News from East Liberty Presbyterian Church
June 16, 2010
We pray that we may be surrounded by God’s mercy, inspired by God’s spirit, and open to the joy of God’presence.
Spotlight
Vacation Church School (VCS), June 28 - July 2
 Children age 3 1/2 (potty trained) through Grade 5 are invited to this summer’s free VCS, “Meet God on the Mountain.” Download the registration form. Can you help by volunteering? Download the volunteer form. Can you help by donating items to help cover the costs? Please take a tag from the bulletin board at the bottom of the main stairwell and purchase the items listed on the tag, and bring your items to church by this Sunday, June 20. Questions? Call Gloria Knopp, (412) 441-3800 x22.
- Contemporaries, special time 9:15 - 9:50.
 Join us for a special adult summer series, “Landscapes of Faith.”
Childcare available. June 20: “Towers and Power,” (Genesis 11:1-9; Judges 9; Matthew 21:33-46). Towers are a powerful symbol of both human achievement and human frailty. Led by Joe Kennedy. Second floor parlor.
- Journey with Scripture, Parenting Circle, and Seekers are on break until the fall. Regular Christian Education classes for adults, youth, and children will resume on Rally Day, September 12.
Additional worship 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. June 16 Taizé service will be followed at 8:15 by shape note/sacred harp singing, led by Charles Anderson Enjoy singing tunes in three- and four-part harmony from the oldest American song book in print. All tunes are taught one part at a time! Beginners welcome!
- Labyrinth prayer walk
 (Note new hours): Wednesday, June 16, 9:00 am - 1:30 pm. Monday, June 21, 9:00 am - 9:00 pm. In the Social Hall.
- Centering prayer: Tuesday, June 22, 7:00 pm. Room 250.
ELPC weekly news highlights
Pittsburgh PrideFest 2010 photos
On June 13, 2010, Pittsburgh held its annual PrideFest, a celebration of and for the GLBT community. It began with PrideMarch through downtown, followed by a street fair on Liberty Ave. Several folks from our congregation represented ELPC and its message of God’s abundant love. View a slideshow of photos from the event (courtesy Chris Markwell.)
Paul Jacobs organ concert at ELPC
Please join us on Thursday, June 24, 8:00 pm for a special organ concert. Professor Paul Jacobs, head of the organ program at Juilliard and a southwest PA native, will perform a concert here in the church. Members of ELPC may attend at no charge. The New York Times has called Jacobs “a brilliant organist,” and among other talents, he has performed the complete works of J. S. Bach on several occasions. Jacobs will be here next week as part of the Organ Historical Society’s annual convention, hosted this year in Pittsburgh. Join us for an evening of memorable music.
Hope Academy performances
Please join us next weekend for two exciting performances from the Hope Academy:
- Hope Academy of Music and the Arts’ 2010 Showcase Performance: Come see “Romeo and Juliet” as never before—remixed, mashed up, deconstructed and re-imagined. Fifty Hope Academy students will sing, dance and act their way through the complexities of the story and themes of one of Shakespeare’s most beloved plays. With text straight from the Bard and music from West Side Story, Spring Awakening, Radiohead, Dire Straights, The Proclaimers and more, this 400 year old play takes on a whole new life. Shakespeare scenes are directed by Tonya Lynn, with choreography by Staycee Pearl and Michael Walsh, and music direction by Anna Elder, Devin Flynt and Michael Chapman. Performances will be held Saturday, June 26 at 7pm and Sunday, June 27 at 3 pm. Tickets, $5, are available at the door.
- Staycee Pearl Dance Project: ARRAY: HAT Co. Pearl Dancers (from Hope Academy's teen theater company) perform their end of the year concert on Sunday, June 27 at 7 pm alongside teaching artist Staycee Pearl’s adult dance company (STAYCEE PEARL dance project, SPdp). Each company performs dance works created by artistic director, Staycee Pearl, SPdp artists and HAT Co/SPdc emerging artists. The two groups also perform as one in a range of inspired performances. Hope Academy student dancers include Angelina Winbush, Candace Burgess, Mimi Thomas, Dayna Rouse, and Alexandra Brown. SPdp members include Kerra Alexander, Jamie Murphy, Cassie Shafer, Renee Smith, Amanda Vavra, and Laura Warren. Staycee Pearl’s residency at Hope Academy of Music and the Arts was made possible by a grant from The Heinz Endowments. Admission to this performance is “pay what you can.”
Hygiene Kits for Disaster Victims
 Hygiene kits are one way to share in a hope-filled tomorrow. Your support truly makes a difference in the lives of children and families the world over. Through Labor Day, Presbyterian Women are collecting hygiene kits for disaster victims around the world. In June, the requested items are new hand towels (approximately 16x28”) and new washcloths. If you prefer to assemble complete kits, pick up instructions on the PW bulletin board outside the library. Please leave items or completed kits in the church office. If you wish to make a monetary gift, used for kits or shipping costs, make checks payable to “Presbyterian Women in East Liberty Presbyterian Church.”
Art show, “Pondered Pieces” by Laura Landry, last Sunday is June 20
 Our last exhibit until the fall features Laura Landry, a local artist. The exhibit will be open from June 6 through June 20. A portion of the sales benefit ELPC. For more information, please contact the Rev. Phil Jamison, (412) 462-4689. In room 234 and in the Second Floor Parlor.
ELPC in the Community
East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Food Pantry
The EECM Food Pantry provides food for individuals and families facing hunger in Pittsburgh. June’s “Food of the Month” is canned fruit.
East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Men’s Shelter
During the month of June, the Deacons are collecting soap and deodorant for EECM’s Men’s Shelter. Donations may be left in the hallway baskets. Thank you for your support! |
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