This Week: May 9, 2015

This Week

VOL. XXV, NO. 10 | MAY 9, 2015

COMMUNION SUNDAY

Sunday, May 17 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 am Sanctuary

contact jayne.bjork@pcpc.org or 214-224-2632

SUMMER 2015

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FIRST TUESDAYS GUIDED PRAYER AND WORSHIP 7:00-8:00 AM • CHAPEL JUNE 2 JULY 7 AUGUST 4

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Park Cities Presbyterian Church exists to extend the transforming presence of the Kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ in Dallas and to the world.

OUR FAMILY

EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

births

EVERYONE

• William Taylor Clark, son of Meredith and Taylor Clark (CC#18), on March 30, 2015 deaths

• William “Bill” Bush (CC#15), father of Beverly (and Bob) Morris (CC#08); grandfather of Mary (and Scott) Sweitzer (out-of-town members); great-grandfather of Sarah, Caroline, and Garrison Sweitzer (out-of-town members); grandfather of Carolyn (and Bobby) Smith (CC#14); and great-grandfather of Leighton and Gwendolyn Smith (CC#14), on April 29, 2015 sympathies

• Gayle and James Hinton (CC#15) on the loss of her mother, Mary Lou Galbreath, on April 2, 2015 • Amy and John Shackelford (CC#22) on the loss of her step-brother, Peter Michael Ryan II, on April 6, 2015 • Nancy and Randy Heffner (CC#06) on the loss of her mother; Steven, Daniel, and Anna Heffner (CC#06) on the loss of their grandmother, Rosemarie Hendren, on April 17, 2015

congregational meeting The session has approved this meeting for the purpose of electing officers (deacons and elders for the Class of 2019) and calling Paul Goebel and Chad Scruggs as Associate Pastors Sunday, June 7, 10:40 am, Sanctuary.

Contact sally.rogers@pcpc.org or 214-224-2775.

circle 5 meeting We will meet at the home of Linda Weaver for Bible study, fellowship, and prayer Tuesday, May 19, 10:00 am, 3801 Stratford. If you are interested in joining us beginning in September 2015, please contact Peggy Skidmore, 214-361-4704.

summer bible study

Neatice Warner will teach our study called “Connectivity Issues” from the book of Genesis Wednesdays, May join the choir for a season The Chancel Choir is beginning preparations for the 20–June 17, 10:00–11:00 am, Oak Lawn West (except Festival Americana concert Friday, July 3. With a full June 10 due to VBS at PCPC). Come and enjoy talking orchestra and great American music, it promises to about the connection we have in the grip of our Creator be a fun and spectacular event. Perhaps you aren’t and in His covenant with His people, fulfilled in Jesus. able to sing in the choir on a regular basis but might No registration required. Childcare is available by be able to join for a short season to sing this concert. reservation for children birth through age five by calling Please do! All are welcome. Contact J. Marty Cope, 214-224-2600 by Wednesday, May 13. Contact Linda Weaver, lindaweaver@charter.net. jmarty.cope@pcpc.org or 214-224-2630.

counseling services

We offer professional counseling from licensed YOUNG FAMILIES therapists. Our counselors currently have openings, and some scholarships are available. All counseling sessions 4th-to-5th-grade transition are completely confidential. To make an appointment, We know this transition is a big deal, so we have several contact margaret.doria@pcpc.org or 214-224-2683. opportunities to help kids and their parents make it a success at PCPC. • 4th Grade Graduation: This special occasion marks pca giving opportunities for nepal the celebration of fourth graders in our Elementary If you would like to help by giving toward disaster relief Ministry Sunday, May 17, 11:00 am, Kidz Court. efforts for the massive 7.8 earthquake that struck Nepal, The morning will be a fun and encouraging time we recommend giving through Mission to the World, with memories shared by teachers and volunteers. www.mtw.org, who has a strong presence in Nepal.

Students will get to meet and hear from Danny Partner churches with the PCA in Stimson and the Middle School staff as well! Parents Nepal were directly impacted and are invited to attend. areactively involved in the recovery.

• 4th-to-5th-Grade Transition Day: We will meet in Please pray the Lord’s grace and the Kidz Court Sunday, May 24, 11:00 am, and escort comfort during this time of tragedy. the new middle schoolers over to the Hangout. Pick up of kids will be at the Hangout.

Contact kim.heflin@pcpc.org or 214-224-2556.

MEN

first tuesdays

vbs 2015

Men, bring your friends and join us for guided prayer and The W.I.L.D. Kingdom has filled up quickly! Our waitlist worship Tuesday, June 2, 7:00–8:00 am, Chapel. We is now open as we continue recruiting “tourists” (age will meet the first Tuesday of each month this summer five by September 1, 2015, through rising fourth graders) through August. Contact summer.steinfeld@pcpc.org for Vacation Bible School. We’re still in need of more “tour guides” (volunteers) for our trip. Volunteers have or 214-224-2549. the perk of sending their “jet setters” (birth to age four) to their very own VBS. Register today. Please contact Barrett Ball, vbs@pcpc.org, for general questions and WOMEN heather.squibb@pcpc.org for registration questions.

“When large numbers of people share their joy in common, the happiness in each is greater, because each adds fuel to the other’s flame.”

— Augustine

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THIS WEEK MAY 9, 2015

restore retreat

PCPC is putting more and more priority on extended times of silence with the Lord as a means of grace to grow in Christ. Our Restore Retreat Friday-Saturday, May 15-16, Montserrat Retreat House, Lake Dallas, TX, is an opportunity to meditate on God and His Word in a beautiful setting, enjoy a private room, and participate in two short times of group discussion. Register online.

Cost is $100; assistance available. Contact leslie. newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722.

SCAN HERE TO SIGN UP AS A TOUR GUIDE FOR VBS

may 9

ACT Prayer Walk & Block Party, 9:00 am, 3710 N. Hampton Dr, 224-2501

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Circle 5 Meeting, 10:00 am, 3801 Stratford, 361-4704

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Crown MoneyLife continues, 7:00-8:30 pm, Oak Lawn West, 224-2541

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Women Summer Bible Study, 10:00-11:00 am, Oak Lawn West, 224-2722

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Prayer Time for the Lukers, 5:30-6:30 pm, Oak Lawn West, 224-2551

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4th-to-5th-Grade Transition Day, 11:00 am, Kidz Court, 224-2556

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Restore Retreat, Montserrat Retreat House, 224-2722

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Communion Sunday, 8:00, 9:30, & 11:00 am, Sanctuary, 224-2632

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Hug a Missionary, 10:30-11:00 am, Main Hallway, 224-2551

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4th Grade Graduation, 11:00 am, Kidz Court, 224-2556

URBAN MISSIONS act prayer walk and block party Be a part of our last prayer walk this spring! We’ll meet first for the prayer walk then enjoy a cookout and family activities Saturday, May 9, 9:00 am, 3710 N. Hampton Rd. Bring your whole family, and wear comfortable clothes and shoes for walking. This event is kid friendly!

Contact jenna.tenpenny@pcpc.org or 214-224-2501.

volunteer with our ministry partners Looking for a way to serve God’s people in Dallas and participate in the Great Commission? Urban Missions has service opportunities for you. Whether you have a couple of hours in the morning, afternoon, or evening, weekdays or weekends, we have ministry partners that would love to have you volunteer. Whether God is calling you to serve women, men, teens, or children, we have something for you. Contact Charlotte Medley, charlotte.medley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2715.

thrive is hiring Thrive, a PCPC Ministry Partner, is hiring an administrative assistant and a fetal development presentations coordinator. For more information or to apply by submitting a resumé, please contact jroth@thrivewomensclinic.com.

WORLD MISSIONS prayer time for the lukers Join others for a time of pray for PCPC home church missionaries Hillary and Terrance Luker, who serve in Italy, Tuesday, May 12, 5:30–6:30 pm, Oak Lawn West Conference Room. Contact cindy.rhea@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551. If you cannot come but would like to be added to the Luker’s prayer group, please contact Bridget Bell, bridgetb@sbcglobal.net.

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First Tuesday, 7:00-8:00 am, Chapel, 224-2549 VBS, 9:00 am-noon, PCPC, 224-2825

hug a missionary Come show some love for Michelle, a PCPC kid-turnedmissionary to India, Sunday, May 17, 10:30–11:00 am, Main Hallway. She’ll be accepting hugs and telling stories of life overseas. Help her feel appreciated and supported by her Dallas church family. Contact cindy.rhea@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551.

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PCPC EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES female high school youth intern* Two-year, paid ministry intern will learn and effectively develop the skills needed to minister to ninth- through 12th-grade students. Purpose is to lead students and families into the body of Christ, nurture relationships with Christ, and equip to serve in the name of Christ.

College degree required. Contact cassie.rawson@pcpc. org or 214-224-2762.

elementary program coordinator* Full-time coordinator partners with parents and leaders to produce a healthy, Gospel-centered ministry to disciple children; develops and oversees programs with an active presence; and assists in building effective teams of passionate adults/parents who will put the ministry vision into action. College degree required.

Contact jamie.tanner@pcpc. org or 214-224-2712.

administrative assistant to nursery and childcare* Part-time position helps to provide a safe and godly environment for children in our care in preparation for Sunday morning and non-Sunday morning programs and events. Responsibilities include administrative support, classroom preparation, and assisting in overseeing weekday childcare. Requires initiative, multitasking, and attending to small details while being caring and compassionate. Contact john.primrose@pcpc.org or 214-224-2714. *To apply, please e-mail resumé to careers@pcpc.org.

Full job descriptions available at www.jobsatpcpc.org.

Park Cities p r e s b y t e r i a n c h u r c h ( PCA )

4124 Oak Lawn Avenue Dallas, TX 75219 214-224-2500 www.pcpc.org www.facebook.com/parkcitiespca www.twitter.com/pcpcnews bit.ly/pcpc-app sunday worship

8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 am communion

Sundays, 8:00–9:00 am Wednesday Vespers, 5:30–6:00 pm 24/7 prayer hotline

214-224-2680 or 24/7prayer@pcpc.org general fund budget

2014/2015 operating budget

$13,100,000

July 1–April 26, 2015 budget

$11,416,332

July 1–April 26, 2015 budget

$11,097,974

Budget variance

($318,358)

MAY 9, 2015 THIS WEEK

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VOL. XXV, NO. 10 | MAY 9, 2015 Park Cities Presbyterian Church Sarah Palmer, editor 4124 Oak Lawn Avenue Dallas, Texas 75219-3152 214-224-2711 • fax 214-224-2711 www.pcpc.org

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son of Marimon and Gordon Nettleton

Philip Simpson Nettleton

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Neely Ellis Dodson

son of Ann and Judge Platt

son of Lauren and Chris Zugaro

daughter of Ashley and Joe Januszewski

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Lincoln James Platt

Christopher Mark Zugaro

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Wednesdays, 5:30 pm, Chapel An intimate communion service

VESPERS

Baptisms April 19, 2015