Social Action
Providing service to others is a key part of the mission of First Unitarian Church. There are many opportunities to participate in social action through a number of groups and outreach programs. We encourage you to find one or more ways to participate that are meaningful to you. Our causes in the Pittsburgh area can be found on our Social Justice page.
More is asked of us that we could have imagined. The beauty of life is such that it will not let us go until we have offered the blessing we have.
Social Justice
Green Sanctuary Team
The goal of the Green Sanctuary Team is to integrate the seventh principle into our daily congregational life, specifically celebration, education, sustainability, and environmental justice. We are open to new members. Learn more about our Green Sanctuary program. Contact Peg Schmidt or Barbara Litt.
The goal of the Green Sanctuary Team is to integrate the seventh principle into our daily congregational life, specifically celebration, education, sustainability, and environmental justice. We are open to new members. Learn more about our Green Sanctuary program. Contact Peg Schmidt or Barbara Litt.
PIIN Team
This group connects First Unitarian Church with the Pennsylvania Interfaith Impact Network (PIIN). Contact Sarah Benson or Annie Stunden.
UUPLAN Team
Unitarian Universalist Pennsylvania Legislative Advocacy Network (UUPLAN) promotes UU values to policy makers in Pennsylvania to advance just legislation and advocate for fairness and transparency in the democratic process. First Unitarian Church is a Supporting Congregation. Contact Becky Studer.
This group connects First Unitarian Church with the Pennsylvania Interfaith Impact Network (PIIN). Contact Sarah Benson or Annie Stunden.
UUPLAN Team
Unitarian Universalist Pennsylvania Legislative Advocacy Network (UUPLAN) promotes UU values to policy makers in Pennsylvania to advance just legislation and advocate for fairness and transparency in the democratic process. First Unitarian Church is a Supporting Congregation. Contact Becky Studer.
Social Justice Endowment Committee
The Social Justice Endowment Committee makes decisions about allocation of available Social Justice Endowment funds to promote the social application of Unitarian Universalist religious principles. By appointment only. Contact Karen Snow.
The Social Justice Endowment Committee makes decisions about allocation of available Social Justice Endowment funds to promote the social application of Unitarian Universalist religious principles. By appointment only. Contact Karen Snow.
Unitarian Universalists for Justice in the Middle East (UUJME)
UUJME is dedicated to a peaceful and just resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. They sponsor speakers, videos, and panels to help the community learn more about the problems and possible solutions. Learn more on our UUJME page. Contact Joan Adibi.
UUJME is dedicated to a peaceful and just resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. They sponsor speakers, videos, and panels to help the community learn more about the problems and possible solutions. Learn more on our UUJME page. Contact Joan Adibi.
Social Service
Alternative Gift Market Team
The Alternative Gift Market occurs during the holidays and is a fundraiser for a variety of local and global charities. Tables are set up on three Sundays to provide information and facilitate donations. Learn more about the Alternative Gift Market event. Contact Karen Burns Rutigliano or Nancy Latimer
The Alternative Gift Market occurs during the holidays and is a fundraiser for a variety of local and global charities. Tables are set up on three Sundays to provide information and facilitate donations. Learn more about the Alternative Gift Market event. Contact Karen Burns Rutigliano or Nancy Latimer
East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Shelter Meal Preparation Team
We shop for, cook, deliver, and serve dinner for people at the EECM shelter on the first Sunday of the month. Contact Mary Denison.
We shop for, cook, deliver, and serve dinner for people at the EECM shelter on the first Sunday of the month. Contact Mary Denison.
Khasi Hills Partnership Team
The Khasi Hills Partnership Steering Team communicates with our UU partners in the Khasi Hills of India to maintain a decade-long association and fund special projects at the Annie Margaret Barr School in Kharang, India. Learn more about our Khasi Hill initiative. Contact Karen Litzinger.
The Khasi Hills Partnership Steering Team communicates with our UU partners in the Khasi Hills of India to maintain a decade-long association and fund special projects at the Annie Margaret Barr School in Kharang, India. Learn more about our Khasi Hill initiative. Contact Karen Litzinger.
Habitat For Humanity Team
We organize Habitat for Humanity work parties about 4-5 times a year. Members and friends work at a home site doing such tasks as painting, framing windows, smoothing drywall, laying ceramic tile, clearing brush, building fences and sheds and landscaping. It is a highly rewarding experience for all involved. Contact Marty Lieb at liebm38@yahoo.com.
We organize Habitat for Humanity work parties about 4-5 times a year. Members and friends work at a home site doing such tasks as painting, framing windows, smoothing drywall, laying ceramic tile, clearing brush, building fences and sheds and landscaping. It is a highly rewarding experience for all involved. Contact Marty Lieb at liebm38@yahoo.com.