Category: Congregation News

Winter Solstice Service

The Dance Choir welcomes all to the First Unitarian’s annual Winter Solstice Service on Sunday, December 21st at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary.This peaceful, contemplative, participatory, and celebratory service of dance, music, and readings is most appropriate for older children and adults.We are pleased to be collaborating with musicians Jett Downey with Joy Street band … Continue reading Winter Solstice Service

Support UUJustice PA

Ongoing fundraising to support UUJusticePA.We have a new Executive Director and he is ready to Meet the Moment with UUJusticePA! This weeks focus is onProtecting Pennsylvania’s Environment — Pennsylvania’s environment is facing real challenges — polluted waterways, unsafe air, abandoned wells, and rising climate impacts. And the people most affected are often the ones with … Continue reading Support UUJustice PA

Art Shows in the Undercroft don’t “Just Happen”

A look behind the scenes will show there’s a lot of cooperation and physical effort to hang a show in the Undercroft. In this photo we see three of Annie Stunden’s family members hanging one of her quilts. First, what pieces enhance each other when hung together? Then, what height? Next getting them up with … Continue reading Art Shows in the Undercroft don’t “Just Happen”

December Volunteer Opportunities Board

Important committees and other volunteer roles need your help. Fill out this form to express your interest in contributing your talents to one or more of these crucial roles:https://firstunitarianpgh.breezechms.com/form/committee_volunteer FEATURED ROLE: Treasurer and Assistant TreasurerThe Treasurer oversees financial policy and operation for the church. This is a role on the Board of Trustees. You will … Continue reading December Volunteer Opportunities Board

Sunday Morning Forum

PHRESH – Pittsburgh Hill/Homewood Research on Neighborhood Change and Health: Nutrition Security and The Importance of Access to Healthy Foods Subject: What is nutrition security, and how is it currently examined? What factors are important to achieve nutrition security? Dr. Fulay will discuss how PHRESH examines access to healthy food and key findings from the … Continue reading Sunday Morning Forum

New Mural in Church Hallway

Church member and extraordinary artist Mary Weidner recently completed a wall mural in the hallway inside the Ellsworth Avenue entrance. In this mural, Mary uses the universal language of the visual, rather than the written, to depict our newly adopted Unitarian Universalist Values.  Dynamic and brushstrokes are colorfully intertwined, bringing symbols to life in a nuanced and … Continue reading New Mural in Church Hallway

Pledge Drive 2026: A Heartfelt THANK YOU! From Your Stewardship Committee

The annual pledge drive has now formally wrapped up! The Stewardship Committee wishes to thank everyone in the church community who submitted a pledge or accepted their rollover pledge. Thanks also to the members who presented testimonials in support of the pledge drive, sharing the unique stories of their journeys to finding a religious home … Continue reading Pledge Drive 2026: A Heartfelt THANK YOU! From Your Stewardship Committee

Young Adults Coordinator Position

The church is seeking someone to provide weekly logistical support for young adults. The position is 8 hours per week, though this may vary depending on their needs.Duties would include maintaining a contact list, sending announcements on Signal, reserving meeting space, and facilitating their connections with each other on Sunday mornings. Minimum age of 36 … Continue reading Young Adults Coordinator Position