News from East Liberty Presbyterian Church
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
When we are speaking about truth and life and redemption, we are speaking about Christ.
Respond to the earthquake in Haiti
 Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has issued an emergency appeal for Haiti, where millions of people have been affected by a major earthquake that struck the country on Tuesday, January 12. The PDA rushed an immediate $100,000 to help provide immediate emergency relief to the affected people. You, too, can be part of God’s answer to prayer for those affected by this disaster by donating to the ongoing relief through PDA’s secure online website. (Gifts can also be made by phone at (800) 872-3283 weekdays between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. (EST) and checks can be mailed to Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, P.O. Box 643700, Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700.) You can also donate securely to the Haiti Relief through the American Red Cross’s secure website.
- Contemporaries, jointly with Journey with Scripture (second floor parlor): To live in the spirit is to read scripture with others for the sake of God and the Kingdom of God, as well as to let oneself be addressed, schooled, and transformed. January 24: Neh. 8: 1-3, 5-6, 8-10; Ps. 19; 1 Cor. 12: 12-31a; Luke 4:14-21.
- Parenting Circle (first floor, Harambe Room): We continue reading Jan Johnson’s Growing Compassionate Kids: Helping Kids See Beyond Their Backyard. Anyone interested in parenting is welcome to join us. Books available in class.
- Seekers: (room 234): Part 2 of “How Do We Treat and Feed Our Soul,” led by the Rev. Miriam Chamberlain. Are we aware of what part our soul plays in our daily lives? Inspired by the movie Cold Souls (to be released soon), we’ll explore this important part of ourselves and our faith journey. Room 234.
Additional worship, classes, and prayer opportunities during the week
 Wednesday Connections: Join the Revs. Bush and Schoenewolf in the second floor parlor for an adult bible study, discussing this week’s bible scripture: Luke 4:14-21.- Taizé prayer service: Every Wednesday, 7:00 pm in the Chapel. Childcare available from 6:45 pm to 8:15 pm. January 20 Taizé service will be followed at 8:15 with a class: Hebrew Chanting. No prior knowledge of singing, chanting, or Hebrew is necessary; led by David Goldstein.
- Labyrinth Prayer Walk: Wednesday January 20, 10:00 am - 9:00 pm, and Monday, January 25, 10 am - 3pm. In the Social Hall.
- Centering Prayer: Tuesdays, 7:00 pm. Room 250.
- Sermons online: Read a copy of Rev. Bush’s sermon from January 17, “Back Room Justice,” (John 2:1-11).
Youth and Young Adults
- Club One Sixteen, January 20: “Faith and Hope.” Come enjoy free Hope Academy classes!
- 3:30 - 4:00: Snacks and homework help.
- 4:30 - 6:00: Free Hope Academy classes for different ages.
- 6:00 - 6:30: Dinner; junior and senior high groups in ground floor suites; families in the first floor McKelvey Room.
- 6:30 - 8:00: Bible study for junior and senior high groups, ground floor suites.
- Youth Basketball: No basketball this Saturday, January 23. Resumes Jan 30.
- Young adults January coffee house: Sunday, Jan. 24, at 7 pm: Come by to chat or to say hello and enjoy some coffee, ice cream, and waffles at Oh Yeahs (232 S. Highland Ave.).
ELPC weekly news highlights
 Spirit Catchers, a watermedia art exhibit to lift our spirits in the new year: January 17-24
View over 20 spiritual paintings as Dan Siemasko exhibits “Spirit Catchers” at ELPC. Have yourself a mini-retreat! Each work has an accompanying “prompt” to inspire your reflections. Dan is a member of ELPC and the Pittsburgh Watercolors Society. Displays in the second floor parlor and room 234. Sponsored by the arts subcommittee of Worship, Music and the Arts.
for more information or to inquire about future art exhibits at the church.
Inquirers’ Class, January 24, 12:30 - 3:00
Join us for an opportunity to learn more about ELPC and Presbyterian theology. Please call Gloria Knopp to register, (412) 441-3800 x22. Lunch will be provided. Pastor’s conference room. Click the image at right to view the poster (PDF).
Knitting Group, January 21, 1-2:30 pm
Join us for fun and fellowship. The knitting group is making soft caps to go to babies and young children in Haiti.  All levels of experience, including newcomers and those who would like to learn, are welcome. Second floor parlor. Questions? Call Diane Jackson, (412) 441-6021. Next group date: Monday, February 1, 7:00 - 8:30 pm.
Travel planning meeting: Spring pilgrimage to the Holy Land, January 24
Are you interested in a 10-day Witness Visit to the Holy Land this spring? The ELPC Peace Committee in cooperation with Sabeel, the Palestinian Christian ecumenical center based in Jerusalem is planning one. To hear more about this opportunity please join us for an informational meeting led by Ron Stone on Sunday, January 24 at 12:15 pm. Room 135.
 Save the date! Mardi Gras party, February 6, 4:30
Carnival fun and frolic are coming your way! Come for dinner with our kids-friendly menu (served promptly at 5:15 pm) as well as some tasty Caribbean treats. Evening includes activities for the whole family! And what could be more Caribbean than you dressed in your most colorful outfit showing off your warm weather Caribbean island wardrobe? RSVP to Norma by Jan 27 (412) 441-3800, x11.
Save the date! “Love and All That Jazz,” February 13, benefits Hope Academy
Join us for the perfect Valentine’s Day event for people of all ages! Tickets are $5 in advance; $10 at the door. Children and youth are free, but must be accompanied by a guardian. Proceeds benefit Hope Academy.
ELPC in the Community
East End Cooperative Ministries Men’s Shelter
The Deacons are collecting bar soap and razors for EECM’s Men's Shelter. Donations may be left in the hallway baskets. Thank you for your support!
East End Cooperative Ministries Food Pantry
January’s “Food of the Month” is peanut butter |
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