OUR FAMILY
deaths • Dr. Shirley Coln (CC#13) on April 10, 2017. • Barbara Farrell (CC#13), mother of Bob (& Laura) Coalter (CC#16) on April 14, 2017.
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sympathies • Dave & Betsy Willis (CC#09) on the loss of his mother, LaVerne Willis, on April 8, 2017. • Pat & Janie Hamner (CC#21) on the loss of his father; David, Benjamin, & Patrick Hamner (CC#21) on the loss of their grandfather, Richard “Foster” Hamner, on April 19, 2017.
FAMILIES SPRING SONG & STORY
Davis Scott Baker son of Alison and Brent Baker
Bennett Teague Ball son of Monet and George Ball
Hunter Klein Herron son of KK and Chris Herron
John Harper Higginbottom son of Ann and Robbie Higginbottom
Jeffrey Laurence Moredock III son of Elisabeth and Jeffrey Moredock
Nolan Riggs Olles son of Katelyn and Chris Olles
Bear Samuel Ridley son of Chelsea and Davis Ridley
Mary Adelaide Ward daughter of Brooke and Davis Ward
Join the Children’s Ministry this Spring for Song & Story on Friday, May 12, 10:30–11:30 am, Room 122! The program is suitable for ages toddler through kindergarten. We will sing songs, listen to stories, and have an exciting time! Iced tea and water will be provided to parents; lunch will not be served on these dates. No RSVP is necessary. We hope to see you there! austin.ariail@pcpc.org or 214-224-2502
4th grade graduation & transition
Graduation marks the celebration of 4th graders in our Elementary ministry Sunday, May 21, 8:30–9:15 am, Room 104/106. The morning will be a fun and encouraging time for our 4th grade families. Students will receive a diploma and a final word of encouragement from the Children’s ministry staff. Following the graduation and 9:30 service, the Middle School staff will come to pick up the 4th graders from Kids Court to walk them over for the remainder of the morning. They will have their first Sunday School experience in the Middle School Hangout. matthew.statham@pcpc.org or 214-224-2545
vbs 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. Recruitment for youth volunteers (incoming 5th-12th graders) has reached capacity, but our waitlist is open. Don’t delay in registering your youth! We’re still looking for more Sergeants (aka adult volunteers)! Please note that priority will be assigned to waitlisted youth who have a parent also serving at VBS 2017. vbs@pcpc.org
MISSIONS icc new student welcome party
Join us Thursday, May 11, 6:00–8:00 pm, Burleson Park, in showing hospitality to a new group of international students at SMU who are arriving to study English over the summer. To sign up or for more information, contact Sarah Morrison. sarah.morrison@pcpc.org or 214-224-2524
ruf international furniture drive
Are you doing spring cleaning? Consider donating your used furniture (tables, chairs, couches, desks, etc) to incoming international students at SMU. Help their new apartments feel like home! Furniture will be given away at fall kick off party. To donate, contact Chris Morrison to set up pick up. chris.morrison@ruf.org or 214-693-7662
WOMEN semi-silent contemplative retreat
This semi-silent retreat offers participants the opportunity to quietly meditate on God’s Word in a beautiful setting as they enjoy their own private room. 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 Peggy Skidmore, 7215 Stefani Drive, on Tuesday, May 16, 10:00 am. We will have fellowship, Bible study and prayer together. Call Peggy, 214-361-4704, with any questions.
women's maymester bible study
Join us May 17–31, 10:00–11:15 am and June 7, 1:30–2:45 pm, Oak Lawn West, for "Conversations with the Creator" led by Neatice Warner. This study will be four lessons on prayer and God’s Word and the wisdom of individuals’ insights into prayer. Each lesson will focus on God’s communication with us and ours with Him. We will also be looking at Jesus’ conversation with God in our time together. Childcare is available for children birth–K by reservation only. leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722
SERVE PCPC job openings View full job descriptions and find information to submit a resumé at jobsatpcpc.org.
hosting missionaries
Do you have a guest room or backhouse? Are you going out of town for a week or two? PCPC missionaries come into town throughout the year and often need a place to stay! Please contact Cindy Rhea if you might be interested in hosting a missionary or having them stay at your home while you are gone. cindy.rhea@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551
general fund
budget
2016/2017 operating budget
$13,200,000
July 1—April 16, 2017 budget
$11,036,900
July 1—April 16, 2017 giving
$11,473,210
Budget variance
$436,310
“You can be shaped by the world around you, or you can be shaped by the Word within you. If, then, you are shaped by the Word within you, you will know how to live in the world around you.” –Nancy Guthrie
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EVERYONE commitment sunday
Join us on Commitment Sunday, April 30, at any of our three services, where we will offer our three-year pledge cards to the Extend Vision during worship.
officer recommendations for class of 2022
The session has approved the month of May for members to submit recommendations for the offices of deacon and elder, Class of 2022. A screening committee led by ruling elder Jim Madden and composed of elders, deacons, and laity will interview all recommended men 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 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 2018. Officer recommendation forms can be found online. sally.rogers@pcpc.org or 214-224-2775
congregational meeting for the election of officers, class of 2021
The Session of PCPC has approved a congregational meeting to take place between the 9:30 and 11:00 am worship services on Sunday, June 4, for the purpose of electing elders and deacons for the Class of 2021. Candidates have successfully completed the officer training classes and have been approved by the session. Members must be present to vote on the slate. Photos and profiles of the candidates will be published here and in eThisWeek in May. The ordination and installation of the Class of 2021 will be Sunday, June 11, during the 9:30 and 11:00 am worship services. sally.rogers@pcpc.org or 214-224-2775
pcpc@work fellowship & internships
Pegasus Fellowship, Class of 2017-2018 The Pegasus Fellowship is an intensive nine-month theological and spiritual development program designed to equip Christians for Gospel leadership in the world. The Fellowship runs from Labor Day through Memorial Day. Applications due by May 15. www.pegasusfellowship.com Pegasus Internship, Summer 2017 The Pegasus Internship is an intensive four-week theological, spiritual, and professional development program designed to equip students for Gospel leadership beyond the classroom. The class runs June 3–June 30, and is for high school- and college-aged students. Now accepting applications. www.pegasusinternship.com
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