Vol. XX, No. 17 | August 21, 2010
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September 10–11
egistration is open August 20–September 13. This year's theme is The Manger, the Magi, and the Majesty. There will be awards for Best of Theme and People’s Choice winners. Register online at www. pcpcartsfestival.org. Contact Lawan Glasscock, lawan.glasscock@pcpc.org or 214-224-2739.
Friday, 7:00–9:00 pm Saturday, 9:00 am–3:30 pm with Dan Allender register, www.mhgsconferences.com or 888-977-2002x112 $95/individuals or $175/couples Questions: Betty Montague betty.montague@pcpc.org 214-224-2683
Men's bible study
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Fill a backpack by Sunday, October 3.
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n Tuesday, September 21, 7 am, we will kick off a weekly Men's Bible study. We will have a time of teaching on prayer followed by practicing prayer. Contact Lawan Glasscock, lawan.glasscock@pcpc.org or 214-224-2739.
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Women’’’s inistries
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Providence Packs
2010–2011
Registration is open at www.pcpcwomen.org. See page two for more details.
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Chancel Choir rehearsals have resumed 2
60+ Community Bible conferences are coming 2
Important children's teacher training workshops 3
Park Cities Presbyterian Church exists to extend the transforming presence of the Kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ in Dallas and to the world.
o u r fa m i ly Births z Lola Grace Rendall, daughter of Cordy and David Rendall, on May 8, 2010 z Cooper Gregory Shull, son of Melissa and Greg Shull, on May 15, 2010 z Luke Simms Johnson, son of Kristi and Ryan Johnson, on July 2, 2010 z Reed H. Vanderhill, son of Winsor and Phil Vanderhill, on August 3, 2010
Marriages z Catherine Yetive Shoecraft and Jacob Muir Lightbody on Sunday, August 1, 2010 z Lauren Marie Garrett and Jared Lee Carlson on Friday, August 6, 2010 z Julie A. Pfaff and Ben A. Quine on Saturday, August 7, 2010 z Casey Alexis Lee and Charles Henry Robinson III on Saturday, July 3, 2010
Deaths z Gene E. Ford Sr. (CC#03/Agape), on Monday, August 9, 2010
Sympathy z Helen May Nichols (CC#20/New Creations) on the loss of her father, Ralph Nichols, on Monday, July 5, 2010 z Shirley & Ted Atkinson (CC#06) on the loss of her mother, Lois Sammons, on Monday, July 19, 2010 z Linda Burman (CC#24) on the loss of her stepmother, Twyla Buck, on Saturday, July 31, 2010 z Kitty & Tom Walker (CC#13/Good News) on the loss of her sister, Barbara Fuller, on Thursday, August 5, 2010 z Carol Baker (CC#19) on the loss of her mother, Marion Baker, on Sunday, August 8, 2010
“Satan trembles when he sees the weakest saint upon his knees.” —William Cowper
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a n n o u n c e m e n ts Everyone
Intimate Mystery discount
Volunteer and get 50% off your Intimate Mystery registration! We need help with registration, refreshments, book table and set up/clean up. In addition, you may get another surprise! Contact betty. montague@pcpc.org or 214-224-2683.
Caregiver support group luncheon
Are you caring for an aging, disabled, or ill parent, child, or friend? If so, join us on Tuesday, September 21, 11:30–1:00 pm, Oak Lawn West, for lunch and fellowship with others in similar circumstances. Contact jane.beasley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2771.
Providence packs
Support underprivileged children in Laos by stuffing a backpack with toiletries, school supplies, and more. Visit our registry, www.target.com, First name: PCPC, Last name: World Missions, to make your purchases. Bring your filled backpack or contributions with the receipt attached to the church's collection bin by Sunday, October 3. Contact brent.baker@pcpc.org or 214-224-2735.
Worship and the arts
Chancel Choir
Weekly rehearsals on Wednesdays have resumed. Join us on Wednesday, August 25, 7–9 pm in Cambridge Hall. New members and amateurs are welcome. Contact jmarty.cope@pcpc.org or 214-224-2630.
Children's and Youth Choirs
Kindergarten–grade twelve are invited to learn about music, singing, and worship by participating in a choir this fall. Sunday and Wednesday rehearsals begin September 12 and 15. Preregistration is required for K-1. Contact Lynda Fray, lynda.fray@pcpc.org or 214224-2636.
Women's ministries
Women's fall Bible studies
Registration is open for the Women’s Bible studies, which begin the week of September 13. There are seven different opportunities. When registering online, www.pcpcwomen.org, note the limited childcare guidelines. Contact ann.higginbottom@ pcpc.org or 214-224-2725.
The Bridge
Enjoy dinner, connect with women of all ages, and hear the testimony of Candy Hill’s walk with the Lord on Thursday, September 9, 6:30–8:30 pm. No RSVP needed. Invite your women friends and bring $8 for dinner. We will meet at Susan Bullock’s home, 3620 Bryn Mawr. Contact ann.higginbottom@pcpc.org or 214-224-2725.
adult ministries
Retirement home worship schedule
Sunday, August 22, 1:00 pm: Town Village North; 3:00 pm: Meadowstone; 3:30 pm: White Rock Court Wednesday August 25, 2:00 pm: Walnut Place Thursday, August 26, 3:00 pm: Monticello; 3:00 pm: Edgemere Sunday, August 29, 3:00 pm: Meadowstone; 3:30 pm: White Rock Court Thursday, September 2, 3:00 pm: Monticello
Balance, equilibrium, and stability training
Join the 60+ Community as Ron Stein leads this fun exercise class, Mondays, 10:30–11:30 am, Oak Lawn West. Cost: $25 per person or $35 per couple per month. Contact jane.beaseley@pcpc.org or 214-2242771.
Monthly fall Bible conferences
The 60+ Community fall Bible conferences begin on September 9, 10:00 am–12:30 pm. Oak Lawn West. Contact jane.beaseley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2771.
missions and church planting
Aoyagi & Bronson missionary receptions
Join us on Monday, August 23, 7:30 pm, as we honor Seima and Naoko Aoyagi at 324 Huffhines St., Richardson, 75081. Then on Sunday, August 29, 12:10 pm the Shepherds of Souls Community will honor Becky and Andrew Bronson in Room 259. $7 suggested donation.
Honoring our PCPC women missionaries Ladies, join us for lunch as we hear updates from several of our visiting missionary women on Wednesday, August 25, 12:00–1:30 pm, Fellowship Hall. $7 suggested donation. RSVP, rheafam@ sbcglobal.net or 214-766-2527.
diaconate
Good Samaritan program
We need volunteers to assist individuals needing help. Consider serving 2–3 hours per month. Contact christina.spruill@pcpc.org or 214-224-2520.
Equip ministry
We need mentors to help people with budget, life skills, parenting, and spiritual needs. The commitment is six months. Training is on September 10. Contact Linda Wells, linda2145@sbcglobal.net or 214-632-2088.
This Week August 21, 2010
calendar August 22 23 25 28 29
October
12:30–2:00 pm Preschool/elementary training, Fellowship Hall, 224-2780 7:30 pm Seima and Naoko Aoyagi missionary reception, 224-2551 7:00–9:00 pm Chancel Choir rehearsal, Cambridge Hall, 224-2630 12:00–1:30 pm Ladies missions luncheon, Fellowship Hall, 214-766-2527 9:00–10:30 am Nursery training, Room 302, 224-2566 8:00 am–5:00 pm Helping Hands Day, Room 263, 224-2472 12:10 pm Becky and Andrew Bronson missionary reception, Room 259, 224-2551 11:00 am–12:00 pm Middle school parent meeting, Hangout, 224-2762
September
PCPC offices closed, 224-2500 6:30–8:30 pm The Bridge women's dinner, 224-2725 10:00 am–12:30 pm 60+ Community Bible Conference, 224-2771 10–11 Intimate Mystery Conference, 224-2683 12 12:10–1:15 pm Missionary Mailings, Room 260, 224-2551 Children's and youth choir rehearsal, 224-2636 13 Women's Bible studies begin, 224-2725 15 Children's and youth choir rehearsal, 224-2636 5:30–6:45 pm Midweek dinner begins, Fellowship Hall, 224-2744 21 11:30 am–1:00 pm Caregiver lunch, Oak Lawn West, 224-2771 10:00 am Circle 5 meeting, 7215 Stefani Dr., 214-361-4704 7:00 am Men's Bible study kick off, 224-2739 6 9
Young Families
Teacher training workshop
Preschool and elementary will meet on Sunday, August 22, 12:30–2:00 pm in Fellowship Hall. Lunch provided. Nursery training will be on Saturday, August 28, 9:00–10:30 am in Room 302. Continental breakfast provided. Contact heather.holmes@pcpc. org or 214-224-2780 for preschool; darian.reichert@ pcpc.org or 214-224-2568 for elementary; gale. emerson@pcpc.org or 214-224-2566 for nursery.
Pastoral Care
Helping Hands Day
Everyone is welcome to help single moms, widows, and others with housework on Saturday, August 28, 8:00 am–5:00 pm. Register at www.pcpc.org. Contact wilma.morgan@pcpc.org or 214-224-2472.
Community Events
Praying parents for Highland Park I. S. D
Pray for your child or grandchild in the Highland Park I.S.D. and for one teacher this school year. Contact Julie Miller, telljulie@charter.net or 214-368-3335.
Women's prison ministry
Join women from PCPC to encourage women in Dawson State Jail on selected Friday mornings. Contact Selby Harrison, csharrison@sbcglobal.net.
August 21, 2010 This Week
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Middle school fall retreat, Sky Ranch, 224-2762 Introduction to PCPC classes, Room 259, 224-2744 Boot Camp for Lovers, Oak Lawn West, 224-2683 7:00 pm Fernando Ortega concert 10:00 am–12:30 pm 60+ Community Bible Conference, 224-2771
5–7 7 9 11 13 13–21
PCA Global Missions Conference, shelley.accardy@mtw.org 12:10–1:15 pm Missionary Mailings, Room 260, 224-2551 North Texas Presbytery meeting, 224-2775 10:00 am–12:30 pm 60+ Community Bible Conference, 224-2771 8:00 am Helping Hands Day, Room 263, 224-2742 PCPC Arts Festival, 224-2739
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8:00 am Christmas Helping Hands Day, Room 263, 224-2742 10:00 am–12:30 pm 60+ Community bible conference, 224-2771
November
December
PCPC offices closed, 224-2500 noon PCPC offices closed, 224-2500
Library
New DVDs & books
Check out these new DVDs. For juniors, Treasures in the Snow and Tanglewood's Secret by Patricia St. John, Lost in Silver Canyon, Ambushed. For adults, Bonhoeffer–Agent of Grace. In books, enjoy the ESV Bible Atlas and The Church History ABCs. Contact adair.gregory@pcpc.org or 214-224-2673.
New to PCPC?
Join us on October 1-3 to learn more about us at our Intro to PCPC class, which is required for those intending to join the church. Contact debbie.blanton@pcpc. org or 214-224-2744.
Park Cities Presbyterian Church Urban Ministries
ESL volunteers needed
We need teachers and helpers on Tuesdays or Thursdays. Visit our table on Sunday, August 22. Contact kathy.dunn@pcpc.org or 214-360-4782.
UGM: Center of Hope women's shelter
Homeless women living at UGM need new socks, underwear (sizes L, XL, XXL), and gently used work attire. Drop off items at Center of Hope, 815 Cass St., Dallas, 75235. Contact Diane Steele, 214-522-8659.
Dallas Leadership Foundation
Join the Christmas Treasures of Hope planning team. This foundation provides gifts to low income families at below wholesale prices. Contact Cora Billingsley, rocobill67@sbcglobal.net or 214-361-9442.
Mercy Street
Seventy-five children need a mentor. Consider spending two hours a month so you can mentor one of these children. Contact Carroll Turpin, carrollturpin@yahoo.com or 214-361-9710.
Presbyterian Church in America 4124 Oak Lawn Avenue Dallas, TX 75219 214-224-2500 www.pcpc.org www.facebook.com/parkcitiespca www.twitter.com/pcpcnews
Sunday worship 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 am
Communion Sundays, 8:00–9:00 am Wednesdays, 5:30–6:00 pm
24/7 prayer hotline 214-224-2680 or 24/7prayer@pcpc.org
General fund budget 2010/2011 operating budget Budget for July 1, 2010–August 8, 2010 G iving for July 1, 2010–August 8, 2010 Budget variance
$10,700,000 $1,056,303 $836,286 ($220,016)
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August 15, 2010
Lewis Winston Burgher
Dustin Dean Dulin
son of Emma and Ford Burgher
www.facebook.com/parkcitiespca www.twitter.com/pcpcnews
Do you have information about births, deaths, or hospitalizations? Please let our pastoral care ministry know. Contact wilma.morgan@pcpc. org or 214-224-2742.
son of Katie and Dustin Dulin
Carter Travis Kalen
Jordan Elizabeth Macatee
son of Taylor and Travis Kalen
daughter of Kelli and Mark Macatee
William Nathan Melihercik
Luke Jasper Tinsley
son of Julie and Nate Melihercik
son of Katie and Marc Tinsley
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