News from East Liberty Presbyterian Church
June 30, 2010
Living God, we desire to hear your voice within us, offering its promise to be with us always.
with Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
 8:00 am: Good Samaritan Worship; the Rev. Saleem Ghubril preaching, Presbyterian minister and Executive Director of Pittsburgh Promise. - 10:00 am: Courtyard Worship; the Rev. Heather T. Schoenewolf preaching.
- No classes on July 4. “Landscapes of Faith”
will return on July 11.
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 30 Taizé service will be followed at 8:15 by “Celebrations!” Did you celebrate a birthday, milestone or anniversary in June? Write it down and put it in the Taizé collection plate so we can celebrate with you.
- Labyrinth prayer walk: Wednesday, June 30, 9:00 am - 9:00 pm. No labyrinth on Monday July 5 due to holiday closure. In the Social Hall.
- Centering prayer: Tuesday, July 6, 7:00 pm. Room 250.
Young adults
A new weekly young adult summer series begins this week:  Have you ever wondered why humans in all places and times have yearned for beauty, truth, spirituality, and justice? What does that have to tell us about our Christian faith? Together we'll be looking at these questions and more as we meet to watch and discuss the DVD-based study of Bishop N.T. Wright’s book Simply Christian: Why Christianity Makes Sense. All those in their 20’s and 30’s are invited to come join us on Wednesdays from June 23 to August 25 (except for July 21) at 8 pm in Room 234. Contact
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Valley View Food Pantry, July 3, 8 am to Noon
Two youth are needed to serve from 8 am–12 pm, on the first Saturday of each
month at the Valley View Food Pantry. We will be packing food boxes or assisting
persons to carry food boxes to their cars. A member of the Poverty Committee
will pick up ELPC youth at 7:45 am on these days. Please contact Pastor Heather, (412) 441-3800, x21.
ELPC weekly news highlights
 Courtyard worship begins this Sunday
This Sunday we will move outside to our beautiful courtyard for our 10:00 am worship service (weather permitting). This allows us to gather in a wonderful space and enjoy the beauty of God’s creation, as we sing and offer praise to the Lord. Come early and get a good seat! And, like last year, the service will be projected on the screen in the Third Floor Music Room (near the elevator).
July Reaching Out updates
Note updates for the July “Reaching Out” newsletter: The labyrinth hours on Mondays are now 9:00 am to 1:30 pm. The Holy Ground service will be held on July 18, guest speaker is Father William Kiel.
July Reaching Out available on website
 The July “Reaching Out” newsletter is now available on our website, including Rev. Bush’s pastoral message; this month, writing about the recent death of his father: “To whatever extent we can live up to his example, we too will have left a legacy that will be hard to put into words—one that will cause others to say ‘I’ll miss him’ when we’re gone. For that, we have my dad to thank..” Read more.
Mark your calendars! Tour of ELPC, July 14
 On Wednesday, July 14, at approximately 8:15 pm, join us in the Narthex (foyer on the Penn Ave side of the church). From here we will begin our tour with Marti Moore and learn more about the history and architecture of our church. ELPC was built in the style of the Gothic cathedrals of Europe. This style emerged in the twelfth century, mainly under the influence of the Cistercian Order and Abbot Suger of St. Denis, Paris. The Gothic style is characterized by the use of pointed arches, the emphasis on light mediated through colored stained glass, and the cruciform floor plan. For more information, view the church’s webpage on its architecture and history.
Julia Cahill featured on Pittsburgh Promise
 Our speaker for the Samaritan service this Sunday is the Rev. Saleem Ghubril, who is executive director of The Pittsburgh Promise. Our own Julia Cahill, who makes the nursery so welcoming and fun for our little ones, is featured as one of the Promise’s scholars, in a great profile on The Pittsburgh Promise’s website. Julia’s hard work and dedication to fulfilling her dreams is an inspiration.
Housing mission opportunity, July 3
Join us for fellowship and service as we put the finishing touches on the Fairmount Ave house, and continue work in the Garfield Community Farm on Saturday, July 3. No special skills are needed and all ages are welcome. Work morning or afternoon. We always have a fun time and can find an appropriate activity for you and your family. For more details, contact Emily Rosenthal (412) 963-0139 or the Rev. Patrice Fowler-Searcy (412) 441-3800 x30.
Help the landscaping team, July 10, 9am - Noon
On Saturday, July 10, the Landscaping Team will finish trimming the shrubs surrounding the church, weeding and edging. We would appreciate any amount of help you could give! If you could bring any tools that day (electric trimmers, pruners, rakes, weeding tools), it would be a huge help. Please call Chuck Lukehart for details, (412) 782-6447.
Medicines for Haiti
Functional Literacy Ministry of Haiti is asking our congregation to collect infant pain reliever drops, infant vitamin drops, and adult pain relievers. Please leave your donations in the Haiti box in the church office. Thank you!
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. July’s “Food of the Month” is peanut butter.
East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Men’s Shelter
During the month of June, the Deacons are collecting toothbrushes and toothpaste for EECM’s Men’s Shelter. Donations may be left in the hallway baskets. Thank you for your support! |