Vol. XXI, No. 4 | February 19, 2011
Lenten Prayer Study
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March 9–April 13, 6:45–8:00 pm Church Parlor
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8:00 am–2:00 pm Saturday, February 26
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CPC will gather this day as a congregation to serve our neighbors—families, children, the homeless, and those who have been incarcerated. Compelled by the love of Christ, our purpose is to share His love as we walk and work alongside our neighbors throughout the city of Dallas. This is a great opportunity for every age and stage to come together for a fun day of fellowship with each other and our neighbors. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Register at www.pcpc.org/registrations. Contact christina.spruill@pcpc.org or 214-224-2520.
2020 Vision update 2
Bible Alive seminar 2
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adies, be refreshed and renewed by joining this six-week Lenten Prayer class, which will explore the basics of prayer and worship. You will learn how to find great rest in Christ by studying His prayer life. You will discover God wants to do more than you can ask or imagine in response to your prayers. And because Lent is set aside as holy in the church calendar and meant for contemplation and reflection, what better time to join us for this study, which will meet concurrently with the Midweek class schedule and be composed of a short segment of teaching, worship, and prayer. Register by contacting ann.higginbottom@pcpc.org or 214-224-2725.
Kara Welch and Bradley Welch concert 2
NEW: electronic version of This Week 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 Birth z Elias Paul DeBoer, son of Kacy and Davis DeBoer, on January 31, 2011
Marriage z Langley Rebecca Meek and Garrett Tyler Inman on January 15, 2011 z Laura Louise Dillahunty and Josh Steven Farrar on January 15, 2011 z Ellen Elizabeth Morris and Andrew Ryan Slaton on January 28, 2011
Death z Jerry Cunningham (CC#06/Good News) on February 4, 2011
Sympathy z Jeffrey-Jon Fryar (CC#17/ Heidelberg) on the loss of his father, Wilson "Jerry" B. Fryar, on January 30, 2011 z Michelle and Lee Bridgeman (CC#14/Young Families) on the loss of his grandmother, Francis Sims, on February 4, 2011 z Gloria Cunningham (CC#06/Good News) on the loss of her husband, Jerry Cunningham, on February 4, 2011 z Signe and Tom Tanksley (CC#17) on the loss of her father; Sam, Liesel, Kindl, Stephen, and Peter Tanksley (CC#17) on the loss of their grandfather, Frank Nothngale, on February 6, 2011 z Linda and Doug Dixon (CC#07/ Vineyard) on the loss of her father; Delaney, Paul, and Troy Dixon (CC#07) on the loss of their grandfather, Jack Bridges, on February 7, 2011
“The night of affliction is as much under the arrangement and control of the Lord of Love as the bright summer days when all is bliss.” —Charles Spurgeon
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announcements 2020 Vision
Everyone
In 1997, PCPC adopted the 2020 Vision to plant 100 churches by the year 2020—50 in the United States and 50 internationally. 103 churches have been planted as of 2011. Go to www.pcpcmissions.org to see the first of four videos that will highlight the status of the 2020 Vision.
Communion Sunday
Communion will be celebrated Sunday, February 27, 8:00, 9:30, or 11:00 am. Contact jayne.bjork@pcpc.org or 214-224-2632.
EQUIP mentor training
Join us for this EQUIP mentoring training session, Saturday, March 5, at Interfaith Housing Coalition. You will learn how to walk alongside a struggling family and help them regain self-sufficiency. Session times are flexible and can adapt according to your availability. For more information, visit http://urban.pcpc.org or contact Linda Wells, lwells2145@gmail.com or 214-632-2088.
Kara Welch and Bradley Welch concert
Join us for this concert, Sunday, March 20, 4:00 pm, Sanctuary. Kara is a member of the Dallas Symphony and Bradley is the Director of Music and Arts at Highland Park United Methodist Church. This concert affords a unique opportunity for them to partner together as chamber musicians. Admissions is free and doors open at 3:30 pm. For more information, visit www.pcpcconcerts.org or contact frances.cope@pcpc.org or 214-224-2633.
Bible Alive seminar
Join us for the Bible Alive seminar, Friday–Saturday, April 1–2, Fellowship Hall. This seminar is a multimedia contextual immersion experience in understanding God’s Word in its original historical, cultural, geographical, literary, and visual context. This seminar is appropriate for junior high students or older, and families are encouraged to attend. Register at www.pcpc.org/registrations. Contact amy.tassos@pcpc.org or 214-224-2740.
2011 Short-term mission opportunities
Join us for one of our short-term mission opportunities. View them at www.pcpcmissions.org/world. Contact marzena.dunham@pcpc.org or 214-224-2523.
Good Samaritan volunteers needed
We need volunteers for our Good Samaritan program. Contact Chris Axley, chairman of Good Samaritan Committee, at caxley@hldallas.com or 214-263-8714.
Donations needed for ARM
Adult Rehabilitation Ministry (ARM) is opening a new house for men coming into their program and needs the following household items: home decorations, 10 twin beds, 10 dressers, one couch, two love seats, two recliners, lamps, night stands, and a washer and dryer. To donate these items, contact our PCPC Coordinator for ARM, Gil Sheehan, at gsheehan@barrington-ltd. com or 214-675-6949.
ESL needs yarn
Winsome Thomas, ESL Kid-Care Coordinator, and Christiana Russell are working on a special project with children, ages 6-12, and need yarn. You may drop off yarn at the church information desk or contact esl@pcpc.org.
Artificial Christmas trees needed
We need artificial Christmas trees for next summer's Vacation Bible School. To make a donation, contact darian.reichert@pcpc.org or 214-224-2568.
Cars needed for missionaries
Do you have a car that a PCPC missionary might use when in Dallas for a few days? If so, contact Cindy Rhea, rheafam@sbcglobal.net or 214-766-2527.
Bill Weislak promoted
Bill was promoted to Director of Facilities and Property Management. Bill's new director role gives broader oversight of our facilities and events, which will serve our body and our staff more effectively. Bill will supervise the Audio Visual and Event Management System Ministries along with the sexton staff. Overall, this promotion affirms the value Bill brings to our church family by his competence and professional and very generous servant attitude. Join us in congratulating Bill in his new role and pray for him as he takes on additional leadership for our ministries.
Mentors needed for LPF Children
PCPC has started a Mentoring Program for the Lao Presbyterian Fellowship children, and we need your help! Boys and girls, ages seven–sixteen, need help with daily issues. Contact Ron and Sharon Baxter, RonLSB@sbcglobal.net or 817-801-5335.
youth ministries
Voice of Hope outreach
Fifth–twelfth graders, join us in helping Voice of Hope, Saturday, February 19, 9:30 am–12:30 pm. We will assist elementary and middle school students with activities and crafts. Drop off and pick up is at the PCPC Hangout. Contact mary.haberkorn@pcpc.org, 214-224-2734. This Week February 19, 2011
calendar February
18–19
8:00 am–2:00 pm Adoption: The Reality of the Blessing conference,
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9:30 am–12:30 pm Voice of Hope outreach, PCPC Hangout, 224-2734
Fellowship Hall, 224-2683
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Beyond Ourselves, 224-2520 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 am Communion Sunday, 224-2632
May
6–7 The Knot, Oak Lawn West, 224-2683 28–Jn 3 High School Florida trip, Laguna Beach Christian Retreat Center, 224-2762
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March
June
4:00 pm Colin Howland organ concert, Sanctuary, 224-2633
July
12:00–12:30 pm Pray First, Parlor, 214-363-0558 Spring break mission trip, TbarM Sports Camp, 224-2762 4:00 pm Kara Welch and Bradley Welch concert, Sanctuary, 224-2635 6:30–8:30 pm India dinner, Fellowship Hall, 224-2523
24–30 Family camp (session 1), Sky Ranch Ute Trail, 903-266-3300 31–Aug 6 Family camp (session 2), Sky Ranch Ute Trail, 903-266-3300
April
Bible Alive seminar, Fellowship Hall, 224-2740 The Knot, Oak Lawn West, 224-2683 8–22 12:00 pm Holy Week, Sanctuary, 224-2632 10 7:00 pm A German Requiem concert, Sanctuary, 224-2633 21 7:00 pm Maundy Thursday Evening Communion, Sanctuary, 224-2632 24 Resurrection Sunday services, Sanctuary, 224-2632 29–May 1 Introduction to PCPC class, Room 259, 224-2744 1–2
Project Austin spring break mission trip
Seventh–twelfth graders, join us in serving the city of Austin by teaming up with ministries, churches, and outreach organizations March 11–15. You will also enjoy fun activities and great teaching times. Also, don't forget to invite your friends. Registration costs $300. Contact lily.riemer@pcpc.org or 214-224-2762.
Florida trip
All ninth–twelfth graders are invited to this weeklong retreat at the Laguna Beach Christian Retreat Center in Panama City Beach, Florida May 28–June 3. Register at www.pcpc.org/registrations. For more information, visit www.pcpchighschool.org or contact lily.riemer@pcpc.org or 214-224-2762.
adult ministries
Retirement home worship schedule
z Sunday February 13, 1:00 pm: Town Village North; 3:00 pm: Meadowstone; 3:30 pm: White Rock Court z Thursday, February 17, 3:00 pm: Monticello z Sunday, February 20, 2:00 pm: Caruth Haven; 3:30 pm: White Rock Court; 4:00 pm: The Forum z Thursday, February 24, 3:00 pm: Monticello; 3:00 pm: Edgemere
Park Cities Presbyterian Church
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
Women
Pray First
Join us as we pray for our church, families, state, and world Monday, March 7, 12:00–12:30 pm, Parlor. We would love to pray with and for you. For more information or to submit prayer requests, contact Carri Case, kcases@swbell.net or 214-363-0558.
Young Families
Second annual PCPC Family Camp
Join us for our second annual family camp July 31–August 6, Sky Ranch at Ute Trail in Colorado. The cost for one-room cabins is $2,400 per family and two-bedroom cabins cost $2,700. To learn more about PCPC Family Camp, visit www.skyranch.org/familycamp. Register by calling 903-266-3300. February 19, 2011 This Week
24/7 prayer hotline
Did You Know?
214-224-2680 or 24/7prayer@pcpc.org
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e now have an electronic version of This Week! Inside each e-This Week, you will find videos, upcoming ministry opportunities and events, audio sermons, the Every Thought Captive devotional, and more. If you are not already receiving the e-This Week, sign up at www.pcpc.org/ subscribe-email. Also, to reduce costs, consider unsubscribing from this printed version by e-mailing database@pcpc.org.
General fund budget 2010/2011 operating budget Budget for July 1, 2010–February 6, 2011 G iving for July 1, 2010–February 6, 2011 Budget variance
$10,700,000 $6,909,460 $6,441,848 ($467,612)
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Kingdo Movem m e n in India t
M o n d a y , M a rc h 21 6:30–8:30 pm Fellowship Hall
Bible Aliv e Friday–Saturday, April 1–2 An immersion experience in understanding God’s Word in context
A churchwide d inner evening featuring a tast e of India RSVP: www.pcp c.org by Sunday, Mar ch 20 $9.50 marzena.dunham @pcpc.org or 214-224-252 3
www.twitter.com/pcpcnews www.facebook.com/parkcitiespca
• $25 per person; max. $40 per family until Friday, March 25; then $35 per person/$50 per family • register at www.pcpc.org • amy.tassos@pcpc.org or 214-224-2740
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