Welcome to First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh
“Who’s in Control Around Here?”
Livestreamed at 10:30 am There it is, that thought, that pesky thought, “Why do bad things happen to good people?” And there’s that other one, “Why me?” Let’s dig in.
Our February Share the Plate is Bethel AME Church
Bethel AME Church, founded in 1808, was once a thriving congregation
and center of learning and social activism. As part of the Lower Hill
redevelopment project of the 1950’s, the Urban Redevelopment Authority
of Pittsburgh seized the church by eminent domain and demolished it.
Since then, the more the congregation learned about the situation – that is,
the value of the property versus the compensation they received, and the
fact that a neighboring white church wasn’t torn down – the more they
understood the demolition as an act of racism.
Now Bethel members are seeking reparations under the leadership of
Pastor Dale Snyder. They are challenging the city, the redevelopers of the
Lower Hill and local white faith communities to acknowledge how they
have participated in, or proted from, racist systems and to compensate
Bethel for its losses.
The First Unitarian Church is honored to Share the Plate in February with
Bethel AME Church, and to welcome Martha Moore to tell you more about
the church and the Bethel AME exhibit opening in the Undercroft Gallery
today after the service.
PUBLICSOURCE, April 14, 2021
www.publicsource.org/bethel-ame-black-church-history/
THULA SIZWE concert at First Unitarian Church on 2/23/25

The event begins at 2:30 PM with a community sing for college students and adult choristers. Come join your voice in singing well-known South African favorites like “Siyahamba” and “Shosholoza”; hear stories from the artists; and be ready for a few surprises. The community sing will be followed by featured performance by Thula Sizwe offering traditional and original songs, drumming, and traditional Zulu dance. Open to the public! Learn more.
Thank You for a Successful Chili Cook-off!

Congregation News
- PIIN’s Annual Fundraising Gala & 25th Anniversary Celebration
- Khasi Hills Update: An Exciting Opportunity for Two Students
- Book Discussion Group: Healing Resistance by Kazu Haga facilitated by the LRED
- How can we uphold UU Values during these trying times?
- Summary of Congreation’s Assessment of the Board
- 1/26/25 Forum Event
- Your Fantasy Auction Donations Are Making a Difference
Featured Events
Church Calendar
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
6:00 PM - Free Medicare Class
28
1
10:30 AM - Women’s Alliance Meeting
3
12:00 PM - Private Event
12:30 PM - Community Conversation
6
6:30 PM - Full Moon Circle
7:00 PM - Lunasa Concert
7:30 PM - Men's Group
9
10
12:00 PM - The Pittsburgh Community Gamelan Workshop
2:00 PM - A Walker in the Park
6:00 PM - Free Medicare Class
14
7:00 PM - March Board of Trustees Meeting
10:30 AM - Women’s Alliance Meeting
7:00 PM - Improv rehearsal
7:00 PM - First Pennsylvania Commandiere
17
18
20
23
24
7:00 PM - Steel City Improv
9:00 AM - Meet Khasi Hills Guests and More
12:00 PM - \"Envisioning Our Future\" Art Show
12:30 PM - Bylaws Vote
27
28
29
30
2:00 PM - Art hanging
8:30 AM - James Graham
11:00 AM - Let's Talk
11:45 AM - Tai Chi class with Eric
3:00 PM - EECM Meal Prep