Sunday Service

November 24th, 2024

10:30 am (EDT)

A National Day of Thanksgiving: Separating the Myth from the Magic

Rev Lee Anne Washington

Join us on Sunday as Rev. Lee Anne explores the holiday's dual essence—its cherished rituals of gratitude and togetherness and the complex truths behind its origin story. While the magic lies in connecting with loved ones and celebrating abundance, the myth of Pilgrims and Native Americans oversimplifies and obscures the deeper history of colonialism. Together, we’ll honor the spirit of Thanksgiving while uncovering a fuller, more honest narrative.

The Share the Plate recipient for November will be the Education Law Center. The ELC pursues these goals: 1) Ensure all children in Pennsylvania have access to quality public educational services and to the full range of educational options that are available to their peers; 2) Hold officials and policymakers accountable for complying with the laws protecting the educational rights of the most disadvantaged children; 3) Keep state laws and state and local policies fair, aimed at ensuring equal access to quality schools, and reducing disproportionality along race and class lines. More information: https://www.elc-pa.org/

How to Donate to Share the Plate

IN THIS WEEK'S ENEWS-- TO SEE IT ALL, CLICK ON "VIEW ENTIRE MESSAGE" AT THE BOTTOM

Save the date - Craft Sale - This Sunday!
Friendsgiving
Systemic Change - Guest Speaker
Board of Trustees Meeting
Children's Religious Education Class Schedule
Meditation Group
We have a Refugee Family to Welcome Home! - Thank You!
Ukulele Group
NHCO Holiday Toy Collections
Parents as Sexuality Educators
Food Pantry Donations
UUCNH Holiday Schedule
Sunday Service Topic Suggestions
UUCNH Weekly Connection
Joys and Sorrows

Save the Dates - Craft Sale - This Sunday!!!

Craft Group Annual Holiday Sale

Nov. 24, Dec. 8 and 9

Bring your cash or checks to Church.

Do your holiday shopping to benefit UUCNH. Hand-made crafts and home-made goodies!

Systemic Change- Creating Change - Guest Speaker Rep Arvind Venkat

POST ELECTION - WHAT’S NEXT?

The Systemic Justice team is holding a special December Meeting with Guest Speaker, PA House Representative Arvind Venkat

Please join us on Zoom on Mon, Dec. 2 at 7:30 PM to learn about issues which Rep Venkat believes are most likely to succeed as our congregation’s unified advocacy focus in the coming 2025-2026 PA legislative session.

Potential State Level Issues For Congregational Focus Next Year

Gerrymandering
Racial Justice
Climate Change
LGBTQA+ Rights
Gun Violence
Voting Rights

To request the Zoom link for the Dec 2 meeting, please contact Co-Chair Diana Hull dianahull@uucnh.org.

Board Meeting December 2nd

An extra meeting of the Board of Trustees will be on Monday, December 2nd, at 7:00PM. Meetings are open to all UUCNH members and we welcome your participation. On occasion the board will move into executive session, to protect privacy and confidentiality of individuals, in which case you will be invited to exit the zoom. Attendees will be muted upon joining and we respectfully ask that questions and comments be reserved until the end of the meeting. Please click here to join the meeting with passcode UUCNH. An agenda for this meeting will be forth coming.

Children's Religious Education Class Schedule

Religious educations classes for grades k-6 grades will occur on the following dates.

December 1st - 8th - 15th & 29th (Theme is Presence) Noticing the deeper gifts of the season

December 15th is the Children's Christmas Pageant!!!!

Meditation Group

Please join us for Meditation group. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Mondays from 7 to 8 pm. No experience required just a willingness to learn and breathe. Contact meditation@uucnh.org for any questions.

We Have a Refugee Family to Welcome Home! - Thank you!!!

Thanks to everyone for their generosity!

Every single requested item has been filled and we have a team ready to pick up and deliver food from the JFCS pantry, as well as to set up all of the donated items at the hotel on Tuesday.

When the family arrives, their temporary home it will be filled with many necessary household items as well as food. Thanks in no small part, to this caring community. If anyone would like to donate cash that we could use in the future to purchase items, please make a check out to UUCNH with “Compassionate Service Team” in the memo line and the funds will be available for us to use.

Any questions, please contact allysonzadnik@uucnh.org

Ukulele Group

The Ukulele group meets on second and fourth Monday 7-8 pm in the East Room. Beginners are always welcome. Contact ukegroup@uucnh.org with any questions.

NHCO Holiday Toy Collections

The NHCO Holiday Toy Collection is happening now! We are collecting NEW toys for local children in need. Please see the four ways to help in the flyer.

Feel free to drop off donations next to the food pantry in Friendship Hall by Sunday, December 8th!

Below is a list of the most-popular items:

Art/Craft Sets
Barbie and Baby Doll Accessories
Board Games
LEGO
Makeup
Superhero-themed Toys
Teen Cologne
Gift cards (teens love these!)

See more donation ideas here

Parents and Caregivers as Sexuality Educators

Do you want to feel more comfortable talking to your kids about sex and sexuality?

Join fellow parents as we work through the "Parents and Caregivers as Sexuality Educators" curriculum provided by the UUA. While this group is being held concurrently with OWL, you do not need to have a child in OWL to participate - all are welcome! Classes start soon - talk to Abby Vaughn or Contact cyfdteam@uucnh.org if you are interested in joining us!

Food Pantry Donations

UUCNH has a food pantry for donations to North Hills Community Outreach located in friendship hall. Please consider donating non-perishable food items, hygiene and cleaning supplies.

Did you forget your items? No problem... you can buy a grocery card and donate it.

Sunday Service Topic Suggestion Box

Rev. Lee Anne and the Sunday services team would love your input. A new Sunday Service Topic Suggestions box can be found by the minister's office. If you have a topic you would like to see presented in a Sunday Service please add it to the box. As always we thank you for your contributions to our church community.

UUCNH Weekly Connection

Zoom with UUCNH Friends

This drop-in connection will be held every Tuesday at 3:30 - 4:30 pm and will be led by Michael Horwitz. Contact Michael Horwitz michaelhorwitz@uucnh.org for zoom details

Joys And Sorrows

A Joy: From Jody Clark Thank you to everyone who contributed time and talent to host the Pittsburgh UU cluster meetings held here on November 16th, 2024. Special callouts are made to the wranglers, Don Nelson and Bruce Travers. Meals, set up, and clean up volunteers: Carol Ballance, Cheryl Rampelt, Lisa Robl, Dianna Hull, Liz Perkins, Peggy Trevanion, and Midge Miles. Also, thank you to members who participated in the meeting, the choir, and anyone else I inadvertently forgot to mention.

A Joy: from Ellen McDevitt: "My joy is that so many from the UUCNH community attended Alex's wake. It is clear how much he was loved and I am grateful for our beloved community showing up for Alex, even in his death."

A Joy: from Josh Minnich On November 14, he celebrated one (1) year working at Giant Eagle in Westview.

A Joy: from Cindy Mitchell November 17, marked her 11th anniversary as a member of UUCNH.

Note: There are times when you may not be able to share during service but want the Congregation to know what is on your heart. In that instance, just contact a member of the Lay Pastoral Care Team (LPCT) in person or submit your Joys & Sorrows electronically by clicking here. Once submitted, the form is sent to all LPCT members. (Chris Hill, Ruth Horwitz, Susan Powers, Lynne Herchenroether, Inga Burton-Smith, and Marsha Pedone). Please be sure to submit your item by NOON on Saturday at the latest, so we get it in time for Service. Also, LPCT emails are forwarded to all members of the team. We welcome your sharing and would be honored to carry forth your message.

Minister's Schedule

Rev, Lee Anne's Work Week: Tuesday – Sunday

Tuesday-Friday: 10 - 6 and Evenings

Saturday: (variable)/Sunday: 8:30 - 2:30

Office Administrator's Schedule

Robyn's Work Week: Monday-Friday

Monday: (variable/work from home)

Tuesday - Friday (9-5)

Rev. Lee Anne's Work Schedule Explained