What’s Happening at East Liberty Presbyterian Church,
the “Cathedral of Hope”
May 22, 2012
The God who made us has redeemed us in the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. God’s Spirit reminds us of this promise and sustains us each day.
Spotlights
 Pentecost Sunday and Pentecost Offering, May 27
Pentecost is one of the most ancient festivals of the Christian church. The Christian Pentecost comes 50 days after Easter and is when we remember the gift of the Holy Spirit at the birth of the church. Join us as we welcome Pentecost through a special service of flames, officer ordinations, proclamation and spirit! The 2012 Pentecost Offering will also be received, with 40% supporting Valley View Presbyterian Church’s Summer Freedom Camp for community youth.
 Full of Noises! May 26 or May 27 @ 7 pm
Let Hope Academy’s HAT Co students dazzle you in the end-of-year showcase performance of The Tempest. Shakespeare's final work about the power and magic of forgiveness is adapted by Hope Academy's Teen Theater Company (HAT Co). Come see the Social Hall transformed into an island, with a witch, some tricksy spirits, a monster and a couple of drunken fools. The isle is full of noises and the sweet sounds of songs including original songs and soundscape by our musicians. These performances are FREE. Doors open at 6:45 pm each night.
Worship services, Sunday May 27
- 8:00 am: Good Samaritan: Kellie Wild delivering the message, EECM Homeless Programs Director.
- 8:45 am: Journey Worship: Rev. Patrice Fowler-Searcy preaching. Third floor music room.
- 11:00 am: Sanctuary Worship, Rev. Dr. Randall K. Bush
preaching.
Christian Education, Sunday May 27
- Contemporaries: “Liberation Theology and Its Impact Today,” part 1 of 2, with Darren Belajac, Intern, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. Second floor parlor.
- Journey with Scripture: Acts 2:1-21; Psalms 104:24-34, 35b; Romans 8:22-27; John 15:26-27, 16:4b-15. Second floor library.
- Parenting Circle: We continue our spring text, Radical: Taking Back Your Faith from the American Dream, by David Platt. “Our Church, Our Community, Our World: Being part of a family and a community that seeks social justice, Part 1,” Chapter 4, The Great Why of God; Chapter 9, Radical Experiment First floor, Harambe Room.
- Seekers: “Reflections Of A Pakistani Christian: How Life in Pakistan Shapes My Faith,” with Noel Clive. Room 234.
- Soul Food: We continue our text Spiritual Classics: “The Lord Opened unto Me,” by George Fox (pp. 127-133).
- Clase de Escuela Dominical en Español, con Joaquin Anabe Lopez. Room 217.
Worship and prayer opportunities during the week
 Labyrinth prayer walk: Note the labyrinth will not be open on Monday May 28 due to the holiday. It will be open from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm on Wednesday May 30 as usual. In the Social Hall.- Centering Prayer: Every Tuesday, 7:00pm. Second floor library.
- Wednesday evening Bible study with the Revs. Bush and Schoenewolf. Wednesday evenings through May 30. 6pm - 7pm. Second Floor Parlor.
- Taizé prayer service, Every Wednesday at 7pm. The hour-long service includes sung prayers, simple, beautiful music, a time of silence, spoken and silent prayers, and opportunity for individual prayer. In the Chapel.
News and events
Young Adult Ministry (YAM), prayers for those who are traveling
Please hold in prayer the young adult group who is traveling to Chicago and worshiping with the Taizé Pilgrimage of Trust this Friday, May 25 until May 28. The "Pilgrimage of Trust" will take place over Memorial Day weekend at DePaul University in Chicago. The plan is to come together in Taizé style for prayer, reflection, workshops and fellowship, beginning Friday May 25th, early evening and finishing Monday 28th at around noon. Read more
Holiday closure, Monday May 28
 In honor of Memorial Day, the church building will be closed on Monday May 28. Memorial Day honors the memory of the soldiers who died while serving their country, and the men and women who continue to serve. To all in our congregation whose families have borne sacrifice, we extend our thoughts and prayers. “Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord, says the Spirit. They rest from their labors, and their deeds follow them.” - Rev. 14:13.
 More happenings at East Liberty Presbyterian Church
To find out all about what’s going on at ELPC this week, see this week’s 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. May’s “Food of the Month” is rice.
East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Men’s Shelter
During the month of May, the Deacons will continue to collect men’s toothpaste, shampoo, and flip flops/shower shoes for EECM’s Men’s Shelter. Donations may be left in the hallway baskets. Thank you for your support! |