We Belong, Together.
We are building a community of hope with a joyful, wide embrace.
Join us as we seek to follow where love calls us next.
Sunday Worship
Sunday, May 3: Start by Stopping
Two services:
9 a.m. in person
11 a.m. in person and livestreaming
Not far from the beginning of the world at Bdote and the confluence of the Mississippi and Minnesota, I found my first clear view of the river and its banks. With the emergence of leaves on previously barren trees and the new blanket of groundcover full of tiny white and purple flowers, I could no longer see the river from the path, I had to find the bridge. From the bridge I could see the water flowing toward and away from me, swirling and changing itself and its surroundings as it moved. As we explore our May worship theme of legacy, letting go, and bridging in our individual and collective lives, we start by stopping to take in the view, noticing what is moving in and what is moving out, and choosing then what to carry and what to create, and what to let go.
Community Wide
We The People… Singing & Speaking Truth
Sunday, May 3 at 4 p.m.
At First U and via livestream
At a time when truth, justice, and democracy are being challenged, artists continue to help us make meaning, build connection, and call each other forward.
Join us for a powerful afternoon of spoken word and music rooted in resistance, reflection, and hope. Featuring texts from voices like Martin Luther King Jr., Amanda Gorman, Maya Angelou, and foundational documents such as the Constitution and Declaration of Independence—woven together with music that has long inspired movements for change.
All In!
May Community Dinner
Wednesday, May 13
Dinner 6-6:45; Coming of Age Celebration 7-8:15 p.m.
Menu: Available about a week in advance.
All are welcome and there is no charge. We always offer vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, nut free and kid-friendly options. All church events are alcohol-free. Instead of breakout groups after the May dinner, please join our 9th grade Coming of Age youth, mentors, and Advisors in the Sanctuary where they will share their COA ‘Zine. The ‘Zine will be a collection of our youth’s learning, processing, and overall experiencing as part of COA.
Childcare will be available for younger kids.
Coming up at First Universalist
Latest Updates
Summer Programs at Church: “Stroll through the fields”
April 30, 2026
What is drawing your attention these days? Where are you finding wonder, or rest, or curiosity? What helps you “stroll through the fields” of your own life? Submit your proposal for a summer group or gathering at church.
An Invitation from the Children, Youth, and Families Advisory Council
April 23, 2026
What have these last five months been like for your family? Share with the CYFM Advisory Council.
“When we make promises, we don’t make them lightly.”
April 23, 2026
This Sunday, our youth have created a beautiful worship service for the First U community. Show up and be a witness to and recipient of their important ministry
