Balafon West African Dance – Free Trial Class!
Kadiatou Conte-Forte (Mama K), the Artistic Director of and founder of Balafon West African Dance Ensemble, will teach this free trail class for young people aged 10-15. Dance is integral to the culture of West Africa. Over time, the traditional dances evolved, incorporating new moves, rhythms and ideas, and influencing many popular American dance forms, […]
The Great Exchange: The Great Outdoors
ELPC - Social Hall 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesFolks of all ages are invited to this fun, interactive event where we together across the generations will explore some fun and intriguing discussion questions centered around the topic of nature. We will have a simple lunch while sharing our stories with one another. No prep necessary, just come and enjoy!
First Friday @ Unity
Unity Presbyterian Church 1146 Greentree Road, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesIt is time to have your voice be heard! 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 #MeToo, as well as to […]
Sanctuary Worship: Visitor’s Sunday
ELPC - Sanctuary 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us and invite your family, friends, and neighbors for worship as we celebrate Visitor's Sunday. Following worship, everyone is welcome to attend our Church Life Sampler in the Social Hall. This service is held in the Sanctuary on the first floor, with an organ prelude before the service. We extend a warm welcome to […]
CASOP: A Requiem for Rice Choral Performance
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesA poignant choral movement of the full CASOP: A Requiem for Rice composition, by Dr. Trevor Weston, conducted by Thomas Douglas and performed by Colour of Music Festival Chorale. The full piece will debut in its entirety on February 13, 2019 at Carnegie Music Hall. UNDERSTANDING CASOP: THE REQUIEM FOR RICE by Edda L. Fields-Black, Ph. […]
Facing Systemic Racism Series: Uncovering Your Racial Autobiography
ELPC – Social Hall 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us as we continue our series on systemic racism in our society and how it impacts our lives. The Rev. Dr. John C. Welch, dean of students at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, will lead us as we explore our own racial autobiography. We will share a potluck meal in the Social Hall at 5:30 pm. […]
Radical Hospitality CE Hour
ELPC - Room 224 116 S. Highland Avenue, PittsburghWhat does it look like to have a fully-inclusive church that practices the radical hospitality of Christ? Join the discussion with others from ELPC as More Light Presbyterian Executive Director Alex Patchin McNeill joins us to lead the discussion. Café Justo will be served. This is a young adult hosted educational event open to all.
LGBTQ Ministry Spiritual Gathering
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesAll are welcome at this monthly spiritual gathering of LGBTQ Christians and their allies. Contact Wil Forrest at 412-260-2554 or wil@coh.net to learn more and to attend. Participants this month are encouraged to grab food from the church picnic before joining the group.
TransPride Conferences
You are invited to attend and volunteer at the TransPride Professional Conference on Friday, September 28 from 8 am–6 pm and/or the TransPride Community Conference on Saturday, September 29 from 9 am–6 pm—both at the Persad Center in Lawrenceville. ELPC is co-sponsoring this event. If you'd like to volunteer at the ELPC information table, contact […]
Getting Your Just Desserts
Station Square 350 West Station Square Drive, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesAfter worship, let’s spend the afternoon together by going to Station Square for some delicious chocolate fondue and perhaps more. First round of fondue is on the house! Make sure you RSVP so you get a seat in the van and so we have the right number for the reservations. See https://www.meltingpot.com/pittsburgh-pa/ for restaurant details. […]
First Friday @ Arsenal Cider House
Arsenal Cider House 300 39th Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWe will gather at this local hot spot for some good drink and good conversation. Bring money to try some of the house beverage and an engaging question for the group to discuss. Learn more about the venue at http://www.arsenalciderhouse.com. This is a TRAIL young adult event.
East Liberty Redevelopment Presentation
East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us after Sanctuary worship to learn about exciting redevelopment projects in our community, including a virtual tour of housing projects, led by Kendall Pelling, director of land recycling at East Liberty Development, Inc. A light lunch will be served.