OUR FAMILY death
• Charles E. Morris (CC#18), husband of Nancy Morris (CC#18), on Monday, March 28, 2016. • Elizabeth D. McElroy (CC#13), on Friday, April 1, 2016. sympathy
• Doug & Bonnie Thompson (CC#11) on the loss of her father; Clark & Mollie Thompson (CC#17) on the loss of their grandfather, John Moncrief “Monte” Bee, on Friday, March 11, 2016. • Tad & Sally Votteler (CC#22) on the loss of his mother; Alexis, Teddy, & Anna Grace Votteler (CC#22) on the loss of their grandmother, Grace Vermelle "Mimi" Votteler, on March 11, 2016. • Gerry & Patty Smith (CC#13) on the loss of her father, Herb Lynch, on March 21, 2016. • Steve & Kelly Valenta (CC#11) on the loss of his mother; Tom & Hank Valenta (CC#11) on the loss of their grandmother, Ricki Oliver Valenta, on Saturday, April 2, 2016. • Michael & Maryann Denton (CC#08) on the loss of her mother; Barrett, Madeleine, & Natalie Denton (CC#08) on the loss of their grandmother, Leta Arthur, on Sunday, April 3, 2016. • Kevin & Julie Weber (CC#08) on the loss of his sister; Cassie, Alex, Topher, & Julie (CC#08) on the loss of their aunt; Sherry Barnes, on April 5, 2016. births
• Henry Asher Seifert, son of David & Emily Seifert, on February 4, 2016. • Cooper James Knox, son of Jim & Linda Knox, on Thursday, March 24, 2016.
WOMEN Women! Join us for the third annual Just Run benefiting Daughters of Cambodia and New Friends New Life at Smith Park (4000 Caruth Blvd.), Thursday, April 21, 6:00 pm. It is a 2- or 3- mile walk/run as we hear about God’s compassion and raise funds for these two ministries. Bring your children and friends and enjoy an evening of fun and fellowship. After the race there will be food, fellowship, bounce house and silent auction Register at register.pcpc.org or at the race site, cost is $25 (children under 12 are free). Race starts at 6:30 pm. Contact anncarolyn.williams@pcpc. org or 214-224-2725.
restore semi-silent retreat
The PCPC Women's Ministry invites you to know Christ better in the solitude of this retreat centered on prayer and God’s Word, May 13–14, at Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House. Each participant will be provided with a private room and opportunity to enjoy the beautiful setting in silence, as well as two brief group discussion times and fellowship during meals. Cost: $130. Contact leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722.
circle 5
We will meet at the home of Ruth Millis, #1204 Presbyterian Village North, 8600 Skyline Dr, Dallas, TX 75243, for Bible study, fellowship, and prayer, Tuesday, April 19, 10:00 am. Call 214-361-4704 with questions. Contact leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722.
general fund budget
$13,300,000
July 1–April 3, 2016 budget
$10,769,145
July 1–April 3, 2016 giving
$10,476,531
Budget variance
($292,614)
“It is a great thing to be subject to the sovereignty of God.” —Derek Thomas
No Cover-Ups!–Relentless Truth!, taught by Neatice Warner, Wednesdays, May 18–June 15, 10:00–11:15 am, Oak Lawn West. Register for childcare birth-K at register.pcpc.org. Questions contact Linda Weaver, lindaweaver@charter.net. Contact leslie.newman@ pcpc.org or 214-224-2722.
URBAN MISSIONS
the just run
2015/2016 operating budget
women's spring bible study
transform dallas: work day
Saturday, April 16, PCPC is participating in a citywide day of service called TRANSFORM DALLAS. There are numerous work sites and projects around town serving with various ministries. Grab your family, grab your friends and come serve with us! Contact jenna. tenpenny@pcpc.org or 214-224-2501.
called to the city: missionary lunch
Come encourage our Urban Home Church Missionaries as they tell stories of rescue, and how the Lord called them to the city of Dallas. Featuring: Melissa and Trey Hill; Ellen and Reid Porter; Maribeth and Rusty Coffee; and Annie Roberson. Sunday, April 17, 12:15 PM, Fellowship Hall. Lunch provided, donations appreciated. RSVP. Contact jenna.tenpenny@pcpc. org or 214-224-2501.
STUDENTS mission dallas
Current 7th–8th graders, are you interested in serving this summer? Join the PCPC Middle School Ministry by participating in Mission Dallas by serving alongside For the Nations Refugee Ministry, July 10–15, in Garland, TX. Submit your application to danny.stimson@pcpc. org by Sunday, April 24. Contact cassie.rawson@pcpc. org or 214-224-2762.
FAMILIES song & story
Join the Children’s Ministry for this last Song & Story of the school year on Friday, April 22, 10:30–11:30 am, Room 107/109. Suitable for toddlers through kindergarten. Contact austin.ariail@pcpc.org.
young families kiddie pool party
Join us for a potluck dinner and fun, Saturday, May 7, 4:30–7:00 pm, 3808 Caruth Blvd., for children Birth–5 years. Contact johnpaul.schulze@pcpc.org or 214-224-2584.
vbs 2016–the finish line
The VBS Olympics Committee is looking for Olympians ages 5 (by 9/1/16) to rising fourth graders to participate in the race! We’re also in need of several Trainers (aka Volunteers) to work with our outstanding Olympians! Contact vbs@pcpc.org or 214-224-2825.
YOUNG ADULTS young adults monthly prayer
Gather together to pray for our church, city, and world. Sunday, May 8 4:00–5:00 pm, 4316 Holland. RSVP to Cindy Zoellner, czollner@yahoo.com. Contact erin. golangco@pcpc.org or 214-224-2728.
SERVE PCPC job openings These paid positions are open; Full-Time Ministry Leader of Preschool, Full-time Coordinator for Tommy Overton & Family Ministry. View full job descriptions at jobsatpcpc.org and email questions or your resumé (with desired position specified) to careers@pcpc.org.
EVERYONE officer recommendations arpil 1–30
The session has approved the month of April for members to submit recommendations for the offices of deacon and elder, Class of 2020. A screening committee led by Ruling Elder Jim Madden and composed of elders, deacons, and laity will interview all men who are recommended and consider their qualifications before submitting a list of potential officer candidates to the session for approval. The men approved by the session will undergo training in classes on the Bible, The Westminster Confession of Faith, The Book of Church Order, and officer-specific books, and stand for election by the congregation in the Spring of 2017. Recommendation forms are in the literature racks throughout the church. If you have questions please go to recommendations.pcpc.org. Contact sally.rogers@pcpc.org or 214224-2775.
MISSIONS & CHURCH PLANTING mcallen family mission trip informational
Serve alongside your whole family on the US/Mexico border. Support the work of home church missionaries Jon and Libby White who serve at the Rio Grande Bible Institute, which provides low cost seminary education to Hispanic leaders from across the Spanish-speaking world. Ministry will include serving children at an immigration center, light construction, painting, and a Spanish VBS program. Join us to learn more about this mission opportunity, Sunday, April 17, 12:15 pm, Room 302! Contact corey.page@pcpc.org or 214-224-2510.
ladies' missionary brunch
Join us Friday, April 29, 10:00-11:30 am, in Oak Lawn West, for coffee, brunch, and fellowship as we hear from and pray for PCPC women serving around the world. RSVP by noon, Monday, April 25. Contact cindy.rhea@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551.
international friendship partners
Join us for a welcoming party to find out more about becoming a Friendship Partner to international students from SMU and help us kick off the semester. Friendship partners can help students practice conversation, eat dinner together, attend a soccer game together, and should probably plan to meet together about twice a month. Anyone interested in the program is invited to come and enjoy a night of food and fellowship Thursday, May 12, 6:00–8:00 pm, 3520 Drexel Drive. Contact marykate.barthel@pcpc.org or 214-224-2524.
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