Author: First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh

Parking on 2/1/26

Parking for our congregation this Sunday will be at the Rodef Shalom parking lot for anyone who ventures out.  There is no parking available on Morewood and Ellsworth Avenues right now. Cars must be out of the parking lot by 1:00 pm.

Support Criminal Justice Reform

This week, we are highlighting UUJusticePA’s Criminal Justice Reform work, which seeks to build a system rooted in accountability, restoration, and human dignity — not punishment alone.Criminal justice reform is not abstract. It affects families, communities, and generations. It determines who gets a second chance — and who is denied one.In Pennsylvania, our advocacy addresses:Mass … Continue reading Support Criminal Justice Reform

A Warm Welcome to Our New Coordinator for Young Adults!

Deena is bringing over 20 years of experience in public education. Originally from Wheeling, WV, she now calls the Swissvale neighborhood of Pittsburgh home. Deena currently teaches first grade at our virtual elementary school, where she enjoys fostering early literacy and curiosity. Outside of the virtual classroom, she is a proud mom to her 8-year-old … Continue reading A Warm Welcome to Our New Coordinator for Young Adults!

Sunday Forum

Social Justice in Pittsburgh in Historical Perspective The Speaker: Daniel Holland, PhD, is the 2025-2026 Post-Doctoral Fellow at the Center for African-American Urban Studies and the Economy (CAUSE) in the History Department at Carnegie Mellon University. Dan’s recent professional positions Director of Research and Policy for the Lower Marshall-ShadelandDevelopment Initiative on Pittsburgh’s North Side, and … Continue reading Sunday Forum

January Volunteer Opportunities Board

Help our church expand its mission by serving on one or more of these committees in need of more volunteers! Simply fill out the form to express your interest:https://firstunitarianpgh.breezechms.com/form/committee_volunteer FEATURED COMMITTEEThe Marketing and Communications Committee (MarCom) has several openings:* Mailchimp management (our email list software)* Social media management* Content creation, especially short-form video content for … Continue reading January Volunteer Opportunities Board