Sunday Service
May 18th, 2025
More Than Words On a Page
Rev. John Ballance
We will examine the meanings of key words in UU theology, particularly with respect to the UUCNH mission statement.
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AFFIRMING AND PROMOTING OUR FIFTH PRINCIPLE
UUCNH is Closed on Tuesday May 20th as it is a polling place.
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LET'S FEED THE POLL WORKERS!!!
On May 20th, community members come to our church to vote. We want to support the poll workers by feeding them. Please click on this link to sign up to provide food.
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Jesus Discussion Group
3rd Sunday of May, the 18th, from noon to 1:15 PM on Zoom and at church (upstairs, follow the signs). Christian proto-orthoxy became orthodoxy, eliminating the thoughts of countless early Jesus people, and yet there are still a myriad of versions of the Jesus story. Let’s discuss yours…and the views of Stephen Mitchell in The Gospel According to Jesus.
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Children's Religious Education Schedule
May 18th RE Classes
(Theme is Imagination) Life can sometimes seem locked in place and set in stone. Imagination helps us see that this isn't true. We say that Spring brings new life and new possibilities. This month let us realize that imagination does the same!
May 25th - No RE - Multigenerational service
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Vesak, A Buddhist Holiday
On Sunday, May 18th, 2025, from 3-5 p.m., our friends at Allegheny UU in Pittsburgh's north side will be hosting Buddhist groups from various sects and traditions.
Each group will present some wisdom, meditation, singing, or chanting. At the end we will march to the river and pour blessed water into the Allegheny river as a symbol of unity for world peace. Jesse Lehmier plans to attend, and may be participating in the blessing chant.
More details on the event can be found here: https://www.pittsburghbuddhist.org/2025-vesak.html
It is a free event and open to the public.
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Joys and Sorrows
A Joy and Sorrow from Becca Hovermale & Chris Bailey: Our son, Sam, will be shipping out in 8 days, as he secured a cyber security position with the United States Army. We are extremely proud of him and the young man he has become. He will be in our hearts as he takes on this next chapter of life.
A concern from Midge Miles: My husband David is in the hospital again with another blood infection while they identify the bacteria and determine the best antibiotic treatment.
Note: When you want to share a joy or sorrow submit it electronically by clicking here by Saturday. Alternatively, you may can fill out a card as you enter the sanctuary on Sunday.
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Thank you to Bellwood for the Art Show
The Bellwood teachers and staff worked so hard to transform our church into an amazing kids art show. It was an absolute joy to see all the work that was done through the year by the Bellwood kids. Especially poignant was the display in memorial of UUCNH member Alex Saksen.
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Help Wanted for Saturday May 31st
The installation team is looking for assistance with set up for Rev Lee Anne's Installation. We will be removing the chairs from the west room and setting up tables. Meet at church at 1pm. If you are able to assist, please contact Office@UUCNH.org it would be greatly appreciated.
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Rev. Lee Anne's Installation
Please let us know you are coming!
An installation of a minister is a sacred ritual. It is a statement of commitment from both the minister and the congregation. This is an occasion to be celebrated.
On June 1st, we will be installing Rev. Lee Anne as our settled minister. There will be a service followed by a tea party with finger sandwiches and scones. Our annual meeting will follow the party.
Please assist the planning team by clicking here to let us know that you will be coming.
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Share your wisdom with our bridging youth
Rev. Lee Anne and I would like to start a new tradition here at UUCNH. Our beloved congregation has so much experience and wisdom to share. Each year that we have youth bridging into adulthood, we hope that you will share those pearls at pearlsofwisdom@uucnh.org.
This year, please send your pearls of wisdom by June 1st and I will compile them into a small booklet for Gavin Connor. In years to come we will ask for your pearls in advance so that the booklet can be presented at the bridging ceremony.
In faith,
Robyn
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UUCNH Weekly Connection
Zoom with UUCNH Friends
This drop-in connection will be held every Tuesday at 3:30-4:30pm and will be led by Michael Horwitz. Contact michaelhorwitz@uucnh.org for zoom details.
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All are Invited to Leadership Council on May 17- Tomorrow!
Join us at the May 17 Leadership Council meeting, 9:30 - 11:30 in the Sanctuary/West Room. Representatives from committees, Teams and the Board will discuss their latest activities. And to help support our hard-working church leaders, the leadership development training topic will be Self-Care for Leaders. Everyone is welcome and of course there will be snacks. Send questions to LDT@uucnh.org.
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Board Meeting
The Board of Trustees will be meeting Tuesday May 20th, at 7:00PM. Meetings are open to all UUCNH members and we welcome your participation. 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. The agenda for this meeting can be found here.
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Congregational Meeting Reminder
Please save the date for our Annual congregational meeting that will be held on June 1st after Rev. Lee Anne's installation and party. An agenda will be provided soon.
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Current Share the Plate Recipient
UUJUSTICEPA
UUJusticePA's mission is pursuing justice by voting, advocating and making just public policies. Their vision statement is Pennsylvania UU's are aware of justice issue and are called to speak and take action that leads to a better Commonwealth. Visit uujusticepa.net for more information.
Please place cash or check in the blue envelopes available from the ushers to designate it for share the plate.
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On May 10, we hosted a speaker from Fair Districts PA. Doug Webster (from FDPA) did a great job explaining what gerrymandering is, why it is bad for voters, and how we will change it. Forty-nine folks enjoyed our hospitality and will help us in the fight. We’ve already heard of one request to duplicate our event! Many thanks to the Systemic Change Team, Don Nelson, Lee Gable, Joyce Kepner and Rev. Lee Anne. If you missed the event Don has posted the video here.
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Join us on Wed. May 21,2025 for the second-annual caregiving event designed to educate, support, and revitalize family caregivers within our community.
Our 2025 keynote speaker is Sarah Stephens Winnay co-founder of ARCHANGELS a public benefit corporation, is a national movement and a platform that is reframing how caregivers are seen, honored, and supported using a combination of data and stories, through public and private partnerships.
Learn more and register at Vincentian Presents:
Care for Family Caregivers 2025
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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.
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Buy a Grocery Card
UUCNH benefits when you buy Giant Eagle and/or Kuhn’s Gift Cards at no extra expense to you! Both stores donate $5 to UUCNH for every $100 of gift card value sold. Grocery cards are sold by the ushers in Friendship Hall after the Sunday service.
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Support Fair Trade
Fair Trade Equal Exchange Coffee, Tea, and Chocolates are always available to purchase from their usual display in Friendship Hall.
Mother Earth and small-scale farmers benefit when you buy Fair Trade Equal Exchange products.
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Minister's Schedule
Rev, Lee Anne's Work Week: Tuesday – Sunday
Tuesday-Friday: 10 - 6 and Evenings
Saturday: (variable)/Sunday: 8:30 - 2:30
email minister@uucnh.org
Office Administrator's Schedule
Robyn's Work Week: Monday-Friday
Monday: (variable/work from home)
Tuesday - Friday (9-5)
email office@uucnh.org
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