Featured Events
PPT Shakespeare Showcase of Finalists 2019
Pittsburgh Public Theater 621 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesPittsburgh Public Theater’s 25th annual Shakespeare Monologue & Scene Contest, that began with more than 1,000 students, has winnowed down the field to 38 students who will perform in the finals at 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb 18. Hope Academy students performed 30 monologues and 5 scenes during the preliminary rounds on Monday, February 11 […]
Facing Systemic Racism Lenten Series
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesPlease join us for a six-week study of The Belhar Confession on Wednesdays, 5–7 pm, during Lent. This series will provide a theological grounding for our congregation’s anti-racism work, and provide an opportunity for the congregation to learn about the Presbyterian Church’s newest confession that addresses unity, reconciliation, and justice. A light meal of soup […]
Hope Academy Choolaah Fundraiser
Choolah - East Liberty 6114 Centre Ave, PittsburghTake a short walk to Choolaah on Centre, order some delicious Indian food and raise some money for Hope Academy at the same time. It's a win / win! Just say you are there to support Hope Academy when you place your order and Choolaah will donate 30% of your purchase back to us—in-store purchase […]
Earth Care Challenge Kickoff Event
ELPC - Social Hall 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWant to help to protect our Earth for future generations? The Environmental Team of the Justice Committee invites you to the Social Hall to learn about steps you and your family can take now to help save our planet from the harsh effects of climate change. Environmental activist and documentary filmmaker Mark Dixon will speak […]
Art of Justice with Max Gonzales + “so you want to talk about race”
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesArtmaking + Literature + Social Justicefor young people and their grownups ARTIST: Max Gonzales BOOKS: House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros; and Alma and How She Got Her Name by Juana Martinez-Noel THEME: Art Belongs Everywhere | Letters, Words, Names ARTMAKING: Graffiti About the Project Experience what it’s like to be a street artist and use the world […]
Spirituality, Writing, and Resilience Workshop
The Spiritual Life Committee continues to look at how our spiritual practices build resiliency—an attribute so needed in our world. Join us after Sanctuary worship as poet, essayist, teacher, and ELPC member Emily Mohn-Slate encourages us to use writing as a way of getting in touch with and expressing our spirituality. No writing experience is […]
Dance Theatre of Harlem Masterclasses
The Alloy Studios 5530 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesDiverse expressions of dance come together in this year's collaboration between Dance Theatre of Harlem and Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre—Hope Academy has been invited to be part of it. Students in our ballet classes not only have the opportunity to be learning about Dance Theatre of Harlem but they are also invited to attend a masterclass […]
Hopeful Conversations on Mass Incarceration
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin Christian Associates of Southwest Pennsylvania, the Center for Loving Kindness and Civic Engagement of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh, and East Liberty Presbyterian Church for an interfaith evening of inspiration and conversation with neighbors, clergy, public officials and those impacted by mass incarceration. This event is open to people of all faiths […]
Earth Care Challenge Pledge
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesAre you ready to pledge to a personal action/s to help save the planet? Consider what you can change or take on as in the areas of transportation, energy, food, yard and garden, home, education and advocacy. The Environmental Team of the Justice Committee will be available to record your pledge and take your picture in […]
From One Generation to Another – A Celebration of the Psalms
ELPC - Sanctuary 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe ELPC Chancel Choir presents an inspirational program of music inspired by the Psalms. Featured on the program will be the premiere of a new composition by jazz vibraphonist and composer Cecilia Smith, The Essence of Psalms—in Celebration of the 200th Anniversary of ELPC. Plus psalm settings by Herbert Howells, Ralph Vaughan Williams, and Howard […]
Israel/Palestine Trip Info Session
ELPC - Second Floor Parlor 116 S Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis fall, November 10–18, Pastor Randy and Rabbi Jamie Gibson from Temple Sinai will lead a shared study mission to Israel. If you’re interested in joining them and discovering the Holy Land and Palestinian Territories, then you're welcome to attend an informational session following Sanctuary worship on Sunday, March 31. Download ELPC's registration form, as […]
Psychology of Religion
ELPC - Second Floor Parlor 116 S Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin the Spiritual Life Committee as we explore the Psychology of Religion. We will be led by ELPC member Dr. Kevin Seybold. Kevin is a psychology professor at Grove City College, and author of Explorations in Neuroscience, Psychology and Religion and Questions in the Psychology of Religion. A light lunch will be served.