News from East Liberty Presbyterian Church
Fourth week of Easter, April 28, 2010
Take away our sin. Quiet our restless hearts. Restore our souls. Fill us with goodness and mercy.
Spotlight
Special worship schedule for May 2, Pittsburgh Marathon
Due to the street closings for the Pittsburgh Marathon, we will have a different worship schedule this Sunday, May 2. Good Samaritan is at its regular time. The Journey and Sanctuary worship services are rescheduled to a special afternoon time, 4:00 pm. This family-friendly service will include music and worship leadership from both services, and will have something for all the senses. Please join us.
with Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
- Contemporaries, Journey with Scripture, Parenting Circle, Seekers, Soul Food: All Christian Ed classes are canceled on May 2 due to street closures for the Pittsburgh Marathon. Classes will resume at their regular time (9:45) on Sunday, May 9.
Additional worship and prayer opportunities during the week
 Taizé prayer service: Every Wednesday, 7:00 pm in the Chapel. Join us for a simple supper at 6:00 pm. Childcare available from 6:45 pm to 8:15 pm. April 28 Taizé service will be followed at 8:15 with Celebrations! Do you celebrate a birthday, milestone or anniversary in April? Write it down and put it in the collection plate; we’d like to celebrate with you!- Labyrinth Prayer Walk: Wednesday April 28, 10:00 am - 9:00 pm; Monday, May 3, 10 am - 3pm. In the Social Hall.
- Centering Prayer: Tuesday, May 4, 7:00 pm. Room 250.
Youth and Young Adults
- Club One Sixteen, April 28: Join us from 3:30 to 5:00 for homework and open gym, 5:00 - 5:30 for a simple supper, and 5:30 - 7:00 for bible study.
- Youth basketball: For young men, grades 9–12; Saturday evening May 1, from 6 - 8 pm. In the gym.
- Spring Young Adult Series, “The Easter Experience,” will not be held tonight, April 28, and will resume with part 3 next Wednesday, May 5.
ELPC weekly news highlights
May Reaching Out available on website
The May “Reaching Out” newsletter is now available on our website, including Rev. Bush’s pastoral message: “Consider the calendars and celebrations of your own life... not as dates to be commemorated but times to reflect on the God who is active in all places, nations, and relationships. As you awaken each day in May, begin by affirming ‘This is the day the Lord has made; I will rejoice and be glad in it.’” Read more.
Presbyterian Women Horizons Bible Study, Wednesday May 4, 10 am
 Join us as the Rev. Heather Schoenewolf leads our lesson, The Challenge of God’s Covenant (Joshua 23:14-24:28). A potluck lunch follows; please bring a salad or snack to share and a place setting. Beverages and soup are provided. Call Mary Alice Lightle, (412) 682-1504 for details. In the second floor parlor.
EECM “Off to College” 2010
The Neighbors Committee will be displaying a Giving Tree for the East End Cooperative Ministry’s Off To College donation drive on Sunday, May 16 and Sunday, May 23. The donations help support high school seniors who are college-bound with needed school supplies, linens, and more. You can select a tag off of the tree with the requested items before and after the 11:00 AM service each Sunday, then bring your item to the church by June 6. For more information, contact Gary Sadler, (412) 661-7935 or by email.
New recycling bins!
ELPC Young Adults celebrated Earth Day by introducing new recycling bins throughout the church. The special recycling stations in the kitchenettes have two slots, one for recyclables and the other for all other trash. Thanks to all the young adults who worked so hard to put this together, and to all who donated through our fundraiser! Happy Earth Day!
Housing ministry opportunities with Open Hand, May 1
Please join our Housing Ministry on Saturday May 1 as we work with Open  Hand Ministries to continue work on a Garfield home, and to work in the Garfield Community Garden. RSVP to Emily Rosenthal (412) 963-0139 or The Rev. Patrice Fowler-Searcy, (412) 441-3800 x30.
Bake sale coming up, May 9
 ELPC’s Landscape Team is hosting a bake sale support the cost of flowers and other
landscape items to be used during the upcoming planting season. Please plan to join us in the McKelvy Room for this special time of fellowship before and after the 11 am worship service on Sunday, May 9. Members of the Landscape Team will also be on hand to answer questions and sign up volunteer for our Spring 2010 Planting Day on Saturday, May 22.
ELPC in the Community
Pittsburgh Presbytery sponsors “What’s new in Malawi?” Friday April 30
Find out what’s new in Malawi from Rev. Janet Guyer, PC(USA)’s Regional AIDS Consultant for Southern Africa. Talk is followed by an auction and sing-a-long. 7:00 pm in the Patrick Room of the Pittsburgh Presbytery.
East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Food Pantry
The EECM Food Pantry provides food for individuals and families facing hunger in Pittsburgh. May’s “Food of the Month” is soup.
East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Men’s Shelter
During the month of May, the Deacons are collecting razors and skin lotion for EECM’s Men’s Shelter. Donations may be left in the hallway baskets. Thank you for your support! |
