Vol. XXI, No. 20 | Oc tober 1, 2011
Adair Gregory's 20th anniversary at PCPC
Of
all the jewels in our collection, Adair’s favorite is C. S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia series. Reading these fictions with her children helped them bond. Her favorite quote describes Aslan—The Great Lion who also illustrates Christ: “Safe?” said Mr. Beaver. “Who said anything about safe? ‘Course he isn’t safe. But he’s good. He’s the King, I tell you.” These words showed Adair the extent of Christ’s meekness—His willingness to rein in His strength to accomplish a bigger purpose.
“It’s
been one miracle after another!” is how Adair Gregory describes these past 20 years as PCPC’s librarian. In 1991, Adair joined the PCPC staff and was quickly whisked away to answer phone calls and handle other receptionist responsibilities. Soon, she found herself organizing books during her lunch hour. Little did Adair know this would develop into a treasure trove of 35,700 fictions, non-fictions, references, biographies, periodicals, and audio and video resources for kids, youth, and adults.
Adair knew a good investment when she spotted it. Having worked on Wall Street by running a line in the trading room in her early years, Adair now found herself in a new enterprise—sales. “I loved to sell people on books!” Adair says. “I liked to see kids read” (yes, older ones too!). Her passion for encouraging people to read has paid handsome returns—literally. With time, homeschoolers, Christian schools, kids with their moms, and others would learn about these rich resources and regularly return to PCPC.
Family Camp 2
Adair,
Everyone
Prayer for the city and world
We will boldly and dependently seek God to transform our city and the world. Join us Sunday, October 2, 12:15–12:45 pm, Room 261. Light snacks will be provided and children are welcome. Contact marzena.dunham@pcpc.org or 214-224-2523.
Art as Soul Work
David J. Goa will speak on the role that art plays in our Christian life. Join us Tuesday, October 4, 7:00 pm, Fellowship Hall. Goa is the director of the Chester Ronning Centre for the Study of Religion and Public Life at the University of Alberta and was previously curator of Royal Alberta Museum. Goa lists "Anno Domini" among the many successful art exhibitions in major museums that portray Christ's life through art. There is no cost for this event. Register at www.pcpc.org/registrations by Sunday, October 2. Contact lawan.glasscock@pcpc.org or 214-224-2739.
We thank God for your wisdom and understanding among us. By your good conduct you Saturday for the have showed your works in the October 22 meekness of wisdom. May a harvest of righteousness be sown Heart for the City conference Randy Nabors, Carl Ellis, and other leading experts in peace because of you.
HEART City
With love, The PCPC family
New in the Library 2
will discuss what God is doing in and through PCPC in serving those in Dallas. Join us Saturday, October 22, 8:30 am–1:00 pm, Fellowship Hall. A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. The cost is $40. Register at www.pcpc.org/registrations by Wednesday, October 19. Register for childcare by calling 214-706-2797 by Wednesday, October 19. Contact christina.spruill@pcpc.org or 214-224-2520.
New time: 60+ Bible conferences 3
Women's fall 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.