Category: Congregation News

First UU’s Sunday Forum “PIIN’s Call to Action on Immigrant Support in Pittsburgh”

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First UU’s Sunday Forum on March 15, 2026, at 9:00 am-10:15 am is “PIIN’s Call to Action on Immigrant Support in Pittsburgh”. It will be led by Kathleen Rueppel, Chair, PIIN Immigration Task Force,e with Special Guest, Dr. Joan Harvey. The Pennsylvania Interfaith Impact Network (PIIN) is focusing on changing immigration policy, complementing the direct … Continue reading First UU’s Sunday Forum “PIIN’s Call to Action on Immigrant Support in Pittsburgh”

First UU Sunday Forum Speaker Series

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03/01/2026 -9:00 AM –Schweitzer Room, or on-line A Discussion of Alzheimer’s Disease Speaker: Long-time congregation member Nicholas Izzo, Ph.D. is a research biologist with expertise in cell-based assay development and drug discovery.Nick earned a B.S. in Chemistry from Georgetown University and a Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the University of Virginia. He conducted post-doctoral training at … Continue reading First UU Sunday Forum Speaker Series

First Unitarian Church Share the Plate in March is Annie Margaret Barr Higher Secondary School

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First Unitarian Church is honored to Share the Plate in March with the Annie Margaret Barr Higher Secondary School in the village of Kharang in the Khasi Hills of northeast India. As part of a global Unitarian Universalist Association initiative, First Unitarian Church has been partners with our Unitarian friends in the Khasi Hills since … Continue reading First Unitarian Church Share the Plate in March is Annie Margaret Barr Higher Secondary School

Introducing Our Planned Giving Program — And You Can Help Name It!

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We’re excited to share that First Unitarian Church is formally launching a Planned Giving Program to help members create a lasting legacy of support for our mission. Including our church in your will or estate plans is one of the most meaningful ways to ensure our values continue to thrive for future generations. Planned gifts … Continue reading Introducing Our Planned Giving Program — And You Can Help Name It!

Khasi Hills News: Mark Your Calendars for Khasi Hills Partnership Sunday on March 1!

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Sunday, March 1, is Khasi Hills Partnership Sunday! The Khasi Hills Partnership Team will lead a service focusing on themes of welcome, shared community, and partnership. Come hear team member Shelley Ross speak about her October trip to visit our partners in the Khasi Hills of Northeast India and the Unitarian school in the village … Continue reading Khasi Hills News: Mark Your Calendars for Khasi Hills Partnership Sunday on March 1!

February Volunteer Opportunities Board

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Share your talents with one of these committees that needs more volunteers. Just fill out the form below to be connected with a committee representative. Filling out the form doesn’t obligate you to join the committee:https://firstunitarianpgh.breezechms.com/form/committee_volunteer * Stewardship Committee (1 hour per month, more during pledge season)* Art Committee (1 hour per month)* SongSpace (2 … Continue reading February Volunteer Opportunities Board

Medical Equipment Loan Program

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DID YOU KNOW that First Unitarian has a loan program for medical assist items? If you, a friend, or family member has short-term need for crutches, a wheelchair, walker, or other assist items, please send an email to medicalequipment@first-unitarian-pgh.org.

Religious Education: Water Fountain Repair Petition Granted!

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You may notice that the water fountain in the Mason Wing, which has been out of order for several years, has been repaired…and upgraded! Major thanks goes to Phineas McCarthy, who attends our 1st-3rd grade Sunday class! Phineas circulated a petition to fix the water fountain, which was delivered to the building team. Thanks to … Continue reading Religious Education: Water Fountain Repair Petition Granted!