First United Methodist Church of Pittsburgh

09/01/2026

It's that time again...

See you this Sunday at 11am!

First United Methodist Church of Pittsburgh
5401 Centre Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15232

08/31/2026

Reminder: Sanctuary Worship returns this Sunday at 11am!

First United Methodist Church of Pittsburgh
5401 Centre Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15232

08/30/2026

FUMC August 30 2026

08/27/2026

For those of you who weren't able to make it out to the screening of the new Mary Oliver documentary but wanted to see it, you can check it out on YouTube! It is a deeply moving and inspirational watch, and we thoroughly enjoyed seeing and discussing it.

Official website: http://www.pbs.org/americanmasters | ...

08/24/2026

"Help Us Accept Each Other" (no. 560 in The United Methodist Hymnal) is a powerful hymn on reconciliation and forgiveness. Rooted in Romans 15:7 — "Receive one another, then, just as Christ also received you, to God's glory" — it calls us to love others "as we find them, or as they may become."

🎵 Help us accept each other
as Christ accepted us;
teach us as sister, brother,
each person to embrace.
Be present, Lord, among us,
and bring us to believe
we are ourselves accepted
and meant to love and live.

The hymn also reflects Ephesians 4:15: “But practicing the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into Christ, who is the head.”

💭 What might you consider doing in order to "grow up into Christ" through love and forgiveness this week?

08/24/2026

Wednesday, August 26 at 4pm
In the Parlor

Come together with friends and family to enjoy a screening of the new documentary on Mary Oliver "Saved by the Beauty of the World" this Wednesday. Mary Oliver's poetry has offered a profound way of seeing the beauty of creation, and has been a touchstone for many of our spiritual explorations at First Church. We hope you will join us for this fun and enriching gathering!

There will be light snacks, and please feel free to bring something to share!

08/23/2026

FUMC August 23 2026

08/19/2026

"Freely, Freely" (no. 389 in The United Methodist Hymnal) was written by Carol Owens in 1972. Inspired by Matthew 10:8 — "Freely you have received; freely give" — this beloved hymn has become a congregational favorite for its simple, singable message about grace received and grace shared.

It reminds us that the love and forgiveness we've received from God isn't meant to be kept to ourselves — it's meant to be given away.

What does this hymn mean to you? Share your memories of singing "Freely, Freely".

08/16/2026

October 4 2026
After worship
Fellowship Hall

Stay for lunch after worship on Sunday October 4 for a time of fellowship and conversation about generosity at First Church, hosted by the Generosity Team.

Suggested meal donation is $6.00 per person. This is suggested and not required. Please don’t let this keep you from attending.

Join us as we prayerfully reflect and prepare for giving in the coming year.