EVERYONE EXTEND UPDATE
We have had a lot of rain and some mighty wind, but our campus expansion is moving right along. The garage excavation is almost complete, and the tower crane is being constructed this week. You can’t see it, but utility work is underway also. The next area will be excavation for the gym. Please keep the construction crews in prayer as they labor to build our “New Doors.” extend.pcpc.org
SUMMER PRAYER GUIDE
Our Daily Prayer Guide theme is “In Quietness and Trust”, and it will run from June 9 – August 31. Join us wherever you find yourself over the summer as we read and pray together through Genesis and the Psalms. Download the PCPC app or find it online at pcpc.org/resources/. shawn.davis@pcpc.org or 214-224-2710 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 2019 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/silent-retreats/. Couples: September 19-23 | Women: September 26-30 caroleanne.axley@pcpc.org or 214-417-6043
SENIOR ADULTS
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SENIOR ADULTS SUMMER BIBLE CONFERENCE
For four consecutive Fridays we will relish the Psalms; the prayer and praise book of Israel in both study of the Psalms and singing from the Trinity Psalter led by Pastor Ron Williams. Bring a friend and join us for a delicious brunch followed by this rich study and music provided by our very own Stephen Nielson on Fridays, July 5, 12, 19, & 26, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Oak Lawn West. There should be plenty of parking behind Oak Lawn West! Contact Jane Beasley no later than the Tuesday noon before that Friday to make your reservation. jane.beasley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2771
WOMEN SUMMER PRAYER GUIDE
Join PCPC Women wherever you find yourself over the summer as we read and pray together through Genesis and the Psalms, using the PCPC Prayer Guide. Connect with other women who are reading and let’s encourage one another this summer! We will be gathering to talk about the devotional guide on Thursdays, July 18 & 25, 7:00 -8:30 p.m., 2728 Westminster. We hope you will join us. anncarolyn.williams@pcpc.org or 214-224-2725
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FALL SILENT RETREATS
MEN SUMMER TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY
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Once again this summer we will be spending time in the Word and around the table, focusing on "The Words of Jesus". Our teachers will be three long-time friends - Pat Hobin, David Newman, and Jay Hohfeler. Come for great teaching, table fellowship, coffee, and donuts. No registration required and no table assignments. Join with us Tuesdays, 7:00–8:15 a.m., July 9 & 16, and see what the Words of Jesus speak to you. elaine.montague@pcpc.org or 214-224-2736
Outlaws
Learning to Lead
OUR FAMILY
births • Bear Jackson Lord, son of Josh & Taylor Lord (CC#22) on June 3, 2019.
For the past two years, our VBS coordinators set aside the rising 8th graders to form a Servant Leadership Team (SLT). These students take on the huge role of making the class trains run on time as they transport groups of 30-40 preschoolers all over TVC campus, transitioning them from classroom to puppets to music to skit/worship and recreation. In addition to classroom support and transport, they play the role of “Bouncer” for 30 minutes with each age group as they rotate through our four bounce houses in the gym. Their role is to make sure these 2’s, 3’s, and 4’s have fun and play safely for 4 hours. This team also lends support to the teachers during early morning drop offs when the preschoolers need distraction the most. Watching the special bond that forms between these middle school volunteers and our preschoolers is one of the best parts of VBS each year. They engage 100+ preschoolers by name playing chase, Beck hoisting them hundreds of time on and off the bounce houses, becoming human jungle What does it mean to be a servant leader? gyms, or simply comforting a child who needs a break. The welcome relief for our I believe that being a servant leader means teachers is evident as they constantly sing the praises of these servant leaders. They that I will willingly serve at any time with a bridge the gap between our preschoolers and our teachers each day! joyful heart. Jesus was a servant leader when —Jeanie Cox He died on the cross for us.
• Matthew David Pick, son of Chris & Brittany Pick (CC#19) on June 5, 2019.
marriages • Anne Beck Fitzgerald and James E. Fitzgerald III on May 17, 2019. • Shaleen Kay Simica and Andrew Kellogg Smith on June 1, 2019.
deaths • Norma A. Coldwell (CC#21) on May 31, 2019.
sympathies
What does it mean to serve on a team?
• Chuck & Kelly McDonald (CC#21) on the loss of his daughter, Morgan K. McDonald, on April 16, 2019.
Everyone has to pull their weight and work with their fellow team mates toward one purpose or goal. This is what the Body of Christ looks like.
SUMMER EVENTS TO KEEP IN PRAYER
Care Clusters – pcpc.org/care/care-clusters/
HIGH SCHOOL JAPAN MISSION TRIP July 2–13 | Nagoya, Japan
WEST AFRICA MISSION TRIP July 4–14 | West Africa
ZAMBIA MISSION TRIP
July 11–22 | Taonga School with Arise Africa
Quade
Sebastian
Elayna
What does it mean to be on student leadership team? What is our role?
What does it mean to be on student leadership team? What is our role?
Being on the SLT is a great opportunity to support the church by keeping kids safe. We set a good example on how to put others’ needs before our own.
Following in Jesus’ footsteps and serving everyone around us, including the youth. Our roll is to make the kids feel loved and welcomed at VBS so they want to come back and learn more about Christ.
What does it mean to be on student leadership team? What is our role?
What have you learned about being a servant?
Our role is to make sure the children are safe, have fun, and learn more about God.
What have you learned about being a leader?
What have you seen God do?
Others follow you when you set a good example and treat them well.
We have seen God work in the hearts of these little children. We have seen them grow in happiness and faith and are asking the Lord to continue the wondrous works we have seen Him do before.
What have you learned about being a servant? Being a servant requires responsibility, humbleness, positivity, and initiative. What have you learned about being a leader? As a leader, I have learned to have an initial plan, to be on time, and be inspired by God’s characteristics.
Serving is a rewarding sacrifice.
Can you share funny story? After coming down the slide, a two year old kept saying, “Up the mountain”. I finally understood he wanted me to help him go back to the top of the slide. What have you seen God do? Bring joy to kids who were sad the first day.
MCALLEN MISSION TRIP
GENERAL FUND
budget
2018/2019 operating budget
$13,500,000
July 1—June 9, 2019 budget
$12,971,229
July 1—June 9, 2019 giving
$12,663,026
Budget deficit
-$308,203
July 15–20 | Rio Grande Bible Institute, McAllen, Texas
YOUNG ADULT JAPAN MISSION TRIP July 19–28 | Christ Bible Institute, Nagoya, Japan
YOUNG FAMILIES PRESCHOOL SUMMER MUSIKGARTEN
Tuesdays, July 6–August 6 | 9:30–10:15 a.m. Room 122
ELEMENTARY FAMILY ROCK CLIMBING
Wednesdays, July 17 & August 14 | 5:00–7:00 p.m. Summit Rock Climbing Gym
PRESCHOOL POP & PLAY, SHARE & PRAY
Wednesdays, July 3, 17, 31, August 14 | 10:00 a.m.-Noon Pump It Up, 920 Forest Lane
ELEMENTARY BOOK CLUB: A FATHER & SON BREAKFAST AND STUDY
Wednesdays, July 10 & 24, August 7 & 21 | 7:30–8:15 a.m. Chick-fil-A - Hillcrest