Mission Activities
Conversation on Gun Ownership and Gun Control
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesAn initial Conversation on Gun Ownership and Gun Control will be held following worship for anyone interested in sharing their stories on this timely justice issue. Our hope is to offer a faithful and respectful dialogue that seeks to find points of commonality and consensus on a topic that is too often divisive for our […]
Pittsburgh Promise Coach Training
ELPC - Room 244 116 S Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesCalling all folks who want to help Pittsburgh area youth and their families understand the amazing opportunity before them to get a free college education! You are invited to the Pittsburgh Promise Coach Training at ELPC! New Food 4 Thought volunteers will be attending this event, but all who are interested in knowing more are […]
Presentation: Indigenous Pittsburgh
ELPC - Social Hall 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesNationalism Redefined: In this election year, there has been a rise in so-called nationalism in our country—a call to return to the loyalty and devotion upon which the U.S. was established; a sense of consciousness that exalts the U.S. above all other countries and emphasizes the promotion of culture and superiority. However, America was not discovered, […]
Holy Spirit Breakfast Team
+1 moreThe ELPC Holy Spirit Breakfast Team is growing by leaps and bounds! Join us on the second and fourth Sunday of each month as we cook and serve breakfast for the residents at EECM’s Community House. To sign up for the Breakfast Team or for more information about the Holy Spirit Breakfast Team, please contact […]
Educational Session on Homelessness
ELPC - Second Floor Parlor 116 S Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesHomelessness and affordable housing are discussions that draw much attention and outrage in the East End, as well as in the City of Pittsburgh as a whole—and rightfully so. We are called to care for the most vulnerable among us, those who are without the necessities that so many of us have. Please join the […]
Follow-up Conversations on Gun Ownership
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us as we follow up our faithful discussion on gun ownership and control by educating ourselves on the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and local laws. We will be joined by a Zone 5 Pittsburgh police officer and Bruce Ledewitz, professor at Duquesne University School of Law. A light lunch will be served.
Understanding and Speaking Up for LGBTQ Christians: A Learning & Discussion Series
ELPC - Social Hall 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesAll ELPC Friends and Members who want to learn how to better support LGBTQ Christians are invited to this three-part learning and discussion series. These sessions are designed to be an educational and development series (not debates) that provides an environment where authoritative presenters will share information, where attendees will be able to have their […]
A Time of Prayer
First Lutheran Church 615 Grant St, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThere will be a time of prayer in support of all refugees, separated families, and victims of violence at First Lutheran Church on Grant Street downtown. Everyone who comes for prayer is encouraged to join the outdoor vigil for Martín Esquivel at 4 pm, and process to the Federal Courthouse building.
Healing Communities Training
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary 616 N. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe Justice Committee encourages ELPC members who are interested in helping our church discern the calling to support those in our community who are returning from incarceration—including some that are part of our faith family—to attend a Healing Communities training session at Pittsburgh Thelogical Seminary. Following this training, our goal is to evaluate if—and explore […]
Kick-Off Party for OHM’s JUST Run
Have a new year’s resolution around health and service? Join us at a kick-off party for Open Hand Ministry’s Pittsburgh Marathon team at BFG Cafe (5335 Penn Ave.) for pizza, info, and fellowship! Anyone interested in participating in the marathon as a runner (5k, 10k, relay team, full- and half-marathon) or as a volunteer supporter (pasta party, race day […]
19th Annual Summit Against Racism
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary 616 N. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesAll are invited to the 19th Annual Summit Against Racism at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. The event will be hosted by the Metro-Urban Institute and the Black and White Reunion. The theme this year will be Polarization to Cooperation: How do we Get There? The conference will provide a forum for discussion about the current state of race […]
Neighbors Committee Fellowship Time
ELPC - McKelvy Room (114) 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesPlease join the Neighbors Committee following our Sanctuary worship service, as we recognize and honor Fran Wilson for her envisioning, opening, and running The Chapel Market since its inception. Fran has worked tirelessly to outfit, organize, and manage The Chapel Market, as well as its volunteers. She is stepping back to pursue other interests, but […]