OUR FAMILY
sympathies • Malcolm & Suzanne Robertson (CC#08) on the loss of her step-father, Tom Benesch, on August 10, 2018.
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• Thom & Pam Maryon (CC#02) on the loss of his mother, Stephanie Maryon, on August 14, 2018. Care Clusters – pcpc.org/care/care-clusters/
MEN tuesday morning bible study
Join us on Tuesdays, 7:00–8:30 a.m., starting September 11. This study focusing on Christ in the Old Testament is open to men of all ages, in all places of their spiritual journey. Coffee and donuts will be provided. Please register online at pcpc.org/men/. elaine.montague@pcpc.org or 214-224-2736
Eliana Kate Benda daughter of Lindsey Benda and Parker Benda
Leighton Elann Huffman daughter of Whitney and Nathan Huffman
Robert Price Hunt son of Molly and Robert Hunt
Knox Story Kohlmann son of Jamie and Ben Kohlman
Laura Elizabeth Phillips daughter of Elizabeth and Kevin Phillips
Kaiden Phommavong son of Souksakhone Kedpanya and Thanin Phommavong
YOUNG FAMILIES reinvest
Are you interested in becoming a volunteer in the Children’s or Youth Ministries? If so, we would love to have you on the team! Between Nursery, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, and High School, there are plenty of opportunities for you to serve. Sunday mornings provide an excellent place to get involved, build relationships with kids, and help them grow in their love for Christ. If you are interested in volunteering with the Children’s or Youth Ministries, visit pcpc.org/kids/. kim.heflin@pcpc.org or 214-224-2556
fall musikgarten
When music and movement are a natural, joyous part of childhood, children benefit greatly in many areas of life. PCPC Arts Academy's Musikgarten classes are designed to provide a way for parents to this gift to their children while bonding parent and child. Grandparents are welcome, too! Mondays, September 10-January 14, Room 122 Toddlers (1-3 years) - 9:45-10:15 a.m. Babies (infants to 18 months) - 10:30-11:00 a.m. The cost is $225. Please register online. frances.cope@pcpc.org or 214-224-2633
children's and youth choirs
God’s Word is planted deeply in hearts and minds through singing His Word. First rehearsals for grades K-8 are Wednesday, September 12, and first rehearsal for high school is Sunday, September 16. Join us as we learn to sing with understanding, develop music reading skills, and prepare to participate in corporate worship services. All are joyfully welcome! margaret.doria@pcpc.org or 214-224-2638
MISSIONS 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
international student welcome dinner
A new group of international students is arriving at SMU to study English prior to pursuing further study. Join us Thursday, September 13, 6:00–8:00 p.m., 3000 University Boulevard, to welcome them Texas-style with a picnic at Burleson Park. For more information and to RSVP, please contact Sarah Morrison. sarah.morrison@pcpc.org or 214-224-2524
Khuong Khuan "Luna" Phommavong Charlotte Riley Rowell Alanna Sakdavong daughter of daughter of granddaughter of Souksakhone Kedpanya and Whitney and Spencer Rowell Nome and Khamkhay Sakdavong Thanin Phommavong
MARRIAGE MINISTRY
WOMEN
union
fall bible studies begin
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 on Wednesdays, 6:45–8:30 p.m., September 12– November 7, Oak Lawn West. Please go to www.pcpc. org/marriage/ for more information and to register. 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 on Mondays, 6:45–8:30 p.m., September 10-December 10, Fellowship Hall. Please go to www.pcpc.org/ marriage/ for more information and to register. bill.bogart@pcpc.org or 214-224-2559
Women’s Bible studies begin the week of September 11–13! 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, Tuesday, September 4 and in conjunction with registering for a Bible study. leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722
new beginnings prayer
Join us in a time of prayer for new beginnings as we ask God to bring forth rivers through seasons of drought and change on Wednesday, September 5, 7:00—8:30 p.m., Chapel. “Behold, I am doing a new thing…I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.” -Isaiah 43:19 leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722
PCPC@WORK
YOUNG ADULTS
pcpc@work speaker series: featuring reid porter
alpha
Ten years ago Reid Porter set out to build a new kind of ministry that seeks innovative approaches to creating safer neighborhoods through building relationships and empowering neighbors to take a stand for their community. Join us on Friday, September 14, noon—1:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall. Please RSVP. debbie.blanton@pcpc.org or 214-224-2744
Hadley Ann Stewart daughter of Cara and Joel Stewart
Alpha is an opportunity to explore life and the Christian faith in a friendly, open, and informal environment over a delicious meal. Come on Tuesdays, September 11—November 13, 6:00—8:00 p.m., Gather Kitchen at Thanksgiving Tower, 1601 Elm Street. Please RSVP. johnpaul.schulze@pcpc.org or 214-224-2584
general fund
budget
2018/2019 operating budget
$13,500,000
July 1—August 19, 2018 budget
$1,385,895
July 1—August 19, 2018 giving
$1,264,495
Budget variance
($121,400)
“When the hand of faith opens to lay hold of Christ, it drops the sin it had grasped before. You must part with your sin—or Christ.” — J. A. James TW2018-0901.indd 1
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Learn about Park Cities Presbyerian Church's vision, purpose, ministries, service opportunities, fellowship opportunities, membership, and more on Sundays, September 9—October 28, 9:30—10:40 a.m., Chapel. Register online. debbie.blanton@pcpc.org or 214-224-2744
fall midweek begins september 12
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, a delicious dinner, 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 Christ-centered freedom won by God for us in the Gospel. Join us on Mondays, September 10–December 3, 7:00–8:45 p.m., Room 301. redemptiongroups@pcpc.org or 214-224-2744
URBAN MISSIONS cost of poverty experience
PCPC is excited to host the Cost of Poverty Experience simulation this fall, Saturday, September 8, 9:00 a.m.—Noon, Fellowship Hall! COPE will provide an opportunity for us to walk in the steps of low-income individuals and families living in our community and experience the obstacles that are faced, the decisions that are made, and the consequences that impact these families every day. A $10 fee is required upon registering to help cover the cost of the simulation. Breakfast will be provided. This event is limited to individuals aged 18 and up. jenna.tenpenny@pcpc.org or 214-224-2501
EXTEND extend construction update
What’s happening behind that fence? Oak Lawn East and the parking lot are being removed, new and improved utilities are being run, and the groundwork is being laid for our new garage! Keep an eye on extend.pcpc.org/updates/ for a glimpse behind the fence and maps for parking throughout the week.
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