Vol. XXI, No. 6 | March 19, 2011
THE 2020 VISION
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n August 25, 1997 after much research, careful discussion and a lot of prayer, the PCPC Session committed to the following ambitious and very exciting vision:
To plant 100 strategically-located churches, many with Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) chapters, by the year 2020—50 in the U.S. and 50 worldwide.
April 1–2
RUM4EO?
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re you made for each other? Come find out at The Knot—a marriage seminar designed for dating and engaged couples. You'll learn how to build a foundation for a satisfying and godly marriage. On Friday you'll enjoy dessert and uncover the biblical framework for marriage. Then on Saturday you'll receive great information, breakfast, lunch, and sweet fellowship with others. Couples being married at PCPC or by one of our ministers at another location are required to attend all classes in this series. The cost is $60 per couple.
Kara Kirkendoll Welch and Bradley Hunter Welch concert 2
The Knot is perfect for: v Dating and engaged couples v Couples being married at PCPC or by one of our ministers at another location Session times are Friday, 6:00–9:00 pm, and Saturday, 8:00 am–3:00 pm. The cost is $60 per couple. Register at www.pcpc.org/registrations. Contact betty.montague@pcpc.org or 214-224-2683.
Rough Riders game for preschool families 2
Bible Alive 4
We are pleased to announce that God has so blessed this effort that as of January 2011, 103 churches have been started - 50 in the U.S. and 53 internationally. Additionally, 12 RUF chapters have been started in connection with the U.S. church plants.
Watch the video! www.pcpcmissions.org
Women's Reflective Retreat 4
Park Cities Presbyterian Church exists to extend the transforming presence of the Kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ in Dallas and to the world.
our fam i l y Births z Amelia Page Bridgeman, daughter of Michelle and Lee Bridgeman, on February 25, 2011 z Rosemary Samantha White, daughter of Susan and Jeff White, on March 1, 2011 z Sloane Ava Lyles, daughter of Kathryn and Trey Lyles, on March 3, 2011
Death z Charles Bankhead (CC#08) on March 11, 2011
Marriage z Anne Elizabeth Mullen and Joshua Charles Hazard on March 5, 2011
Sympathies z Grace and Steve Carter (CC#02) on the loss of her brother-in-law, William T. Dawson, on February 20, 2011 z Marci Bankhead (CC#08) on the loss of her husband; Jack Liston III (CC#11) on the loss of his father, Charles Bankhead, on March 11, 2011
a n n ou n c eme n t s Everyone
Kingdom Movement in India
Join us for dinner and to learn from Indian church leaders about the Holy Spirit’s work in India, Monday, March 21, 6:30 pm, Fellowship Hall. The dinner costs $9.50 per person and will consist of mild Indian cuisine. Children are welcome but childcare is not provided. Handicrafts made by underprivileged women employed by the Dorcas House in Northern India will be available for purchase at the Monday night dinner and during Tuesday morning women’s Bible studies. Contact marzena.dunham@pcpc.org or 214-224-2523.
Rock 'n Roll Dallas Half Marathon
The Rock 'n Roll Dallas Half Marathon will pass by PCPC on Lakeside Drive Sunday, March 27, causing access and parking changes. See the map of the marathon's route at www.pcpc.org.
Help with etiquette lunches
Help students at West Dallas Community School practice their fine dining etiquette, Thursday, March 31, 11:15 am–12:30 pm, by serving them lunch at your home or by driving them to other PCPC members' homes. Contact jillchesnut@sbcglobal.net or 214-528-8687.
Missionary Mailings
Encourage your PCPC missionary families by writing them a note of appreciation Sunday, April 3, 12:15–1:15 pm, Fellowship Hall. Pizza and salad are provided to first-comers. Also, kids will enjoy our special coloring table setup just for them. Contact whitney.vines@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551.
God is glorified in the demonstration of the difference between our natural ability and His miraculous power. Risk-taking is nothing fancy, just an everyday pressing into little things that we have no confidence of doing without the help of God. —André Seu
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Kara Kirkendoll Welch Bradley Hunter Welch Music for Flute and Organ Sunday, March 20 4:00 pm, Sanctuary
Intro to PCPC class
Learn about PCPC's vision, purpose, ministries, service and fellowship opportunities, membership, and more, Friday, April 29, 6:30–9:00 pm, Saturday, April 30, 8:00 am–12:30 pm, and Sunday, May 1, 9:30–10:40 am, Room 259. The church-joining date will be Sunday, June 5. Contact debbie.blanton@pcpc.org or 214-224-2744.
Helping Hands Day
Help single moms, widows, and others who need help with changing light bulbs, organizing closets, raking leaves, fixing running toilets, and more Saturday, April 30, 8:00 am–1:00 pm, Room 263. Contact wilma.morgan@pcpc.org or 214-224-2742.
Apartment Life position
Want to use your business and leadership experience to advance the gospel? Apartment Life, a ministry reaching apartment communities with the gospel, is seeking an area vice president for the Uptown/ Midtown area. Send resumes to Colette Strange, colettestrange@apartmentlife.org or 817-685-2963.
New library resources
For adults, check out King’s Cross: The story of the world in the life of Jesus, by Timothy Keller; Little House in the Ozarks, by Laura Ingalls Wilder; and Known and Unknown, which is Donald Rumsfeld's memoir. Swing by the library Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–5:00 pm or Sunday, 9:00 am–1:00 pm.
Young Families
Batter Up!
The preschool is going to a Rough Riders game at the Dr Pepper Ball Park, Sunday, April 3, 3:00 pm! We hit a home-run with reserved bullpen seating, food, drinks, and an official ball cap for every ticket holder. Register by contacting heather.holmes@pcpc.org or 214-224-2780.
Elementary movie night
Come dressed as your favorite princess, warrior, or dragon as we watch the animated film How to Train Your Dragon, Friday, April 8, 6:00–8:00 pm, Hangout. The cost is $5 for dinner and games. RSVP to darian. reichert@pcpc.org or 214-224-2568 by Wednesday, April 6.
VBS Ski School
Kids age five by 9/1/11 to rising fourth graders, it’s time to register for Ski School (VBS) at the PCPC Ski Lodge, Monday–Thursday, June 20–23, 9:00 am–noon. Register at www.pcpc.org/registrations. Contact darian.reichert@pcpc.org or 214-224-2568. This Week March 19, 2011
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March
4:00 pm Kara Welch and Bradley Welch concert, Sanctuary, 224-2635 6:30–8:30 pm India dinner, Fellowship Hall, 224-2523 10:15–1:00 pm Hospital tour and lunch, 224-2771 11:00 am–noon Trans:parenting, Room 259, 224-2763 11:15 am–12:30 pm Help with etiquette lunches, 528-8687
April
6:30 pm; 8:30 am Bible Alive seminar, Fellowship Hall, 224-2740 6:00 pm; 8:00 am The Knot, Oak Lawn West, 224-2683 12:15–1:15 pm Missionary Mailings, Fellowship Hall, 224-2551 3:00 pm Batter Up!, Dr. Pepper Ball Park, 224-2780 12:00–12:30 pm Pray First, Parlor, 363-0558 6:30–8:30 pm The Bridge, 3828 Southwestern, 224-2725 6:00–8:00 pm Elementary movie night, Hangout, 224-2568 Women's Reflective Retreat, Montserrat Retreat Center, 224-2722 noon Holy Week, Sanctuary, 224-2632 9:30 am–12:30 pm Voice of Hope outreach, Hangout, 224-2734 7:00 pm A German Requiem concert, Sanctuary, 224-2633
Lafferty to speak at Family Camp
Join us for family camp July 31–August 6, Sky Ranch at Ute Trail in Colorado. Patrick Lafferty will speak during this week. The cost for one- and tworoom cabins are $2,400 and $2,700 per family. Visit www.skyranch.org/familycamp. Register by calling 903-266-3300.
60+ Community
Retirement home worship schedule
z Sunday March 20, 2:00 pm: Caruth Haven; 3:30 pm: White Rock Court; 4:00 pm: The Forum z Thursday, March 24, 3:00 pm: Monticello; 3:00 pm: Edgemere z Sunday, March 27, 1:00 pm: Town Village North; 3:00 pm: Meadowstone; 3:30 pm: White Rock Court z Thursday, March 31, 3:00 pm: Monticello
Hospital tour and lunch
Enjoy lunch and learn how the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children cares for children at no charge to their families, Thursday, March 24, 10:15 am–1:00 pm. RSVP to jane.beasley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2771.
Student ministries
Trans:parenting
Brent Baker and Brian Mountjoy will lead an open discussion for parents of elementary, middle, and high school students regarding the dangers of technology and pornography. If you have specific questions you'd like them to address, please e-mail ben.leonard@pcpc.org by Wednesday, March 23.
March 19, 2011 This Week
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10:45–11:30 am Song and Story, Room 122, 224-2780 7:00 pm The Rock Behind the Roll, 1202 Dragon St., 224-2739 7:00 pm Maundy Thursday Evening Communion, Sanctuary, 224-2632 Resurrection Sunday services, Sanctuary, 224-2632 Introduction to PCPC class, Room 259, 224-2744 8:00 am–1:00 pm Helping Hands Day, Room 263, 224-2742
May
6–7 The Knot, Oak Lawn West, 224-2683 28–Jn 3 Florida trip, Laguna Beach Christian Retreat Center, 224-2762
June
4:00 pm Colin Howland organ concert, Sanctuary, 224-2633 12 20–23 9:00 am–noon VBS Ski School, PCPC Ski Lodge, 224-2568
July
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
Voice of Hope outreach
Fifth–twelfth graders, join us as we help Voice of Hope Saturday, April 9, 9:30 am–12:30 pm, PCPC Hangout. We will assist elementary and middle school students with activities and crafts. Contact mary.haberkorn@pcpc.org or 214-224-2734.
Women
Pray First
Help us pray for our church, families, and more Monday, April 4, 12:00–12:30 pm, Parlor. We will also pray with and for you. For information or to submit prayer requests, contact Carri Case, kcases@swbell.net or 214-363-0558.
The Bridge
Enjoy a casual dinner, build relationships, and listen to Mary Flo Ridley's story of rescue Thursday, April 7, 6:30–8:30 pm at the home of Nancy Snell, 3828 Southwestern. No RSVP is needed. Dinner is provided for $10. Visit www.pcpcwomen.org or contact ann.higginbottom@pcpc.org or 214-224-2725.
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
24/7 prayer hotline 214-224-2680 or 24/7prayer@pcpc.org
Women's Reflective Retreat
Relax at nearby Montserrat Retreat Center on Lake Dallas, Friday–Saturday, April 8–9. Elizabeth Robinson and Kari Stainback will lead two sessions on worship. The cost is $100; scholarships are available. Register at www.pcpcwomen.org or at the Women’s Ministry table. Contact laurie.butterfield@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722.
General fund budget 2010/2011 operating budget Budget for July 1, 2010–March 6, 2011 G iving for July 1, 2010–March 6, 2011 Budget variance
$10,700,000 $7,820,533 $7,860,796 $40,263
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New Members
New Members, March, 2011
Kara and Jeffrey Axley
Lisa Brown
Chris Cagle
Emily Lee
Yong Lee
Jake Lester
Taylor Clark
Adam Cowdin
Will Dowell
Marshall Lunati
Michael Manes
Imelda Martinez
William Edwards
Tom Elsener
Jeffrey Fein
Mitch Martzen
Miranda Murphy
Brent Ottmers
Erica and Preston Fischer
Evan Gartley
Chase Gosselin
Jamie Rench
Carley Runyon
Marisa and Todd Schroeder
Catherine and Cambron Hardaway
Ashley and John Holm
Pam Johnson
Blake Schwarz
Dina and Stan Smith
Tracy Thurmond
Sarah and Brad Jones
Laura Kennedy
Sopha Keovixay
Marc Tinsley
Brendan Tippen
Boonsri Vimonphanh
Khamsy Kettavong
Michelle Kick
Kristen White
Nina and Jason Williams
Kathy and Frank Zerangue
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Emily and Derek Kieta
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Bible Aliv e Friday–Saturday, April 1–2 Want to rekindle your excitement and passion for God’s Word?
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ible Alive is a multimedia contextual immersion experience in understanding God’s Word in its original historical, cultural, geographical, literary, and visual context.
Session times are Friday, 6:30–9:45 pm, and Saturday, 8:30 am–12:30 pm. The cost is $25 per person or $40 per family until Friday, March 25; then $35 per person or $50 per family. Register at www.pcpc.org/registrations. Contact amy.tassos@pcpc.org or 214-224-2740.
Women’s Reflective Retreat April 8–9 Montserrat, Lake Dallas see page 3
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