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 […]
Soul Food Class Summer Session
ELPC - Online 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe Soul Food adult Church School class will meet this Sunday, August 22, 8:45 am, to conclude our discussion of In My Grandmother's House: Black Women, Faith, and the Stories We Inherit, by Yolanda Pierce, with chapter 12. A weekday make-up session will be scheduled for those who cannot participate. Contact the Rev. Joe Hajdu for more details.
SSL Beginners Class
Are You Interested in Learning Spanish? Have you ever considered language learning as a spiritual practice? Are you interested in learning Spanish as a second language (SSL)? Come to our SSL information session on Sunday, September 26, 12:30 pm, via Zoom. This will be a new beginners class, where we can answer your questions and […]
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 […]
Stonewall Jackson Window Updates
ELPC - Online 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesFollowing Sanctuary worship on Sunday, September 12, the Peace, Property, and Facing Systemic Racism Committees invite you to a conversation on the future of the stained-glass window depicting General Stonewall Jackson, located in our Sanctuary’s East Transept. The window has been the subject of prayerful research by a Session-appointed task force, which is ready to […]
Rain Garden Workday
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesIf you are inspired by God’s beautiful creation and like to play in the dirt, consider joining us for a workday in the Rain Garden on Saturday, September 18, 9 am–12 pm. Green thumbs are not required—just bring your energy, curiosity, and commitment to our community. RSVP to Megan Leisher.
Church Life Sampler
ELPC - Social Hall 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesELPC’s annual Church Life Sampler will be held following Sanctuary worship on Sunday, September 19, outdoors on Whitfield Street (weather permitting). Stop by to learn more about the various ministries that are a part of our church life together! Every committee and ministry area at ELPC will be on hand to highlight fall programming and […]
2021 CONSPIRE Conference Simulcast
Over the weekend of September 24–26, the Spiritual Life Committee invites you to join us in person at ELPC, for a virtual simulcast of the Center for Action and Contemplation’s CONSPIRE Conference, Me/Us/the World: Living Inside God's Great Story. In this time of great unknowing, how do we expand our sense of self to include […]