Communicants
OUR FAMILY
births • Joseph Reagan Magnuson, son of Joseph & Emily Magnuson (CC#12), on March 26, 2018.
M arch 4, 2018
deaths • Keo Sanya (CC#23/LPF member), on March 23, 2018.
sympathies • Hollis & Dawn Jones (CC#11) on the loss of his father; Travis Jones (CC#11) on the loss of his grandfather, Kenneth Jones, on March 23, 2018. • Jonathan & Laura Price (CC#07) on the loss of their daughter; Ellie & Lulu Price (CC#07) on the loss of their sister, Margo Frances Price, on March 24, 2018.
Wes Anderson
Annabel Davidson
Zoë Dodson
Maddy Glass
Chase Hanson
Henry Hoy
Eleanor Hughes
Nash Hughes
Phoebe Johnson
Preston Laird
Baker Lipscomb
Kay Kay Moxley
Will Neuhoff
Presley Pinkston
Paul Rotenberry
Turner Russell
Sage Steffen
Parker Steinbrueck
Mia Jo Teaster
Reese Wagner
Will Wagner
Annabel Walker
Ellie Walters
Adare Woodall
• Brian & Bea Post (CC#17) on the loss of her niece, Diane Engel Broderick, on March 24, 2018. • John & Wendy Vandermeer (CC#11) on the loss of his father; Emily, Marshall, & Hannah Vandermeer (CC311) on the loss of their grandfather, Dr. Robert D. Vandermeer, on March 27, 2018. • Malcolm & Suzanne Robertson (CC#08) on the loss of his step-father; Janie Robertson (CC#13) on the loss of her grandfather, Lee Holder, on March 29, 2018. • Dick & Diane Steele (CC#08) on the loss of their nephew, Rip West, on April 3, 2018. • Greg & Shannon Jones (CC#20) on the loss of her father; Russ & Lexi Batchelor (CC#19) on the loss of her grandfather, Arthur Bjork, on April 4, 2018.
YOUNG FAMILIES pop & play, share & pray
A come and go fellowship for young moms on Monday, April 16, 10:00 am–1:00 pm, Fellowship Hall. Feel free to bring friends and talk shop while your kids enjoy the bounce houses! Our Children’s Ministry staff will be there to visit and help connect you with other moms at your stage of the game! jeanie.cox@pcpc.org or 214-224-2780
song & story
Join the Children’s Ministry this Spring for Song & Story on Friday, April 20, 9:30–11:00 am, Room 122. We will sing songs, listen to stories, and have an exciting time! The program is suitable for ages toddler through kindergarten and will run from 9:30–10:30 am followed by free play for kids and fellowship for parents. Feel free to pack a lunch; water and tea provided. austin.ariail@pcpc.org or 214-224-2502
URBAN transform dallas: work day
PCPC is participating in a citywide day of service called Transform Dallas, Saturday, April 21. There are numerous projects and opportunities to serve with various PCPC ministry partners, and the timeframe varies based on the project locations in West and South Dallas. Gather your family, friends, or small group, and come serve with us! jenna.tenpenny@pcpc.org or 214-224-2501
WOMEN
PERFORMING ARTS
dallas prayer ride
the choristers of st. paul's cathedral choir, london
Join PCPC Women and Golden Gate Missionary Baptist Women as we hop on a bus and PRAY for our city on Saturday, April 28, 8:30 am–1:00 pm! Women from our two churches are going to pray together over selected locations in Dallas. We will conclude with a box lunch at Golden Gate. Please RSVP. Please meet early in the main church parking lot to board the bus promptly at 8:30 am. leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722
early in the morning bible study
Join us Wednesdays, May 9, 16, 23, 30, and June 6, 7:00–8:15 am, Fellowship Hall, for Bible Blogs: Truth You Need from Scripture You Never Read, led by Neatice Warner. This study will be five lessons focused on lesser read books of the Bible. Each lesson stands on its own so join in when you can. Childcare is available by reservation at register.pcpc.org. leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722
maymester bible study
Join us Wednesdays, May 16, 23, 30, and June 6, 10:00–11:00 am, Oak Lawn West, for Bible Blogs: Truth You Need from Scripture You Never Read, led by Neatice Warner. This study will be four lessons focused on lesser read books of the Bible. Each lesson stands on its own so join in when you can. Childcare is available by reservation at register.pcpc.org. leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722
EXTEND extend campus plan We've just revealed our Updated Campus Plan! Go to extend.pcpc.org to check out the newest floor plans, details, and renderings!
The boy choristers of the famed St. Paul’s Cathedral Choir in London come to Dallas during their 2018 tour of the United States. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear a pillar of the English choral tradition known for its ethereal sound Tuesday, April 17, 7:30 pm, in the Sanctuary. Tickets are $5 (plus fees) and are general admission. To purchase, please visit Eventbrite. performingarts@pcpc.org or 214-224-2631
mozart & vivaldi
Back by popular demand! The PCPC Sinfonia presents this exquisite concert of classics in an intimate setting, which this year features instrumental chamber works by masters Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Vivaldi.Choose from two concerts—Sunday, May 6, 5:00 and 7:00 pm, Chapel. performingarts@pcpc.org or 214-224-2631
MISSIONS ladies missionary coffee
Join us for coffee and fellowship as we hear from and pray for PCPC women serving around the world on Thursday, May 3, 10:00–11:30 am, Oak Lawn West. Childcare is available by reservation by noon, Monday, April 30. cindy.rhea@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551
dessert reception for matt and jennie steinfeld
They aren’t married yet, but they will be by May 17! Join us to meet Jennie, celebrate their marriage, and hear about their work in Lithuania on Thursday, May 17, 7:00 pm, Oak Lawn West. Please RSVP. cindy.rhea@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551
general fund
budget
2017/2018 operating budget
$13,400,000
July 1—April 1, 2018 budget
$10,823,547
July 1—April 1, 2018 giving
$11,096,565
Budget variance
$273,018
“Biblical truth and spirituality is not a relationship to the word god, or to the idea god. It is a relationship to the One who is there.” — Francis A. Schaeffer
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EVERYONE officer recommendations for class of 2023
The session has approved the month of May for members to submit recommendations for the offices of deacon and elder, Class of 2023. 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 2019. Officer recommendation forms are available in the literature racks and pcpc.org. sally.rogers@pcpc.org or 214-224-2775
ennis day trip: lunch & bluebonnet trails
Grab a friend and join us for a delightful day of fellowship, food, and Texas wildflowers Thursday, April 19, 9:30 am–3:30 pm. Park your car behind the Oak Lawn West building. We will board our bus at 9:30 am and head for bluebonnet country! We will go directly to Ennis where suggested eateries are: Firehouse Grill, Wildflower Café, or Casa Italiana, to name a few. After lunch we’ll board the bus and head to the bluebonnet trails to enjoy the beauty of Texas wildflowers! We will return to PCPC and our cars around 3:30 pm. To reserve your seat on the bus contact Jane Beasley no later than Tuesday, April 17. jane.beasley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2771
PCPC@WORK pegasus fellowship, class of 2018-2019
The Pegasus Fellowship is an intensive nine-month theological and spiritual development program designed to equip Christians for gospel leadership in the world.We invite you to prayerfully consider joining us next year. For more information please contact blake.schwarz@ pcpc.org. The Fellowship runs from Labor Day through Memorial Day. Applications due Tuesday, May 15, 2018. www.pegasusfellowship.com
pegasus internship, summer 2018
The Pegasus Internship is an intensive four-week program for rising high school seniors and recent graduates designed to provide a foundation for integrating faith into all areas of life. The Internship brings together theological training, spiritual and personal formation, and meaningful work exposure to equip emerging adults to participate in God’s creative and redemptive work in the world. The internship runs June 2-July 1. Now accepting applications. www.pegasusinternship.com
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