What’s Happening at East Liberty Presbyterian Church,
the “Cathedral of Hope”
January 22, 2012
Will you come and join the hope revealed in the light of Christ?
Spotlight
 Cathedral Concerts: Biblical Broadway! January 27, 4pm
The ELPC Chancel Choir section leaders will present an eclectic program of solo and ensemble works on Sunday, January 27 at 4 pm in the Chapel. Please invite your friends to join us for this delightful afternoon of music from this talented group of musicians! A freewill offering will be accepted. View the event poster
 Open Gym Time for Families!
Tues, Jan 29th | 2pm - 4pm
On Tuesday, January 29th, the Pittsburgh Public Schools are closed. But, the Gym and Bowling Alley at East Liberty Presbyterian Church will be open for parents and adults to bring children and youth for a time of intergenerational recreation. Staff and volunteers will be on hand but adults are expected to stay at the church and chaperon the children they bring. For more information please call Sara Hackett, (412) 441-3800 x20.
Worship services, Sunday January 27
- 8:00 am: Good Samaritan: Mr. Dave Brewton, Vice President for Advancement, Coalition for Christian Outreach, delivering the message. Ground floor dining room.
- 8:45 am: Journey Worship: Rev. Heather Schoenewolf. Third floor music room.
- 11:00 am: Sanctuary Worship: Rev. Dr. Randy Bush: “The Silent Witness,” Psalm 19.
Christian Education Adult Classes, January 27, 9:45
View the complete list of Christian Education classes for all ages
- Contemporaries: “Christianity in Aotearoa” (New Zealand), part 2 of 2, with Rev. Bush. Second floor parlor.
- Journey with Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10; Psalms 19; I Corinthians 12:12-31a; Luke 4:14-21. Second floor library.
- Seekers: “Christianity in Aotearoa” (New Zealand), part 2 of 2, with Rev. Bush. Joint class with the Contemporaries. Meets in the Second Floor Parlor.
- Soul Food: We continue our discussions on chapter 1 in Things Hidden: Scripture as Spirituality, by Richard Rohr. Special guest facilitator Tom Menk. Pastor’s Conference Room, second floor.
- Young Adults meets next on February 17 to continue their discussion of Love Wins by Rob Bell.
More worship and prayer opportunities
- Centering Prayer: Centering Prayer meets every Tuesday evenings. Join us tonight,
 January 15, 7:00pm. Second floor library.
- Labyrinth prayer walk: Come away from the hectic and busy for some quiet, prayerful moments with God: Join us Mondays from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm; or Wednesdays, 9:00 am to 9:00 pm.
- Taizé prayer service: Every Wednesday at 7pm, in the Chapel. The hour-long service includes sung, spoken, and silent prayers, beautiful music, a time of silence, and opportunity for individual prayer. Join us after the service on Wednesday, January 30, for Celebrations.
News and events
 Rev. Bush to speak at Rodef Shalom, Friday January 25, 5:30
“Vision for the East End: Faith in a Changing Neighborhood”
The Rev. Randall K. Bush will be a guest speaker at Congregation Rodef Shalom. Rev. Bush will speak at Rodef’s 5:30 pm Shabbat evening worship service, one of a series of speakers that Rodef has invited from Pittsburgh’s East End to discuss and their vision for our larger community. The service includes music, prayer, and a d’var Torah (short sermon). This service is followed by an Oneg Shabbat. Location: Rodef Shalom’s Levy Hall. View this event on Rodef Shalom’s website
 Kelley Hunt Concert February 1, benefits Hope Academy
Kelley Hunt returns for a Blues Concert to benefit Hope Academy of Music and the Arts. Join us Friday, February 1 at 8:00 pm at the Kelly Strayhorn Theater, 5941 Penn Avenue (across the street from East Liberty Presbyterian Church) This family-friendly event features singer/songwriter/piano player Kelley Hunt and her band laying down some blues-heavy R&B tunes with passion and soul. Hope Academy's HAT Co band will open! Find out more about Kelley Hunt at www.KelleyHunt.com. Cash and checks (made out to East Liberty Presbyterian Church) at the door; credit cards online, at Brown Paper Tickets. General Admission: $15 ° Students/Seniors 60+/Artists: $10 ° Friends of Hope Academy and East Liberty Presbyterian Church ° $10 with discount code ELPC/HA. Doors open at 7:30 pm. View the event poster
 February 3 “First Sunday” program, after the 11:00 service
Join us for Engaged Spirituality: Exploring the Connection Between Mission and Spirituality, with Judy Menk. What do you think of when you hear the word “spirituality?” Judy, an ELPC Elder, will guide us through an exploration of the connection between mission and spirituality, of this life-giving and self-giving, twofold journey on Sunday, Feb 3 at 12:15 pm. A light lunch will be provided. (See the Feb 3 bulletin announcements for room location.) View the Spiritual Life page for full details
 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. January’s “Food of the Month” is Rice-a-Roni.
East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Men’s Shelter
During the winter months, the Deacons are collecting warm socks, hats, scarves, and gloves for EECM’s Men’s Shelter. Donations may be left in the hallway baskets. Thank you for your support! |
