Services

Worship Service for 6-30-19

A very special and popular guest will return to our pulpit this Sunday with a message about Independence Day. Please come and make her feel welcome; you will not regret it!… more

The Iowa Sisterhood

The Iowa Sisterhood, UU history often overlooks the contribution of this amazing group of women to our movement; the women and how they carried our movement to the west.… more

Father’s Day

Lessons from alternative history. There is a saying that those who do not know history are destined to repeat it. But is the history we know the real history?… more

Let’s Talk About Getting Old

Are people like fine wine, getting better with age? Personally, I don’t like wine. But there is some research that suggests people get happier as they age.… more

Awakening The Spirit

Since the dawn of time, indigenous people everywhere have understood that, drumming and song are powerful spiritual practices. In this service we will experience the power of drumming as it helps to awaken and deepen our spiritual selves. We will listen, sing, and feel the rhythms of life.… more

Annual Meeting

Yes, once again it is time for the high holy day of Unitarian Universalism. I am only partially joking because there is something very sacred about discerning how we will walk together. … more

Mother’s Day

We take time to celebrate Momma. If you are not a Momma, you got one. If you don’t like her or you don’t know her; maybe you have mothered someone in
your life. What ever is the case it is all about self-sacrifice for the benefit of another? What is that love like?… more

Blessing the Animals Who Bless Our Lives

Animals bring us pleasure, calmness, compassion, hope and healing — especially where we have experienced deep trauma. (Well behaved animal companions are welcome to attend this service and receive a blessing and a treat!) Mary Strine is an AUUC Member and Pet Therapy Trainer.… more

The Spirituality of Unitarian Universalism

“Ours is not an easy faith but it is a strong and healing faith,” Rev. Sally White. I will unpack this statement from my mentor and share with you why Unitarian Universalism has been enough for me over the last 13 years.… more