OUR FAMILY
births • Carter Troy Prater, son of Collin & Casey Prater (CC#06), on June 9, 2016.
sympathy • Annie Roberson (CC#16) on the loss of her brother, Ivon Anderson, on July 20, 2016. • Lee & Debbie Owen (CC#21) on the loss of his mother; David & Julie Meyer (CC#03) on the loss of her grandmother; James & Jennifer Reid (CC#03) on the loss of her grandmother; Walt & Alice Meyer (CC#03) on the loss of their greatgrandmother, Patricia M. Owen, on July 23, 2016. • John & Susan Farris (CC#11) on the loss of her father; John Farris Jr. (CC#11) on the loss of his grandfather; Lola Farris (CC#22) on the loss of her grandfather; Matt & Virginia Olson (out-of-town member) on the loss of her grandfather; Elle Olson (out-of-town member) on the loss of her greatgrandfather, James M. Hall, on July 24, 2016.
MUSIC & ARTS
COUNSELING & PASTORAL CARE
children and youth choirs
instruments in the redeemer's hands
marriage
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
• Brittany Bradberry and Christopher Pick, on July 16, 2016.
WOMEN
divorcecare
precepts august summer study
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
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
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
URBAN MINISTRIES 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
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 Are you seeking help and healing for the hurt of separation or divorce? Join our weekly support group. The course is open to the community and childcare reservations are available. Classes will run Wednesdays, 6:45–8:30 pm, September 14-December 14, Room 305, and are lead by Jim and Patty Moody. divorcecare@pcpc.org or 213-224-2683
MARRIAGE MINISTRY union
Our goal at PCPC is to guide you into a marriage as God intended it, so we encourage engaged, seriously dating, or newlywed couples to enroll in UNION. The class, taught by PCPC pastors, covers a variety of topics. Registration is open. Runs Wednesdays, 6:45– 8:30 pm, Oak Lawn West, September 12-November 2. Contact Amy Tassos. union@pcpc.org or 214-224-2740
re|engage
PCPC’s Marriage Ministry offers re|engage, a marriage enrichment program for all couples seeking to strengthen their relationships. Re|engage examines God’s design for marriage through testimony, instruction, and small-group discussion. Runs Mondays, 6:45–8:30 pm, September 12-December 16, Room 261. Registration is open Contact Bill Bogart. bill.bogart@pcpc.org or 214-224-2559
august welcome dinner
Come with your families to welcome our new international students at SMU. We are celebrating on Saturday, August 20, 6:00-8:00 pm, at 2928 Westminster Ave, 75205. We will have food and activities for students, a raffle, and a furniture giveaway. This event is to help students feel welcome in Dallas and is also an opportunity for members to join the fall 2016 launch of Friendship Partners. We are asking everyone to bring a side dish. If you can come or want more information, contact Mary Kate Barthel. marykate.barthel@pcpc.org or 256-345-4479
general fund
budget
2016/2017 operating budget
$13,200,000
July 1—July 24, 2016 budget
$582,773
July 1–July 24, 2016 giving
$623,834
Budget variance
$41,061
“Being in Christ, it is safe to forget the past, it is possible to be sure of the future, it is possible to be diligent in the present.“ — Alexander Maclaren
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EVERYONE frontline ministry needs volunteers
How can you be directly involved in extending the Kingdom? One way is through our new church-wide 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
helping hands
Please join your deacons on Saturday, August 20, 8:30 am-1:00 pm to extend your Helping Hands to our single moms, widows/ers, senior adults, and those with chronic illness who have asked for your assistance around their homes. Skills needed: a loving and caring heart. To volunteer or request help, contact Wilma Morgan. wilma.morgan@pcpc.org or 214-224-2742
fall midweek schedule available
Join us for Vespers, dinner, fellowship, and activities for all. There is a pre-marriage class (Union), Bible studies for men and women (Focus and The Call), a parenting class, a PCPC@Work class, Crown Ministries class, recovery ministries, choirs for adults and children, and youth activities. View the complete schedule at www.pcpc.org/midweek/
MEN'S MINISTRY tuesday morning bible study
Join us on Tuesdays, 7:00–8:30 am, starting September 13 as we study the book of Revelation together, reimagining the hope we have in the gospel and the journey to which God has called us amidst the cosmic conflict between good and evil. This study on Revelation: Hope Reimagined is open to men of all ages, in all places of their spiritual journey. Pastors Chad Scruggs and Paul Goebel will alternate teaching. Coffee, fruit, and donuts will be provided. elaine.montague@pcpc.org or 214-224-2736
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.
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