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“Woven in a Single Garment of Destiny”

 A full-length video worship service is exploring and celebrating hallmarks of our Unitarian Universalist theology. https://www.uua.org/worship/holidays/woven-garment-destiny The church is closed this Sunday.

“Prepping for Community Involvement:  Outer Work and Inner Work”

Guest speaker Caron Carnahan As we prepare to bring our UU values into the community, what are our next steps? In anti-racism work, the inner work and the outer work are equally important.  Bio: Caron Carnahan is a Commissioned Lay Minister at Ginger Hill UU Congregation in Slippery Rock, PA.  She is serving her third … Continue reading “Prepping for Community Involvement:  Outer Work and Inner Work”

“Beyond Self-Reliance”

The Beloved Community that is the frequent object of UU thought rests on a friendly tension between robust self-reliance and attention to the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.  We will consider just what we mean by self-reliance and the dynamics called for in the religious community. Guest Speaker John … Continue reading “Beyond Self-Reliance”

“The Gifts of Neurodiversity”

Livestreamed  at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25)  As Unitarian Universalists, we preach inclusion.  But is our definition of inclusion broad enough?  Are we accepting and celebrating all people and embracing the beauty that is found in our neurological differences? Stephanie Pawlowski

“Follow Your Passion”

Livestreamed  at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) Guest speaker Alice Carnes Order of Service

    Principles and Purposes  pt. 2

Livestreamed  at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) This is the second of a two-part reflection on the Unitarian Universalist Seven Principles. How did the Principles come into our faith, and are they enough to hold our identity, while letting us grow? Order of Service

  “Inherent Principles of Faith, Part 1 of 2”  

Livestreamed at 10:30 a.m. (prelude begins at 10:25) This is the first of a two-part reflection on the Unitarian Universalist Seven Principles. How did the Principles come into our faith, and are they enough to hold our identity while letting us grow? We are offering our Annual Flower Communion and UU tradition from Prague. Please bring … Continue reading   “Inherent Principles of Faith, Part 1 of 2”  

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Livestreamed at 10:30 AM (prelude begins at 10:25).

Celebrating Khasi Spring Festival and Our Partnership

Hear about the indigenous roots of our Khasi Hills Unitarian sisters and brothers in India, including the spring festival, Shad Suk Mynsiem. Nandanik Dance Troupe will be performing, culminating with a festival dance in the garden. Maureen Porter of our Khasi Hills Partnership Team is the guest speaker. You are invited to wear bright colors … Continue reading Celebrating Khasi Spring Festival and Our Partnership

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.