Story Archives - First Unitarian Church of Des Moines

Through Fields of Fire (Flower Communion)

A church is not a building. A church is a community of human hands and hearts. 2020 and 2021 have... Read More →

This last year we have learned, grown, and made a way forward, despite all that stood in our path. Join... Read More →

On May 26th, Buddhists the world over will celebrate the holy-day of Vesak, a momentous celebration which commemorates the Buddha’s... Read More →

Mothers help to shape the lives of their children. For good and bad, it’s a role that never ends. We... Read More →

No matter who we are, making sense of our lives and seeking out direction is a profound commonality we share... Read More →

Watch the Video (YouTube link) > For this annual pre-Thanksgiving service for all ages, our community of “story” will share... Read More →

Watch the Video (YouTube link); Download the Text (PDF) > On this first Sunday following the 2016 election, we will... Read More →

Watch the Video (YouTube link); Watch the Video of the Celebrant Reflection (YouTube link). >Trump’s bigotry is a pointed expression... Read More →