VIM is a committee of your Board of Trustees charged with regularly taking the pulse of thecongregation, discerning needs and aspirations, to inform the annually updated StrategicPlan which guides the life of our church community. VIM discernment is based on an appreciative inquiry process carried out in small group or “cottage” meetings, wherein members and … Continue reading Vision-Identity-Mission PODCAST: What We Learned in This Year’s Cottage Meetings

Hello, 1st U fam! You may have noticed an update to the bulletin board next to the Lifespan Religious Education Director’s office (and if you haven’t, you should check it out). This year, ANYONE who volunteers in ANY capacity in the religious education program gains Experience Points (XP)! You need a lot of them to … Continue reading Level Up! – Jobs Large and Small

Church leaders, volunteers, members and friends are all encouraged to come learn all about church building safety and the safe congregations policies that protect our children and youth. The training will be held in the Sanctuary on Saturday, August 23 @ 3pm and last approximately 1 hour. Can’t make this date? A second session for … Continue reading Church Safety – Training on Updated Policies and Procedures

09/06/2025 9:00 AM This gathering gives religious education volunteers critical information for the year, including updated safety policy training, curricula, contact procedures, scheduling substitutes, and finding the lesson plan calendar. This event is mandatory for any adults who will be serving with children in the religious education program as teachers or substitutes.

Share your skills to help our church run smoothly! Several important committees need more volunteers. No previous experience required – training provided. If you’re interested in being appointed to any of these committees, fill out the form at:https://firstunitarianpgh.breezechms.com/form/committee_volunteer * Finance Committee (1 hour/month) – Help advise the Board and finance officers on the church’s financial … Continue reading Volunteer Opportunities Board

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. What … Continue reading Medical Assist Equipment Loans

The events of the world can be traumatizing. The rushing around in your day can be overwhelming. Please come join us to practice Mindfulness. “Mindfulness is awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally,” says Kabat-Zinn. “And then I sometimes add, in the service of self-understanding and wisdom.” It is … Continue reading Mindfulness practice