OUR FAMILY
births • Charlotte Riley Rowell, daughter of Spencer & Whitney Rowell (CC#22) on August 22, 2017.
sympathies
August 20 , 2017
• Tim & Jenny Martin (Out of town members) on the loss of his father; Hudson & Annalise Martin (Out of town members) on the loss of their grandfather, Loren Martin, August 19, 2017. • Nate & Julie Melihercik (CC#21) on the loss of her grandfather; Anna & William Melihercik (CC#21) on the loss of their great-grandfather, James William Brown II, on August 20, 2017. • Dr. Drew & Carrie Randall (CC#08) on the loss of his father; Holt, Scarlet, Knox, & Buck Randall (CC#08) on the loss of their grandfather, Dr. Warren Randall, on August 22, 2017.
Catherine Cunningham Burns daughter of Anne and Cody Burns
Avery Elizabeth Fowler daughter of Jenny and Cory Fowler
Eleanora Catherine Jones daughter of Claire and Billy Jones
Allegra Paige Lord daughter of Taylor and Josh Lord
URBAN extend luncheon
Join us on Sunday, September 10, 12:15–1:30 pm, Room 301, for a Lunch n' Learn to hear more about PCPC's Mercy Ministries, Good Samaritan and Equip. We will be featuring stories of rescue and a panel discussion with Mercy Ministry volunteers. Lunch provided, donations appreciated. Please RSVP. jenna.tenpenny@pcpc.org or 214-224-2501
Vincent James Mentesana son of Heather and Carl Mentesana
Claire Ashley Robertson daughter of Robyn and Lee Robertson
Charlotte Adelaide Woodard daughter of Melanie and Caleb Woodard
snacks of blessing
PCPC Youth! Come join us on Saturday, September 9, 9:00 am–12:30 pm, PCPC Hangout, as we fill snack bags to bless families in the Dallas area. Lunch will be provided, as well as transportation to and from the BCW packing location. jenna.tenpenny@pcpc.org or 214-224-2501
MUSIC & ARTS children and youth choirs
It's coming! First rehearsal for high school is Sunday, September 10 and the first rehearsals for grades K-8 are Wednesday, September 13. lynda.fray@pcpc.org or 214-224-2636
fall musikgarten
Come join us for family fun and learning! Provide your child with an excellent musical foundation while bonding with your child and new friends. For parents (or grandparents) and children, ages birth to 4 years. 15 weeks, beginning September 11. Class details and registration at pcpcartsacademy.org. frances.cope@pcpc.org, or 214-224-2633.
sara groves, jill phillips, and cindy morgan concert
MEN'S MINISTRY
MARRIAGE MINISTRY
tuesday morning bible study: the psalms
union
Join us on Tuesdays, 7:00–8:30 am, starting September 12. This study on the Psalms is open to men of all ages, in all places of their spiritual journey. Pastors Chad Scruggs and Paul Goebel will alternate teaching. Coffee and donuts will be provided. elaine.montague@pcpc.org or 214-224-2736
WOMEN fall bible studies begin
Women’s Bible studies begin the week of September 12–14! To sign up and for details on each study visit pcpc.org/women. Our Bible studies offer biblical teaching and a caring community at a variety of days and times. All childcare reservations for children birth-K must be made online by noon, Friday, September 8 and in conjunction with registering for a Bible study. leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722
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 and runs Wednesdays, 6:45– 8:30 pm, September 13–November 8, Oak Lawn West. Contact Melissa Abston. union@pcpc.org or 214-224-2679
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 on Mondays, 6:45–8:30 pm, September 11-December 11, Room 261. Contact Bill Bogart. bill.bogart@pcpc.org or 214-224-2559
Each bringing their own unique talent and sound, Sara Groves, Jill Phillips and Cindy Morgan come together in the Shall We Gather tour for a worshipful evening of hymns and harmony, Sunday, September 17, 6:00 pm, Sanctuary. performingarts@pcpc.org
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY fall song & story
Join the Children’s Ministry on September 15, October 20, and November 17, 10:00–11:00 am, in 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 and grandparents; lunch will not be served. No RSVP is necessary. austin.ariail@pcpc.org or 214-224-2502 general fund
budget
2017/2018 operating budget
July 1—August 20, 2017 budget July 1—August 20, 2017 giving Budget variance
$13,400,000 $1,387,030 $1,161,772 ($225,257)
“Holiness is not an experience; it is the re-integration of our character, the rebuilding of a ruin. It is skilled labour, a long-term project, demanding everything God has given us for life and godliness.” — Sinclair Ferguson
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EVERYONE fall midweek begins september 13
MidWeek is an opportunity to rest from your usual weeknight routine, and to join our church family for a refreshing evening of worship, fellowship, and learning. Join us for our Vespers worship service in the Chapel, a delicious dinner in the Fellowship Hall, classes, choirs, and activities for all ages. View the complete schedule at pcpc.org/ midweek/ matt.fray@pcpc.org or 214-224-2570
redemption groups
Redemption Groups are about relationally reentering our stories of sin and suffering in order to experience anew the Christcentered freedom won by God for us in the Gospel. Join us on Mondays, September 11–December 4, 7:00–8:45 pm, Room 301. redemptiongroups@pcpc.org
new member class
Learn about PCPC's vision, purpose, ministries, service opportunities, fellowship opportunities, membership, and more. The class meets on Sundays, September 17–November 5, 9:30–10:40 am, Room 302/304. Please visit pcpc.org to register. debbie.blanton@pcpc.org or 214-224-2744
FAMILIES parenting in the present presents abiding fathers
Join Bill Dotson and Mark Davis this fall as they teach on learning to become the father that God has called you to be. This 10-week study will meet on Wednesdays, September 13–November 15, 11:45–1:00 pm. Lunch will be provided, donations appreciated. The cost of the class is $25 to cover books and materials. For more information or to register, please go to pcpc.org/abidingfathers. cassie.rawson@pcpc.org or 214-224-2737
COUNSELING & PASTORAL CARE divorcecare
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 run Wednesdays, 6:45–8:30 pm, September 13–December 13, Room 305, and are led by Jim and Patty Moody. divorcecare@pcpc.org or 214-224-2771
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