What’s Happening at East Liberty Presbyterian Church,
the “Cathedral of Hope”
June 19, 2012
God’s Spirit guides us in God’s ways. Come in faithfulness, open to the surprises that Spirit brings.
Spotlights
 Church tour! Sunday, June 24, after 10 am worship service
Do you want to learn more about our Cathedral building and the ministries housed here? Do you want to explore the subbasement, discover the inner workings of the organ, and enjoy views of East Liberty from the tower? Join us as tour guides offer two tours: a short 30-minute walk on the main level, or a 90-minute, top-to-bottom tour. Please wear comfortable shoes. Flat, close-toed shoes are required in the subbasement and tower. Read more about the church’s history and architecture
Worship services, Sunday June 24
- 8:00 am: Good Samaritan: Rev. Mary Lynn Callahan preaching, Interim Spiritual Life Director at ELPC.
- 10:00 am: Sanctuary Worship, Rev. Dr. Randall K. Bush preaching: “News from Pittsburgh: Laughing With God.”
Christian Education, Sunday June 24, 9:15 - 9:50 am
- Adult Summer Series: “Greatly Honored Are the Mourners,” with Joe Kennedy. Second floor parlor.
- Our other Christian Education classes are on a summer break. Please plan to join us on September 9 for Rally Day when our regular class schedule will resume.
Worship and prayer opportunities during the week
- Centering Prayer: Every Tuesday, 7:00pm. Second floor library.
- Labyrinth prayer walk: Open 9:00 am to 1:30 pm on Mondays, and 9:00 am to 9:00 pm on Wednesdays.
In the Social Hall.
- Taizé prayer service, Every Wednesday at 7pm, in the Chapel. The hour-long service includes sung prayers, simple, beautiful music, a time of silence, spoken and silent prayers, and opportunity for individual prayer. This week (June 20), join us after the service at 8:15 for Music on the Labyrinth.
News and events
 Vacation Church School (VCS), June 25 - 29, 9am to 3pm
You can be involved in VCS even if you don't have kids! Check the bulletin boards for items that can be donated. Youth in grades 6 and up and adult volunteers will help make our week a success! We also ask for the congregation to please hold VCS and the staff and our campers next week in prayer. Read more
 Join the Chancel Choir for July 1, GA Sunday!
You are invited to sing with the Chancel Choir on Sunday, July 1 as we welcome many guests to our 10 am worship service. Rehearsals are at 7 pm on Thursdays, June 21, and 28. If interested, please email Dr. Ed (EdM@coh.net).
Be a volunteer for the GA
The PC(USA) churches of Pittsburgh will host the 220th Presbyterian General Assembly this summer from June 20 to July 7. We need many smiling faces and many capable hands to serve and to welcome Presbyterians from all around the country! To volunteer, click to The Committee on Local Arrangements website. Read more
“Off to College” donations due June 27
Support New College Students in Our Church Neighborhood! Off to College kits are for students starting college, and include many necessities of dorm life (sheets, towels, school supplies). This donation drive is an opportunity to give a meaningful gift that will serve the youth who have been a part of our community as they go off into the next stage of their lives and educations. EECM organize this drive to benefit the graduates of their Children and Youth programs who are heading off to college in the fall. The Neighbors Committee will make it very easy for you to contribute a gift toward this effort with Off to College Ivy. Please look for the college ivy on June 17. Select an item, and bring it back to the church by June 27. For more info or questions, contact Suzy Flynn, our EECM Council of Congregations representative, (412) 89704867; suzylflynn@gmail.com.
 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. June’s “Food of the Month” is Hamburger Helper.
East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Men’s Shelter
During the month of June, 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! |