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sympathy • Slayden & Carol Diehl (CC#09) on the loss of his sister, Ann Diehl McInnis, on March 7, 2017. • Tom & Carla Gale (CC#12) on the loss of his father; Grayson & Burton Gale (CC#12) on the loss of their grandfather, Bill Gale, on March 7, 2017.
March 19 , 2017
• Larry & Cheryl Patterson (CC#04) on the loss of his mother; Jamie, William, & Willy Patterson (CC#04), & Tatum Wells (CC#04) on the loss of their grandmother, Nancy Patterson, on March 10, 2017. • Kirk & Tracy DeBoer (CC#18) on the loss of her grandfather; Samantha DeBoer (CC#18) on the loss of her great-grandfather, Charles McGregor, on March 11, 2017.
Jacob Martin Cope IV son of Marissa and J. Marty Cope
• Ed & Anne McDow (CC#19) on the loss of his father; Beth McDow (CC#18) on the loss of her grandfather; Joel & Elizabeth McDow(CC#18) on the loss of his grandfather, Pete McDow, on March 18, 2017.
Daley Elizabeth McFarland daughter of Molly and Matthew McFarland
FAMILIES
Reed Simon DeLuca son of Jennifer and Graham DeLuca
Britton David Mueller son of Claire and David Mueller
Eliza DuBose Ligón daughter of Natalie and Cheves Ligón
Margot Tate Rodriguez daughter of Ryan and Adrian Rodriguez
William Charles Wallace son of Kiki and Andy Wallace
easter song & story
Bring toddlers-K children Friday, April 7, 10:30 am– noon, to hear great stories read by PCPC pastors and staff, sing songs in anticipation of Christ’s resurrection, and enjoy lunch and a craft with friends! Lunch is provided. RSVP: register.pcpc.org by Tuesday, April 4. austin.ariail@pcpc.org or 214-224-2502
preparing for easter Join us Sunday, April 9, 4:30–6:30 pm, for our Palm Sunday Family Worship Service. We will start in the Sanctuary with songs about Christ’s sacrifice and reading scriptures chronicling Christ’s journey from Palm Sunday to His death, even as we anticipate Easter morning. Then dinner, crafts, and dessert will follow in Fellowship Hall. Please register online. austin.ariail@pcpc.org or 214-224-2502
boot camp - march on!
Bring your soldiers ages 5 (by 9/1) to rising fourth graders June 5-8! A mini-camp will be held for volunteers' children ages 0-4. Registration is open at pcpc.org. vbs@pcpc.org
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WOMEN
eggstravaganza
semi-silent contemplative retreat
Bring your family on Saturday, April 1, 11:00 am– 2:00 pm, 2300 Canada Drive, to Mercy Street’s celebration in the West Dallas Community School field. This is a great opportunity to fellowship with families in the West Dallas community. Activities include Easter egg hunts, obstacle courses, face painting, crafts, bungee trampolines, and wall climbing. jenna.tenpenny@pcpc.org or 214-224-2501
transform dallas: work day
PCPC is participating in a citywide day of service called Transform Dallas on Saturday, April 8. There are numerous projects and opportunities to serve with various PCPC ministry partners, and the timeframe varies based on the project location. Gather your family, friends, or small group and come serve with us! For more information and instructions on how to register, contact Jenna Tenpenny. jenna.tenpenny@pcpc.org or 214-224-2501
Solitude with the Lord is a vital means of grace to grow in the knowledge of God and provides the ground out of which community grows. This semisilent retreat offers participants the opportunity to quietly meditate on God’s Word in a beautiful setting as they enjoy their own private room. The retreat includes two brief teaching times with discussion and the remaining time in silence. Join us Friday, May 5, 6:00 pm–Saturday, May 6, 4:00 pm, Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House, 600 North Shady Shores Drive. The cost is $130. More details at pcpc.org/women. leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722
circle 5
Circle 5 will meet at the home of Carolyn Galloway, 3405 Amherst, on Tuesday, April 18, 10:00 am. We will have fellowship, Bible study and prayer together. Call Peggy, 214-361-4704, with any questions.
amazing jakes with middle school ministry
Parents and 4th graders, come meet the Middle School ministry staff for a couple of hours of fun at Amazing Jakes in Plano Saturday, April 29, 12:00–2:00 pm. We will chow down at the pizza buffet, play lots of arcade games, race go-karts, and play laser tag. The cost per 4th grader for the event is $15, which includes a pizza buffet, unlimited drinks, 2 hours of unlimited rides, and a $10 arcade card. Parents are invited to attend too and can enter in at no cost. If siblings are coming along and wish to enjoy the attractions, rides, and lunch, the cost is $15. Payment is due at Amazing Jakes on the day of the event. Please register online. matthew.statham@pcpc.org or 214-224-2545
general fund
budget
2016/2017 operating budget
$13,200,000
July 1—March 5, 2017 budget
$9,671,723
July 1—March 5, 2017 giving
$9,403,069
Budget variance
($268,653)
“Christ the Lord is ris’n today, Alleluia! Sons of men and angels say, Alleluia! Raise your joys and triumphs high, Alleluia! Sing, ye heav’ns, and earth, reply, Alleluia!” — Charles Wesley
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EVERYONE all-church prayer for healing
Come for a prayer service Sunday, April 2, 5:00 pm, Sanctuary, where our elders will be praying over all who might have needs for spiritual, physical, emotional, or relational healing. Prayer requests will be shared with and prayed for privately with two or three elders and held in confidence. Visitors are welcome. cassie.rawson@pcpc.org or 214-224-2737
a voice of lamentation: holy week: april 9-16
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Participate in the Lord's passion and celebrate His resurrection with us! Palm Sunday Services–8:00, 9:30, 11:00 am; Weekday Services- Monday–Friday, noon–12:35 pm (lunches following: $9); Wednesday Vespers–5:30 pm; Maundy Thursday Communion–7:00 pm; EASTER Sunday Services–8:00, 9:30, 11:00 am (identical services). Shuttle parking will run from the Two Turtle Creek parking garage. Childcare is available for children birth-K by registration only at least 48 hours before the event for weekday events. Elementary classes will not meet Easter Sunday. Find information on scriptures and speakers at pcpc.org. daniel.tillman@pcpc.org or 214-224- 2632 New PCPC Holy Week devotionals will be available in print on Sunday, April 2, and online during Holy Week. terri.speicher@pcpc.org or 214-224-2710
church in the city speaker series luncheon
PCPC@WORK hosts this next Church in the City Speaker Series luncheon on Wednesday, April 26, 12:00–1:15 pm, Fellowship Hall. Come hear Josh Yates and Greg Thompson of Thriving Cities speak on their commitment to helping scholars, foundations, city officials, religious leaders, politicians, business people, nonprofits, and residents alike answer the question, what does it mean and take to thrive in my city and how can I contribute? Lunch will be provided, donations accepted. debbie.blanton@pcpc.org or 214-224-2744
SERVE PCPC job openings View full job descriptions and find information to submit a resumé at jobsatpcpc.org.
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