What’s Happening at East Liberty Presbyterian Church,
the “Cathedral of Hope”
February 5, 2013
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Spotlight
 Ash Wednesday, February 13
On February 13, the season of Lent begins with Ash Wednesday. We will celebrate with a quiet service at 12:00 pm, in the Chapel with prayer, scripture and the imposition of ashes. Following the service, all are invited to gather for a simple lunch in Room 234 where the Rev. Darrell Knopp, retired pastor of McKeesport Presbyterian Church, will speak on “Life's Transitions and Times of Loss.” This will be a kick-off to this year’s Lenten theme of Life Lessons. On Wednesday evening at 7pm, you can also join us for the Taizé Prayer Service, also with imposition of ashes. We will continue the focus on preparing our spirits and souls for Lenten reflection and quiet self-examination. Read more
Worship services, Sunday February 10
Christian Education Adult Classes, Feb 10 | All classes begin @ 9:45
View the complete list of Christian Education classes for all ages
- Contemporaries: “Yoga and Christianity,” part 1 of 2, with Renee Prymus. (Grief part 2 returns Feb 24.) (Meets in the second floor Parlor.)
- Journey with Scripture: Exodus 34:29-35; Psalm 99; 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2; Luke 9:28-36, (37-43a). (Meets in the second floor Library.)
- Parenting Circle: meets next on March 3 and the first Sunday of every month in an informal gathering. Newcomers are welcome! Read more about the group (Meets in the first floor Harambe Room.)
- Seekers: “An Altar in the World, A Geography of Faith, by Barbara Brown Taylor,” chapters 1-4, with special guest facilitator Rev. Heather Schoenewolf. (Meets in Room 234.)
- Soul Food: A discussion of the second part of chapter 2 in Things Hidden: Scripture as Spirituality, by Richard Rohr. (Meets in the second floor Pastor’s Conference Room.)
- Young Adults group meets next on February 17 to continue their discussion of Love Wins by Rob Bell. Read more about the group
More worship and prayer opportunities during the week
- Centering Prayer: Centering Prayer meets every Tuesday evenings. Join us tonight,
 February 5, 7:00pm! Newcomers welcome. (Meets in the 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. Upcoming: Wednesday February 13, Ash Wednesday, imposition of ashes during the service.
News and events
Cathedral Concert Series Continues February 9
 ELPC’s Director of Music, Dr. Ed Moore, will be joined by local pianist Nathan Carterette and tenor Joseph Gaines for an Organ Plus concert in the Sanctuary. This free concert is open to the public, so invite your friends and family to join us for this exciting combination of organ, piano, and voice!
 Lenten Bible Study returns!
Please join Rev. Bush and Rev. Schoenewolf for a Lenten Bible Study series, Wednesday evenings in Lent, from 5:45 pm to 6:55 pm pm in the Second Floor Parlor, February 13, 20, 27; March 6, 13, 20. (Attendance at each session is not required! Join us as your schedule permits.) The Bible 116 class is an informal (adult) gathering in which Pastor Randy and/or Pastor Heather lead a conversation about the scripture passage that is the focus of the upcoming Sunday worship service. Bring your own bible, or bibles provided. A simple meal of soup and bread will be available, and volunteers are encouraged to assist in providing these refreshments.
 Congregational meeting, February 17 after the 11am service
Join us in the Social Hall after the 11:00 worship service for the Annual Congregational Meeting. A simple lunch will be provided, followed by a review of our ministry areas and committee work from the past year. In addition, the gathered body will be presented with a slate of candidates for Elder, Deacon, Centennial Fund, and Nominating Committee, which they will be asked to consider and vote upon. All those who are members of the church are asked to attend.
 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. February’s “Food of the Month” is canned tuna.
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! |