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• Link to Minister's message
• UUA President's message
• Bocce Ball - Tomorrow!
• Craft Sale - This Sunday and Monday
• Tree Trimming and Cookie Exchange
• Mitten Tree - Donations wanted
• Meditation Group
• Ukulele Group
• Poinsettia Sale
• Vigil for Gun Violence
• NHCO Holiday Toy Collections
• Coffee House Dec 13th
• Jesus Discussion Group
• UUCNH Holiday Schedule
• Gift for Mary
• Children's Religious Education Class Schedule
• Refugee Family Collection -Check out the Pics
• Volunteer Office Help needed
• LGBTQIAP+ individuals needed
• Systemic Change- Creating Change
• Food Pantry Donations
• UUCNH Weekly Connection
• Joys and Sorrows

November's Minister's message

Click on the below link to read Rev. Lee Anne's November minister's message on the theme of Living Love Through the Practice of Repair.

UUA President's message

Click on the below link to read Rev. Dr. Sofia Betancourt's message to remind us of our faith's call to justice and aim to create a safe spaces for those in need.

Bocce Ball - Tomorrow!

Please join us for some fun and laughter tomorrow December 7th from 10:30am to Noon as we play bocce indoors.

Contact Lindsay Scott with any questions.

Craft Sale -This Sunday and Monday!!!

Craft Group Annual Holiday Sale

This Sunday and Monday from 10am-2pm

Bring your cash or checks to Church.

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

Tree Trimming and Cookie Exchange This Sunday!

Please join the Children and Youth Faith Development Team in decorating the West Room for the holiday season. We will also be having a cookie exchange in friendship hall. Please bring a dozen of your favorite homemade cookies to participate in the exchange.

Mitten Tree - Donations Wanted

On Sunday, December 22nd, we will hear the story of The Mitten Tree (written by Candace Christiansen and illustrated by Elaine Greenstein).

A second tree in the sanctuary will be designated as our “Mitten Tree.” As you remember, please bring unwrapped new mittens scarves and socks to place on the boughs. Wrapped packages of men's and women’s underwear to go under the tree are also appreciated. There will be boxes and baskets to receive them. Our children and youth will decorate the Mitten Tree with your donations during the service on the 22nd.These much-needed items will be delivered to a shelter after the holidays.

Meditation Group meets Monday

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.

Ukulele Group meets Monday

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.

Poinsettias- Help Brighten up UUCNH for the Holidays

Would you like to bring some color into the Sanctuary this holiday season? Order poinsettias! They’re $15 each or 2 for $25. The proceeds go to the Minister’s Discretionary Fund. If you are interested, you can send an email to Chris Hill. You can include a dedication or memorial for the plant. Then bring cash on Sunday to Chris Hill, mail a check to UUCNH (with a comment for Poinsettia Sale), or drop payment in the office in the Equal Exchange/Fair Trade mail slot. 

We have these colors: red, antique white (it’s not a pure white this year-more of an off-white), pink, and glitter (red leaves with white specks).

Please send in your orders by Tuesday, December 10th. They we will be displayed at the December 15th service. You can take them home after the Christmas Eve service if you want.

To order please fill out the form here or contact Chris Hill by email (chrishill@UUCNH.org) or phone (412.977.8118 and leave a message).

Vigil for Gun Violence

You are invited to Honor with Action: an interfaith vigil for victims, families and survivors of gun violence.

Wednesday Dec 11, 2024 6pm @ First United Methodist Church.

Please see attached flyer for details.

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

Coffee House December 13th

UUCNH Coffee House is once again showcasing our church’s best talents, and that includes you! On the second Friday (usually) each month, the West Room stage will be an open mic for anyone interested in singing a song, telling a joke, telling an interesting story, ranting about the news… well, not that—let’s keep it non-political. Or just come to be part of the audience!

Our next session is: Friday December 13th, at 7:30 pm.

Jesus Discussion Group

Jesus Discussion Group - 3rd Sunday of December, the 15th, from noon to 1:15 PM on Zoom and at church (upstairs, follow the yellow signs). John’s gospel has dominated Jesus Thinking for almost two millennia. We’ll see why in this session.  See Tony Palermo for details. 

 Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83044052949?pwd=U25acGMyL1BNRlFhRWpScTRyWHAyQT09

Meeting ID: 830 4405 2949

Passcode: 932743

Please add to the gift for Mary

In gratitude for Mary Doubleday's years of service as our music director, you are invited to express your appreciation in the book located in the breezeway. Please take a moment to add to this gift which will be given to her on Christmas Eve.

Children's Religious Education Class Schedule

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

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

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



Refugee Family Collection - Check out the Pics

Volunteer Office Help Needed - as back up

Hi All,

It is Robyn again... your faithful Office Administrator. While I love working for you all, I do occasionally like to take a vacation. I am looking for 2 volunteers who could come in and train on the primary functions of the office so that there is minimal interruption when I am out. Thanks in advance.

Please reach out to office@uucnh.org if you are interested. How can you resist that smile?

LGBTQIAP+ Individuals needed for OWL Guest Panel

The 8-9th grade owl class is in need of folks who identify as one or more of the identities/orientations in LGBTQIAP + to participate in a guest panel for the youth. The guest panel will be held Sunday January 19th. This is an opportunity for you to share your lived experience and for the youth to ask questions. If you are willing and able please contact Robyn Travers at robyntravers@uucnh.org.

Systemic Change Team - Creating Change

On December 2nd, the Systemic Change Team (SCT) met virtually with Senator Lindsey Williams and Representative Arvind Venkat, who spoke about the status of state issues that are meaningful to our congregation. Among the social justice topics addressed were gerrymandering, racism, voting rights, climate change, LGBTQIA rights and immigration. Read more about the meeting here.

SCT will be meeting again in December to get consensus on three issues that will be presented to the congregation for a vote. The top issue will be the congregational social justice focus for the 2025-2026 PA legislative session. 

SCT's next regular meeting will be on January 6th at 7:30pm To request the Zoom link, please contact Co-Chair Diana Hull.

Generous Food Pantry Donations Appreiciated

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. Please avoid glass jars.

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

Our last haul included a full bin, 6 bags, and 200 dollars in gift cards. Your generosity is much appreciated!

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



A sorrow: from Joyce Kepner : Her brother-in-law Sonny passed away Saturday morning. He will be missed

A Joy: from Joyce Kepner : It has been a joy having her son Ben and daughter-in-law Lizzy from California for Thanksgiving. Ben was with her on Sunday morning.



Note: When you want to share a joy or sorrow submit it electronically by clicking here by NOON on Saturday. Alternatively, you may can fill out a card as you enter the sanctuary on Sunday.

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)