This Sunday

“Peace Circles”

Livestreamed at 10:30 a.m. Christina Baldwin and Ann Linnea have been creating circles of engagement and reflection for many, many years.  And yet the concept is still almost counter-cultural:   equal seating around a circle where everyone has a chance to speak or remain silent; where everyone listens deeply; where a synchronicity of souls comes together … Continue reading “Peace Circles”

PIIN is the October Share the Plate charity!

Since 2000, PIIN (The Pennsylvania Interfaith Impact Network) has been organizing people of faith to change the balance of power for justice and equity in Southwestern PA. PIIN is a power building organization of 31 interfaith congregations, nonprofits and labor organizations focused on affecting change through the practices of community organizing. Through mentoring and training leaders, building relationships with those in power and holding them accountable, and planning and implementing powerful collective action, PIIN creates opportunities for  marginalized people, to build power for justice. Learn more.

New UU Statement of Values

Chalice graphicAfter a democratic process involving thousands of Unitarian Universalists discussing the faith’s values and core theology over the past four-plus years, delegates at the 2024 Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) General Assembly voted decisively to approve a new statement of values and beliefs for Unitarian Universalism. Read more about this historic vote.

We are open for rentals and weddings

First Unitarian Church offers many rooms for your celebrations and meetings. For large gatherings, we recommend the Sanctuary (300 people), the Schweitzer Room (50 people), and the Garden (80 people). For smaller meetings, we have a number of different rooms to fit your needs. Submit a reservation request now. 

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Schweitzer room
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Undercroft Gallery
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Undercroft Gallery
05 May
05/05/23    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Please join Rev. Stephanie Gannon and Climate Communicator Kirsi Jansa for a weekend-long retreat to grow our spiritual and emotional resilience and our ability to [...]
SongSpace Presents Jess Klein with special guest Brad Yoder
05/06/23    
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
SongSpace presents Jess Klein with special guest Brad Yoder Saturday May 6, 7:30pm 605 Morewood Avenue in Shadyside Tickets: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/ “Jess Klein's music is one [...]
07 May
05/07/23    
11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Tai Chi Master Eric Randolph is back by popular demand. Partnering with the Lifespan Religious Education Program at First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh! Simple and [...]
07 May
05/07/23    
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Undercroft Gallery Kitchen
07 May
05/07/23    
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Please join Rev. Stephanie Gannon and Climate Communicator Kirsi Jansa for a weekend-long retreat to grow our spiritual and emotional resilience and our ability to [...]
07 May
05/07/23    
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Family graduation ceremony for 7th-9th graders completing Our Whole Lives. Undercroft Gallery
Khasi Hills Partnership Meeting with India Guest Visit
05/09/23    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Come explore our team during this exciting time of planning for the visit of our guest from India. Reverend Nangroi Suting, who is our school's [...]
09 May
05/09/23    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Undercroft gallery
10 May
05/10/23    
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Priestly room
13 May
05/13/23    
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Priestly Room
13 May
05/13/23    
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
SanctuarySchweitzer RoomSchweitzer Room KitchenGarden Building opening at noon
14 May
05/14/23    
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Let's learn about and talk about the proposed changes to the Article II of the UUA's bylaws that contain the Principles and Sources. Information: https://www.uua.org/uuagovernance/committees/article-ii-study-commissionFacilitated by [...]
14 May
05/14/23    
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Artist Reception for May Art Show "Home to Roost." Julie Stunden will exhibit her current work along with the work of members of her family.
14 May
05/14/23    
11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Tai Chi Master Eric Randolph is back by popular demand. Partnering with the Lifespan Religious Education Program at First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh! Simple and [...]
16 May
05/16/23    
6:00 am - 8:00 pm
Undercroft Gallery
17 May
05/17/23    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Meetings occur via Zoom. Zoom link will be sent on the afternoon of the Board meeting. Members and friends of the church are welcome to [...]
18 May
05/18/23    
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Schweitzer room
19 May
05/19/23    
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Rehearsal for the Spring “All the Colors” / “De Colores” Concert. Sat, May 20, 4 pm. featuring Coro Latinamericano, the UU Pgh Community Singers & Friends. [...]
20 May
05/20/23    
4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Spring “All the Colors” / “De Colores” Concert. Sat, May 20, 4 pm. featuring Coro Latinamericano, the UU Pgh Community Singers & Friends. SanctuarySchweitzer RoomSchweitzer Room [...]
21 May
05/21/23    
11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Tai Chi Master Eric Randolph is back by popular demand. Partnering with the Lifespan Religious Education Program at First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh! Simple and [...]
21 May
05/21/23    
12:15 pm - 2:00 pm
Sanctuary
22 May
05/22/23    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm –  Contact Janey Zeilinger Insurance Services LLC at 412-569-4261 (cell) 1-800-800-1999 for more information We do not offer every plan [...]
24 May
05/24/23    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Elif Batuman in Conversation with Anjali Sachdeva
25 May
05/25/23    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Undercroft Gallery
25 May
05/25/23    
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Schweitzer room
27 May
05/27/23    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Schweitzer Room
28 May
05/28/23    
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Join to learn more about the history, varied theologies, and organization of Unitarian Universalism. In the Priestly Room on the 4th Sunday of every month.
28 May
05/28/23    
11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Tai Chi Master Eric Randolph is back by popular demand. Partnering with the Lifespan Religious Education Program at First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh! Simple and [...]
31 May
05/31/23    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Sanctuary
02 Jun
06/02/23    
4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Please join Rev. Kate for the national day of remembrance for those who have died from gun violence. Wear orange and show your support. Allegheny [...]
03 Jun
06/03/23    
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
9:30 am – 12:30 pm – RUaUU?Orientation Toward Membership at First Unitarian Church Schweitzer RoomAre you considering becoming a member of the congregation and want to [...]
03 Jun
06/03/23    
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
The Board of Trustees will be presenting the 2024-25 budget to the congregation to review. Sanctuary
04 Jun
06/04/23    
11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Tai Chi Master Eric Randolph is back by popular demand. Partnering with the Lifespan Religious Education Program at First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh! Simple and [...]
04 Jun
06/04/23    
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Undercroft Gallery
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