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A Life Disrupted

Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25). Our lives are often on auto-pilot.  We follow our daily schedules.  Sometimes this patterned life is interrupted by a major, unexpected disruption.  How do we respond to such a disruption – and might it be a good thing?  Jim Reitz, member of First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh

Theory and Reality of Racism

Unitarian Universalists are being invited to add an 8th Principle to the current 7 Principles guiding our Association.   This proposed Principle, about dismantling white supremacy, is raising the bar on expectations for action and accountability.  Are we ready for a challenging public statement about racism? Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25).

Environmental Justice

The intersection of the climate crisis and racial justice are clashing in painful and horrific outcomes all around the world.  What can First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh do to mitigate the harm?  What would a year of congregation-wide study and action look like? Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25).

In Praise of Fire

Crossing the threshold to the new year offers us a potent time for reflection and imagination. On this first Sunday of 2022, please join Rev. Stephanie, Affiliate Minister of First Unitarian Church, for a Fire Communion homily and ritual as we set intentions for who we wish to be both individually and collectively. You’re invited … Continue reading In Praise of Fire

The Quiet In Between

Here we are in between Christmas and New Year’s Day.  We are ending the year and looking forward to the new year ahead.  What can we learn from the silence in between?   Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25).

Oh Christmas Tree!

A multigenerational celebration of Christmas and the Christmas Tree with Rev. Dr. Kate R. Walker, Erica Shadowsong, Kris Rust, Amaury Morales, and wonderful offerings from singers and musicians.   Livestreamed at 4:30 p.m.

Holiday Pageant

Our annual Multigenerational Pageant sharing the Nativity story. Hosted by Rev. Dr. Kate R. Walker. Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25)

“Cosmic Christ”

Livestreamed  at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) The Holidays are upon us with images of the Christ child being born.  There are some incredibly beautiful stories that help reframe and imagine an all-inclusive Christianity. Rev. Kate Walker

“Who was the Jewish God?”

Livestreamed  at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) Chanukah marks a holiday that supports an old narrative and challenges a new narrative about God and the stories of paradise. Rev. Kate Walker

“Re-remembering into Power”

Livestreamed  at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) There is power in remembering, that is, calling back together those who have impacted our individual and collective lives. In this time of change, let us remember our Ancestors as they guide and support us in creating a more just world. Rev. Tyler Coles, UUA Southern Region Staff