This Week: July 7, 2019

EVERYONE EXTEND UPDATE Projected Completion Milestones: Garage (Feb/Mar) Gym (Apr/May) Grand Foyer (July/Aug) New Children’s Building (July/Aug) Columbarium (Sept/Oct) Existing Education Renovation (Oct/Nov) Project Completion – November/December 2020 We are excited to announce our projected completion dates. These are contingent upon receiving Certificate of Occupancy permits from the city and no major weather setbacks. We thank you for your continued faithfulness to give toward your pledge. Visit extend.pcpc.org/updates to see a new time-lapse video along with an aerial rendering of the “New Doors.” extend.pcpc.org

SUMMER PRAYER GUIDE

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 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

VOL. XXX, NO .12 | JULY 6, 2019 PARK CITIES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH TRICIA COTHRAN, EDITOR 4124 OAK LAWN AVENUE DALLAS, TX 75219-3152

SENIOR ADULTS 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 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

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THISWEEK@PCPC

Our Daily Prayer Guide theme is “In Quietness and Trust”. 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

SUMMER PRAYER GUIDE GATHERING

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VOL. XXX, NO. 12 | JULY 6, 2019

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 Thursday, July 25, 7:00–8:30 p.m., 3313 Bryn Mawr Drive. We hope you will join us. anncarolyn.williams@pcpc.org or 214-224-2725

Viva la Florida I grew up going to PCPC as a student and now have the privilege to work for the church that so shaped my walk with the Lord. Going back on the Florida Trip as a leader, I could see my insecure, anxious, high-school self in the faces of all of the students on the trip. As a student I remember the pressure I felt to act a certain way, wear the cutest tankini, be the most-tan by the end of the week, and, most importantly, to never ever be seen doing anything alone. The sad thing is that the harder you strive for false gods the more miserable and lost you become. This trip reminded me of the chains that enslaved me before the Lord showed me my real identity as His beloved daughter. I was trying to find my identity and self-worth in the things of this world and this mindset was no different than that of the students on this year’s trip.

BAPTISMS

June 16, 2019

OUR FAMILY

sympathies • Gregory & Donna Morris (CC#04) on the loss of her father, Cecil M. Smith, Jr., on June 11, 2019.

• Bill & Mary Miller (CC#06) on the loss of their son, Anthony "Ridge" Ridgeway Miller, on June 15, 2019.

Caroline Elizabeth Creme daughter of Kathryn and Nick Creme

Paul Joseph Elsener son of Lauren and Tom Elsener

Luckily the story doesn’t end here; amidst the darkness I saw a great light. I was so encouraged by the curiosity of the girls in my cabin and the stories I heard from other leaders. “The thief comes to steal, to kill and to destroy but I have come that they may have life and have it to the full” —John 10:10. What a great hope we have in a Savior that desires to give His children abundant life, a life to the full! I got the privilege to see this Savior at work, slowly drawing His children near to Himself. I too was a lost and confused student on the Florida Trip, and it was there that the Lord started to slowly open my eyes. What’s amazing is that the real trip has only begun. I ask you to pray for the salvation of the students that went on the Florida Trip because God is not finished!

— Hailey Scott, PCPC Youth Resident Seven years ago, I boarded the busses for my first Florida Trip as a rising sophomore in high school.

Boy, am I glad I got on that bus! My three years as a student on the Florida Trip were the best three weeks of my high school life. I met one of my best friends and my roommate, I got a great tan to start off my summer, and I was able to expand my relationship with the Lord immensely. My days were started with seminars that interested me and devotionals that pushed me to explore my faith. The afternoons were filled with volleyball and backflips on the beach. My nights were ones of worship and learning. I was introduced to new people, new revelations about what it means to grow as a Christian, and an insight into what it looked like to really follow the Lord. My leaders and the friends I made on the trip became the people that I leaned on through the hardships that I faced while in high school. Laguna Beach Christian Retreat Center and the 78 entrance to the sand became my safe place. I truly loved the Lord on those trips without distraction. On my last Florida Trip, summer of 2014, I chose to dedicate myself and my life to following Christ. I had done it previously in order to please my parents, but that year I chose to follow Him for me. It was the best decision of my life.

Fast forward seven years and I am serving on my fourth Florida trip as a leader and my first as a member of the PCPC staff. While I would like to say I learned the most as a student, being a leader has been the most eye-opening experience of my life. I have developed relationships with young girls that ultimately led me to pursue a career in ministry. Getting to lead and guide students on their walks with Christ—I can really just say, “Wow.” It is such a blessing. This year was even more special, as my little sister went on her first Florida Trip. She was introduced to the same things I was seven years ago, and it is such a blessing to get to say Viva la Florida for another year.

Care Clusters – pcpc.org/care/care-clusters/

GENERAL FUND

budget

Daniella Gwen Ericson daughter of Amela and Chris Ericson

Josie Mae Hunt daughter of Brittany and Nelson Hunt

2018/2019 operating budget

$13,500,000

July 1—June 23, 2019 budget

$13,323,743

July 1—June 23, 2019 giving

$13,404,830

Budget Variance

$81,087

PRAYER FOR MISSION TRIP TEAMS JAPAN HIGH SCHOOL – JULY 2-15

Alex Stockdale, Brian Zerangue, Chris Hill, Daniel Stimson, Haley Southey, Hallie Powers, Kaitlyn Kellam, Myrna Dunn, Scott Sherer, Emelie Wong, Estelle Cherry, Francie Pierce, Grant Gehlbach, Holt Randall, Isabella Hill, Lucy Silva, Margaret Hurley, Mary Neuhoff, Mia Jo Teaster, Nash Garvey, Rhodes Baker, Roman Hill, Rosemary Sands, Sophie Cope, Tucker Russell Eleanora Patricia Kohlmann daughter of Jamie and Ben Kohlmann

Beck William Thibodeau son of Jessica and Patrick Thibodeau

WEST AFRICA – JULY 4-14

Jerry G. & Family, Addy & Elly B., Celeste T., Courtney S., Sue & Richard S.

ZAMBIA – JULY 11-22

Elizabeth, Brad, Bradley, Ryan, & Will Thurman, Emily Hea, Jennifer & Laine Hanson, Kate & Pamela Moxley, Kaylee Wilson, Mark, Ethan, Jonathan, & Lucas Koellner, McCord, Waverly, Press, & Kaylee Wilson, Pete Deison, Tommy & Judson Overton

— Emily Stone, PCPC Youth Resident

The harder you strive for false gods the more miserable and lost you become.

• Dr. Dan & Heather Cooper (CC#09) on the loss of his father; Lee, Elizabeth, & Caroline Cooper (CC#09) on the loss of their grandfather, Jack C. Cooper, MD, on June 26, 2019.

MCALLEN – JULY 15-20

Celeste & Steve Tenpenny, Abigail and Andrew Dunn, Amy & Robert Shawver, Erin Marie Harper, Monnie Harper Declan Michael Whittle son of Rebecca and Luke Whittle

Harlow Greer Whittle daughter of Rebecca and Luke Whittle

JAPAN YOUNG ADULT – JULY 19-28

Jenna Tenpenny, Austin & Mandi Freeman, Brian Tenpenny, Bryan Cox, Daniel Goodwyn, Emily Bush, John Paul Schulze, Kelsey Glover, Laura Price, Valerie Maniscalco