Mission Activities
First Friday @ EECM
Come share in a service opportunity sure to feed body and soul. Contact Wil to sign up to bring something to feed the guests in the homeless shelter and other residents in the new EECM Community House. We will meet at Community House kitchen with the food ready to serve the guests at 7pm. NOTE […]
A Syrian Summit
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesSpiritual Gathering/Service Opportunity: LGBTQ Ministry
All are welcome at this LGBTQ Ministry monthly spiritual gathering. We will meet at the church at 8:15am and travel to World Vision (www.worldvision.org) in Sewickley to serve together before going out to lunch together. See Wil Forrest for details or if you wish to attend.
Neighbor Book Study
ELPC - Second Floor Parlor 116 S Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe Justice Committee will hold a book study on Neighbor, by Ben Daniel, about the struggles facing those who are crossing our southern borders. We will learn about the plight of people seeking asylum, safety, and a healthy life in our country. Check the Bulletin and Bulletin Boards for more information.
Free Kidney Screenings
If you have diabetes, high blood pressure, family history of kidney failure, or are over 60, you are at risk for kidney disease. The National Kidney Foundation is offering free kidney screenings through its KEEP Health program at Hosanna House (807 Wallace Ave., Wilkinsburg). You will have your blood pressure checked, receive educational materials, and […]
Patients’ Rights and Responsibilities
ELPC - Room 234 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesBeing in the hospital, either as a patient or a family member, can be very stressful. Not only are we not at our best, but we typically get information and advice from a wide variety of physicians, nurses, therapists, and other clinical staff that can be confusing. While health care professionals are knowledgeable and have […]
Maintaining a Healthy Brain
ELPC - Room 234 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for a discussion after Sanctuary worship in Room 234. We will learn how making minor changes to our daily routines—adding meaningful movement activities—can contribute to brain health and make a positive difference. Caterina Rosano, MD, MPH, will share information on the benefits of movement to maintaining brain health; and Jim Eng, PT, DPT, […]
Prom Gown Event
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe Chapel Market is sponsoring a free prom gown event! All students and young adults who need a beautiful gown for a special event are invited to attend. Also, if you can donate a new or gently used gown or costume jewelry, please contact Kathy Hackney at hackneykatt.net. Please note, The Chapel Market will be closed […]
Far from the Tree Book Discussion
Far from the Tree: Parents, Children, and the Search for Identity, explores what it’s like for parents of children who are profoundly different or likely to be stigmatized—children with Down syndrome, deafness, autism, dwarfism, or who are prodigies, become criminals, or are conceived in rape. Though these experiences can be difficult and isolating for families, […]
End of Life Issues
ELPC - Room 234 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesA spiritual event? A medical event? Or, increasingly, is it a legal event? Many of us in our lifetime become the family member or friend with the responsibility to handle the affairs of a person who dies. Join us as Carolyn Russ, attorney at law, shares what tools are available, your rights and expectations as […]
Neighborhood Mission Opportunity
Join us as we partner with Open Hand Ministries to put the finishing touches on the rehab house in East Liberty. Projects will include painting and other finishing work, both inside and out. There will also be work opportunities at Garfield Community Farm. Projects will involve planting beds and maintenance. Volunteers of all ages are […]
Breakfast with Chenoa Stock
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe Mission Board invites you to a breakfast gathering at ELPC with Chenoa Stock. Greet her while she shares an update on her mission activities in Bolivia with Joining Hands. All are welcome!