First U Think

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First U Think is a podcast designed for you, just as you are. We're bringing you weekly talks about the topics that matter. Living with values. Caring about the world and the people in it. Making a

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August 20, 2026 We the People with AMOS
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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.
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August 13, 2026 The Theology of Play with Faithyna L.
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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.
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23min
August 05, 2026 Making It Up As We Go Along with Rev. Steve Sieck
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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.
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15min
July 29, 2026 Artists in Our Midst with Katherine V.
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Join us as we celebrate the creativity within our own congregation.
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12min
July 23, 2026 Space, Science and Spirituality--The Overview Effect with the Celebrant Team
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The Celebrant Team explores how space exploration, science, and spirituality intersect.
Diane F., Faithyna L., and Louise A.
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22min
July 15, 2026 Attention is a Precious Resource with Dave Busiek
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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?
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18min
July 09, 2026 America at 250 with Members of the Congregation
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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.
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July 01, 2026 Flourishing in Queer Joy with Members of the Congregation
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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
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17min
June 26, 2026 Conditions for Flourishing with Rev. Steve Sieck
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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
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20min
June 16, 2026 The Different Faces of Flourishing with The Celebrant Team
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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]
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19min

FAQs about First U Think:

How many episodes does First U Think have?

The podcast currently has 279 episodes available.