Sunday Service

November 10th, 2024

10:30 am (EDT)

This Too Shall Pass, a Lesson of Aging

Rev Lee Anne Washington

Live long enough and the wisdom of the saying, “this too shall pass” becomes apparent. Sometimes considered a blessing and sometimes a curse, the concept of impermanence is spread throughout religious and philosophical traditions. Join us on Sunday as Rev. Lee Anne explores this pithy saying, its origin, and its various expressions.

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

Special Vespers Service (Election Results)

We are facing the most important election of our time. Many of us have put our hearts and souls into getting out the vote and into educating voters about the issues being determined by this election. Regardless of the results, emotions will be high and concerns will persist.

With the expectation that we will know the election results by Friday, you are invited to a special vespers service to be held on Friday, November 8th at 7pm at UUCNH. This will be an opportunity to share your feelings about the election and your hopes for the future.

If you feel so inclined, your comfort food is welcome.

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

Comforting Message and Resiliency Resources
Children's Religious Education Class Schedule
Leadership Council meeting
November 10th - Not your Usual Coffee Hour
Dinner and Game night
UUCNH Hosts The Annual Assembly of The UU's Of Greater Pittsburgh
Jesus Discussion Group
Save the date - Craft Sale
UUCNH Weekly Connection
Opportunities for Connection
Announcing a sorrow
Joys and Sorrows

Comforting Messages and Resiliency Resources

Please click on the image to view the comforting messages and resiliency resources that were sent post election day.

Children's Religious Education Class Schedule

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

November 10th - 17th (Theme is Repair) Understanding the many tools we have available to heal each other and our world.

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

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

You're invited to the Leadership Council on November 9

You’re Invited to Leadership Council on November 9

Join us at the November 9 Leadership Council meeting, 9:30 - 11:30 in Friendship Hall. Committee and Team leaders will provide updates on their exciting work, share resources and work together to prepare for the next day’s Committee/Team Fair. Everyone is welcome and there will be snacks.

November 10th - Not Your Usual Coffee Hour

Friendship Hall will be filled with representatives of our many teams and committees during coffee hour. Grab some ice cream and visit the tables to find your favorite toppings!

Joining committees and teams is one of the best ways to build relationships and bond with the community. It’s also a generous way to support the church with your time and talents.

See you at the committee fair!

Dinner's and Game night Hosted by the CYFD Team

Make sure you make it to Families Night!

Dinner's on us!

WHO: The entire congregation! From our youngest to our oldest!

When: Friday, November 15th 5:30-7:30pm

Where: Friendship Hall

What will happen: Games and dinner on us. Just show up and enjoy! This is a pot-luck optional event, so feel free to bring something, but only if you really want to!

Please RSVP: Please respond to this email to let us know if you can make it. We hope to see you there!

Contact cyfdteam@uucnh.org with any questions. Thanks!

UUCNH Hosts Annual Assembly of the UU's of Greater Pittsburgh

You are invited to the Annual Assembly of the UUs of Greater Pittsburgh being held at UUCNH on Saturday, November 16^th from 9am to 3 pm.

Join fellow Unitarian Universalists for a day of camaraderie, connection, and collaboration.

The theme this year is Promoting Peacemaking in our World.

Follow this link to learn more information and register.

We are also looking for volunteers to help us serve dinner Thursday the 14^th for the choir rehearsal and a light breakfast and lunch on the 16^th. Your help is appreciated in making us shine as the host site! A sign up sheet is posted here.

If you have any questions or want to contact me directly to volunteer, I can be reached at jodyclark@uucnh.org

Jesus Discussion Group

3rd Sunday of November, the 17th, from noon to 1:15 PM on Zoom and at church (upstairs, follow the yellow signs). What are the pictures [plural!] the gospels paint about Jesus? We’ll begin the story 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

Save the Dates - Craft Sale

This year the Craft Group will be holding their annual Holiday Sale at the Church on two different Sundays–November 24 & December 8th and a bonus Monday Dec. 9! Each sale will be held in Friendship Hall and the East Room, so be sure to come and purchase some great hand-crafted items, baked goods, ready to go gifts for anyone on your holiday list or even a little something for yourself. (Check or Cash only, please!). Then feel good knowing that your purchase will fund projects that help to improve our Church. See you there!

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. Click the link below to join the Zoom meeting. Contact Michael Horwitz michaelhorwitz@uucnh.org for zoom details

Opportunities for Connection

click on the image below to view opportunities

Announcing a sorrow- Alex Saksen's death

Dear Ones,

It is with deep sorrow that I inform you of the death of your dear friend and former member, Alex Saksen. He is survived by his former wife and dear friend Ellen McDevitt and his children, Rory Thomas and Flynn Elizabeth.

Alex was very active at UUCNH for 10 years. Among other things, he served as the president of the board of trustees and as the chair of one of our ministerial search committees.

A celebration of his life will be held at 1 pm on Monday, November 11, 2024 at Sperling Funeral and Cremation Care, 700 Blazier Dr, Wexford, PA 15090

His obituary may be accessed here as a link or at Sperling's website.

You have my condolences on your loss,

Rev. Lee Anne

Joys And Sorrows

There were no joys or sorrow read from the pulpit on 11/03.

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