Featured Events
Virtual Lenten Retreat | A Journey into the Desert
ELPC - Online 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for a time of personal and communal Lenten preparation. On this 24-hour retreat, we will journey with Jesus into the desert, considering our belovedness and the temptations we face, as well as set our own Lenten intentions for the season. We will have opening and closing Zoom time with each other and optional […]
Rich Heritage of African Americans in the PC(USA)
All are invited to attend the Pittsburgh Chapter of the National Black Presbyterian Caucus's second annual African American Heritage Event on Saturday, February 20, 1 pm, via Zoom. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Warren Lesane, the synod executive and stated clerk of the Synod of the Mid-Atlantic. Discussion topics will include the contributions […]
Police Reform and Public Safety Discussion
You are invited to a Police Reform and Public Safety online panel discussion, presented by the Social Justice and Outreach Committee, and the Commission on Race and Reconciliation of the Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh. The event is co-sponsored by ELPC, the Church of the Redeemer (Squirrel Hill), and a number of other faith groups. Panelists […]
Book Discussion | Banished from Johnstown
ELPC - Online 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesAuthor Cody McDevitt will be with us to discuss his book, Banished from Johnstown: Racist Backlash in Pennsylvania. The book examines one of the worst civil rights injustices in the history of Pennsylvania, which took place in 1923. Join us for two opportunities to engage with Cody: once during the adult Church School hour with […]
Book Discussion | Banished from Johnstown
ELPC - Online 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesAuthor Cody McDevitt will be with us to discuss his book, Banished from Johnstown: Racist Backlash in Pennsylvania. The book examines one of the worst civil rights injustices in the history of Pennsylvania, which took place in 1923. Join us for two opportunities to engage with Cody: once during the adult Church School hour with […]
This Life That Is Ours Q&A
ELPC - Online 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesAre you involved in parenting? If so, join our Parenting Circle Church School class on Sunday, March 14, 9:30 am, for a special question and answer session with Lauren Burdette, author of This Life That Is Ours. The book is a great resource for parents to "explore the ways they can encounter God within their […]
PW’s Drive-by Diaper Drive
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesOne-third of families have trouble paying for diapers. Parents may miss work because they cannot provide a supply of disposable diapers for their children at day care. Lack of clean diapers can adversely affect a child's health and socialization. Presbyterian Women will host a drive-by Diaper Drive on Sunday, March 14, 1:30–3 pm, at the […]
YAM | Tiny Campfire
ELPC - Online 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesGather around your screens and join us for storytelling, games, and s’mores. No mosquito repellent needed. RSVP to Kelli Booher for this online camping experience and to receive your camping kit.
Coffee Hour with OHM’s Wayne Younger
ELPC - Online 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWayne Younger was welcomed as Open Hand Ministries new executive director in September 2020, and he hit the ground running to lead OHM into the next chapter of serving the needs of people seeking just, affordable, and generational wealth-building homeownership in the East End. The ELPC Mission Board invites you to a virtual coffee hour […]
Palm Sunday Processional
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesELPC is hosting a special outdoor Palm Sunday Processional. You may pick up palm branches at the church and then process around our building—wearing masks and maintaining a safe distance. You can also process in your vehicle! Make banners and bring instruments to sing Hosanna and praise God! If you would like to participate in a […]
YAMs | Exploring Our Ecological Identity
ELPC - Online 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States"Developing a profound sense of oneself in relationship to natural and social ecosystems is necessary grounding for the difficult work of environmental advocacy." Through hands-on activities, we will discuss and learn how to construct our ecological identity: using the direct experience of nature as a framework for our personal decisions, professional choices, political action, and […]
Justice Committee’s Drive-by Collection
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe ELPC Justice Committee is asking for your help to support people housed in Allegheny County Jail. We will host a mission drive-by on Sunday, April 11, 1:30–3:30 pm, at the half-circle driveway on Highland Ave. The following items will be collected: shampoo and conditioner (for differing hair types), body wash, deodorant, lotion, bar soap, […]