What’s Happening at East Liberty Presbyterian Church,
the “Cathedral of Hope”
September 8, 2011
God of mercy, in the tragic days a decade ago, our confident faith that you were with us enabled us to go on. We give you thanks for the ways in which you comforted us in those grim days through a deepened sense of community.
Spotlight
Rally Day is Sunday!
Our regular worship schedule and full array of Church School classes resume this Sunday, September 11. Please join us at 9:30 for a simple breakfast on the second floor before Christian Education classes begin at 9:45. View the Rally Day 2011 Newsletter for details. Our 11:00 music this Sunday will include a commemoration of the 9/11 anniversary and will feature special music. In addition to our resident musicians, we will have a brass quartet and timpani / percussion joining us.
 September 11 peace & interfaith services
On the 10th anniversary of 9/11, please join us Sunday afternoon for two special events:
- ELPC is hosting an afternoon peace service, “An Afternoon for Peace: Remembering 9/11,” open from 12:30 to 4:30. Read more.
- Rev. Bush will be a featured speaker at the 9/11 remembrance service, “Memory & Hope: An Interfaith Remembrance of 9-11,” held at the Rodef Shalom synagogue. Bush will be preaching the sermon titled “Prisoners of Hope.” Read the press release
Worship services, Sunday September 11, 2011
Christian Education, Sunday, September 11, 9:45 am:
Complete details on this week and upcoming adult Christian Ed classes are on the CE page of our website.
- Contemporaries, “Positive Conditions of the Heart,” with Joe Kennedy. Second floor parlor.
- Journey with Scripture, with Jan Irvin. Exodus 14:19–31; Psalm 114; Romans 14:1–12; Matthew 18:21–35. Second floor library.
- Parenting Circle, with Pam Walaski and Andrea DeVries: Book discussion begins on Ten Talks Parents Must Have with their Children about Sex and Character. First floor, Harambe Room.
- Seekers: We will review the Seekers schedule for 2011-2012, and catch up on what’s been happening in our lives over the summer. Room 234.
- Soul Food: Welcome back, with Anne Jackson. (Discussions using Spiritual Classics begin 9/18).
Worship and prayer opportunities during the week
News and events
September 18 is the Church Picnic!
 Join us September 18th after the 11am worship service for our annual church picnic. Seating will be available in the Social Hall as well as in the Courtyard. The Christian Education Ministry Team will provide fried chicken and hot dogs, and the Stewardship Committee will provide a special dessert in celebration of our congregation’s generous giving this year. Everyone is asked to bring a side dish to share. Read more details
 Weekly announcements
Read an early draft of our Sunday announcements for more information on events, classes, volunteer opportunities, and other happenings this week at ELPC. For questions, contact Norma Meyer, (412) 441-3800 x11.
September 2011 Sermon Theme
During the month of September, Rev. Bush will be preaching on the theme of “Radical Hospitality,” using scripture texts from the book of Matthew, chapter 9. If you missed the 9/4 sermon, you can read it online.  Connections Dinners
A new season of Connection Dinners starts this fall! Want to have fun and get to know your fellow church members better? Contact Gil Hickman or Paul Outon. Read more
In our community
East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Food Pantry
The EECM Food Pantry provides food for individuals and families facing hunger in Pittsburgh. September’s “Food of the Month” is macaroni and cheese.
East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Men’s Shelter
During the month of September, the Deacons are continuing to collect deodorant, shampoo, and men’s socks for EECM’s Men’s Shelter. Donations may be left in the hallway baskets. Thank you for your support! |
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