This Week VOL. XXV, NO. 17 | AUGUST 29, 2015
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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
sympathies
EVERYONE
• Susan and Joel T. Williams III (CC#01) on the loss of his father; Laura and Brandon Chavoya (CC#01) on the loss of their grandfather, Marguerite, Hazel, William, and Thomas Williams (CC#01) on the loss of their great-grandfather, Joel T. Williams Jr. (CC#21) on July 24, 2015 • Katie and Nathan Walters (CC#02) on the loss of her grandfather; Ellie, Madeline, and Juliet Walters (CC#02) on the loss of their great-grandfather. • Diane and Dick Steele (CC#08) on the loss of his mother, Tillie Steele on August 6, 2015. deaths
• Joel T. Williams Jr. (CC#21), on August 17, 2015. births
• Wade Austin Glover Jr., son of Caroline and Wade Glover, on August 5, 2015 • Miriam Mendoza Wilson, daughter of Natalie and Matt Wilson, on August 14, 2015
esl lunch & learn
Mark your calendar to come hear about and pray for helping hands PCPC’s ESL Ministry as the school year gets underway Please join with your Deacons to extend your Helping Sunday, August 30, 12:15–1:30 pm, Fellowship Hall. For Hands to our Single Moms, Widows/ers, Senior Adults, more information contact elizabeth.cunningham@pcpc. and those with Chronic illness who have asked for org or 214-224-2528 . your assistance around their homes on Saturday, September 26, 8:00 am–1:00 pm. To volunteer contact wilma.morgan@pcpc.org or 214-224-2742. vespers Vespers is a unique PCPC experience. This weekly intimate communion service is rich and refreshing as pcpc foundation vision night you worship the Lord Jesus Christ. It features hymns, The vision night will bring to life the vision for the prayer, scripture reading, meditations, and communion. Foundation and give an overview of its concept and Join us every Wednesday at 5:30 pm, in the Chapel. purpose on Thursday, October 8, 7:00–8:30 pm in Contact amy.tassos@pcpc.org or 214-224-2740 . Fellowship Hall. Contact nancy.ross@pcpc.org or 214224-2739.
pcpc@work presents: edmund moy
We are launching a new strategic initiative called PCPC@WORK by offering a lunch series featuring speakers who have faithfully attempted to integrate their faith and their work. Edmund Moy will be the first speaker. The lunch will be on Thursday, September 10, at 12:00 pm in Fellowship Hall. Contact Debbie Blanton at debbie.blanton@pcpc.org or 214-224-2744.
midweek Join us weekly for dinner, fellowship, and study this fall September 16–December 16, Wednesdays, 5:30-9:00 pm. From kids to adults, there is sure to be something for everyone. View the complete schedule at pcpc. org/midweek. Contact summer.steinfeld@pcpc.org or 214-224-2549.
reinvest
“Sometimes God allows what He hates to accomplish what He loves..” — Joni Eareckson
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THIS WEEK AUGUST 29, 2015
divorce care
Are you seeking help and healing for the hurt of separation or divorce? Join our weekly support group. new member class Learn about PCPC’s vision, purpose, ministries, service Materials are $25 (scholarships available). The course opportunities, fellowship opportunities, membership, starts on Wednesday, September 16, is open to the and more this fall Sundays, September 13–November community, and covers topics such as The Road to 1, 9:30 am, Room 302/304. Register online by Friday, Healing, Facing My Anger, and New Relationships. January 9. Contact debbie.blanton@pcpc.org or Childcare reservations available by calling 214-2242600 at least 24 hours before each week’s class. 214-224-2744. Contact divorcecare@pcpc.org or 214-224-2683.
YOUTH middle school fall retreat All fifth to eighth graders: Our Middle School Fall Retreat is almost here, so save the date for the weekend of October 16–18 at Sky Ranch. We will head to camp in East Texas for a weekend of great teaching, fun games, and awesome adventures. Please visit pcpc.org/events for more information. Or contact cassie.rawson@pcpc.org or 214-224-2762.
WORSHIP AND ARTS fall musikgarten
Come join us for family fun and learning! Provide your child with an excellent musical foundation while Looking for a way to serve at PCPC? Reinvest in the next generation! PCPC Children’s and Youth Ministries bonding with your child and new friends. For parents are currently seeking volunteers to reinvest in the lives (or grandparents) and children, ages birth to 5 years. of children and youth. Contact austin.ariail@pcpc.org Classes start Monday, September 14. Contact frances. or 214-224-2502 for Children’s Ministry and christen. cope@pcpc.org or 214-224-2633. nutter@pcpc.org or 214-224-2802 for Youth Ministry.
union
Union is an eight-week course meeting September 16–November 4, at 7:00 pm in Oak Lawn West. The course is $60 per couple and covers topics such as The Biblical Meaning of Marriage, Communication, InLaws, Biblical Roles of Husband and Wife, Money and Stewardship, Conflict Management and Sex. Opened to engaged, seriously dating, and newly married couples. Contact amy.tassos@pcpc.org or 214-224-2740.
MEN tuesday morning bible study This study is a wonderful opportunity to grow in fellowship with other men as we strive to live together in the grace of Jesus Christ! The study starts Tuesday, September 15. Contact summer.steinfeld@pcpc.org or 214-224-2549.
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Tuesday Night, 7:00 -9:00 pm, Oak Lawn East, 224-2584
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PCPC@Work: Edmund Moy, 12:00 pm, Fellowship Hall, 224-2744
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New Member Class 9:30-11:00 am, Room 302/304, 224-2744
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Women’s Prayer, 9:00-9:45 am, 3620 Centenary, 224-2722
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Women’s Fall Bible Studies Start, 224-2722
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Men’s Tuesday Morning Bible Study, 7:00-8:30 am, Fellowship Hall, 224-2549
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MIDWEEK Startup, 5:30-9:00 pm, 224-2549
WOMEN
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PCPC@Work: Gloria Nelund, 12:00 pm, Fellowship Hall, 224-2744
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Trans:parenting, 11:00 am-12:00 pm, Oak Lawn East, 224-2762
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PCPC@Work: Maxwell Anderson, 12:00 pm, Fellowship Hall, 224-2744
october 1
PCPC@Work: Albert Erisman, 12:00 pm, Fellowship Hall, 224-2744
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PCPC Foundation Vision Night, 7:00 -8:30 pm, Fellowship Hall, 224-2742
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Middle School Fall Retreat, Sky Ranch, 224-2762
prayer time for pcpc missionaries
Join others to pray through the Missionary Prayer Booklet once a month June 14–December 13, 8:30– women s prayer Come as you are to pray boldly and dependently on 9:30 am in room 205-The Parlor. We meet the second Christ. We value confidentiality and promise to respect Sunday of every month. Contact cindy.rhea@pcpc.org your time. We will be praying for the concerns of our or 214-224-2551. hearts, family, community, city and the world. Begins September 14. Contact allisontdowell@gmail.com or ebrink1@mac.com. WORSHIP AND THE ARTS
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women’s fall bible studies begin
Come get connected with other women seeking to know Christ through His Word with His women starting the week of Tuesday, September 15. For details on each study and how to sign up see www.pcpc.org/ women. All reservations for children birth-K must be made online at www.pcpc.org/women by Friday, September 11 at 12:00 pm and in conjunction with registering for a Bible study. Questions? Please call or email leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722.
WORLD MISSIONS teach esl this year If you speak English, you can help our neighbors lacking this indispensable resource. Volunteer one morning or evening a week from September 14–May 14. Contact elizabeth.cunningham@pcpc.org or 214-224-2528.
stock the pcpc missionary house We have a new missionary house for PCPC missionary families to stay in while on home mission assignment, and we would love your help stocking it with the comforts of home. View our gift registry at Target.com (First name: missionary; Last name: house). Items may be dropped off in the donation box in the main hallway at PCPC or shipped directly to PCPC, Attn: Cindy Rhea, 4124 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX 75219. Contact Cindy Rhea, cindy.rhea@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551.
Miss an issue of This Week? You can download past issues in PDF format at www.pcpc.org. Just scroll over the RESOURCES tab on the menu bar then click on This Week under Publications.
children’s and youth choirs call A new sememster of learning opportunities and worship participation for singers Kindergarten through grade 12 will begin soon. First rehearsals are Sunday, September 13 for high-school, and Wednesday, September 16 for grades K-8. Preregistration is required for kindergarten and first grade due to limited enrollment. For more information, contact lynda.fray@pcpc.org or 214-2242636.
URBAN MISSIONS act is hiring PCPC Ministry Partner, Advocates for Community Transformation, is looking to hire an Attorney/Field Office Director, a Community Advocate (fluent Spanish desired) and a Director of Finance & Administration. Additional internship opportunities will be available in the fall. Learn more at www.actdallas.org/join-ourteam.
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
YOUNG ADULTS
214-224-2680 or 24/7prayer@pcpc.org
tuesday night
general fund
This weekly Bible study for young adults in their 20s and 30s meets Tuesdays, September 8–December 15 from 7:00–9:00 pm. Bring neighbors, co-workers and/or family to hear how Jesus is the answer to the questions of everyday life. All young adults are welcome. Contact johnpaul.schulze@pcpc.org or 214224-2584.
pcpc.org/give
budget
2015/2016 operating budget
$13,300,000
July 1–August 16, 2015 budget
$1,381,891
July 1–August 16, 2015 giving
$1,316,262
Budget variance
($65,629)
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VOL. XXV, NO. 17 | AUGUST 29, 2015 Park Cities Presbyterian Church Carl Sullivan, editor 4124 Oak Lawn Avenue Dallas, Texas 75219-3152 214-224-2711 • fax 214-224-2711 www.pcpc.org
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