What’s Happening at East Liberty Presbyterian Church,
the “Cathedral of Hope”
Happy New Year 2012!
January 3, 2012

God of grace and truth, in Jesus Christ you came among us as light shining in darkness. Renew our hope, so that we may receive the fullness of Your grace, and live in Your truth.

Spotlight

Winter Rally Day, January 8 2012

This Sunday, we resume our regular worship and Church School schedule. We begin the New Year with a special intergenerational Church School hour together, from 9:45 - 10:45 am, in the Social Hall. In this season of new beginnings, it is fitting that we explore new beginnings in our Lectionary Texts for this Sunday: God’s creation of the universe and Jesus’ baptism in Mark’s Gospel (Gen. 1:1-5, Mark 1:4-11). Join us for an exploration of these texts through discussion, movement, prayer, drama, worship, crafts, music and more. Learners of all ages are invited to learn God’s Word by attending any of the various activity stations as an opportunity to deepen our understanding of our scripture as a community of faith. Several activity stations will be a part of our 11am worship service. There will be a light breakfast served as well. The Christian Education Committee will provide juice and fruit for the morning, and the congregation is asked to bring breakfast breads to share.

Worship services, Sunday January 8

with Celebration of the Lord’s Supper (due to the January 1 holiday weekend)

• 8:00 am: Good Samaritan Worship; Jay Poliziani delivering the message, ELPC Deacon, and Director, North Side Common Ministries.
• 8:45 am: Journey Worship; Rev. Dr. Randall K. Bush preaching.
• 11:00 am: Sanctuary Worship; Rev. Dr. Randall K. Bush preaching.

Christian Education

Complete details on adult Christian Ed classes are on the CE page of our website.

• January 8: Winter Rally Day, all ages of Christian Education classes together. Read more
• January 15: Regular CE classes resume.

Worship and prayer opportunities during the week

• Taizé prayer service: Every Wednesday, 7:00 pm in the Chapel. Join us this Wednesday, January 4, for a celebration of Epiphany with processional.
• Labyrinth prayer walk
• Centering Prayer: Every Tuesday, 7:00.

News and events

January 2012 Reaching Out

Read the January 2012 “Reaching Out,” including stories about our members, the new Bereavement Fellowship Team, new art in the church, Music Ministry Notes, plus Rev. Bush’s pastoral message: “This was to help remind themselves that God’s time takes precedence over human time, and seeking to follow Christ takes precedence over following the relentless demands of this world.” Read more

Presbyterian Women Bible Study, Tuesday January 3, 10am

Join the PW Tuesday morning as they continue their study of the Beatitudes: “Greatly Honored are those who Show Mercy,” Matthew 5:7; Luke 10:25–37. Second floor parlor at 10 am. Read more

All Young Adult Reception after 11am service on January 8

If you are out of high school, but younger than about 40, this is your time to get involved! Over the past year our Young Adult Ministry has grown in numbers and activities. All young adults are invited to join us in the Second Floor Parlor to see what is happening at ELPC for young adults. Refreshments will be served.

More happenings at East Liberty Presbyterian Church

To find out all about what’s going on at ELPC this week, see the January 1 announcements.

In our community

East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Food Pantry
The EECM Food Pantry provides food for individuals and families facing hunger in Pittsburgh. January’s “Food of the Month” is Dried Beans.

East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Men’s Shelter
During the month of January, the Deacons continue to collect men’s hats, gloves, scarves, and underwear (sizes L, XL, and XXL) for EECM’s Men’s Shelter. Donations may be left in the hallway baskets. Thank you for your support!