OUR FAMILY
births • Andrew James Aufhammer, son of Collin & Jenna Aufhammer (CC#04) on June 20, 2018.
marriages • Shannon Carolyn Spaans and Braden Joseph Cedeno on June 16, 2018. • Mary Grace Keith and Caleb Scott Curry on June 23, 2018. • Susanna Brannen Carlson and Nathan Michael Seymour on July 7, 2018.
pcpc young adults on mission in japan
sympathies • Hollis & Dawn Jones (CC#11) on the loss of her father; Travis Jones (CC#11) on the loss of his grandfather, Charles C. Cobb, on June 8, 2018. • Michael & Nancy Lunceford (CC#06) on the loss of his sister; Emma & Claire Lunceford (CC#06) on the loss of thier aunt, Janann Alice Self, on June 15, 2018. • Joe & Cindy Abbate (CC#05) on the loss of his mother; Corey & Rebecca Dameron (CC#11) on the loss of her grandmother; Chas & Abigail Hovitz (CC#04) on the loss of her grandmother; Hailey, Charlie, & Harper Hovitz (CC#04) on the loss of their great-grandmother, Rosemary Duncan Abbate, on June 28, 2018. Care Clusters – pcpc.org/care/care-clusters/
YOUNG ADULTS
MISSIONS
equipped for evangelism
summer mission trips update
Evangelism today is more about meeting people where they are and less about persuading them they are not where they need to be. Join Blake Schwarz, Director of faith and work ministry and Dr. Bill Peel, founding Executive Director of The Center for Faith & Work at LeTourneau University, to learn more about how to talk with, and not at, your friends about Jesus. on Sunday, August 19, Noon, Room 259 and Sunday, August 26, 11:00 am, Room 259. The session on Sunday, August 19 will be held over lunch. The session on Sunday, August 26 will be held over the 11:00 am Sunday school hour. johnpaul.schulze@pcpc.org or 214-224-2584
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YOUNG FAMILIES summer musikgarten
It's not too late to sign up! PCPC Arts Academy’s Musikgarten classes are designed to provide a way for parents to give this gift to their children while bonding parent and child. Grandparents are welcome, too! Classes run Tuesdays, through August 14, Room 122. Register online. Toddlers & Pre-schoolers: 9:30-10:15 am - $80 Babies: 10:30-11:00 am - $70 frances.cope@pcpc.org or 214-224-2633
You will begin seeing construction in August, so keep an eye on parking, classroom, and building updates online at extend.pcpc.org. We’ve included a parking map below, so you can plan ahead.
PCPC Missions and Church Planting sent teams to Asia, West Africa, Bangladesh, Japan, and Zambia this summer. These teams answered the “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” call from Isaiah 6:8 by saying “Here am I; send me.” You can see photos, watch videos, and read posts by visiting and liking @pcpcmissions on Facebook. cindy.rhea@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551
esl teachers needed
PCPC English as a Second Language (ESL) needs teachers! Teachers commit to one morning or evening per week for the 2018/2019 school year. No teaching experience or foreign language skills required. Come and experience the Lord’s grace as you serve our neighbors with your native language. elizabeth.cunningham@pcpc.org or 214-224-2528
friday night lights
Elementary kids and parents are invited to join in a fun game of ultimate soccer with pizza to follow on Fridays, August 3 and 10, 6:00—8:00 pm, Preston Hollow Park. No RSVP needed. matthew.statham@pcpc.org or 214-224-2545
pop & play, share & pray
Join us for a time of fellowship and play at PCPC on Monday, August 13, 3:00—5:00 pm, Fellowship Hall. Bounce houses will be set up for children ages toddler to 4-years old to come and play while parents have time to fellowship. No RSVP needed, and we encourage you to invite friends to join to this comeand-go event. jeanie.cox@pcpc.org or 214-224-2780
preschool pool party
Join our Preschool Ministry at the pool throughout the summer on Fridays, July 27 and August 10, 11:00—1:00 pm, Lake Highlands YMCA. Kick back, relax, and fellowship with one another at this comeand-go event! jeanie.cox@pcpc.org or 214-224-2780
general fund
budget
2018/2019 operating budget
$13,500,000
July 1—July 8, 2018 budget
$292,016
July 1—July 8, 2018 giving
$273,457
Budget variance
($18,559)
"We are 100 percent responsible for the pursuit of holiness, but at the same time we are 100 percent dependent upon the Holy Spirit to enable us in that pursuit." — Jerry Bridges TW2018-0721.indd 1
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EVERYONE parables
Our summer sermon series takes us through many of the Parables of Jesus. These amazing stories both illustrate and instruct all who have eyes to see and ears to hear. If you have missed any of the messages, you can listen to them on the Park Cities Presbyterian Church app (search “PCPC”) or website (pcpc.org). We look forward to seeing you as we continue the series through July and August! cassie.rawson@pcpc.org or 214-224-2737
helping hands
Join your deacons to extend Helping Hands to our single moms, widows/ers, senior adults, and those with chronic illness who have asked for assistance around their homes Saturday, August 25, 8:00 am–1:00 pm, Room 263. To request help, contact Wilma Morgan. Please register to volunteer online. wilma.morgan@pcpc.org or 214-224-2742
fall silent retreats
Jesus modeled for us the importance of retreating in order to be alone with the Father. The Psalms give us examples of prayers offered while men were alone, seeking the face of God. Sign ups are available for Fall 2018 Silent Retreats to Sky Ranch in Ute Trail, CO. Space is limited, so sign up early to experience quiet and stillness with the Lord. Find more information and registrations at pcpc.org. Couples – September 20-24 Women – September 27-October 1 Join us for lunch and an informational meeting about the Couple’s Silent Retreat on Sunday, July 29, 12:15—1:00 pm, Room 303. Please RSVP. caroleanne.axley@pcpc.org or 214-417-6043
URBAN west dallas community school: clean-up day
Join Urban Missions in serving West Dallas Community School on Saturday, August 4, 8:30–11:30 am, 2300 Canada Drive! Volunteers of all ages are needed to clean, garden, help with teacher projects, and other tasks. Breakfast will be provided. RSVP to Jenna Tenpenny. jenna.tenpenny@pcpc.org or 214-224-2501
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