Sunday services at East Liberty Presbyterian Church
Different styles of worship services reflect the diversity of our faith community. We are pleased to offer a wide range of worship opportunities. This page describes our Sunday services; for more information about our weekly Taizé service, for seasonal worship opportunities, or for our summer Sunday schedule, click to the navigation on the left.
Childcare is available Sunday mornings from 9:45 to 12:30. Childcare may be available for other ELPC-sponsored services; send a request to
by email or phone, (412) 441-3800 x21.
Sanctuary Worship | Every Sunday, 11:00 am from September to June
This service is held in the sanctuary on the first floor, with music beginning at 10:45 am. This is ELPC’s largest service, offering a traditional worship service with thought-provoking sermons, and the music of our Chancel Choir and organ to reinforce the spirit of praise and reverence. Like many of the great cathedrals of Europe, the compelling power and beauty of our historic, gothic-style Sanctuary enhances the spiritual experience. Children are invited to the chancel steps to hear their own message with one of the pastors. The service is led by ELPC’s senior pastor or other members of the pastoral staff. Special guest pastors or speakers periodically lead the service.
Journey Worship | Every Sunday, 8:45 am from September to June
This service is held in the music room on the third floor. Join us for a lively service of spirit, hope, and praise in which we encounter God’s word in a fresh, compelling way. The blending of contemporary music, Gospel songs and hymns, introspective worship and interactive communal praise helps to reflect the diverse, creative spirit that is at the heart of ELPC. The service is led by the Rev. Patrice Fowler-Searcy, the Rev. Heather T. Schoenewolf, and the Rev. Dr. Randall K. Bush.
Good Samaritan | Every Sunday, 8:00 am
This service is held in the dining room on the ground floor. Join members and friends of ELPC and guests of the East End Cooperative Ministry Men’s Shelter at this early service of music, prayer and personal witness. Listen as stories of the healing power of Jesus are shared every week. The service is led by members of the clergy from local churches, guest speakers from a community organization or social service agencies, or members and staff of ELPC. Come prepared to be inspired and blessed.
Koinonia Service of Praise | Second Sunday of every month, 7:00 pm
This service is held in the music room on the third floor. Koinonia is an uplifting, contemporary service, led by ELPC youth and young adults, offering God praise and worship. Koinonia, originally from the Greek, means a blessed state of Christian fellowship. This service aims to help strengthen our love for others and the call to serve our community.
Holy Ground | Third Sunday of every month from March to November, 6:00 pm
The next Holy Ground service will be held on July 18 at 6:00. Father William Kiel will be leading the service. In the Garth (courtyard), weather permitting. For questions, contact Dr. Lois Lang, (412) 441-3800 x41.
This service is held in the chapel on the first floor. Holy Ground is a service of prayers for wholeness and healing for the world, our neighbors, and ourselves. There are quiet hymns, periods of prayerful silence, and a homily ending with anointing and blessing. The service is led by a member of the clergy from another church, a guest speaker, or a member of the pastoral staff at ELPC.
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