Our Unitarian Universalist Beliefs
As Unitarian Universalists, we believe in and encourage a free and responsible search for truth and meaning.
First Church is a welcoming congregation, and all who wish to explore what it means to be human are invited to join us.
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October 12, 2025 | 9:00 am & 11:00 am
Balancing Action and Presence
Indigenous Peoples Day 2025 Today’s Topic: Cultivating Compassion, especially during the times we find ourselves in, can be difficult for... More >
Children's Faith Formation
Children & Youth: Faith Formation
For Unitarian Universalists, faith formation includes all of the ways that children, teens and adults grow toward their potential as compassionate, ethical and fulfilled human beings. Our Faith Formation program offers weekly updates on ways to connect with our families, faith, and community. Sign up. More >
October 12, 2025 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
International Institute of Wisconsin
Alexander P. Durtka, Jr., LHD, MSW, MDiv., CFEE An insider’s overview, beyond the annual Holiday Folk Fair, into an often-unknown... More >
Upcoming Events
October 6, 2025 | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Practice of Presence
Join us every Monday at 5:30-6:30 p.m. in our beautiful Sanctuary for the Practice of Silence as we sit in... More >
October 8, 2025 | 9:00 am
Poetry Contemplation
Join us on Wednesday mornings. Listen, respond and rest with the words of selected poets and in the company of... More >
October 9, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Chancel Choir
Join us on most Thursdays in singing as we prepare to perform at Sunday services. The choir sings about once... More >
Latest News & Views
A Legacy of Compassion
Looking at a piece of newspaper I was employing for utility rather than edification, I saw a familiar face from… More >
Cultivating Compassion for Transformation
Cultivating compassion is one of our most powerful tools for transformation. It can change our lives, relationships, communities, and our… More >
Faith Formation at First Church
Our Children & Youth Faith Formation program brings each month’s church theme to life through hands-on projects, interactive games, meaningful… More >