This week at East Liberty Presbyterian Church,
the “Cathedral of Hope”
November 17, 2010
The God of new beginnings begins with us here in this place.
Highlight
Interfaith Thanksgiving Service, Nov 23 Note new time 7:30 pm
 ELPC hosts the 35th Annual Community Interfaith Thanksgiving Service, bringing together the Protestant, Catholic, Jewish, and Islamic communities. Bob Nelkin, head of the United Way, will be our guest speaker. Come give thanks to God for the blessings generously provided to people of all faiths. Please bring a canned good or other non-perishable item to this family-friendly service, as a way to support the East End Cooperative Ministry food pantry.
 8:00 am: Good Samaritan Worship; The Rev. Tami Hooker preaching, Facility Chaplaincy Program Director at SCI Pittsburgh.- 8:45 am: Journey Worship; the Rev. Patrice Fowler-Searcy preaching.
- 11:00 am: Sanctuary Worship; the Rev. Heather T. Schoenewolf preaching: “Jesus Is...” (A live translation from English to Spanish will be available via headset receivers.)
- 6:00 pm: Holy Ground with the Rev. J. Howard Cherry. In the chapel.
These and other ELPC classes & events are listed on our website calendar. Click here to view the monthly calendar. Or, view just the details on this week’s classes.
- Contemporaries and Seekers, combined: “From Sri Lanka to Bolivia,” with Chenoa Stock. Second floor parlor.
- Journey with Scripture: Jer. 23:1–6; Luke 1:68–79; Ps. 46; Col. 1:11-20; Luke 23:33–43, with Jan Irvin. Second floor library.
- Parenting Circle: “Thanksgiving Meditations,” with Frances Irvin and Yamuna. First floor, Harambe Room.
- Seekers and Contemporaries, combined: “From Sri Lanka to Bolivia,” with Chenoa Stock. Second floor parlor.
- Soul Food: Joyce Rupp’s Fresh Bread, with Joe Hajdu. Second floor, Pastor’s conference room.
Additional worship and prayer opportunities during the week
 Taizé prayer service: Every Wednesday, 7:00 pm in the Chapel. November 17 service followed by “Sacred Harp/Shape Note Singing,” with Charles Anderson. Childcare available from 6:45 to 8:15.- Labyrinth prayer walk: Wednesday, November 17, 9:00 am - 9:00 pm and on Monday, November 22, 9:00 am to 1:30 pm. In the Social Hall.
- Centering prayer: Tuesday, November 23, 7:00 pm. Room 250.
News and highlights
Thank Offering, November 21
The Presbyterian Women will receive the “Thank Offering” during the 11:00 service. Read more
 Honoring ELPC’s 50-year Members, on November 21
Among the anniversaries worth celebrating each year are the
anniversaries of membership at ELPC. In 2010, two members
will have joined exactly 50 years earlier—Susan Gilmore and Pat
Porter. We will acknowledge these members for being a part of the church’s life and ministry for half a century during the 11:00 worship on November 21.
Thanksgiving luncheon Nov 21, after the 11:00 service
 Join us for a turkey dinner with all the trimmings! A $5 free will offering is appreciated. Congregation members are asked to bring a side dish or dessert to share. It’s not too late to help out--are you available to help setup, serving, and/or clean-up? Please contact Wil Forrest, (412) 441-3800 x14.
Shopping Night!  Nov 23, 6 to 8 pm
The Board of Deacons is sponsoring a shopping night at Ten Thousand Villages on Tuesday, November 23 from 6 - 8 pm. A percentage of all sales will benefit ELPC hunger programs.
Volunteers in Ministry (VIM) opportunities
Each week we feature open opportunities where we need your hands, especially with the upcoming Thanksgiving dinner. Read more about this week’s volunteer opportunities
 Jail caroling clearances due by November 30
Share a message of hope, prayers, cookies and songs with inmates at the Allegheny County Jail on December 18. Clearances required by November 30; contact Mary Alice Lightle, (412) 682-1504.
Community News
East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Food Pantry
The EECM Food Pantry provides food for individuals and families facing hunger in Pittsburgh. November’s “Food of the Month” is instant mashed potatoes.
East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Men’s Shelter
During the month of November, the Deacons continue to collect XL men’s underwear, tee-shirts, 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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