Featured Events
YAM Spiritual Fermentation
Let us join together with Pastor BJ at a local brewery for our last Spiritual Fermentation gathering! As we enjoy the process of brewing and look back at the contemplative practices we have discussed, we invite you to share an everyday ordinary activity, an interest, hobby, or passion of yours that you currently engage in […]
Silent Walk on the Butler-Freeport Community Trail
The Spiritual Life Committee invites you to the Butler-Freeport Community Trail for a Silent Walk! We will gather at the Monroe Trailhead at the Babcock Nature Preserve, Sarver, 16055. Join us as we walk in silence along the path at our own pace, stop, linger along the stream, sit, read, be in nature in silence […]
Letter-Writing Session
ELPC - Fellowship Room 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe ELPC Justice Committee invites you to participate in two justice-related, letter-writing opportunities following our Summer worship service. Our topics are: Sunday, July 11 | PA HB 999: Repeal of the Death Penalty Sunday, July 18 | PA HB 279: Allow Undocumented PA Residents to secure a Driver's License Download a sample letter, and read […]
Environmental Book Club | Farming While Black
Garfield Community Farm Corner of Wicklow and Cornwall Streets, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe Environmental Team of the Justice Committee continues their study and activities around nature, regeneration, interdependence, gardening, and farming. We invite you to read Leah Penniman’s book, Farming While Black: Soul Fire Farm’s Practical Guide to Liberation on the Land. Our discussion will take place on Monday, July 12, 7 pm, at Garfield Community Farm […]
PW Summer Gathering
ELPC - Online 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesPlease join us on Zoom as we explore "Women in the Church, Then and Now." Lyndsay Hardin Freeman's book, Bible Women, states that there are 93 women who speak in the Bible, 49 of whom are named. We will focus on both women in the New Testament and women leaders in the church since then. […]
PW Gathering | Rejoice in Hope
Join Presbyterian Women from Maine to Hawaii for an online gathering. Our theme, "Rejoice in Hope," is based on Romans 12:12–13. The Rev. Dr. Diane Moffett will offer a message of hope, and Irene Pak Lee, associate pastor at Stone Church in Willow Glen, Pennsylvania, will deliver the keynote address. In addition, Bible study authors, […]
In Pursuit of Silence | Film Viewing and Conversation
In Pursuit of Silence is a documentary that meditatively explores our relationship with silence, sound, and the impact of noise on our lives. Beginning with an ode to John Cage's ground-breaking composition, 4'33", the film takes us on an immersive cinematic journey around the globe—from a traditional tea ceremony in Kyoto, to the streets of […]
LGBTQ Ministry Spiritual Gathering
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesYou are invited to the next Spiritual Gathering of ELPC's LGBTQ Ministry to share food and fellowship at the church. Allies and LGBTQIA+ folks alike are welcome. Contact Wil Forrest at 412.441.3800 X118 or Wil@coh.net to learn more, to RSVP, and/or to get the Zoom info to participate. God created you. God loves you. Be yourself.
Picklesburgh Party
Picklesburgh—voted America's #1 Best Specialty Food Festival in America—is back! We will meet at a specified location downtown and then walk over to the festivities. We will walk through the festival, eat some pickles, and then enjoy a picnic, live music, and each other's company! Feel free to get dressed up, but let’s all wear […]
Coal Tubin’ in Johnstown
As summer winds down, let's venture out of Pittsburgh for some relaxing fun. YAMs will enjoy floating down The Stonycreek in inner tubes. We will leave around 9 am, float, eat dinner at a local favorite, and then return to Pittsburgh around 7 pm. The cost is $15/person ($20 if you'd like an upgraded inner […]
Connections Group @ the Botanical Gardens
Pittsburgh Botanic Gardens 799 Pinkerton Run Rd, Oakdale, PA, United StatesHave you been a member of ELPC's Connections Group in the past? Would you like to reunite with some old friends? We are planning an outdoor gathering at the Pittsburgh Botanic Gardens in Settlers Cabin Park on Saturday, September 11, 11 am. Bring a bagged lunch. We'll meet in the picnic area and then enjoy […]
Clothing Drive for ACJ
As a Matthew 25 congregation, we are committed to supporting our siblings in Allegheny County Jail in a variety of ways, and we have been generous in response by collecting books, magazines, and toiletry items. Now, the Justice Committee is hosting a clothing drive to provide dignity and clothing to those who are returning to […]