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 […]
SSL Information Session
ELPC - Online 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesHave 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 gather ideas of what you want […]
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 participate. God created you. God loves you. Be yourself.
Environmental Book Club | Walden
ELPC - Highland Room (Room 108) 116 South Highland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe Environmental Team invites you to read Henry David Thoreau's classic nature book, Walden, and join a discussion on Thursday, September 30, 7 pm. In 1845, philosopher and writer Thoreau built a tiny cabin in the woods near Walden Pond in Concord, Massachusetts, where he lived alone and self-sufficient for two years. His observations and […]
Pizza and Kickball
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary 616 N. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesYouth in grades 6–12 will get together for pizza and kickball at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary on Sunday, October 3, 12:30 pm. We will be walking from ELPC to PTS at 12:10 pm. RSVP to Sara Hackett at SaraH@coh.net is required.
CANCELED: Creation Spirituality at Garfield Community Farm
Garfield Community Farm Corner of Wicklow and Cornwall Streets, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis event has been canceled. Check back for updates. The Spiritual Life Committee invites you to a day of exploration of Creation Spirituality at Garfield Community Farm (GCF). GCF's mission is to provide fresh produce and educational opportunities with our neighbors and volunteers, and demonstrate God's restoration of creation through urban agriculture in the Garfield […]
Chamber Music Pittsburgh – Sphinx Virtuosi
Carnegie Music Hall 4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesHope Academy families are invited to a live, in-person chamber music concert featuring SPHINX VIRTUOSI on MON Oct 11, 2021 at Carnegie Music Hall. Tickets have been generously donated to us by our partner, Chamber Music Pittsburgh. This live performance is recommended for vaccinated students and their families Please read about the performance, so that you […]
A Conversation on Critical Race Theory
One of the Facing Systemic Racism Committee's roles is to inform the congregation of current issues regarding race. This month, we are pleased to present an online conversation on Critical Race Theory (CRT), which has come to the forefront of the racial issues in our country. We will provide an opportunity to learn more about […]