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In Praise of Fire

Crossing the threshold to the new year offers us a potent time for reflection and imagination. On this first Sunday of 2022, please join Rev. Stephanie, Affiliate Minister of First Unitarian Church, for a Fire Communion homily and ritual as we set intentions for who we wish to be both individually and collectively. You’re invited … Continue reading In Praise of Fire

The Quiet In Between

Here we are in between Christmas and New Year’s Day.  We are ending the year and looking forward to the new year ahead.  What can we learn from the silence in between?   Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25).

Oh Christmas Tree!

A multigenerational celebration of Christmas and the Christmas Tree with Rev. Dr. Kate R. Walker, Erica Shadowsong, Kris Rust, Amaury Morales, and wonderful offerings from singers and musicians.   Livestreamed at 4:30 p.m.

Holiday Pageant

Our annual Multigenerational Pageant sharing the Nativity story. Hosted by Rev. Dr. Kate R. Walker. Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25)

“Cosmic Christ”

Livestreamed  at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) The Holidays are upon us with images of the Christ child being born.  There are some incredibly beautiful stories that help reframe and imagine an all-inclusive Christianity. Rev. Kate Walker

“Who was the Jewish God?”

Livestreamed  at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) Chanukah marks a holiday that supports an old narrative and challenges a new narrative about God and the stories of paradise. Rev. Kate Walker

“Re-remembering into Power”

Livestreamed  at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) There is power in remembering, that is, calling back together those who have impacted our individual and collective lives. In this time of change, let us remember our Ancestors as they guide and support us in creating a more just world. Rev. Tyler Coles, UUA Southern Region Staff

“Triggers and Buttons

Livestreamed  at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) Knowing the difference between reacting and responding helps raise our awareness of what will trigger us into reacting and responding before our buttons are pushed

“Our Ancestors: Food for the Soul.” Miguel Sague

Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) The service will reflect on transitions in the circle of life, presenting perspectives from several indigenous cultures. Miguel Sague is a Cuban American and Beike in the CaneyIndigenous Spiritual Circle of Pittsburgh. Lifespan RE & Faith Development Director Erica Shadowsong will present a story. Music by Kris Rust … Continue reading “Our Ancestors: Food for the Soul.” Miguel Sague