OUR FAMILY
births • Avery Farris Olson, daughter of Matt & Virginia Olson (out-of-town members) on August 24, 2017.
September 17, 2017
marriages • Lauren Marie Rozanski and Joshua Roy Heavin on May 27, 2017. • Claire Ann Lewis and William Alexander Matso on June 17, 2017. • Taylor Ann Fisher and Kyle Story Morrison on June 24, 2017.
deaths • Kathryn “Kaye” J. Lane (CC#05) on September 11, 2017.
sympathies • John & Susan Farris (CC#11) on the loss of her mother; John Farris, Jr. (CC#11) on the loss of his grandmother; Lora Farris (CC#22) on the loss of her grandmother; Matt & Virginia Olson (out-of -town members) on the loss of her grandmother; Elle & Avery Olson (out-of-town members) on the loss of their great-grandmother, Clarine Capuzzi Hall, on August 6, 2017. • Bobby & Mollie Halpin (CC#08) on the loss of his mother; Hunter Halpin (CC#08) on the loss of his grandmother; Patrick Halpin (CC#08) on the loss of his grandmother; Bert & Haylie Crouch (CC#08) on the loss of her grandmother; Caitlyn, Hadden, & Connor Halpin (CC#08) on the loss of their great-grandmother, Evelyn "Honey" Halpin, on September 12, 2017. • Ray & Kay Gabrysch (CC#25) on the loss of her mother; J. Marty & Marissa Cope (CC#06) on the loss of her grandmother; Genevieve Cope & JM Cope, IV (CC#06) on the loss of their greatgrandmother, Abbie J. Wright, on September 21, 2017.
SENIOR ADULTS state fair of texas day
Let's board the vans in the Oak Lawn West parking lot at 9:30 am to be at the fair by 10:00 am, Thursday, October 12. At 2:30 pm, we will meet back at the vans and return to PCPC. Please RSVP to reserve your seat on one of the vans. Bring a friend and plan to enjoy the day! jane.beasley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2771
MEN tuesday morning bible study: the psalms
Samuel William Greenwell son of Steve and Stephanie Greenwell
Charles Phillip Hovitz III son of Abigail and Chas Hovitz
Cora Jane Mabry daughter of Hannah and Jackson Mabry
Adeline Elizabeth Smith daughter of Libby and Ben Smith
YOUTH
MUSIC & ARTS
middle school fall retreat
dr. nathan t. davy, organist concert
All fifth to eighth graders: Our Middle School Fall Retreat is almost here, so save the date for the weekend of October 6-8. We will head to Sky Ranch in East Texas for a weekend of great teaching, fun games and awesome adventures. The cost for the weekend is $250; scholarships are available. Find more information and registration online. leana.dusek@pcpc.org or 214-224-2762
WOMEN fall fellowship bible study
PCPC Women's Ministry is excited about this new early morning, six-week study on the book of Ruth, Wednesdays, October 4–November 8, 7:00–8:15 am, Fellowship Hall. There will be a time of teaching followed by a small group discussion around tables each week. Abigail Powell and Kari Stainback will teach; donuts and coffee will be served. Please register. anncarolyn.williams@pcpc.org or 214-224-2725
the bridge
The Bridge is a gathering to encourage women of all life stages to come together and form crossgenerational friendships while hearing about the power of God’s grace in the life of a Christian woman. Come have dinner and listen to a story of encouraging faith, Tuesday, October 24, 6:30– 8:30 pm. Dinner is $5 and no RSVP is necessary. abigailppowell@gmail.com
circle 5
Circle 5 will meet at the home of Peggy Skidmore, 7215 Stefani Drive, on Tuesday, October 17, 10:00 am. Call Peggy, 214-361-4704, with any questions.
Nathan T. Davy, new organist of Park Cities Presbyterian Church, will present a concert on PCPC’s magnificent Schoenstein organ, featuring music commemorating the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation, Sunday, October 29, 6:00 pm, Sanctuary. performingarts@pcpc.org or 214-224-2631
MISSIONS global missions conference
Have YOU signed up for the GMC? PCPC discounts are still available! Please contact Crystal Bagby for a discount code to register for the PCA Global Missions Conference, November 1012, Hilton Anatole. More information about the conference can be found at pcpc.org/world/gmc. crystal.bagby@pcpc.org or 214-224-2523
international student thanksgiving
Come help us introduce international students from SMU to an American-style Thanksgiving dinner and build new friendships, Friday, November 17, 6:00 pm, Fellowship Hall! We’ll have fun, fellowship and line dancing. Sign up to bring food by emailing Sarah Morrison. We need people to bring turkey, sides, bread, and dessert. sarah.morrison@pcpc.org or 214-224-2524
SERVE PCPC harvey relief Go to pcpc.org/harveyrelief for the latest on how you can get involved.
Join us on Tuesdays, 7:00–8:30 am, for this study on the Psalms, 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
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY fall song & story
Join the Children’s Ministry on October 20, November 17, and December 15, 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! No RSVP is necessary. austin.ariail@pcpc.org or 214-224-2502
general fund
budget
2017/2018 operating budget
$13,400,000
July 1—September 17, 2017 budget
$2,146,579
July 1—September 17, 2017 giving
$1,771,984
Budget variance
($374,594)
“To be a Christian is to be a theologian —a student of God and His will.” — R.C. Sproul
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EVERYONE fall midweek
MidWeek is an opportunity to rest from your usual routine, and to join our church family for a refreshing evening of worship, fellowship, and learning. View the complete schedule at pcpc.org/midweek/ matt.fray@pcpc.org or 214-224-2570
all-church prayer for healing
Come join us for a prayer service in which our elders will be praying over all who might have needs for spiritual, physical, emotional, or relational healing. Please come with whatever need you might want to bring or join in praying for others on Sunday, October 1, 5:00 pm, Sanctuary. Prayer requests will be shared with and prayed for privately with two or three elders and held in confidence. cassie.rawson@pcpc.org or 214-224-2737
pcpc@work lunch series
We invite you to a luncheon and discussion with Robin John of Eventide Funds on redemptive investing Wednesday, October 4, 12:15–1:30 pm, Fellowship Hall. Lunch will be provided, donations accepted. Please RSVP. debbie.blanton@pcpc.org or 214-224-2744
an evening with eric metaxas
Join us for an evening with New York Times bestselling author, Eric Metaxas, as he shares about his newest book Martin Luther: The Man Who Rediscovered God and Changed the World, Sunday, October 8, 7:00–8:15 pm, Sanctuary. Eric will be speaking about Martin Luther at 7:00 pm, book signing and refreshments to follow. Doors open and books will be available for sale beginning at 6:00 pm. This event is free with no registration unless you need childcare. cassie.rawson@pcpc.org or 214-224-2737
flowers in worship
Would you like to honor or remember someone by giving flowers for our worship services and having it noted in the bulletin? Please contact Helen Stewart, 214-350-7449 or dstew10326@hotmail.com, to reserve an available Sunday.
EXTEND extend updates For updates on the EXTEND campaign, go to extend.pcpc.org.
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