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 […]
Youth Ice Skating
6th-12th grade students are going ice skating at The Rink at PPG Place. Fully vaccinated students can meet at the church at 2:30pm and travel together in the van. We will be back at the church for pick up at 5:15pm. Any 6th-12th grader is welcome to meet us downtown at the ice skating rink […]
YAM Friendsgiving | Games & DIY Advent Calendars
Our annual catered dinner and game night will be happening in-person this year! In addition, there will be an opportunity to create your own Advent calendar. Bring your favorite group card/board game and be ready to eat good food, be creative, and give thanks for the friendship and fellowship within our Young Adult Ministry. RSVP […]
45th Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Gathering
Beth Shalom Congregation 5915 Beacon St, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin members of Pittsburgh's many different faith communities in a gathering to reconnect us with each other, hosted by Congregation Beth Shalom. Our theme this year is: Doing Good Work. Connect with opportunities to get involved in advocacy, non-profit, and volunteer organizations in our community. Meet, schmooze, volunteer. Please bring your COVID-19 vaccination card with you […]
Advent Kickoff Event
ELPC - Social Hall 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesYouth in grades 6–12 will host an Advent Kickoff event for our faith family on Sunday, November 28, 12:30–1:30 pm, in the Social Hall. Join us on the first Sunday of Advent to make a wreath, be together, and share some of our hopes for this season.
Environmental Book Club | Finding the Mother Tree
ELPC - Online 116 South Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe Environmental Team of the Justice Committee invites you to read Finding the Mother Tree: Discovering the Wisdom of the Forest by Suzanne Simard. Learn about the complexity of sustainable forestry and the puzzle of deciding which trees to harvest and which to retain, and how this practice influences a forests' ability to recover and […]
Adventus Retreat | Joining a Hope that has Come
The Spiritual Life Committee invites you to take part in an Advent Retreat from Friday, December 3, 6 pm, until Saturday, December 4, 7 pm. We will have opening and closing time in community with each other on Zoom, as well as optional times in between to join together for the prayer liturgies and meditations […]