What’s Happening at East Liberty Presbyterian Church,
the “Cathedral of Hope”
May 14, 2013
Come one and all to the tree of life, the Alpha and the Omega.
Spotlights
 Pentecost, Sunday May 19
Pentecost Sunday, May 19, will be rich with celebration as we welcome seven youth to our family of faith as adult members of our congregation. Three young women and four young men have been preparing for this day through a series of classes and retreats, where they have explored the questions of our faith. Be a part of this special celebration by welcoming the youth to our church family, and please hold them in prayer. Keep your eyes open for the June Reaching Out where we will share excerpts from their Statements of Faith.
 Hope Academy Spring Music Festival, Saturday May 18
Join us any time during this all day event! Recitals (instrumental and vocal) will take place from 10 am to 5 pm. At 7 pm, EL CEO (East Liberty Community Engagement Orchestra) and HAT Co are sharing the stage in the Sanctuary for a concert featuring classical, rock, pop, blues and original songs. HAT Co (Hope Academy Teen Theater Company) will preview selections from their current show Wiley and the Hairyman. Read more
Worship services, May 19
- 8:00 am: Good Samaritan: Rev. Dave Carver, Pastor, First United Presbyterian Church, Crafton Heights. (In the ground floor Dining Room.)
- 8:45 am: Journey Worship: Rev. Heather Schoenewolf. (In the third floor Music Room.)
- 11:00 am: Sanctuary Worship: Rev. Dr. Randy Bush: “Spirit of Truth,” John 14:8-17. (In the Sanctuary.)
- Contemporaries: “The Lord's Guidance Directing My Service,” with Pamela Kimmel, ELPC Business Administrator. (Meets in the Second floor parlor.)
- Journey with Scripture: Acts 2:1-21 or Genesis 11:1-9 - Psalm 104:24-34, 35b; Romans 8:14-17 or Acts 2:1-21; John 14:8-17, (25-27).
(Meets in the Second floor library.).
- Parenting Circle: Meets next on June 2. Read more or contact the group (Meets in the first floor Harambe Room.)
- Seekers: “Theologians Who Resisted Nazism,” with special guest PTS Prof. Ron Stone.
Part 2 of 3.
(Meets in Room 234.)
- Soul Food: The first half of Chapter 8, “The Resented Banquet,” in Things Hidden: Scripture as Spirituality, by Richard Rohr. Special guest facilitator Tom Menk. (Meets in the second floor Pastor’s Conference Room.)
- Young Adults: The Young Adults CE class has finished for the spring, but you are invited to learn more about ELPC’s Young Adults Ministry for upcoming fellowship and activities. Read more
More worship and prayer opportunities during the week
- Centering Prayer: Centering Prayer meets every Tuesday evenings. Join us next week, May 21, 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.- Prayer Room: Come to sit and pray in silence. Come to listen for the still small voice of God. In the midst of all the good that we do here at ELPC, this quiet space comes alongside to bear witness to who we are as a people of prayer. The room is open anytime the church is open.
- 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 May 29 for Celebrations.
News and events
 Volunteer for Summer VCS
Youth in grades 6 and up and adult volunteers are needed to help make our week a success! The success of Vacation Church School rests in the capable hands and hearts of our dedicated volunteers. We are seeking the assistance of men, women, and youth who are willing to volunteer at least 3 hours of their time (a half-day) or as much as the entire week to help nurture our children and share God’s love during VCS. This is a wonderful way to participate in God’s mission for those who are unable to do mission work outside of Pittsburgh! Read more
 Bible 116 classes, May 15, 22, 29
Please join Rev. Bush and Rev. Schoenewolf for Bible 116, a Bible Study series, Wednesday evenings in May. The group meets from 5:45 pm to 6:55 pm pm in the Second Floor Parlor. 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.
 Car Wash, Saturday May 18, 10am-2pm
ELPC youth will participate in a car wash at Vento’s Pizza (420 N Highland Ave) on Saturday, May 18 from 10 am to 2 pm. Donations will be accepted. Money raised will support the Senior High Youth Mission Trip to Maxwell Street Presbyterian Church in Lexington, Kentucky. For more info, please call Sara Hackett (412.441.3800 x20).
 Sister Helen Prejean to Speak in Pittsburgh, Thurs., May 16, at 7 pm
Pennsylvanians for Alternatives to the Death Penalty (PADP.org) is sponsoring a visit to Pittsburgh by Sister Helen Prejean, a tireless advocate for the abolition of the death penalty. The ELPC Justice Committee invites everyone to hear Sister Helen speak at Rodef Shalom in Oakland. The program is free and open to the public. Sister Helen is renowned for her book Dead Man Walking, which was made into a feature film. She has divided her time between educating citizens about the death penalty and counseling death row prisoners.
 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
The Deacons are collecting men’s underwear, deodorant, and shower flip-flops for EECM’s Men’s Shelter. Donations may be left in the hallway baskets. Thank you for your support!
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