Sunday services and classes

October 18 Worship Services

• 8:00 am: Good Samaritan Worship; The Rev. Clifton A. Anthony preaching, Assistant Minister, New Bethlehem Baptist Church.
• 8:45 am: Journey Worship; the Rev. Heather T. Schoenewolf preaching.
• 11:00 am: Sanctuary Worship; the Rev. Dr. Randall K. Bush preaching: "Downward Mobility."
• 6:00pm: Holy Ground Service; the Rev. Tami Hooker preaching.

October 18 Christian Education

• Contemporaries: "Pulpit Momentum!" Insights and discussions on Rev Bush's sermon, "Wrestling with Faith." Second floor parlor. Read the sermon (pdf). Hear the sermon (mp3).
• Journey with Scripture: Job 38:1-7 (34-41); Ps 104:1-9, 24, 35c; Heb 5:1-10; Mark 10:35-45.
• Parenting Circle: Join us on the 18th and 25th for a two-week series, “Unplug the Christmas Machine,” led by guest facilitator Sue Schneider. All are welcome—these sessions are not parenting-specific.
• Seekers: Join us on the 18th and 25th for a two-week series, “The Bible Concept of Jubilee”—a theme of social justice that can be traced throughout the Old Testament to the ministry of Jesus. We will explore the jubilee texts of scripture and their applications to our lives today.

Additional worship, classes, and prayer opportunities during the week

• Taizé prayer service: Every Wednesday, 7:00 pm in the Chapel. Childcare available from 6:45 pm to 8:15 pm. October 14 Taizé service followed by Sacred Harp / Shape Note singing.
• Labyrinth Prayer Walk: Mondays, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Wednesdays, 10:00 am - 9:00 pm.
• Centering Prayer: Tuesdays, 7:00 pm, room 250.
• Wednesday Connections for Adults: Join us Wednesdays from 5:00 - 5:45 for Bible study with the Revs. Bush and Schoenewolf.

Youth and young adults

• Wednesday Connections: Our Wednesday Connection program starts at 3:30 and includes free Hope Academy classes, snacks from Whole Foods, homework help, a simple supper for families in the McKelvey Room, and more. View the webpage for the complete schedule.
• Young Adults: Join us on Saturday October 17th at 1:00 for a "workday." We'll be building our custom-made recycling centers for each of the kitchenettes as well as placing our new recycling bins around the church. No previous experience needed. Contact the Rev. Brian Diebold for more information.

ELPC weekly news highlights

Yay, it's this weekend!
The Board of Deacons is offering a bake sale this Sunday during fellowship time in the McKelvey Room. Proceeds will benefit the Deacons' Thanksgiving Basket Project. Stop by, enjoy homemade treats, and support a great cause!

Congratulations to the Rev. Brian Diebold
Congratulations to Brian Diebold on his recent ordination! Brian served as an intern at ELPC during his senior year at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, where he graduated with distinction in 2008. We’ve been blessed that Brian has continued his ministry here through part-time work with our ELPC youth and young adults. Brian has been called to serve as the Designated Pastor of Verona United Presbyterian Church. Since his new position is part-time, he will continue to lead our Young Adult ministries and help on Wednesday evenings with club one sixteen. We rejoice that God has called Brian to pastoral ministry here in Pittsburgh Presbytery! Please keep Brian and his wife Kim in your prayers.

Community development updates
The Neighbors Committee is sponsoring a meeting to review community development in the East Liberty neighborhood with speakers from ELDI, URA and the Carnegie Public Library. Sunday, October 18, right after the 11:00 worship service at 12:30 pm. Room 234.

ELPC has a new website
East Liberty Presbyterian Church is pleased to announce that it has launched its newly designed website: http://www.cathedralofhope.org/. Some of its new features include a new calendar, click-to-play sermon audio, a more descriptive Christian Education section, links to YouTube videos (Find out how come the organ has so many keys!) and more.

Oktoberfest is coming! Saturday October 24
Mark your calendars! Christian Ed invites you to our annual Oktoberfest. Join us for a potluck supper and activities for all ages: pumpkin painting, hat making, and more. Spaghetti is provided; please bring a side dish or dessert to share. RSVP to Gloria Knopp, (412) 441-3800 x22.

Fall exercise classes
A healthy body can help support a healthy spiritual life. Give yourself a gift that keeps on giving! Come to our low-cost / no-cost exercise classes: Yoga, every Thursday from 7:15 - 8:45 pm through November 19. Zumba, every Thursday 6:00 - 7:00 pm, through November 19. Tai-Chi, every Tuesday morning 10:00 - 11:00 am and 6:00 - 7:00 pm, through November 17. RSVP and questions to Amanda Nolan, (412) 441-3800 x34.

ELPC in the Community

East End Cooperative Ministries Men's Shelter
During the month of October, the Deacons are collecting socks for the EECM'S Men's Shelter. Donations may be left in the hallway baskets. Thank you for your support!

For Chapel Area High School Music Department Concert
Join us on Sunday October 18 at 3:30 pm for a concert in the sanctuary! The combined choirs and orchestras of Fox Chapel Area High School will present their 15th annual "Major Works Concert." Tickets are $12 at the door. For more information, please call (412) 967-2472.

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