What’s Happening at East Liberty Presbyterian Church,
the “Cathedral of Hope”
September 16, 2011
Loving Lord, help us to remember your wonderful works, trust your gracious provisions, seek out your presence, and strive side-by-side with others to serve you well.
Spotlight
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
Worship services, Sunday September 18, 2011
- 8:00 am: Good Samaritan Worship; Elder Charles Nordquist delivering the message.
- 8:45 am: Journey Worship; Rev. Patrice Fowler-Searcy preaching.
- 11:00 am: Sanctuary Worship;
 Rev. Dr. Randall K. Bush preaching: “Radical Hospitality:Two Directions at Once,” Matthew 9:18-26.
- 6:00 pm: Holy Ground, a service of prayers for wholeness and healing for the world, our neighbors, and ourselves. With Father William Kiel.
Christian Education, Sunday, September 18, 9:45 am:
Complete details on this week and upcoming adult Christian Ed classes are on the CE page of our website.
- Contemporaries, “Karl Barth’s Responses to Conflict,” with Will Scott, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. Second floor parlor.
- Journey with Scripture, with Jan Irvin. Exodus 16:2–15; Psalm 105:1–6, 37–45; Philippians 1:21–30; Matthew 20:1–16. Second floor library.
- Parenting Circle, with Pam Walaski and Andrea DeVries: Book discussion continues on Ten Talks Parents Must Have with their Children about Sex and Character. First floor, Harambe Room.
- Seekers: Israel’s Judgment (Amos 1:1–6:11), with Pat Frick. Room 234.
- Soul Food: Discussions using Spiritual Classics, with Joe Hajdu.
Worship and prayer opportunities during the week
News and events
 Weekly announcements, September 18
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.
Bible 116, adult Bible study, resumes Monday, September 19 at noon
Please join Rev. Bush and Rev. Schoenewolf for a lunchtime Bible Study on Mondays, starting September 19, from noon to 1:00 pm in the Second Floor Parlor. Bring a bag lunch and a Bible and be a part of the conversation as we explore the scriptural text that will be central to the worship service the following week. Read more
 Presbyterian Women Fall 2011 Retreat, September 24
All women are invited to deepen their prayer lives at our Fall Retreat at ELPC on Saturday, September 24. Our theme is “Praying In Many Ways,” with The Rev. Suzanne Bennett leading the retreat. Read more
 Visitors Sunday, Spiritual Life Sampler:
Sunday,
September 25
This Visitors’ Sunday theme is “Spiritual Life.” Members are encouraged to bring a guest to one of our worship services. Membership and Outreach will welcome all visitors with a small gift. Please wear your name tag, or fill one out when you arrive at church. Following the 11 am worship service, join us in the Social Hall for ELPC’s Spiritual Life Sampler and fellowship time. Learn about new small groups, workshops and classes.
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 instant mashed potatoes.
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! |