needed for any newcomers. At each meeting, we will check-in, practice 20 minutes of sitting meditation and 10 minutes of walking meditation followed by a short reading and discussion.


https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85777386156?pwd=ZFFYQUFacTlHOXU4bFk4a0Y4TWxpdz09

Email sangha@ucdsm.org for more information or to be added to the weekly Sangha meeting announcement email list.

Contact: Karen Kraemer choir@ucdsm.org

First Unitarian is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Building Team Meeting
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The Congregational Life Team knows how hard it can be to find time for yourself — whether that’s a quiet dinner, holiday shopping, or simply relaxing at home. So, we’re giving you a night off!

Drop your kiddos off at church from 5–8 PM on Friday, December 5, and enjoy a kid-free evening while they have a fun night with their church family. We’ll keep them entertained with games, crafts, and more, and we’ll also provide dinner.

Please RSVP so we can plan for enough volunteers, food, and snacks.

If you need some fun date night ideas of things happening in Des Moines on Friday, December 5, we've made you a list of some great events! 

he Congregational Life Team knows how hard it can be to find time for yourself — whether that’s a quiet dinner, holiday shopping, or simply relaxing at home. So, we’re giving you a night off!

Drop your kiddos off at church from 5–8 PM on Friday, December 5, and enjoy a kid-free evening while they have a fun night with their church family. We’ll keep them entertained with games, crafts, and more, and we’ll also provide dinner.

Please RSVP so we can plan for enough volunteers, food, and snacks.

If you need some fun date night ideas of things happening in Des Moines on Friday, December 5, we've made you a list of some great events! 

Join Rev. Steve and the Social Justice Support Team for a conversation on issues, passion, our UU values, and how to manage the emotional toll of working to create a just and equitable community. We'll explore ways we can support ourselves and one another, prepare for the work ahead, and keep Love at the center of all we do. Whether you are part of our justice ministry already, or curious about what it means to be a UU in the world, join us!

UCDSM Communications is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

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Musicians, Poets, and Storytellers!

It’s time to start making your plans for the next coffeehouse! The "Espresso Yourself" event will be held on Saturday, December 6, from 6-8 p.m. at the First Unitarian Church of Des Moines. Please mark your calendars!

Come to listen, perform, or simply enjoy the evening—everyone is welcome! This is a BYOB event, so feel free to bring your favorite drinks, and if you'd like, bring a treat or snack to share. A few snacks will also be provided.

We’re excited to come together for another fun and inspiring evening of creativity and community!

Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstucdsm/streams

Childcare is always available during Sunday services for children aged 0-4 years-old in room 112.

Interested in learning more about Unitarian Universalism? Do you have questions about life in this community? Whether you are new to First Unitarian or well-established, please join us for coffee and conversation about Unitarian Universalism.

Send a note to HumanistBookGroup@ucdsm.org if you would like to participate.

Contact: Brenda Trickler/Warren Stine

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Meeting ID: 894 5416 6012
Passcode: 231074

Meets in the Minister's Office

 
The Grief Support Circle will start meeting on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month from 6-7 p.m. Any who are dealing with the loss of a loved one are invited to attend as many or as few sessions that work for you. Feel free to bring your dinner, if you'd like. If this group doesn't work for you but you need help working through your grief, please reach out to the Pastoral Care Team

Awakening Heart Sangha is a mindfulness practice group in the Plum Village Tradition of Vietnamese Zen teacher Thích Nhất Hạnh, or ‘Thay’.  We meet by Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Time.  All are welcome on a drop-in basis to this ongoing group. 


All levels of practice are welcome, regardless of whether you are a newcomer to meditation or have had a meditation practice for a while. Brief meditation instruction will be offered at each meeting as needed for any newcomers. At each meeting, we will check-in, practice 20 minutes of sitting meditation and 10 minutes of walking meditation followed by a short reading and discussion.


https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85777386156?pwd=ZFFYQUFacTlHOXU4bFk4a0Y4TWxpdz09

Email sangha@ucdsm.org for more information or to be added to the weekly Sangha meeting announcement email list.

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First Unitarian is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

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All women are invited for conversation and connection.

Potluck

Contact: Karen Kraemer choir@ucdsm.org

Topic: Steering Committee (Stonewall)
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UCDSM Communications is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: QTAG
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with Rev. Steve Sieck

Book- Elizabeth Lesser's The Seeker's Guide

                                                                                                                       
Contact: Gianfranco Berardi, gamenight@ucdsm.org

Meets: Second Fridays; 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. CT; Griffin Hall

Welcome: All

Please join fellow UU friends for a fun night of board games in Griffin Hall. Bring your favorite game as well as any beverages or snacks you might want to share.

All new and returning hospitality team members are invited to a drop-in orientation to get familiar with our updated safety protocols and refresh practical skills on Saturday, December 13 from 9:30-11:30 a.m.

We’ll have stations set up so you can visit only the areas you want or need including:

• New safety procedures
• How to use the dishwasher
• Operating the lift
• Location of tools and supplies (shovels, etc.)
• Overview of all hospitality duties

if you have questions, send an email to hospitality@ucdsm.org.

The Queer/Transgender Action Group (QTAG) is hosting a cozy, all-ages open house with hot cocoa (or tea), holiday crafts, and even a few holiday carols.

Enjoy an array of toppings, from classic to decadent, as well as vegan and gluten-free options. All ages, genders, orientations, and allies welcome! Questions or craft suggestions? Please email the Queer/Trans Action Group at qtag@ucdsm.org

The Queer/Transgender Action Group (QTAG) is hosting a cozy, all-ages open house with hot cocoa (or tea), holiday crafts, and even a few holiday carols.

Enjoy an array of toppings, from classic to decadent, as well as vegan and gluten-free options. All ages, genders, orientations, and allies welcome! Questions or craft suggestions? Please email the Queer/Trans Action Group at qtag@ucdsm.org

Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstucdsm/streams

Childcare is always available during Sunday services for children aged 0-4 years-old in room 112.

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Meeting ID: 894 5416 6012
Passcode: 231074

Facilitated by Ellen Taylor

Awakening Heart Sangha is a mindfulness practice group in the Plum Village Tradition of Vietnamese Zen teacher Thích Nhất Hạnh, or ‘Thay’.  We meet by Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Time.  All are welcome on a drop-in basis to this ongoing group. 


All levels of practice are welcome, regardless of whether you are a newcomer to meditation or have had a meditation practice for a while. Brief meditation instruction will be offered at each meeting as needed for any newcomers. At each meeting, we will check-in, practice 20 minutes of sitting meditation and 10 minutes of walking meditation followed by a short reading and discussion.


https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85777386156?pwd=ZFFYQUFacTlHOXU4bFk4a0Y4TWxpdz09

Email sangha@ucdsm.org for more information or to be added to the weekly Sangha meeting announcement email list.

The UCDSM Board of Trustees

Meets in Stonewall Conference Room 

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81039646421

 
Chosen by Women, About Women, Discussed by Women 

RSVP's sent to wednesdaywomen@ucdsm.org

Contact: Karen Kraemer choir@ucdsm.org

Facilitated by Jeremy and Sarah Guenther 

Facilitated by Steve Evans

Facilitated by Amanda Kruse and Heidi Lackmann

A Longest Night service recognizes that for some, the holidays are a challenging time. Whether you have experienced the death of a loved one, another loss, or are struggling with a season that's supposed to be joyful, you are welcome to attend a short service of reflection and acknowledgement of all that this time of year can hold.

Event at 6pm, Potluck at 6:45pm

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Meeting ID: 810 3899 1478
Passcode: Celebrant

 Facilitated by Hilary Hippen

Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstucdsm/streams

Childcare is always available during Sunday services for children aged 0-4 years-old in room 112.

Mary Safford and via Zoom

Send a note to HumanistBookGroup@ucdsm.org if you would like to participate, especially if planning to join via Zoom.

Contact: Brenda Trickler/Warren Stine

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87018584456?pwd=Mzl5REczWWRrSXl0QnFDZ3kwdlBTUT09 

Awakening Heart Sangha is a mindfulness practice group in the Plum Village Tradition of Vietnamese Zen teacher Thích Nhất Hạnh, or ‘Thay’.  We meet by Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Time.  All are welcome on a drop-in basis to this ongoing group. 


All levels of practice are welcome, regardless of whether you are a newcomer to meditation or have had a meditation practice for a while. Brief meditation instruction will be offered at each meeting as needed for any newcomers. At each meeting, we will check-in, practice 20 minutes of sitting meditation and 10 minutes of walking meditation followed by a short reading and discussion.


https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85777386156?pwd=ZFFYQUFacTlHOXU4bFk4a0Y4TWxpdz09

Email sangha@ucdsm.org for more information or to be added to the weekly Sangha meeting announcement email list.

Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstucdsm/streams

Childcare is always available during Sunday services for children aged 0-4 years-old in room 112.

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 894 5416 6012
Passcode: 231074

Awakening Heart Sangha is a mindfulness practice group in the Plum Village Tradition of Vietnamese Zen teacher Thích Nhất Hạnh, or ‘Thay’.  We meet by Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Time.  All are welcome on a drop-in basis to this ongoing group. 


All levels of practice are welcome, regardless of whether you are a newcomer to meditation or have had a meditation practice for a while. Brief meditation instruction will be offered at each meeting as needed for any newcomers. At each meeting, we will check-in, practice 20 minutes of sitting meditation and 10 minutes of walking meditation followed by a short reading and discussion.


https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85777386156?pwd=ZFFYQUFacTlHOXU4bFk4a0Y4TWxpdz09

Email sangha@ucdsm.org for more information or to be added to the weekly Sangha meeting announcement email list.

Stonewall April-November, Zoom December-March

“A Word With You” meets once a month in person and discuss topics that interest members. We would like to invite new-comers (or old ones) to our church who could join us or just visit with us. We meet on the last Tuesday of the month at 10:30 am. The topics vary from environment to personalities. 
 
Zoom: 
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 813 4447 3833
Passcode: WORD

Please contact Sachiko Murphy (wordwithyou@ucdsm.org) if you are interested.

UCDSM Communications is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Faith Formation Team
Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime
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Meeting ID: 839 9794 6293
Passcode: FF

Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstucdsm/streams

Interested in learning more about Unitarian Universalism? Do you have questions about life in this community? Whether you are new to First Unitarian or well-established, please join us for coffee and conversation about Unitarian Universalism.

Childcare is always available during Sunday services for children aged 0-4 years-old in room 112.

Send a note to HumanistBookGroup@ucdsm.org if you would like to participate.

Contact: Brenda Trickler/Warren Stine

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Awakening Heart Sangha is a mindfulness practice group in the Plum Village Tradition of Vietnamese Zen teacher Thích Nhất Hạnh, or ‘Thay’.  We meet by Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Time.  All are welcome on a drop-in basis to this ongoing group. 


All levels of practice are welcome, regardless of whether you are a newcomer to meditation or have had a meditation practice for a while. Brief meditation instruction will be offered at each meeting as needed for any newcomers. At each meeting, we will check-in, practice 20 minutes of sitting meditation and 10 minutes of walking meditation followed by a short reading and discussion.


https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85777386156?pwd=ZFFYQUFacTlHOXU4bFk4a0Y4TWxpdz09

Email sangha@ucdsm.org for more information or to be added to the weekly Sangha meeting announcement email list.

Contact: Karen Kraemer choir@ucdsm.org

Facilitated by Amanda Kruse and Heidi Lackmann

                                                                                                                       
Contact: Gianfranco Berardi, gamenight@ucdsm.org

Meets: Second Fridays; 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. CT; Griffin Hall

Welcome: All

Please join fellow UU friends for a fun night of board games in Griffin Hall. Bring your favorite game as well as any beverages or snacks you might want to share.

Guest speaker will be Rob Sand, candidate for governor.

Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstucdsm/streams

Childcare is always available during Sunday services for children aged 0-4 years-old in room 112.

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Meets in the Minister's Office

 
The Grief Support Circle will start meeting on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month from 6-7 p.m. Any who are dealing with the loss of a loved one are invited to attend as many or as few sessions that work for you. Feel free to bring your dinner, if you'd like. If this group doesn't work for you but you need help working through your grief, please reach out to the Pastoral Care Team

Awakening Heart Sangha is a mindfulness practice group in the Plum Village Tradition of Vietnamese Zen teacher Thích Nhất Hạnh, or ‘Thay’.  We meet by Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Time.  All are welcome on a drop-in basis to this ongoing group. 


All levels of practice are welcome, regardless of whether you are a newcomer to meditation or have had a meditation practice for a while. Brief meditation instruction will be offered at each meeting as needed for any newcomers. At each meeting, we will check-in, practice 20 minutes of sitting meditation and 10 minutes of walking meditation followed by a short reading and discussion.


https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85777386156?pwd=ZFFYQUFacTlHOXU4bFk4a0Y4TWxpdz09

Email sangha@ucdsm.org for more information or to be added to the weekly Sangha meeting announcement email list.

Women’s Monthly Lunch  

All UU (and UU-interested) women are welcome to join the monthly gathering of the UU Women’s Lunch Bunch (2nd Tuesday of every month at 11:30). 

There’s always good food and lively conversation. 

Please be sure to RSVP before the luncheon if you plan to attend:  womenslunch@ucdsm.org

Online Only

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Contact: Karen Kraemer choir@ucdsm.org

UCDSM Communications is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

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with Rev. Steve Sieck

Book- Elizabeth Lesser's The Seeker's Guide

Facilitated by Steve Evans

Potluck 6:00-6:40 pm! Meeting to follow!

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Passcode: Celebrant

Stonewall Conference Room

 Facilitated by Hilary Hippen

Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstucdsm/streams

Childcare is always available during Sunday services for children aged 0-4 years-old in room 112.

Mary Safford and via Zoom

Send a note to HumanistBookGroup@ucdsm.org if you would like to participate, especially if planning to join via Zoom.

Contact: Brenda Trickler/Warren Stine

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Meeting ID: 894 5416 6012
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Facilitated by Ellen Taylor

Awakening Heart Sangha is a mindfulness practice group in the Plum Village Tradition of Vietnamese Zen teacher Thích Nhất Hạnh, or ‘Thay’.  We meet by Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Time.  All are welcome on a drop-in basis to this ongoing group. 


All levels of practice are welcome, regardless of whether you are a newcomer to meditation or have had a meditation practice for a while. Brief meditation instruction will be offered at each meeting as needed for any newcomers. At each meeting, we will check-in, practice 20 minutes of sitting meditation and 10 minutes of walking meditation followed by a short reading and discussion.


https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85777386156?pwd=ZFFYQUFacTlHOXU4bFk4a0Y4TWxpdz09

Email sangha@ucdsm.org for more information or to be added to the weekly Sangha meeting announcement email list.

The UCDSM Board of Trustees

Meets in Stonewall Conference Room 

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81039646421

 
Chosen by Women, About Women, Discussed by Women 

RSVP's sent to wednesdaywomen@ucdsm.org

Contact: Karen Kraemer choir@ucdsm.org

Facilitated by Jeremy and Sarah Guenther 

Facilitated by Sarah Lauer

Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstucdsm/streams

Childcare is always available during Sunday services for children aged 0-4 years-old in room 112.

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 894 5416 6012
Passcode: 231074

Awakening Heart Sangha is a mindfulness practice group in the Plum Village Tradition of Vietnamese Zen teacher Thích Nhất Hạnh, or ‘Thay’.  We meet by Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Time.  All are welcome on a drop-in basis to this ongoing group. 


All levels of practice are welcome, regardless of whether you are a newcomer to meditation or have had a meditation practice for a while. Brief meditation instruction will be offered at each meeting as needed for any newcomers. At each meeting, we will check-in, practice 20 minutes of sitting meditation and 10 minutes of walking meditation followed by a short reading and discussion.


https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85777386156?pwd=ZFFYQUFacTlHOXU4bFk4a0Y4TWxpdz09

Email sangha@ucdsm.org for more information or to be added to the weekly Sangha meeting announcement email list.

Stonewall April-November, Hybrid December-March

“A Word With You” meets once a month in person and discuss topics that interest members. We would like to invite new-comers (or old ones) to our church who could join us or just visit with us. We meet on the last Tuesday of the month at 10:30 am. The topics vary from environment to personalities. 
 
Zoom: 
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Meeting ID: 813 4447 3833
Passcode: WORD

Please contact Sachiko Murphy (wordwithyou@ucdsm.org) if you are interested.

Contact: Karen Kraemer choir@ucdsm.org

with Rev. Steve Sieck

Book- Elizabeth Lesser's The Seeker's Guide

Zoom:

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Meeting ID: 646 970 2233

Passcode: 1kFs41

First Unitarian is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Building Team Meeting
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Facilitated by Faithyna Leonard

Griffin Hall

Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstucdsm/streams

Childcare is always available during Sunday services for children aged 0-4 years-old in room 112.

Interested in learning more about Unitarian Universalism? Do you have questions about life in this community? Whether you are new to First Unitarian or well-established, please join us for coffee and conversation about Unitarian Universalism.

Send a note to HumanistBookGroup@ucdsm.org if you would like to participate.

Contact: Brenda Trickler/Warren Stine

Zoom Meeting:

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Meeting ID: 894 5416 6012
Passcode: 231074

Awakening Heart Sangha is a mindfulness practice group in the Plum Village Tradition of Vietnamese Zen teacher Thích Nhất Hạnh, or ‘Thay’.  We meet by Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Time.  All are welcome on a drop-in basis to this ongoing group. 


All levels of practice are welcome, regardless of whether you are a newcomer to meditation or have had a meditation practice for a while. Brief meditation instruction will be offered at each meeting as needed for any newcomers. At each meeting, we will check-in, practice 20 minutes of sitting meditation and 10 minutes of walking meditation followed by a short reading and discussion.


https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85777386156?pwd=ZFFYQUFacTlHOXU4bFk4a0Y4TWxpdz09

Email sangha@ucdsm.org for more information or to be added to the weekly Sangha meeting announcement email list.

Contact: Karen Kraemer choir@ucdsm.org

UCDSM Communications is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

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Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstucdsm/streams

Childcare is always available during Sunday services for children aged 0-4 years-old in room 112.

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Meets in the Minister's Office

 
The Grief Support Circle will start meeting on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month from 6-7 p.m. Any who are dealing with the loss of a loved one are invited to attend as many or as few sessions that work for you. Feel free to bring your dinner, if you'd like. If this group doesn't work for you but you need help working through your grief, please reach out to the Pastoral Care Team

Awakening Heart Sangha is a mindfulness practice group in the Plum Village Tradition of Vietnamese Zen teacher Thích Nhất Hạnh, or ‘Thay’.  We meet by Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Time.  All are welcome on a drop-in basis to this ongoing group. 


All levels of practice are welcome, regardless of whether you are a newcomer to meditation or have had a meditation practice for a while. Brief meditation instruction will be offered at each meeting as needed for any newcomers. At each meeting, we will check-in, practice 20 minutes of sitting meditation and 10 minutes of walking meditation followed by a short reading and discussion.


https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85777386156?pwd=ZFFYQUFacTlHOXU4bFk4a0Y4TWxpdz09

Email sangha@ucdsm.org for more information or to be added to the weekly Sangha meeting announcement email list.

Women’s Monthly Lunch  

All UU (and UU-interested) women are welcome to join the monthly gathering of the UU Women’s Lunch Bunch (2nd Tuesday of every month at 11:30). 

There’s always good food and lively conversation. 

Please be sure to RSVP before the luncheon if you plan to attend:  womenslunch@ucdsm.org

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Contact: Karen Kraemer choir@ucdsm.org

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with Rev. Steve Sieck

Book- Elizabeth Lesser's The Seeker's Guide

Facilitated by Amanda Kruse and Heidi Lackmann

                                                                                                                       
Contact: Gianfranco Berardi, gamenight@ucdsm.org

Meets: Second Fridays; 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. CT; Griffin Hall

Welcome: All

Please join fellow UU friends for a fun night of board games in Griffin Hall. Bring your favorite game as well as any beverages or snacks you might want to share.

Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstucdsm/streams

Childcare is always available during Sunday services for children aged 0-4 years-old in room 112.

Mary Safford and via Zoom

Send a note to HumanistBookGroup@ucdsm.org if you would like to participate, especially if planning to join via Zoom.

Contact: Brenda Trickler/Warren Stine

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Facilitated by Ellen Taylor

Awakening Heart Sangha is a mindfulness practice group in the Plum Village Tradition of Vietnamese Zen teacher Thích Nhất Hạnh, or ‘Thay’.  We meet by Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Time.  All are welcome on a drop-in basis to this ongoing group. 


All levels of practice are welcome, regardless of whether you are a newcomer to meditation or have had a meditation practice for a while. Brief meditation instruction will be offered at each meeting as needed for any newcomers. At each meeting, we will check-in, practice 20 minutes of sitting meditation and 10 minutes of walking meditation followed by a short reading and discussion.


https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85777386156?pwd=ZFFYQUFacTlHOXU4bFk4a0Y4TWxpdz09

Email sangha@ucdsm.org for more information or to be added to the weekly Sangha meeting announcement email list.

The UCDSM Board of Trustees

Meets in Stonewall Conference Room 

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Chosen by Women, About Women, Discussed by Women 

RSVP's sent to wednesdaywomen@ucdsm.org

Contact: Karen Kraemer choir@ucdsm.org

Facilitated by Jeremy and Sarah Guenther 

Facilitated by Steve Evans

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Meeting ID: 810 3899 1478
Passcode: Celebrant

 Facilitated by Hilary Hippen

Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstucdsm/streams

Childcare is always available during Sunday services for children aged 0-4 years-old in room 112.

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Meeting ID: 894 5416 6012
Passcode: 231074

Awakening Heart Sangha is a mindfulness practice group in the Plum Village Tradition of Vietnamese Zen teacher Thích Nhất Hạnh, or ‘Thay’.  We meet by Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Time.  All are welcome on a drop-in basis to this ongoing group. 


All levels of practice are welcome, regardless of whether you are a newcomer to meditation or have had a meditation practice for a while. Brief meditation instruction will be offered at each meeting as needed for any newcomers. At each meeting, we will check-in, practice 20 minutes of sitting meditation and 10 minutes of walking meditation followed by a short reading and discussion.


https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85777386156?pwd=ZFFYQUFacTlHOXU4bFk4a0Y4TWxpdz09

Email sangha@ucdsm.org for more information or to be added to the weekly Sangha meeting announcement email list.

Stonewall April-November, Zoom December-March

“A Word With You” meets once a month in person and discuss topics that interest members. We would like to invite new-comers (or old ones) to our church who could join us or just visit with us. We meet on the last Tuesday of the month at 10:30 am. The topics vary from environment to personalities. 
 
Zoom: 
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Meeting ID: 813 4447 3833
Passcode: WORD

Please contact Sachiko Murphy (wordwithyou@ucdsm.org) if you are interested.

Contact: Karen Kraemer choir@ucdsm.org

with Rev. Steve Sieck

Book- Elizabeth Lesser's The Seeker's Guide

Zoom:

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Meeting ID: 646 970 2233

Passcode: 1kFs41

First Unitarian is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

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Facilitated by Faithyna Leonard

Facilitated by Sarah Lauer

Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstucdsm/streams

Childcare is always available during Sunday services for children aged 0-4 years-old in room 112.

Interested in learning more about Unitarian Universalism? Do you have questions about life in this community? Whether you are new to First Unitarian or well-established, please join us for coffee and conversation about Unitarian Universalism.

Send a note to HumanistBookGroup@ucdsm.org if you would like to participate.

Contact: Brenda Trickler/Warren Stine

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Meeting ID: 894 5416 6012
Passcode: 231074

Awakening Heart Sangha is a mindfulness practice group in the Plum Village Tradition of Vietnamese Zen teacher Thích Nhất Hạnh, or ‘Thay’.  We meet by Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Time.  All are welcome on a drop-in basis to this ongoing group. 


All levels of practice are welcome, regardless of whether you are a newcomer to meditation or have had a meditation practice for a while. Brief meditation instruction will be offered at each meeting as needed for any newcomers. At each meeting, we will check-in, practice 20 minutes of sitting meditation and 10 minutes of walking meditation followed by a short reading and discussion.


https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85777386156?pwd=ZFFYQUFacTlHOXU4bFk4a0Y4TWxpdz09

Email sangha@ucdsm.org for more information or to be added to the weekly Sangha meeting announcement email list.

Contact: Karen Kraemer choir@ucdsm.org

B Martin singing group - free rental

UCDSM Communications is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Faith Formation Team
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Meeting ID: 839 9794 6293
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Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstucdsm/streams

Childcare is always available during Sunday services for children aged 0-4 years-old in room 112.

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Meeting ID: 894 5416 6012
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Meets in the Minister's Office

 
The Grief Support Circle will start meeting on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month from 6-7 p.m. Any who are dealing with the loss of a loved one are invited to attend as many or as few sessions that work for you. Feel free to bring your dinner, if you'd like. If this group doesn't work for you but you need help working through your grief, please reach out to the Pastoral Care Team

Awakening Heart Sangha is a mindfulness practice group in the Plum Village Tradition of Vietnamese Zen teacher Thích Nhất Hạnh, or ‘Thay’.  We meet by Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Time.  All are welcome on a drop-in basis to this ongoing group. 


All levels of practice are welcome, regardless of whether you are a newcomer to meditation or have had a meditation practice for a while. Brief meditation instruction will be offered at each meeting as needed for any newcomers. At each meeting, we will check-in, practice 20 minutes of sitting meditation and 10 minutes of walking meditation followed by a short reading and discussion.


https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85777386156?pwd=ZFFYQUFacTlHOXU4bFk4a0Y4TWxpdz09

Email sangha@ucdsm.org for more information or to be added to the weekly Sangha meeting announcement email list.

Women’s Monthly Lunch  

All UU (and UU-interested) women are welcome to join the monthly gathering of the UU Women’s Lunch Bunch (2nd Tuesday of every month at 11:30). 

There’s always good food and lively conversation. 

Please be sure to RSVP before the luncheon if you plan to attend:  womenslunch@ucdsm.org

Online Only

First Unitarian is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 832 9274 4498
Passcode: 465972

Contact: Karen Kraemer choir@ucdsm.org

UCDSM Communications is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

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with Rev. Steve Sieck

Book- Elizabeth Lesser's The Seeker's Guide

Facilitated by Amanda Kruse and Heidi Lackmann

                                                                                                                       
Contact: Gianfranco Berardi, gamenight@ucdsm.org

Meets: Second Fridays; 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. CT; Griffin Hall

Welcome: All

Please join fellow UU friends for a fun night of board games in Griffin Hall. Bring your favorite game as well as any beverages or snacks you might want to share.

LG

Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstucdsm/streams

Childcare is always available during Sunday services for children aged 0-4 years-old in room 112.