Kindness Inspirations from Theo

(of Golden)

Jody Clark

Kindness is fundamental to life within our church family and in the wider world. Join us for a time of reflection on the many ways one person can demonstrate kindness and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Our discussion and reflection will be inspired by the novel Theo of Golden by Allen Levi.

Connect. Listen. Reflect. Grow.

One of the greatest gifts of our congregation is the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with one another. Covenant Groups provide a welcoming space where members and friends of UUCNH gather to share their experiences, explore life's deeper questions, and practice the art of deep listening in a spirit of trust, respect, and compassion.

Whether you're new to UUCNH or have been part of our community for many years, a Covenant Group offers an opportunity to strengthen connections, nurture your spiritual journey, and experience the richness of being in community.

We are excited to begin a new season of Covenant Groups this Fall! Because groups fill quickly, we encourage you to reserve your place as soon as possible.

➡ Fall 2026 Covenant Group Sign-Up Form

➡ Learn More About Covenant Groups

Interested in Becoming a Facilitator?

Our Covenant Groups thrive because members generously share their time and gifts. We are always looking for additional facilitators to help create welcoming spaces for conversation and connection. If you would like to learn more about facilitating—or simply explore whether it might be a good fit for you—please contact Kip Ruefle at kipruefle@uucnh.org. We'd be happy to answer your questions.

August 2nd - August 16th - Summer RE

August 23rd - Multigenerational Backpack Blessing

August 30th and September 6th - Summer RE

September 13th- Multigenerational Water Communion



Joys and Sorrows

There were no joys and sorrows shared with the congregation this week.       

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

For joys or sorrows that you don't wish to share out loud, feel free to come up and place a stone in the sand prior to the service.

Flowers for Sunday Service

To honor a special someone or for a special occasion, sign up to bring in flowers on a scheduled Sunday. 

Contact Becca Hovermale.

Join us for Bocce and Giant Jenga in Friendship Hall this Saturday August 1st 10:30am - Noon. Please bring a friend, all are welcome. No experience necessary.

Join your fellow Pittsburgh cluster UU's for a Pirates games. The Pirates will play the Royals with fire works after the game on Friday 09/18 @ 6:40pm.

Tickets are $31 Section 327; Rows M-R

Includes $5 concession credit

Reserve your tickets by August 15, 2025 by emailing joe_shaughnessy@hotmail.com. He will respond with instructions for payment.



Click on the image to read the Pittsburgh Cluster Newsletter.

Zoom with UUCNH Friends

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

Join us for 75 minutes of yoga with a focus on breath, stability, and movement on Wednesday August 5th, at 7pm in the Sanctuary.



You don’t have to have yoga experience to join us. Bring mats, bolsters, straps, blocks, and whatever props you feel are necessary. Bring some to share if you have them. 

This group meets the first and third Wednesday of each month.

Council of Three River American Indian Center

Our Share the Plate recipient for August will be the Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center (COTRAIC). This non-profit organization promotes the socio-economic development of the Native American Community and others experiencing economic difficulties in the Greater Pittsburgh Area. The Center is open to Native and Non-Native people, with programs to serve all. . For more information on COTRAIC: www.cotraic.org

We are partnering again with JFCS (Jewish Family & Community Services) to assist with providing much needed items for a refugee family.

This specific collection is for an expectant mother who is anticipating the arrival of a baby girl. We are hoping to have all items collected by Sunday, August 16, so that we can deliver everything to the family the following week.

Please visit the SignUp Genius link below, and sign up if there is an item you can donate. Monetary donations are greatly appreciated as we use those funds to purchase larger items (such as a crib) to be delivered directly to the family. Please contact Allyson Zadnik with any questions (allysonzadnik@uucnh.org). Thank you! 

WelcomeHomeProgram: Continuing Support for the Infant of a Refugee Mother

UUJUSTICEPA invites anyone who cares about a thriving democracy to join our “UU the Vote” mailing list. Subscribers will receive timely information and concrete ways to get involved, such as:

• Calling voters from home: Using your computer help grassroots partners mobilize voters. Training, scripts, and support will be provided. 
• In‑person door‑knocking: Organized face‑to‑face outreach in select neighborhoods across the state.
• Postcarding: Sending encouraging notes to voters who need a little encouragement are less accustomed to the electoral process.

Click here to join the mailing list, and we can work to ensure every eligible voter is heard.

This event begins every Friday at 8:30 to 9:30 am at the Pittsburgh Ice Building, 3000 Sidney St. Pittsburgh, PA 15203. It is hosted by Sisters of St. Joseph, Pax Christi and Casa San Jose.

This is a peaceful event. You may carry a sign, but no shouting or bull horns.

Contact systemicchange@uucnh.org to carpool from UUCNH

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.  

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.

The Pennsylvania Interfaith Impact Network is a grassroots coalition of faith congregations, organizations, and individuals committed to building power for justice in Southwestern Pennsylvania.  

By building potent relationships, training leaders, negotiating successfully, and publicly demonstrating its power, PIIN influences policy and practice to create the conditions for flourishing, just communities.

View the PIIN monthly newsletter here.

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.

Click here for NHCO volunteer Opportunities

 Jane Addams called us to “add the social function to democracy.”

• What does my conscience ask of me in community?
• What makes democracy spiritually demanding, not merely procedural?