In his book Savor, Buddhist monk and author Thich Nhat Hanh writes, “We all have bad days when everything seems to go wrong. After such a long day, we feel tired, discouraged, and down. We might have an urge to have some comfort food – a pint of ice cream, say, or some chocolate chip … Continue reading Meditation Reincarnated November

Teens! Please join us for a viewing and discussion of the movie “Saved” led by Bob Fischbach, movie reviewer at the Omaha World-Herald, this Sunday November 17 from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. Snacks will be available and a free will donation will be taken for pizza. “Good girl” Mary and her domineering best friend are … Continue reading Second Circle Teen Movie for November

In the event of Sunday service cancellation, the church phone at 402-334-0537 will be the first notification, and when possible that will be done by 7:00 a.m. on the Sunday in question. Other notifications will be posted and sent following that. If weather or road conditions cause services or a church event to be cancelled, … Continue reading Weather-Related Cancellations

We want people to recognize that their gifts are not taken for granted and that we hope people will feel called to give in whatever way fits for their lives and circumstances.  As individuals and families, our finances can weigh heavy on us at any point – but especially when lots of requests are made.  … Continue reading Holiday Giving

For over a year, our church community has worked in the community to help change the world for better while also learning about justice.  Our Family Service Learning Projects (usually on the last Sunday of the month) have helped repair the damage done to our environment, connecting with animals and how they help people, and … Continue reading Family Service Learning Projects

You are invited to join the LGBTQ Welcoming Congregation Committee, next meeting Tuesday, November 12, at 7 p.m., at Ferial Pearson’s home. Come and help support people who identify as LGBTQ and issues they face. Contact Tammy Hunter, Mary Anne Chisholm, or Ferial Pearson with questions.

The Open Arms Transgender Youth Group meets Saturday, November 16, from noon to 2 at the church, for a potluck and sharing.  Come and help the group be supportive to our youth.  Contact Tammy Hunter, Mary Anne Chisholm, or Ferial Pearson with questions.  

Economist James K. Galbraith said in his recent Holland Lecture that Social Security may well, once again, be threatened as Congress attempts to negotiate the current financial impasse. Pat Hart, a member of Second Unitarian Church, is an Iowa representative to Social Security Ambassadors, a state-based nonpartisan initiative being coordinated nationally by the Center for … Continue reading Retirees’ Group November

It has been a long-standing tradition here at Second Unitarian to share a Thanksgiving meal the weekend before Thanksgiving Day.   This year our Thanksgiving dinner will be on Saturday, November 23, at 6 p.m. Please bring a salad, vegetable, or dessert that can serve 10-12 people. Fellowship will provide turkey and beverages. Donation is $5 … Continue reading Thanksgiving Dinner Nov. 23

Building and Grounds has scheduled Fall Church Yard Cleanup Days on the mornings of Saturdays, November 2,and December 7, from 8:00 a.m. to noon to rake leaves and clean out the flower beds for winter. In case of bad weather, we’ll reschedule since no indoor work is planned. Refreshments will be provided. During October we … Continue reading Fall Church Cleanup Days