East Liberty Presbyterian Church: The Cathedral of Hope

Programs
Spiritual Life Ministry

 
  116 S. Highland Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
412/441-3800
 
The Spiritual Life Ministry at East Liberty Presbyterian Church focuses on helping us to become aware of God’s action and presence in our lives, and to assist in this transformation through the practice of spiritual disciplines that make us more open and responsive to the Spirit’s touch. Spiritual Life offers us a variety of ways to deepen our spiritual connection with God, including:
 
Prayer Groups
  • Centering Prayer Group (contemplative). Drawn from the ancient Christian contemplative tradition, centering prayer is presented in an updated, accessible four-step method. The group meets every Tuesday evening in Room 250 from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. Contact person: Joe Hajdu -- 412-793-8151 or hajdu625 (please add the extension"@comcast.net").
     
  • Ignatian Prayer Group (reflective). Learn various ways of praying with Scripture using forms such as contemplation, meditation, reflection, etc. as described by The Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius of Loyola. Materials are provided each week for use each day. The group meets weekly to share their prayer experiences.
    Once a week, day/time to be determined.
    Facilitator: Lois Lang
 

Holy Ground
Worship Service


Small Groups

A small group is a gathering of 3 to 12 people (sometimes more) who meet on a regular basis to share a common interest. More than a gathering for fellowship, the goals are to become involved in activities for mission or ministry as identified by the group, to offer support for personal and spiritual growth, and to provide an opportunity to pray together. Ideas for forming new groups are welcome.

  • Happy Wanderers. Fellowship for older adults experienced through a variety of local trips and events. Singles and couples are welcome. Most activities are during the day.
    Once a month on different days.
    Facilitator: Lois Lang
     
  • Men’s Wooden Toy Making Group

Short-term Classes and Workshops

Offerings have included Celtic spirituality, exploring healing and wholeness, spiritual disciplines, and themes reflecting the liturgical seasons of Advent and Lent.

Holy Ground Service

A service of prayers for healing and wholeness, with opportunities for individual prayer concerns and requests to be offered. Held at 6 pm, third Sunday bi-monthly, March through November.

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Holy Ground Service

Spiritual Direction

The yearning for God and for the meaning of life are issues that some individuals want to explore. A spiritual director will help the individual to listen for the voice of the Holy Spirit and help him/her become more aware of the presence and action of God in his/her life.
 


For more information on the Spiritual Life Ministry, contact

Dr. Lois Lang
Associate in Ministry for Spiritual Life
email: loisl
(please add the extension "@coh.net" to the email address)
412/441-3800 x41

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