Survey Sunday (November 5)!
On Sunday, November 5th, we will have "Survey Sunday", where we as a community will complete the Holy Cow Survey. This survey will help the congregation discern our next steps. This is a chance for your voice to be heard! More information is coming soon, but make sure to mark your calendars. Please feel free to reach out to leadership with any questions.
Leadership is here to support you during the transition. Please reach out to us with any questions/thoughts/concerns, or if you're looking for ways to get involved. Thank you!
Crossroads Introduction to Anti-Racism Workshop on Zoom, Friday, Nov. 3 (4:30-8:30 pm) and Saturday, Nov. 4 (12:30-4:30 pm).
Crossroads Introduction to Antiracism aims to build a foundation of shared sensitivity to systemic racism and a common language for investigating race and racism. The two day event aims to resource participants in effective ways of dismantling structures of racism and building beloved community.
Here is the link to learn more about this Introduction to Anti-Racism Workshop: https://crossroadsantiracism.org/workshops/
Here is the link to register for the zoom gathering on Nov. 3-4: https://form.jotform.com/232636150221040
A Look Ahead...After Survey Sunday (11/5), we will have a brief three week mini series on Gratitude during the month of November. On November 12, we will explore gratitude for (and loving) yourself; on November 19 we will explore gratitude for (and loving) others; and on November 26, we will explore gratitude for (and loving) the community. Immediately after this, we will be launching into our Advent season. This year's theme is "How does a weary world rejoice?" More information is coming soon. We are looking forward to worshipping with you in the months to come!
Thanksgiving at the Table.
Yes, it is that time of the year again! Recently, LaChan sent out information about volunteering or providing supplies for The Table's annual Thanksgiving meal. Thank you to those who have already volunteered their time or supplies! If you are still looking for ways to get involved, you can be on the lookout for more information from LaChan, or speak to her directly. Her email is hotmetallachan@gmail.com.
On May 2, 2023, the Pittsburgh Presbytery created the Repair and Reconciliation Alliance to thoroughly review the historical experiences of our congregations with African American congregants and staff, and offer recommendations on actions of repair and reconciliation.
We are excited to announce the following Presbyters who have agreed to serve as members of the Alliance:
Rev. Jeff Eddings, Associate Minister for 1001 Worshiping Communities
Elder Karen Gelston, Second United Presbyterian Church of Wilkinsburg
Rev. Dr. Jim Gilchrist, honorably retired
Elder Peter Gilmore, Sixth Presbyterian Church
Rev. Elisabeth Hartwell, Hiland Presbyterian Church
Elder Alan Hohlfelder, Bower Hill Community Church
Rev. Carol Divens Roth, honorably retired
Rev. Gavin Walton, Grace Memorial Presbyterian Church
Rev. Dr. B. De Neice Welch, Bidwell Street United Presbyterian Church
Elder Lenore Williams, East Liberty Presbyterian Church
Please join us in congratulating these members and pray for the Alliance as they begin this important work.