While Rev. Kate is on Sabbatical
If you have joys or sorrows you would like to share with the community, please send them to the commissioned lay minister, Stephanie Pawlowski, at sbpawlowski@gmail.com
Category: Congregation News
2025 Financial Report
Our operating budget ended more negative than expected, but our deficit decreased substantially compared to earlier in the winter, due in part to additional revenue allocated by the Board. Our long-term finances remain healthy, and we have already received 56% of the contributions pledged to the Capital Campaign. All information below is as of the … Continue reading 2025 Financial Report
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
February Humanist Group meeting
We will watch a film called “Trust Me”, which illustrates the dangers of social media with specific incidents causing harm in places around the world – India, Australia, Texas, and others. The book on “tech” that we discussed last week was more abstract, and did not say much about specific incidents. We will watch only … Continue reading February Humanist Group meeting
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
Board of Trustees Meeting
The Board of Trustees will meet on Wednesday, January 21, at 7:00 PM on Zoom. For a link to attend, please contact Maria Lauro. Her email is available in Breeze.
Photo Entry Date Extended
The art committee is extending the photo show entry date to early January. Everyone, children and teens included, are invited to submit a printed photo for the upcoming Members and Friends Photo Exhibit during January in the Undercroft Gallery. The committee will mount your photo on a mat with a protective sleeve so when you … Continue reading Photo Entry Date Extended
Capital Campaign Update
Thanks to the generosity of our congregation, the Warming Our Welcome, Brightening Our Future capital campaign has raised $1.1 million and is already delivering results. Completed projects include new LED sanctuary lighting, a restored dimmer system, and upgraded video and camera technology. Additional interior, outdoor, and infrastructure improvements—including careful planning for RE Wing heating and … Continue reading Capital Campaign Update
Medical Assist Equipment Loans
Most of you know that First UU maintains a list of medical assist equipment (such as crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs, bedside items, and much more). These items are owned by and kept at the home of individual members and are loaned to members in need of them. Send an email to medicalequipment@first-unitarian-pgh.org to request an item.