Topic: Community

“Politics and the Church: Love or Divorce?”

Livestreamed  at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) As another election looms, what is the relationship between the church and politics?  In this long-term relationship, there have been many ups and downs and some major fights with doors slammed shut. What’s the relationship between Unitarian Universalists and politics? What does our faith tell us about … Continue reading “Politics and the Church: Love or Divorce?”

“Who is the Other?” 

Livestreamed  at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) We’ve entered an era when we are barely able to speak to one another for fear of entering into conflict, anger, and, worst case, dehumanization. Can Unitarian Universalists use our 1st Principle and proposed 8th Principle to guide us and deepen our commitment to the living faith … Continue reading “Who is the Other?” 

“Community-Based Organizing”

Livestreamed  at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) This is a multigenerational worship service As we celebrate another Labor Day, we will examine how labor movements, particularly leaders like Saul Alinsky, have influenced today’s churches and the justice movement through organizations such as PIIN (Pennsylvania Interfaith Impact Network).  

What’s going on in your world?

Livestreamed  at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) How will we connect when we physically all are able to assemble in church?  How can radical acceptance help us in moving forward as a spiritual community? 

First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh Celebrates the Installation of the Rev. Dr. Kate Walker. 

The First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh will celebrate the installation of the Church’s settled minister, the Rev. Dr. Kate Walker, on May 15 at 3 p.m. The installation, a sacred service in which a congregation and its minister pledge deep commitments to each other, will be held in the Church’s Sanctuary with an outdoor reception … Continue reading First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh Celebrates the Installation of the Rev. Dr. Kate Walker. 

“Mystery”

A multi-generational service of stories and music that celebrates our experience of life’s great mysteries and the Mystery that some call God. This is a service for all ages, and children will remain in the service for its entirety. Erica Shadowsong and Ellen Gozion are leading. Livestreamed at 10:30 AM (prelude begins at 10:25). The Installation … Continue reading “Mystery”

“The Welcome Table”

Livestreamed  at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) A welcoming table starts by asking who is already at the table? Then we have to ask, who is going to move over and why? Rev. Dr. Kate R. Walker

“Flower Celebration”

Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) How is a congregation of people like a bouquet of flowers?  We’ll honor the unique beauty that each person brings as we celebrate the traditional Unitarian flower communion.  Since we can’t exchange flowers in person this year, we’ll share photographs that have been submitted by congregants!