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births • Carter Troy Prater, son of Collin & Casey Prater (CC#06), on June 9, 2016.
sympathy • Collin & Casey Prater (CC#06) on the loss of his grandmother, Jo Ann Hogan, on June 21, 2016.
URBAN MINISTRIES volunteer in the summer partnership
Looking for a fun way to work with kids this summer? Voice of Hope, HIS Bridgebuilders/HIS Kids and Behind Every Door provide summer programs and need you. Whether you’re available a couple of hours, once a week or more—our partners would love to have you. charlotte.medley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2715
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MUSIC & ARTS
precepts august summer study
children and youth choirs
How do people survive when they have no hope? Where do they turn when there’s nothing but misery all around them? The only true hope Christians have is in the Lord. Study Lamentations and get a glimpse of the God whose compassions never fail. Teacher: Susan Keyes Tuesdays , August 9, 16, 23: 9:30–11:30 am, Room 263 or 6:30–8:30 pm, 4025 Marquette, Dallas 75225; Materials: $8 jbscotts@aol.com or call 214-543-7749
SENIOR ADULTS the sacraments for today
west dallas community school clean-up day
Looking for a service project to kick-off the school year? Join Urban Missions on Saturday, August 13, 8:30 am–12:00 pm in serving West Dallas Community School! Volunteers of all ages are needed to clean, paint, garden, and help with teacher projects. Breakfast will be provided. jenna.tenpenny@pcpc.org or 214-224-2501
MISSIONS & CHURCH PLANTING items needed for the missionary house
Our PCPC Missionary House needs gently used games, sports equipment, and books for children 10 and up, especially items for teenage boys! We could also use a storage shed for the backyard. Contact cindy.rhea@pcpc.org, 214-224-2551
esl needs teachers
We perform only two simple rituals: baptism and the Lord's supper. Why? Ron Williams will be teaching, and music will be led by Stephen Nielson on Thursday, July 28, 10:30 am–1:00 pm. We will meet in the Chapel for the teaching, then a light lunch in Fellowship Hall at noon. RSVP for lunch by Tuesday, July 26. jane.beasley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2771
YOUNG ADULTS night of worship rescheduled
We are excited to pray and sing together as one generation of young adults, Friday, August 5, 7:00– 8:30 pm, Chapel. We will pray for the Holy Spirit to work mightily in our families, our marriages, our church, and our call to missions. Childcare birth-K is provided: register online by Wednesday, noon, August 3. All young adults are invited to all the above events including college, singles, marrieds, and families. johnpaul.schulze@pcpc.org or 214-224-2728
It's coming! A new semester of learning opportunities and worship participation for singers kindergarten through grade 12 will begin in September. For more information, contact Lynda Fray. lynda.fray@pcpc.org or 214-224-2636
summer sing choir
Come join the Chancel Choir this summer—one Sunday or every Sunday, your choice. We start at 8:45 am and will learn a simple piece of music to present in worship at 9:30 and 11:00 am. jayne.bjork@pcpc.org or 214-224-2632
COUNSELING & PASTORAL CARE instruments in the redeemer's hands
Get equipped for ministry while being encouraged to personally grow in the Lord. This class continues until August 15, 7:00–8:30 pm, Oak Lawn West. Come to some or all. Register by contacting pat.hobin@pcpc.org or 214-224-2541
SERVE PCPC job openings
Full-time Organist and Associate Director of Music, Full-time Ministry Leader of Preschool, Part-time Coordinator for Tommy Overton & Family Ministry and Part-Time Coordinator for Facilities & Property Management. View full job descriptions at jobsatpcpc. org and email questions or your resumé (with desired position specified) to careers@pcpc.org.
Join PCPC's ESL teaching team for the upcoming school year (September 2016–May 2017). ESL teachers volunteer once a week at one of our four class times—Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30–11:00 am or Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:00–8:30 pm. Sign up to teach alone or with a partner. elizabeth.cunningham@pcpc.org or 214-224-2528
missionary sendoff luncheon for matt steinfeld
Join us on Sunday, August 7, 12:15 pm, for a luncheon to send off Dr. Matt Steinfeld to Lithuania, after his commissioning as a Home Church Missionary in the worship services. Lunch provided, donations appreciated. Please RSVP. cindy.rhea@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551
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$13,200,000
July 1—July 10, 2016 budget
$291,386
July 1–July 10, 2016 giving
$252,374
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“Nobody worries about Christ so long as He can be kept shut up in churches. He is quite safe there, but there is always trouble if you try to let Him out.” — G. A. Studdert Kennedy
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Extending the Gospel in Cross-Cultural Relationships We all have increasing in contact with people from other cultures. How can we establish meaningful relationships with them and build effective bridges for the Gospel? Join us as we equip ourselves to extend the Gospel in cross-cultural relationships. This last seminar will be led by the PCPC Missions & Church Planting staff and Global Institute of Applied Linguistics (GIAL) Wednesday, 27, 7:00–9:00 pm, Room 301. No need to RSVP, come as you are able. elizabeth.cunningham@pcpc.org or 214-224-2528
frontline ministry needs volunteers
PCPC exists to extend the transforming presence of the Kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ in Dallas and to the world. The question is, “How can you be directly involved?” One way is through our new churchwide welcoming, greeting, and hospitality ministry called Frontline. Volunteers will engage members and visitors as they arrive at PCPC’s doors, parking lots, and hallways, ensuring everyone who attends feels welcomed and included. Contact Cole Robertson for more information. frontlineministry@pcpc.org or 214-415-2287
assist the officer fund
PCPC is a church that “opens wide her doors and offers welcome” to “all who mourn and long for comfort.” As Dallas Police Chief Brown expressed his heartbreak over the loss of the five fallen guardians of freedom, the City of Dallas mourns. Please remember the families in your prayers, and if you feel led, you can go to atodallas.org to donate to the fund for families of our fallen officers. 100% of the proceeds go to the families. sally.rogers@pcpc.prg or 214-224-2775
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