First U Think
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First U Think is a weekly podcast from the First Unitarian Church of Des Moines, Iowa, designed for listeners as they are. It explores topics that matter, such as living with values, caring about the world and people, and making a difference. The show also highlights prophetic people and their work, encouraging listeners to think before acting. Brought to you by the First Unitarian Church of Des Moines IA.
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Stepping into the River with Rev. Steve Sieck 15.09.2026 13minSend us Fan Mail How do our Unitarian Universalist commitments support us in this season of beginnings? Bring water to share in our annual Water Communion ritual, bring energy and curiosity to find something new to begin at the Community Faire after the service! Support the show -
What Do You Think? Episode 1: Dr. Tim Knepper 10.09.2026 32minSend us Fan Mail Dr. Tim Knepper, Drake University Professor of Philosophy, director of the Comparison Project Upcoming events: https://comparisonproject.wp.drake.edu/events/ Support the show -
Where Does a Humanist Turn? 04.09.2026 23minSend us Fan Mail As a long-time agnostic secular and member of the Humanist Society, Paul Derrick doesn’t rely on any God or gods to watch over and comfort him, to hear and answer prayers or to intervene in human affairs. So, where does he turn for strength, comfort, solace, support and consolation? This Sunday we welcome back the Westphals for horn duet music. Support the show -
11 Minute Meditation to Let Go and Forgive 04.09.2026 11minSend us Fan Mail 11 Minute Meditation to Let Go and Forgive with Rev. Steve Sieck Support the show -
9 Minute Meditation to Understand our Feelings 04.09.2026 9minSend us Fan Mail 9 Minute Meditation to Understand our Feelings with Rev. Steve Sieck Support the show
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5 Minute Meditation for Awareness 04.09.2026 5minSend us Fan Mail 5 Minute Meditation for Awareness by Rev. Steve Sieck Support the show
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All Things in Time with Rev. Steve Sieck 27.08.2026 22minSend us Fan Mail At First Unitarian we're in a season of big changes: to faith formation, service schedules, architecture, and more! How do we hold a sense of peace and community when everything is in flux? Join us this Sunday for a service of grounding and visioning. Support the show -
We the People with AMOS 20.08.2026 17minSend us Fan Mail For many, the word politics has come to mean division, spectacle or partisan warfare. But, politics, at its best, is the work of the people for the common good. Come hear how ordinary people learned to turn private pain into public action, and believe that good power grows where people are connected and ready to act together. AMOS: https://www.amosiowa.org/ with Elaine I., Eileen J., and Crystal L. Support the show -
The Theology of Play with Faithyna L. 13.08.2026 22minSend us Fan Mail What if play is not something we outgrow, but something that helps us grow? This sermon explores the theology of play—the role of imagination, wonder, and joy in developing faith, strengthening mental health, and building beloved community. Through humor, personal stories, and Unitarian Universalist values, we’ll consider how staying curious and a little silly can be a sacred practice. Support the show -
Making It Up As We Go Along with Rev. Steve Sieck 05.08.2026 14minSend us Fan Mail We joined together for a fully improvised service! With a few prompts from the audience, we created a story for all ages, along with meditations, sermons, and music. Support the show -
Artists in Our Midst with Katherine V. 29.07.2026 11minSend us Fan Mail Join us as we celebrate the creativity within our own congregation. Support the show -
Space, Science and Spirituality--The Overview Effect with the Celebrant Team 23.07.2026 21minSend us Fan Mail The Celebrant Team explores how space exploration, science, and spirituality intersect. Diane F., Faithyna L., and Louise A. Support the show -
Attention is a Precious Resource with Dave Busiek 15.07.2026 17minSend us Fan Mail Join us for “Attention is a Precious Resource” with longtime Iowa journalist Dave Busiek. Being an informed citizen these days demands a lot of our attention. To protect their sanity, too many people have tuned out the news. What should we pay attention to and how should we do so to stay aware but not overwhelmed? Support the show -
America at 250 with Members of the Congregation 09.07.2026 17minSend us Fan Mail Our theme for our July 5 service is America’s 250th birthday. Listen to reflections by church members about what our nation’s 250th birthday means to them. Todd L. and Oge N. Support the show -
Flourishing in Queer Joy with Members of the Congregation 01.07.2026 16minSend us Fan Mail What does it look like for queer joy to flourish in our shared community? We take time this week to hear perspectives on the myriad ways that queer joy presents itself and how we can help it grow and thrive together. with Barb & Deidre, David & Walter, and Jaycie Support the show -
Conditions for Flourishing with Rev. Steve Sieck 26.06.2026 19minSend us Fan Mail What are the conditions necessary for flourishing? How do our pasts – even across generations – affect our capacity to flourish? Join us as we honor the Summer Solstice, Father’s Day, and the deep work of nourishing and repairing the soil in which we grow Support the show -
The Different Faces of Flourishing with The Celebrant Team 16.06.2026 18minSend us Fan Mail What does it mean to truly flourish? We'll explore three introspective personal stories that reveal the many ways people experience growth, purpose, resilience, and joy. Together, we'll reflect on how flourishing can look different for each of us—and how we might cultivate it in our own lives. Marsha Carty, Jim Carty, Elijah Evans If you notice any differences in sound quality this week, please let us know! This was made using a new system. email- [email protected] Support t... -
Flourishing in Community with Rev. Steve Sieck 11.06.2026 19minSend us Fan Mail What does it mean to Flourish Together? Join us for Annual Meeting Sunday as we explore the interplay of resources that makes a garden flourish, and celebrate the work our church does to love, grow, and serve. Support the show -
Flower Communion with Rev. Steve Sieck 04.06.2026 14minSend us Fan Mail This Sunday we honor the 103rd annual ritual first designed by Unitarian minister Norbert Capek. How might this beloved tradition help us become more curious citizens in an interdependent world? Support the show -
Gathered in Remembrance: Held in Hope with the Celebrant Team 28.05.2026 26minSend us Fan Mail Memorial Day is a complicated holiday for many of us. How do we honor those who serve without glorifying war? How do we build a peaceful future for our children? This morning we will hear perspectives on military service and war from a variety of UU voices with Paige Shivvers, Megan Klee, David Witke Support the show
