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 […]
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. This month we will meet in person (with a Zoom option if requested in advance). Contact Wil Forrest at 412.441.3800 X118 or Wil@coh.net to learn more, to RSVP, and/or to participate. […]
Yard Work
6th-12th graders are going to help some church members get things done around the yard!
Garden Work Day
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJohn Kovalak from Davey Tree will be leading a volunteer work day after church on Sunday, October 24, 12:30–3 pm, to teach members of the Gardening Crew how to prune the different varieties of shrubs and bushes around our church grounds. John is a certified arborist and the knowledge he shares will help us become […]
YAM Fall Series | Exploring Taizé
All young adults are invited to join us on Tuesday, October 26, 6:30–8 pm, as we continue our fall series to learn about, discuss, and attend Taizé prayer services. ELPC's Taizé service is based on a style of worship developed at the Taizé community in France in the 1940s by the late Brother Roger. Come […]
Canceled: Mindfulness Meditation
ELPC - Prayer Room (Room 135) 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, United StatesThis week's Mindfulness Meditation has been canceled. Our regular schedule resumes next Thursday, November 4. "Meditation means to be in the process of realizing that God is wholly present in each step along our way. It is to be slowly awakening to the divine destination of our journey manifesting itself in the divinity of our […]
The Role of Educators in Affirming Racial Identity
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesCritical Race Theory in schools is a hot-button topic today. Not long ago, it was bussing Black kids into white neighborhoods. Before that, it was school segregation. The topics of race and education are—and have always been—inextricably intertwined. So, let's talk about it! Let’s discuss the connections. Let's discuss the problems. And let's discuss the […]
YAM Fall Retreat | “Champing”
You may have heard of “glamping,” but this year’s retreat is unique in that it is “champing”—camping at a church that is no longer used for services. We will travel outside of Pittsburgh to a historic church built in 1903. We will have access to the main sanctuary, balcony, kitchen, and yes, hot showers! Tents, […]
Church Tour
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us following our Sanctuary worship service for a tour of ELPC's Gothic Sanctuary and Romanesque Chapel. The tour will highlight Church history, architectural contrasts of the Chapel and Sanctuary, as well as explore the Narthex, Trinity Chapel, and Chancel. Meet at the Highland Lobby following worship.
Telling the Truth with Dr. George Yancy
ELPC - Social Hall 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesTruth telling is a basic moral value. We interpret it to be the communication of what is known to be believed with no deceit or falseness. How then, do we factor in unintentional or intentional self-deceit, bias, and prejudice? How do we account for long-held false narratives that we are exposed to everyday in private […]
ELPC Cooks International
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe Board of Deacons was unable to host our International Luncheon this year due to COVID-19 restrictions. However, we will be presenting a video, titled ELPC Cooks International, at a virtual coffee hour following Sanctuary worship on Sunday, November 21. The video features five recipes prepared by ELPC members. We also have an updated International […]
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. NOTE THAT THIS IS A NEW DATE (changed from the original 11/14/21 date). God created […]