East Liberty Presbyterian Church

HAT Co Field Trip and Performance - Day of the Girl Pittsburgh Celebration
2015-10-11 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | PA
Celebrate International Day of the Girl on October 11 at the Day of the Girl Pittsburgh celebration! This fourth annual event offers families, youth organizations and groups, and individuals who serve, support, and advocate for girls and young women an opportunity to celebrate together. The event features music, activities, food, and fun prizes.
Mimi O’Malley and Zoe Zielinski will be performing two original songs and a new cover at 2:30 pm.

Sanctuary Worship
2015-10-11 11:00 - 12:00, 2015-10-04 11:00 - 12:00, 2015-09-27 11:00 - 12:00, 2015-09-20 11:00 - 12:00 | ELPC – Sanctuary, 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
This service is held in the sanctuary on the first floor, with an organ prelude before the service. We extend a warm welcome our Latino friends and include several prayers in our service bulletin in English and Spanish. This is ELPC’s largest service, offering a traditional worship service with thought-provoking sermons, and the music of our Chancel Choir and organ to reinforce the spirit of praise and reverence. Like many of the great cathedrals of Europe, the compelling power and beauty of our historic, gothic-style Sanctuary enhances the spiritual experience. Children are invited to the chancel steps to hear their own message with one of the pastors. The service is led by ELPC’s senior pastor or other members of the pastoral staff. Special guest pastors or speakers periodically lead the service.
SEE DETAILS FOR THIS WEEK’S WORSHIP SERVICES HERE.

Discovering Prison Ministries
2015-10-10 09:00 - 13:00 | ELPC – Second Floor Parlor, 116 S Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
The Justice Committee will host an informational meeting in the second floor Parlor with three local prison ministries, Amachi Pittsburgh, the Foundation of HOPE, and Jail Worship at St. Andrew Lutheran Church. This gathering will assess the level of support for a prison ministry within ELPC and neighboring faith communities, and start exploring partnership opportunities with these existing programs. Registration begins at 8:30 am.

Amachi Pittsburgh empowers young people to overcome the challenges of parental incarceration through mentoring, family strengthening, and leadership development.
The Foundation of HOPE seeks to empower incarcerated and released individuals to restore their relationship with God, rebuild their lives, and reconcile to their communities.
Through its Jail Worship ministry, St. Andrew Lutheran Church sends a team to lead monthly worship at the Allegheny County Jail to help bring hope to those in need and to remind the congregation members to make certain that they are striving to “Love Everyone Exclude No One.”

HAT Co Field Trip - Slow Danger at Alloy Studios
2015-10-09 20:00 - 2015-10-15 21:30 | The Alloy Studios, 5530 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
“memory 4” FRESH WORKS PREVIEW
Anna Thompson and Taylor Knight, the Pittsburgh duo known as slowdanger, forge collaborative performances that merge sound and image, body and spirit. Throughout the fall, the team is in residence at KST’s Alloy Studios to develop memory 4, an exploration of the way memories are relived and redefined in each passing moment, in a process of steady decay. Scheduled to premiere next summer, memory 4 is the latest in a series of sense-soaked movement-fueled performances, including memory 3: swimmoon—seen at KST last spring.
This in-progress performance is part of a KST Fresh Works Residency, which provides artists with space, resources and support to explore new ideas and launch new projects.
This is a “pay what makes you happy!” performance. We will meet at the theater at 7:45 pm (or in the Hope Academy office, if you come early.)

Sanctuary Worship
2015-10-04 11:00 - 12:00 | ELPC – Sanctuary, 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
This week, we will receive the Peace & Global Witness Offering (formerly the Peacemaking Offering) and dedicate our Peace Pole.
This service is held in the sanctuary on the first floor, with an organ prelude before the service. We extend a warm welcome our Latino friends and include several prayers in our service bulletin in English and Spanish. This is ELPC’s largest service, offering a traditional worship service with thought-provoking sermons, and the music of our Chancel Choir and organ to reinforce the spirit of praise and reverence. Like many of the great cathedrals of Europe, the compelling power and beauty of our historic, gothic-style Sanctuary enhances the spiritual experience. Children are invited to the chancel steps to hear their own message with one of the pastors. The service is led by ELPC’s senior pastor or other members of the pastoral staff. Special guest pastors or speakers periodically lead the service.
SEE DETAILS FOR THIS WEEK’S WORSHIP SERVICES HERE.

Combined Church School Class
2015-10-04 09:45 - 10:45 | ELPC – Chapel, 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
All adult Church School classes combine to host guest speaker Ron Stief from the National Religious Campaign Against Torture. Childcare available in the nursery.

Solitary Confinement Discussion
2015-10-03 18:00 - 20:00 | East Liberty Presbyterian Church, 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Join us for dinner and discussion on the topic, Solitary Confinement: The Immoral Treatment of Prisoners in America’s Prison System, with the Rev. Ron Stief and Shandre Delaney. The event is being sponsored by the ELPC Mission Board and the National Religious Campaign Against Torture.
The United States accounts for 5% of the world’s population, 25% of the world’s incarcerated, and holds more prisoners in solitary confinement than any other democratic nation. There are over 40 state-run, super-max prisons, and one federal super-max prison in the Unite States—each of which holds inmates exclusively in solitary confinement. In the early 1980s, there was one. Some argue that the use of solitary confinement is a necessary management tool used for only the “worst of the worst.” However, the reality is most prisoners end up in solitary confinement, or are unable to move out of isolation due to non-violent rule infractions and as a result of mental illness.

The Rev. Ron Stief, an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ, is the executive director of the National Religious Campaign Against Torture, an interfaith organization of more than 325 religious organizations committed to ending U.S.–sponsored torture. Rev. Stief is a national leader and faith strategist on ending torture. He speaks widely at college campuses, interfaith events, and coalition actions to end torture.
Shandre Delaney—the mother of Carrington Keys, one of the Dallas 6—is coordinator of the Justice for the Dallas 6 Support Campaign, which has grown into a national and international effort. She has been an advocate for human and civil rights for 15 years, working with the Human Rights Coalition and Abolitionist Law Center in Pittsburgh and Global Women’s Strike in Philadelphia, which are very involved in the Dallas 6 support campaign.

Applesauce Making
2015-10-03 03:30 - 19:00 | PA
High School students are invited to celebrate fall with an afternoon of applesauce making (using the Needle Family recipe), games and a bonfire at Cami Needle’s home in Wexford.
RSVP to Sara Hackett at 412.673.2926
permission slip required

Pittsburgh Chapter of the American Guild of Organists Installation Service
2015-09-28 20:00 - 21:00 | ELPC – Sanctuary, 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
The Pittsburgh Chapter of the American Guild of Organists will hold its opening service of the 2015-2016 season in the sanctuary at ELPC on Monday, September 28, at 8:00 PM. The service will feature the ELPC Chancel Choir and the Rev. Dr. Randy Bush will deliver the sermon. The service will conclude with the installation of officers, where ELPC’s own Dr. Ed Moore will be installed as Dean of the Pittsburgh Chapter. All are welcome to this festive service!

YAM Sunday Class: Experimenting with Faith
2015-09-27 09:45 - 10:45 | ELPC – Session Room, 116 S Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
This fall we will explore current topics in light of a common reading experience. See Wil for your copy of Timothy Kurek’s The Cross in the Closet. The shared experience of this book will enhance the conversation, but it is not necessary to read it to fully participate. Fair Trade PLUS Café Justo coffee served each class and childcare available in the nursery. This is a young adult event.

Healing the Hurt: Dancing with Broken Bones
2015-09-26 08:00 - 16:30 | Chatham University, 1 Woodland Road, Pittsburgh, 15232, United States
On Sat., Sept. 26, people from all around will assemble at Chatham University for JUDAH Fellowship’s bi-annual Healing the Hurt: Dancing with Broken Bones conference.
This event will provide an atmosphere for growth, dialogue, and learning about issues concerning the faith and LGBTQIA communities, with insights from national and local facilitators. Attendees will learn about areas that have historically and systematically caused confusion, bigotry, injustice, and misunderstanding.
This event—co-sponsored by ELPC—is for anyone who has an ear and a heart for those most in need of a voice within our society. For more information or to register, visit HealingTheHurt.net.

First Saturday of Hope Academy's Fall Term
2015-09-19 08:00 - 18:00 | East Liberty Presbyterian Church, 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Today is our first Saturday of theater, music and dance classes and private lessons at Hope Academy.
Most classes are full and we will not be accepting walk in registrations on the first day.
If you are interested in finding out if there are openings for any of our classes, or getting on the wait list, you can email HopeAcademyArts@gmail.com.
Some of our private music teaching artists are opening up additional days for lessons, so If you are interested in private music lessons, fill out this private lesson inquiry form and we will get back to you.
For details about our Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre dance classes, read this blog post; and for Musical Theater Workshop, read this one.
Here is a link to more information about our classes and registration, including links to download the 2015-2016 Course Brochure and Registration Form.

First Day of Hope Academy's Fall Term
2015-09-15 | East Liberty Presbyterian Church, 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Hope Academy classes and private lessons begin today! If you haven’t already registered, and if you are interested in doing so, please fill out this online form for more information. Many classes are filled, but we can put you on the wait list if you’d like. Our private lessons are scheduled and some teachers have openings on certain days.
If you are already registered for classes, here are some helpful links for more information:
Just the FAQs: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Dance Classes at Hope Academy 2015-2016
Just the FAQs: Musical Theater Workshop at Hope Academy 2015-2016

Renovation Informational Session
2015-09-13 00:15 - 13:15 | ELPC – Chapel, 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Representatives from the Renovations Committee and architects Pfaffmann + Associates will meet after worship in the Chapel to discuss renovation plans and schematic design proposals.

LGBTQ Ministry Spiritual Gathering
2015-09-12 16:00 - 18:00 | PA
Join us for our monthly spiritual gathering where we share food, support, stories, and our Christian walk. Please contact Wil Forrest if you are interested in more information or if you wish to attend.

Senior High Planning Retreat
2015-09-06 11:30 - 2015-09-07 11:30 | Camp Crestfield & Conference Center, 195 Taggart Road, Slippery Rock, PA, 16057, United States
Together for 24 hours we will share meals, work together to complete the low ropes challenge course, play games, worship and brainstorm youth events, how to increase attendance, themes and more for the coming year!

who should come?
Any youth who has started 9th-12th grade who wants to have input into the youth ministry here at ELPC. We need input from youth who have been involved and from new youth who might like to serve, learn and hangout with us in the coming year.
What should I bring?

SIGNED PERMISSION FORM
Sleeping bag or sheets and pillow
Toothbrush and other toiletries
Shower stuff if you want to shower (bring your own towel and washcloth)
Pajamas
Clothes for a day outside at camp
Extra shoes … it can be muddy at camp

Cost?
$25
Too much? talk to Sara Hackett as scholarship money is avaible and we want as many youth to participate as possible!
to RSVP contact
Sara Hackett @ 412-673-2926
or SaraH@coh.net

Meet the Music Teaching Artists Open House
2015-09-05 14:00 - 16:00 | East Liberty Presbyterian Church, 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Meet the music teachers at Hope Academy of Music and the Arts to find out more about private voice and instrument lessons for your child. You may also register and schedule your lessons.
Children love music and movement; it’s natural – almost instinctual – for them to sing, clap, make rhythms, and move. But how early should they get started in more formal classes and lessons? What instrument should they play? How do you know if they are ready? How long of a lesson should they take and often should they practice? To help answer these questions, teaching artists from Hope Academy of Music and the Arts will be available to meet your child and let them listen to and touch various instruments. Suzuki Violin teachers will be available to talk about this approach and to measure new students for violins.
The following teachers are confirmed for the Open House:
Liza Barley – Suzuki Violin, Violin, Viola, Cello, Suzuki Piano
Laura Reynolds Carmichael – Piano
Sarah Greenwald – Violin, Viola
Lee Kikuchi – Piano, Violin, Cello, Voice
Emily Swora – Voice, Music Discovery

PBT Dance Placement Auditions + Recycle, Donate and Swap Dance Clothes
2015-09-05 12:00 - 13:00 | ELPC – Gym, 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, 15206, United States
Students who would like to be considered for acceptance into the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) Bridge Ballet 1 class at Hope Academy should attend this placement audition. Students who were selected to participate in the Bridge Ballet 1 class during the Spring 2015 term do not need to attend this audition (they are invited to register for the class).
For all other PBT classes at Hope Academy, students should register for the level that corresponds to their age as of Sept 1. If you feel that your child should be in a different class for some reason, please attend this placement session.PBT instructors will assess the students and may re-assigned them to different levels, if appropriate.
RECYCLE, DONATE & SWAP FOR GENTLY USED DANCE CLOTHING & SHOES – 12 noon

We will have dance clothing and shoes in a wide range of sizes available in the dance class waiting area. Please come, with your child, to try on shoes and find appropriate leotards and tights. We will be accepting cash donations (pay what you can) that will be used to purchase additional shoes and clothing.
Additionally, if you have any dance clothes or shoes that your child has outgrown, please bring them to contribute so that another child can put them to good use.

HAT Co Auditions
2015-09-05 09:00 - 11:00 | PA
We are looking for strong and committed singers, dancers, actors and musicians who will fearlessly throw themselves into creating artistic work together.
ABOUT HAT Co
This audition-only company provides a more intensive, ensemble- and performance-based experience for teenagers who are interested in the performing arts. HAT Co members are encouraged to make their own work, as they learn to think about and respect dance, theater and music as art forms — and themselves as artists and creators.
This program is uniquely suited for teens who are motivated to study and perform across a range of disciplines; and who have an interest in being part of an inclusive, supportive, non-competitive group.
Ensemble members receive private, class and ensemble training in acting, singing, dance and instrumental music (keyboard, drum set, guitar, bass, violin, and any other instrument that can be incorporated into the rock band). Classes and ensembles meet all day on Saturday and Thursdays after school; private lessons take place after school, during the week. Students are required to make a yearlong commitment (September to mid-June) and to sign a contract indicating their ability and willingness to attend all scheduled classes, private lessons, rehearsals and performances.
AUDITION ON SATURDAY, SEPT 5

Complete an online application form (HAT Co Application 2015-2016)
Please arrive promptly at 9:00 am and be prepared to stay the entire time
Prepare a 1 minute monologue or poem (memorized);
Be ready to sing a song of your choice, A cappella (unaccompanied), or accompany yourself on your instrument;
Wear loose, comfortable clothing to take a movement class;
Bring your instrument, and play a song of your choice, if you are auditioning for HAT Co band

Applicants who are accepted into HAT Co will be required to have a parent or guardian attend an orientation session on SAT SEPT 12 from 1:30 to 3:00 pm)

First Friday @ Wallace
2015-09-04 19:00 - 22:00 | Unity Presbyterian Church, 1146 Greentree Road, Pittsburgh, PA, 15220, United States
Laugh it up! This coffeehouse evening will include fellowship, treats and lots of Fair Trade PLUS Café Justo coffee. Participants are asked to bring a poem, song, reading, Scripture, a story or anything creative to share with the group focused on the theme of humor, as well as well as to bring a dessert to share. This is a TRAIL young adult event.

Hope Academy On-Site Registration
2015-09-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2015-09-01 18:00 - 20:00 | East Liberty Presbyterian Church, 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
If you would like to pay your tuition with cash, or talk to someone in-person about your child’s involvement with Hope Academy, there are 2 days this week to do so. Otherwise, it is perfectly fine to mail your registration form and payment to us, or drop it off at the front desk.
ON-SITE REGISTRATION DAYS AND TIMES
Tuesday, Sept 1 (6 to 8 pm)
Friday, Sept 4 (6 to 8 pm)

Chancel Choir Practice
2015-09-03 19:00 - 20:30 | ELPC – Sanctuary, 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
The Chancel Choir rehearses on Thursday evenings from 7–8:30 pm in the Sanctuary and provides musical leadership at the 11 am Sunday Sanctuary worship service. No audition is required, just the desire to learn and have fun as we prepare to lead worship. The choir is open to everyone high school age and older. Dr. Ed Moore is the director of the Chancel Choir and Gabe D’Abruzzo is the accompanist.
http://cathedralofhope.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Dawning-Light-Of-Our-Salvation.mp3
Dawning Light of Our Salvation – arr. Mike Tomaro
recorded live during the 11:00 am worship service
December 15, 2013

LGBTQ Parent Group Luncheon and Discussion
2015-08-30 11:00 - 13:00 | East Liberty Presbyterian Church, 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
LGBTQ parents and their children are invited to a luncheon and discussion. Folks will have an opportunity to get to know each other and explore if there is some benefit of this group having periodic contact. We simply are seeking to create a space for conversation between folks who might share common joys, challenges, needs for resources, etc. Also, your kids might make a new friend!
Please RSVP to Wil Forrest at Wil@coh.net or 412.260.2554 by Sun., Aug. 16, with the names of who is coming from your family and the ages of any children.

Mystery Outdoor Adventure
2015-08-23 11:30 - 15:00 | East Liberty Presbyterian Church, 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
As we share lunch, we will choose between three different mystery options of how we will spend our afternoon together. All you need to know is to come dressed to be outside and to bring your sense of adventure.
This is a young adult event.

Business Meeting & Spiritual Gathering
2015-08-16 11:00 - 14:00 | ELPC – Room 234, 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
All are invited as we will begin with our quarterly LGBTQ Ministry Business Meeting and then have lunch as we start our monthly Spiritual Gathering.

Senior High Mission Trip
2015-08-09 - 2015-08-15 | Unnamed Venue, WV
Youth who have finished 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grade will be traveling to Maxwelton, West Virginia to serve with the West Virginia Ministry or Advocacy and Workcamps. The mission of WVMAW is to offer the opportunity for discipleship by partnering with those in need whose lives have been devastated by natural disasters or by the disaster of poverty in areas of West Virginia.
Since October 2001, WVMAW has brought 40-80 volunteer groups per year to work in West Virginia. Their work has consisted of home repair and reconstruction, deconstruction, playground restoration, parks cleanup, stream bank stabilization, and vacation Bible schools, among other things.
Please pray for our youth as they join in God’s work in the world.
2015 Senior High Mission Trip Permission Form
2015 Mission Trip Requirements and Dates

2015 Scholarship Assistance Form for Mission Trip
