This Week VOL. XXV, NO. 11 | MAY 23, 2015
Officer Nominees
for June 7 officer election
These men were recommended by the congregation in 2014 as candidates for the Class of 2019. Under the leadership of pastors and elders, they have successfully completed study in the Scripture, the Westminster Confession of Faith, and the Book of Church Order. The PCPC session has approved the slate and called a congregational meeting Sunday, June 7, 10:40 am, Sanctuary, to elect these men as officers as well as to call Paul Goebel and Chad Scruggs as associate pastors.
DEACON candidates Josh Amundson
Michael Denton Wife: Maryann Children: Barrett, Madeleine, and Natalie Occupation: oil and gas exploration, investments Years at PCPC: 24 Leisure: spending time with family and friends; outdoor activities; travel Passion at PCPC: teaching our children; helping others in need
Joseph Dickerson Wife: Anna Children: Laird and Grace Occupation: construction project manager Years at PCPC: 6 Leisure: basketball; fixing things and working in my shop; traveling with my wife; sports with my son; holding my new baby girl Passion at PCPC: sharing the love of Christ with those with special needs
Brad Hagstrom Wife: Priscilla Children: Sophia and Olivia Occupation: marketing (digial innovation) Years at PCPC: 15 Leisure: playing basketball or swimming Passion at PCPC: Helping Hands ministry
Richard Hinton Wife: Mary Joy Children: Elizabeth Occupation: physician— neurologist Years at PCPC: 15 Leisure: golf and music Passion at PCPC: serving those in need; mentoring in EQUIP
Kyle Manley Wife: Megan Children: Baxter, Betsy Grace, and Susanna Occupation: investment management Years at PCPC: 3 Leisure: college football; travel; reading Passion at PCPC: Business-As-Mission; Faith and Work
David McDonald Wife: Marcy Children: David, Alex, Robert, Randal, and Anna Occupation: CPA Years at PCPC: 15 Leisure: reading; sailing and racing; spending time with family Passion at PCPC: extending the Kingdom with hospital care visitation
John Schimmer Wife: Jane Ann Children: John, Elizabeth, and Jackie Occupation: Christian school consultant and board trainer Years at PCPC: 7 Leisure: woodworking; photography; travel Passion at PCPC: that we will be steadfast in teaching the whole Counsel of God; community outreach
Ben Smith Wife: Libby Children: Oliver Occupation: CPA Years at PCPC: 4 Leisure: watching and playing soccer Passion at PCPC: serving those in need
Troy Smith Wife: Sue Carolyn Children: William and David Occupation: diagnostic radiologist (retired) Years at PCPC: 24 Leisure: spending time with grandchildren and family at the lake; hiking Passion at PCPC: hearing God’s Word preached; mission support to extend the Kingdom of God in Dallas and the world
Ben Sumner Wife: Allison Children: Keyes, Owen, and Charlie Occupation: commercial real estate Years at PCPC: 16 Leisure: fishing Passion at PCPC: bringing the basics of Jesus’ Word and wisdom to those for whom it may be new
Houston Hunt
Greg Morris
Boots Nowlin*
Wife: Nicole Children: John and Audrey Occupation: real estate investor Years at PCPC: 8 Leisure: singing in the PCPC choir Passion at PCPC: as we are equipped for the work of ministry, we would build up the body of Christ in community: growing in faith, hope, and love
ELDER candidates Eric Horan
Wife: Michelle Children: Lleyton, Wyatt, Everett, and Beckham Occupation: real estate investment management Years at PCPC: 13 Leisure: family; sports; travel Passion at PCPC: disciple-making, evangelism, and equipping God’s people with His Word, producing godly leaders in the home, workplace, and community
Wife: Betsy Children: Nelson, Robert, and Elizabeth Occupation: oil and gas Years at PCPC: 24 Leisure: gardening Passion at PCPC: Billy Graham Call Center
Alan Garrison
Occupation: retired Years at PCPC: 8 Leisure: art appreciation Passion at PCPC: worship
Wife: Donna Wife: Susan Children: Emily and Ellen Children: Kendall, Bryn, Occupation: international and Elise humanitarian aid and crisis Occupation: financial relief advisor Years at PCPC: 11 Years at PCPC: 24 Leisure: time with my four grandchildren Leisure: fixing things that are broken; Passion at PCPC: to encourage worship biking; running; golf and praise through music and the Word; Passion at PCPC: impacting our to help brothers and sisters in Christ grow community, our city, and our world in and strengthen their walk with the Lord for Christ
* already ordained; to be installed only
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
MEN
congregational meeting
first tuesdays
• Annie Claire Pollard, daughter of Erina and Cory Pollard (CC#09), on May 11, 2015 marriages
• Caroline Jordan LaRash and Brian Christopher Kerr on April 18, 2015
The session has approved this meeting for the purpose Bring friends and join us for guided prayer and worship of electing officers (deacons and elders for the Class Tuesday, June 2, 7:00–8:00 am, Chapel. We will meet of 2019) and calling Paul Goebel and Chad Scruggs as the first Tuesday each month through August. Contact associate pastors Sunday, June 7, 10:40 am, Sanctuary. summer.steinfeld@pcpc.org or 214-224-2549. Contact sally.rogers@pcpc.org or 214-224-2775.
new day community Please join us for this short information session to learn more about a new Sunday Morning Community focusing on adults with intellectual disabilities Sunday, May 24, 12:15–12:45 pm, Fellowship Hall. Whether you know someone looking for a church home, have an interest in helping out, or just want to hear more about our sense of God’s calling, we would love to have you. Contact summer.steinfeld@pcpc.org or 214-224-2549.
rescued This series centers around equipping for evangelism at home and around the world Mondays, July 1–29, 7:00–9:00 pm, Room 300. Chad Scruggs, Mark Davis, Julian Russell, Chris Morrison, Mark Fulmer, and others will lead. Contact elizabeth.cunningham@pcpc.org or 214-224-2528.
join the choir for a season
“Ransomed men need no longer pause in fear to enter the Holy of Holies. God wills that we should push on into His Presence and live our whole life there... It is more than a doctrine to be held, it is a life to be enjoyed every moment of every day.” — A. W. Tozer
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THIS WEEK MAY 23, 2015
WOMEN connectivity issues Neatice Warner will teach from the book of Genesis Wednesdays, May 20–June 17, 10:00–11:00 am, Oak Lawn West (except June 10 due to VBS at PCPC). We’ll talk about the connection we have in the grip of our Creator and in His covenant with His people, fulfilled in Jesus. No registration required. Contact Linda Weaver, lindaweaver@charter.net.
precepts summer study Join us for part two of Daniel (chapters 7-12), Gaining Understanding of the Time of the End, Tuesdays, June 2–August 4, 9:30–11:30 am, Room 263. You don’t need to have taken part 1 in order to enjoy this study. Materials cost $25; taught by Susan Keyes. Contact Judy Scott, jbscotts@aol.com or 214-363-5287.
Join the Chancel Choir for a short season to sing in the a mother’s heart Festival Americana concert Friday, July 3. With a full Our “summer version” of this study focuses on sections orchestra and great American music, it promises to be of Gospel Powered Parenting Tuesdays, June 2–30, a fun and spectacular event. All are welcome. Contact 10:30–11:30 am, Room 107/109. We will be discussing J. Marty Cope, jmarty.cope@pcpc.org or 214-224-2630. God’s truth for a mom’s daily life with lots of practical emphasis. Contact leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722. pcpc employment opportunities We have the following open postitions: Female High School Youth Intern, Elementary Program Coordinator, walk and talk and Administrative Assistant to Nursery and Childcare. Come on time and ready to walk the neighborhood View full job descriptions and position-specific contact parks and talk with friends Mondays, June 8–29, 6:30– information online at www.jobsatpcpc.org. To apply, 8:30 pm. Meet at Zoe’s Kitchen, 3878 Oak Lawn Ave, please e-mail resumé to careers@pcpc.org. Ste 314. After we walk, we will discuss God’s Word and eat outside together. Contact leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722. counseling services We offer professional counseling from licensed therapists. Our counselors currently have openings, and some scholarships are available. All counseling sessions COLLEGE are completely confidential. To make an appointment, contact margaret.doria@pcpc.org or 214-224-2683. the college class Home for the summer? Students are invited to attend our Sunday morning class June 7–August 9, 11:00 am, Room 263, and Sunday night fellowship dinners. ADULT MINISTRY Dinner details to be posted weekly online. Contact the empty nest marriage – now what? robby.higginbottom@pcpc.org or 214-224-2731. This course, taught by Pete Deison, targets “empty nester” couples looking to strengthen their love and college summer large group relationship, couples navigating grandchildren, or This summer we will be walking through a series couples facing aging parent issues. The four-week entitled “The Fight of My Life: A Study Based on course meets Sundays, June 7–28, 11:00 am, Oak Lawn Screwtape Letters,” Wednesdays, June 10–August West. Contact pat.hobin@pcpc.org or 214-224-2541. 12, 7:00 pm, High School Room (OLE). Contact robby.higginbottom@pcpc.org or 214-224-2731.
may 24
4th-to-5th-Grade Transition Day, 11:00 am, Kidz Court, 224-2556
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Missionary Dessert Reception, 7:00 pm, 3537 Greenbrier, 224-2551
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Connectivity Issues Bible study, 10:00-11:00 am, Oak Lawn West, 224-2722
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Congregational meeting, 10:40 am, Sanctuary, 224-2775
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Church in the City, 12:15 pm, Fellowship Hall, 224-2501
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The College Class, 11:00 am-noon, Room 263, 224-2731
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Summer Sizzle Kick-Off, 6:30 pm, Curtis Park, 224-2762
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The Empty Nest Marriage—Now What? 11:00 am-noon, Oak Lawn West, 224-2541
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june
VBS, 9:00 am-noon, PCPC, 224-2825
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First Tuesday, 7:00-8:00 am, Chapel, 224-2549
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Walk and Talk, 6:30-8:30 pm, 3878 Oak Lawn Ave, Ste 314, 224-2722
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Precepts summer study, 9:30-11:30 am, Room 263, 363-5287
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College Summer Large Group, 7:00 pm, High School Room (OLE), 224-2731
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A Mother’s Heart, 10:30-11:30 am, Room 107/109, 224-2722
MIDDLE SCHOOL
URBAN MISSIONS
summer sizzle
church in the city
Fifth through eighth graders are invited to the Summer Sizzle Kick-Off Sunday, March 31, 6:30-8:00 pm, Curtis Park, 3500 Lovers Ln. We’ll enjoy a fiesta with games and a taco food truck. Event costs $5; please RSVP to Carley White by Wednesday, May 27. The summer fun continues for fifth and sixth graders MondayTuesday, June 1-2, with two days of activities. Seventh and eighth graders have their own two days of fun events Thursday-Friday, June 4-5. Visit pcpc.org/ youth/middle-school for specific daily details. Contact carley.white@pcpc.org or 214224-2762.
You won’t want to miss this opportunity to attend a church-wide luncheon addressing the educational challenges in Dallas Sunday, May 31, 12:15–1:30 pm, Fellowship Hall. Come hear panelists Trey Hill, Mercy Street; Bentley Craft, West Dallas Community School; Ed Franklin, Voice of Hope; Anita Odom, Young Life West Dallas; Dr. Andrea Nelson, Amelia Earhart/Carver Elementary; Scott Hanson, Serve West Dallas; and other key experts in this field. Please RSVP to jenna. tenpenny@pcpc.org or 214-224-2501.
YOUNG FAMILIES 4th-to-5th-grade transition Fourth graders move up to Middle School Sunday School Sunday, May 24, 11:00 am, Kidz Court. Students should meet at Kidz Court first to be escorted to the Hangout in Oak Lawn East. Students may be picked up afterward at the Hangout. Contact kim.heflin@pcpc.org or 214-224-2556.
vbs 2015
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 The W.I.L.D. Kingdom has filled up quickly! Our waitlist administrative assistant and a fetal development is now open as we continue recruiting “tourists” (age presentations coordinator. For more information five by September 1, 2015, through rising fourth graders). or to apply by submitting a resumé, please contact We’re still in need of more “tour guides” (volunteers) jroth@thrivewomensclinic.com. for our trip. Volunteers have the perk of sending their “jet setters” (birth to age four) to their very own VBS. Register today by scanning the QR WORLD MISSIONS code with your smart device. Please contact Barrett Ball, vbs@pcpc.org, missionary dessert reception for general questions and heather. Join us for a time of fellowship and enjoy some sweet squibb@pcpc.org for registration treats with Michelle, who serves in India, Thursday, questions. June 4, 7:00 pm, 3537 Greenbrier. Please RSVP to cindy. rhea@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551.
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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–May 10, 2015 budget
$11,754,548
July 1–May 10, 2015 budget
$11,360,165
Budget variance
($394,383)
MAY 23, 2015 THIS WEEK
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VOL. XXV, NO. 11 | MAY 23, 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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Sundays • June 7, 14, 21, 28 • 11:00 am navigating changing roles & responsibilities with a Kingdom mindset
the empty nest marriage— NOW WHAT?
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SUNDAY, MAY 31 12:15–1:30 PM
A PANEL DISCUSSION: EDUCATIONAL CHALLENGES IN DALLAS
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Come learn about this new Sunday Morning Community for men and women from all walks of life with a special focus on adults with intellectual disabilities.
sunday, may 24 • 12:15-12:45 pm
information session