What’s Happening at East Liberty Presbyterian Church,
the “Cathedral of Hope”
July 21, 2011

The root of Christian love is not the will to love, but the faith that one is loved by God.

Spotlight

Hope Academy 2011-2012
Course brochures, registration forms and scholarship applications for Hope Academy’s 2011-2012 program are available at the front desk and online. The deadline for scholarship applications is August 1, 2011. Like us on Facebook for updates, videos, photos and more.

Special Godspell music in Sunday’s 10:00 worship service
Godspell, a musical based upon the gospel according to St. Matthew, has been performed around the world. It was written here in Pittsburgh and had its off Broadway 40 years ago this spring. We’ll celebrate this remarkable piece during our worship service with featured soloists from our choir performing selections from Godspell.

Worship services, Sunday, July 24

• 8:00 am: Good Samaritan Worship; Rev. Greg Green preaching.
• 10:00 am: Summer Worship; Rev. Dr. Randall K. Bush preaching: “The Gospel in Godspell,” Matthew 12:33-37, 46-50; 13:54-58.

Adult Christian Ed, Sunday, July 24, 9:15 am

• Contemporaries: “Being Reformed: Theology for Presbyterians,” part 6 of 6. Second floor parlor.

Worship and prayer opportunities during the week

• Taizé prayer service: Every Wednesday, 7:00 pm in the Chapel. (No after-Taizé classes in July or August.)
• Labyrinth prayer walk
• Centering Prayer

News and events

What’s happening at ELPC this week?
Read our weekly announcements for details on events, classes, and more happenings this week at ELPC.

Indoor seating available for the 10:00 courtyard service
Our summer worship schedule continues, and we’re holding the 10:00 service outside in the courtyard during the months of July and August. Indoor seating is available in the Music Room (third floor), just a few steps from the elevator doors, where the service is projected live on a large screen.

In our 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 macaroni and cheese.

East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Men’s Shelter
During the month of July, the Deacons are collecting deodorant, shampoo, men’s socks for EECM’s Men’s Shelter. Donations may be left in the hallway baskets. Thank you for your support!