What’s Happening at East Liberty Presbyterian Church,
the “Cathedral of Hope”
October 31, 2012
God gathers us from all the earth and from every human need. God leads us forth and keeps our feet from stumbling.
Spotlight
First Sunday program: Prayer Beads, November 4, 12:30
Join the Spiritual Life Committee for a First Sunday sabbath experience. Did you know that the use of beads for prayer is a part of nearly all of the world’s religions? We will gather around a light lunch in Room 234 followed by a brief program on the interfaith use of beads in prayer and an opportunity to create your own prayer beads using materials provided. For details, view the Spiritual Life webpage
Worship services, Sunday November 4
with celebration of the Lord’s supper
- 8:00 am: Good Samaritan: Rev. Sheldon Sorge, Pastor to Pittsburgh Presbytery. Ground floor dining room.
- 8:45 am: Journey Worship: Rev. Heather Schoenewolf preaching. Third floor music room.
- 11:00 am: Sanctuary Worship: Rev. Dr. Randall K. Bush preaching.
Christian Education, Sunday November 4, 9:45 - 10:45
- Contemporaries: “Christ Into The 21st Century: Where We Were; Where We Are; and What Lies Ahead Led,” part one of two, with Dr. Bill Myers. In session one, we will look at the church's pattern of interaction with culture. Five patterns are clear. We will ask what these patterns mean for the church's self-understanding and its mission. Second floor parlor.
- Journey with Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18; Psalms 146; Hebrews 9:11-14; Mark 12:28-34. Second floor library.
- Parenting Circle: First floor, Harambe Room.
- Seekers: “Prison Ministry in a Changing Environment” Rev. Tami Hooker, Facility Chaplaincy Program Director of the State Institution of Pittsburgh. Room 234.
- Soul Food: We will begin discussing the second chapter You Gave Me a Wide Place: Holy Places of Our Lives. New participants are most welcome. Pastor’s Conference Room, second floor.
- Clase de Escuela Dominical en Español, con Joaquin Anabe Lopez. Room 217.
Worship and prayer opportunities during the week
- Centering Prayer: Every Tuesday, 7:00pm. Second floor library.
- Labyrinth prayer walk: Every Monday from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm, and every Wednesday from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm.
In the Sanctuary. (Note upcoming closure: no labyrinth on Monday November 12)
- 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 Wednesday, October 31, join us for Celebrations after the service.
News and events
 November Reaching Out newsletter available
The November Reaching Out is available on our website, with articles about upcoming classes and events! Rev. Bush writes: “Sometimes it is hard to be intentional about our spiritual lives. The demands of the day, especially when money is short or health is failing or depression comes upon us, can muddy our thinking so that it feels we are already doing all we can just to get by. That is why it is important to remember that conscious living is not something else we add onto our full 'to do' lists. Rather it is the foundation that makes it possible for us to get through our days with a measure of joy and inner peace.” Read more
 Daylight Savings Time ends, November 4
Daylight savings time ends at 2am on Sunday morning, November 4. Turn your clocks back one hour. Not sure what the right time is? Here’s the official U.S. time clock for the eastern part of the country, run by the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the United States Naval Observatory. PS: Don’t forget that daylight savings time is a great time to change the batteries in your home's smoke and CO2 detectors.
 Confirmation class orientation, November 4
Learn more about the confirmation process, schedule, and the meaning of Confirmation in the life of our church. This will be an opportunity to ask questions, get acquainted, and look ahead to a wonderful journey together. Youth in grades 9-10 (or older, if you haven’t already been confirmed), who want to learn about full membership at ELPC and/or deepen their faith life are invited to attend. RSVP to Gloria Knopp at (412) 441-3800 x22.
 Healthier Halloween tips
Just in time for Halloween-candy season, the Health Ministries page has some tips for kids and families... not just for some trick-or-treating sanity but also what to do once all the candy comes home. For more information, view the Health Ministries page.
 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
 EECM Winter Coat Collection through October 31
ELPC is collecting new and gently used clean coats, in all sizes, for East End Cooperative Ministries to distribute to those in need for the upcoming winter. The coats will be collected in a bin located in the ELPC front office. If you have questions, please contact Suzy Flynn, (412) 781-2994. View more information on EECM’s webpage
 East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Food Pantry
The EECM Food Pantry provides food for individuals and families facing hunger in Pittsburgh. October’s “Food of the Month” is Stuffing Mix.
East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Men’s Shelter
During the fall months, the Deacons are collecting men’s socks, men’s underwear, and deodorant for EECM’s Men’s Shelter. Donations may be left in the hallway baskets. Thank you for your support! |