EVERYONE PCPC MOBILE APP Did you know you can listen to sermons, download the 2019 Fall Guide, view the Daily Prayer Guide, find out the best place to park for weekday studies/ classes, see upcoming events, and give online…all from the convenience of your phone? Download the PCPC app today (simply search “PCPC” in the iOS or Android app store). shawn.davis@pcpc.org or 214-224-2710
COUNSELING & CARE TACKLING FEAR & WORRY Do you struggle with fear and worry, or have a friend or family member who does? The Counseling and Care ministry at PCPC will be addressing these issues by offering a twelve-week class this fall. The class will walk through Ed Welch’s book, Running Scared - Fear, Worry, and the God of Rest, on Mondays, September 16–December 2, 7:00 – 8:45 p.m. Join in on this great opportunity to tackle two great robbers of our freedom and joy, and let's tackle them together. Childcare available. Find more information at pcpc.org/events. pat.hobin@pcpc.org or 214-224-2541
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CHURCH IN THE CITY LUNCHEON: FOSTER CARE IN DALLAS Building on PCPC’s long-term commitment to fighting for life and a recent series of Life Prayer Gatherings, City Missions is hosting a conversation about Foster Care in Dallas on Sunday, September 22, 12:15–1:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall. The panel will feature subject-matter experts and either current or former foster parents. Come learn more about the experience of our panelists and the many ways PCPC can extend the Kingdom by intentionally caring for children in our city. Lunch will be provided, donations accepted. Please RSVP. jenna.tenpenny@pcpc.org or 214-224-2501
WOMEN THE BRIDGE: PANEL ON LONELINESS Join PCPC Women as we gather together as a family to discuss the reality of loneliness on Tuesday, September 24, 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m., 4321 St. Johns Avenue. We are honored to have Emily Bush, Roseanne Elling, Beth Obenchain, and Dana Williams share their stories with us. We walk in loneliness with one another as we draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help with every lonely need. Jesus understands our loneliness. Light bites and desserts will be served, no RSVP is needed. anncarolyn.williams@pcpc.org or 214-224-2725
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Write handwritten notes of encouragement to our missionaries around the world on Sunday, October 6, 12:15–1:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall. Lunch and children’s supplies provided. Donations for lunch appreciated. PCPC shuttle service will be extended to 2:00 p.m. Please RSVP. cindy.rhea@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551
How Should We Serve?
BAPTISMS
August 18, 2019
Even when we have felt overwhelmed within our own home, we have felt called to serve on Sundays. From their earliest ages, we wanted our children to see that the Lord is responsible for covering our weaknesses and being our strength. He would give us His abilities for our disabilities. We have had to make sacrifices, but we continue to learn the blessing coming from sacrifice is the joy we feel when we pay the price. On many Sundays, we have found ourselves in a packed car on the way to PCPC, praying for energy, wisdom, and patience to teach with excellence. He has always provided for us, sometimes through an idea for a new game, skit, or lesson example and sometimes just through a stop at Starbucks.
sympathies • Byron & Laura Carlock (CC#02) on the loss of their son; Barker Carlock (CC#02) on the loss of his brother, Trey Carlock, on August 10, 2019. Liam Alexander Barnes son of Alex and Julia Barnes
May Young Cheung daughter of Marisa and Moky Cheung
Ruth Anne Henry daughter of Lindsey and Wes Henry
Lucca Paige Leaverton daughter of Angela and Grant Leaverton
Care Clusters – pcpc.org/care/care-clusters/
GENERAL FUND
2019/2020 operating budget
Through our service, we have been blessed in numerous ways, including: Stephen Parker Moredock son of Liz and Jeff Moredock
Blake Houser Redwine, Jr. son of Leila and Blake Redwine
$13,500,000
July 1—September 1, 2019 budget
$ 1,700,486
July 1—September 1, 2019 giving
$ 1,486,030
Budget Deficit
• Extending our community beyond our small group and the front-left section of the sanctuary where we normally sit
• Sharing the Word of God with kids and praying fervently for God to make His Word grow in their hearts
• Doug & Jill Chesnut (CC#02) on the loss of her father; Case & Kenzie Killgore (CC#22) on the loss of her grandfather; Louise Killgore (CC#22) on the loss of her great-grandfather; Taylor & Jordan Chesnut (CC#04) on the loss of his grandfather; Tucker & Jackson Chesnut (CC#04) on the loss of their great-grandfather; Joe & Catherine Calvillo (CC#16) on the loss of her grandfather, William T. "Bill" McKenzie, on August 27, 2019.
budget
Serving on Sundays has now become a part of our family routine. Our three older kids help with the planning, music selection, room setup, and Cherub Church execution. We even find our 4-year-old daughter, Eliza, setting up her dolls (or younger brother) to teach them a Cherub Church lesson a few times a week.
• Laughing at the hilarious exploits of our fellow leaders (William Litton as Billy the Bible Shark is genius)
• Chris & Anna Stowell (CC#19) on the loss of his father; Scott Stowell (CC#19) on the loss of his grandfather, Russell D. “Russ” Stowell, on August 16, 2019. • Phil & Lisa Barnett (CC#15) on the loss of his mother, Martha "Pat" Barnett, on August 24, 2019.
When our children were very young, we served monthly in the Nursery. We then followed our kids up to Preschool and Kindergarten classes. For the past few years, we’ve had the pleasure of leading Cherub Church (Preschool). Next year, we will move up again with our older two to be part of the weekly team in Bible Explorers (1st-4th grade).
• Connecting with an older generation of incredible PCPC servants who have paved the way for all of us
deaths • Nancy Starr (CC#22), sister of Judy Hearst (CC#02) on August 24, 2019.
— Heath & Scott Beasley
We joined Park Cities Presbyterian Church in 2011 with a 1-year-old and one on the way. Now we have four children, ages 9, 7, 4, and 2. Knowing how great the needs are in the Nursery, Preschool, and Elementary programs at our church, each year, we have asked, “where should we serve?” And each year the Lord has shown us where He would have us. We have loved watching the Lord use our gifts for the building of the Body while also refining us personally. He has asked a little more of us, but He has also been faithful to equip and encourage us.
OUR FAMILY
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SAVE THE DATE MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL SMALL GROUPS BEGIN September 16-20 | Times and Location Vary
• Showing our kids that we make serving in the church a priority Psalm 126:3 says, “The Lord has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.” He has done great things in and through our family through our service on Sunday mornings here in the Children’s Ministry at PCPC. There are plenty of opportunities to find a role to fit your talents: playing music, holding babies, dressing up in costumes, strolling children around the halls, and engaging with a group of elementary students.
SECOND GRADE BIBLES
PCPC will thrive if the next generation of leaders steps up and serves in big ways!
Thursday, October 10 | 9:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | Oak Lawn West
Where could the Lord be calling you?
Sunday, October 6 | 8:30–9:15 a.m. | Fellowship Hall
POP & PLAY
Monday, October 7 | 10:00 a.m.–Noon | 9201 Forest Lane
SENIOR ADULT TRIP TO THE STATE FAIR OF TEXAS Lucy Elizabeth Rollins daughter of Laura and Bo Rollins
PCPC FALL FAMILY NIGHT
Friday, October 18 | 5:30–7:00 p.m. | 9000 Thackery Street
COST OF POVERTY EXPERIENCE
Saturday, October 19 | 8:45 a.m.–Noon | 5470 Ellsworth Avenue