OUR FAMILY deaths
• John Vanderveld (CC#05), December 22, 2015. • Dr. Dale Coln (CC#01), husband of Shirley Coln, on January 5, 2016.
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FAMILIES
attorneys@work
children’s and youth choirs
PCPC@WORK has launched its inaugural vocational group for attorneys. The group is meeting every other Tuesday, January 19–April 26, 7:00–8:30 pm in Room 263 at PCPC. Please let us know if you plan on attending. Contact jessica.sanders@pcpc.org or 214-224-2690.
WOMEN
sympathies
• Doug & Linda Dixon (CC#07) on the loss of his father; Delaney, Paul, & Troy Dixon (CC#07) on the loss of their grandfather, Maurice Dixon, on January 6, 2015. births
• James “Bennett” Brewer, son of Travis & Catherine Brewer, on December 28, 2015.
women’s prayer Come as you are to the home of Lori Turpin, 3620 Centenary, Monday, February 1, 9:00–9:45 am, to pray boldly and dependently on Christ. We will pray for the concerns of our hearts, family, community, city and the world. Contact erin.allisontdowell@gmail.com or ebrink1@mac.com for more information.
the bridge The Bridge is designed to encourage women of all life stages to gather and form cross-generational friendships while hearing about the power of God’s grace in a woman’s life. Come to have dinner at 3832 Beverly Drive, Tuesday, February 2, 6:30–8:30 pm, and hear Carrie Jane Pogoloff share the story of the Gospel in her life. Dinner is $5 and no rsvp is necessary. Contact Abigail Powell, abigailppowell@gmail.com.
lenten prayer We invite you to gather in the Chapel with us Wednesday, February 10, noon–12:45 pm, to prepare our hearts for the upcoming Easter season! Childcare is available for children birth through K by reservation at register.pcpc.org. Contact leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-7227.
general fund budget
2015/2016 operating budget
$13,300,000
July 1–January 10 2016 budget
$7,774,471
July 1–January 10 2016 giving
$7,299,158
Budget variance
($475,313)
“Because God is sovereign, He is able to answer. Because He is faithful to His promises, He will answer.” —Jerry Bridges
God’s Word is planted deeply in hearts and minds through singing His Word. Join with us as we learn to sing with understanding, develop music reading skills and prepare to participate in corporate worship services. A new choir semester begins in January. All are joyfully welcome! Contact lynda.fray@pcpc.org or 214-224-2636.
STUDENTS
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thewknd fifth–eighth grade retreat Join us February 12–14 for a fun-filled, Gospelcentered weekend for Middle School students and their friends to have fellowship, worship God, and learn truth from God’s Word. This year, we will take theWKND to a conference called Planet Wisdom, where there will be speakers, a band, skits, and more, all centered upon youth identity in Christ. We will stay together in PCPC host homes in the Dallas area. Cost is $100, paid during registration. Register at register. pcpc.org. Contact cassie.rawson@pcpc.org or 214224-2762.
the point THE POINT is a weekly gathering of fifth-eighth graders that includes fun games, fellowship, and small group study. We meet every Wednesday, starting February 3, from 7:00–8:30 pm in The Hangout (Oak Lawn East). Contact cassie.rawson@pcpc.org or 214224-2762.
SERVE PCPC
young women’s prayer
job openings
Come as you are to the home of Cindy Zoellner, 4316 Holland, Sunday, February 14, 5:30–6:30 pm, to pray boldly and dependently on Christ–for the concerns of our hearts, family, community, city and the world. Contact erin.golangco@pcpc.org or 214-224-2728.
We have the following paid positions open; Full-time Coordinator of Preschool, Full-time Youth Ministry Intern (two positions available), Full-time Coordinator for Music & Arts, and Full-time Ministry Leader to High School. View full job descriptions at jobsatpcpc.org and email questions or your resumé (with desired position specified) to careers@pcpc.org.
EVERYONE wintergrace2016
WinterGrace2016 is coming to PCPC Sunday–Tuesday, January 24–26. Mark Davis, Paul Goebel, and Chad Scruggs will lead us in four sessions on the topic of VOWS: When God says, “I do.” God vows to us and we to Him and each other in marriage, the church, and families.
flowers for sunday morning worship services
Would you like to remember or honor a loved on or friend by giving flowers in our Sunday morning worship services? Your gift will be noted in the Sunday bulletin. The Sanctuary accommodates two floral arrangements, which cost $300 for both. The arrangements may be shared by two families. Perhaps your Sunday school Community would like to give flowers in honor or memory of someone! Reservations are taken on a first come, first serve basis by Helen Stewart or you may sign–up on the Flower Calendar posted on the bulletin board in the South Foyer across from the Information Center. Fill out the information next to your requested date then call Helen to confirm. Contact Helen Stewart, 214-350-7449.
ADULTS the well
The Well, a new Sunday Morning Community, is a community made up of mostly married couples and singles in their 30s and 40s, but all ages and stages are welcome. We desire to know God through the teaching of His Word, through outreach, and through vibrant fellowship. Join us, Sundays at 11:00 am in Room 302. Contact mark. fulmer@pcpc.org or 214-224-2581.
cornerstone community
Cornerstone is a new Sunday Morning Community for newly married couples led by Bill Bogart, starting Sunday, January 10, 9:30 am, in Room 259. The focus is on Christ and the importance of Him as the cornerstone of marriage. Contact bill.bogart@pcpc.org or 214-2242559.
re|engage PCPC’s Marriage Ministry is launching re|engage, a marriage enrichment program for all couples seeking to strengthen their relationship. Re|engage examines God’s design for marriage through testimony, instruction and small group discussion. This 16-week course will take place Mondays, 7:00-8:45 pm, February 1–May 23. Register for class and childcare at register.pcpc.org. Contact bill. bogart@pcpc.org or 214-224-2559.
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