THIS WEEK: July 7, 2012

Vol. XXII, No. 14 | july 7, 2012

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Discover what PCPC women are doing around the world.

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Five points? Rejoice in the one point.

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What’s your student doing this summer?

PER SPEC TIVES Thursdays August 30–December 13 6:30–9:00 pm

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pcpc kids’

Sundays, June 17–August 19 | 11:00 am | Kidz Court

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baptisms

June 17, 2012

Benjamin Reid Covin

Daniel Alejandro Restrepo

Hunter Curtis Riemer

Neely Catherine Mason

son of Eun-Sang and Jonathan Covin

son of Murillo and Cesar Restrepo

son of Lily and Will Riemer

daughter of Taylor and Jeb Mason

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 family

everyone

births

Judah Jezreel Russell, son of Stephanie and Andrew Russell, on June 21, 2012 John Michael Benda, son of Lindsey and Parker Benda, on June 22, 2012 marriages

Wendy Holman and Wesley Rentz, on June 2, 2012 Trisha Michelle Verges and Michael Lynn Mobley, on June 16, 2012 Claire Sherwood Smith and David Wayne Mueller, on June 23, 2012 deaths

Richard Budlong, Jr., husband of Patsy Budlong, on June 27, 2012.

old fashion hymn sing There is something special about the old hymns in the life of the church. On Sunday, July 8, 11:00 am–12:00 pm, Room 300, don’t miss this hour as we sing hymns joyously to the Lord. Contact elaine. montague@pcpc.org or 214-224-2736.

world missions Perspectives is a 15-week discipleship course that takes students five miles deep into the Bible and helps them get a clearer picture of the church’s role in God’s grand plan, Thursdays, August 30– December 13, 6:30 pm—9:00 pm, Oak Lawn West Meeting Room. Contact marzena.dunham@pcpc.org or 214-224-2523.

ACT is seeking a Community Relations Liaison.

This individual will be responsible for organizing, educating, counseling, and equipping local residents in fighting offending owners of drug houses and abandoned properties in order to reclaim crimeridden neighborhoods. Contact Renee Gertson, rgertson@actdallas.org or 214-951-9151.

ladies’ missionary luncheon Come enjoy food and fellowship while hearing about the lives of PCPC’s women missionaries who serve the Lord around the world, Wednesday, July 18, 12:00–1:30 pm, Oak Lawn West. The World Justice Shoppe will be open during the luncheon with products hand-made by at-risk women in Thailand and India. A suggested donation of $7 for lunch is welcomed. RSVP by Monday, July 16.

Contact anna.graber@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551.

urban ministries childcare volunteers needed

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This Week july 7, 2012

Are you looking for a way to be the hands and feet of Christ reaching out to those in need? Then join the Good Samaritan Ministry. This ministry provides assistance to non-PCPC members who are facing temporary financial difficulties. It is administered by the Good Samaritan Committee consisting of PCPC members. For more information, or to become a member of the Good Samaritan Committee, contact Chris Axley, caxley@lpc.com or 214-263-8174.

full-time job opportunity

Join the Veritas Sunday Morning Community for a lunch reception honoring PCPC missionaries Hillary and Terrance Luker on Sunday, July 15, 12:00 pm, Fellowship Hall. Come welcome the Lukers home on a brief visit and hear how God is working through them in northern Italy. Contact anna.graber@pcpc. org or 214-224-2551.

—Stephen Charnock

good samaritan ministry

perspectives

missionary reception

“In nature, we see God, as it were, like the sun in a picture; in the law, as the sun in a cloud; in Christ we see Him in His beams; He being ‘the brightness of His glory, and the exact image of His person.’”

calendar

announcements

Volunteers are needed at Union Gospel Mission and Center of Hope every Monday and Tuesday, 5:30— 6:45 pm, to watch children four years and younger while their mothers are in parenting development classes. Contact Irenee O'Reilly, ioreilly@ugmdallas. org or 214-638-2988.

esl volunteers needed We need volunteers to build relationships and share the gospel with English-language learners. Teacher training is August 26 after church. We also need volunteers to minister the Gospel to the children of our ESL students during both the morning and evening sessions. Contact Elizabeth Cunningham with questions or to volunteer, esl@pcpc.org or 214224-2528.

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Truths of Grace, Thursdays, 10:00 am—12:00 pm, Oak Lawn West, 224-2771 Old Fashion Hymn Sing, 11:00 am–12:00 pm, Room 300, 224-2736

9–8/13 Song and Story, Mondays, 10:45-11:30 am, Room 122, 224-2780

Bowling Night (7th/8th), 7:00–9:30 pm, PCPC Hangout, 224-2762

22–8/4 PCPC Family Camp, Sky Ranch at Ute Trail, 224-2762 23–27

Doulos leadership retreat (7th/8th), Galveston, TX, 224-2762

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Main Event (5th/6th), 7:00–9:30 pm, PCPC Hangout, 224-2762

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Putt Putt (5th/6th), 7:00–9:30 pm, PCPC Hangout, 224-2762

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What’s Up Wednesday, 7:00–10:00 pm, 7th & 8th Room, 224-2762

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Movie Night (7th/8th), 6:30–8:30 pm, AMC Northpark 15, 224-2762

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Main Event (7th/8th), 7:00–9:30 pm, PCPC Hangout, 224-2762

Youth Ministry Asia mission trips, Asia, 224-2766

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ESL teacher training, 224-2528

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Missionary Reception, 12:00 pm, Fellowship Hall, 224-2551

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Hurricane Harbor (Middle School), 224-2762

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Bowling Night (5th/6th), 7:00–9:30 pm, PCPC Hangout, 224-2762

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Ladies’ Missionary Luncheon, 12:00–1:30 pm, Oak Lawn West, 224-2551

young families

august

You’ve heard of the five Points. come rejoice in the one point.

summer spectacular All rising first through fourth graders are invited to participate in the Summer Spectacular, Sundays, June 17—August 19, 11:00 am, Kidz Court.

We will be unpacking the theme, Trusting God, throughout the summer through a variety of fun activities from games to worship. Remember, there is no Bible Explorers during the 9:30 am hour this summer. Summer Spectacular, at 11:00 am, is the only elementary Sunday school program during this time. Contact james.madden@pcpc.org or 214-2242545.

60+ Community Summer Bible Conference July 5, 12, 19, 26, & August 2 10:00 am–12:30 pm Oak Lawn West

student ministries

Our understanding of the Gospel is based on the great verities of the Christian faith. Join us for great music and in-depth teaching with Ron Williams as we unpack the foundational teachings about salvation. A light lunch is provided following the teaching.

Park Cities

p r e s b y t e r i a n c h u r c h ( PCA )

RSVP 48 hours before each event. Questions?

Contact jane.beasley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2771

song and story Toddlers, bring your mom for some wiggly-giggly, laugh-out-loud, reading and singing fun, Mondays, July 9–August 13, 10:45–11:30 am, Room 122. Bring a sack lunch and meet friends inside or outside on the playground. No RSVP needed. Contact amy. westervelt@pcpc.org or 214-224-2780.

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putt putt

bowling night

Fifth and sixth graders: What would summer be without a game of putt putt? Invite your friends and join us as we practice our putting skills, Tuesday, July 10, 7:00–9:30 pm, PCPC Hangout. Please bring $5 for putt putt, plus extra money for snacks.

Drop off and pick up at PCPC Hangout. Contact lily. riemer@pcpc.org or 214-224-2762.

Middle schoolers: Strike, spare, or gutter ball, bowling night is fun for all (that rhymes, by the way). Invite your friends and get ready for two exciting nights of bowling, Tuesday, July 17, 7:00– 9:30 pm (for 5th & 6th), and Thursday, July 19, 7:00–9:30 pm (for 7th & 8th). Bring $15 for your bowling game and shoe rental; and don’t forget to bring your own socks! Drop off and pick up at the PCPC Hangout. Contact lily.riemer@pcpc.org or 214224-2762.

doulos leadership retreat

movie night

The Doulos leadership retreat is five sunny days of teaching, beaching, and leadership training in Galveston, TX, July 23–27. The trip is open to all incoming seventh to eighth grade students.

Students must apply for this trip and applications are due by July 12. Those who are a part of this trip will be a part of a leadership team during the school year that will meet on a monthly basis and participate in various service opportunities. RSVP to kendall.hines@pcpc.org or 214-224-2768.

Seventh and eighth graders: Join us for movie night!

We will watch the new movie Amazing Spider-Man, Thursday, July 12, 6:30–8:30 pm, AMC Northpark 15. Please bring money for your movie ticket and snacks (child tickets are $8). Drop off and pick up in front of the AMC Movie Theatre at Northpark Mall.

Contact lily.riemer@pcpc.org or 214-224-2762.

hurricane harbor Middle schoolers: Don’t miss this amazing event on July 16. Visit www.pcpcmiddleschool.org for more information or contact lily.riemer@pcpc.org or 214224-2762.

main event Middle schoolers: We’re ending the summer with two game-filled nights at Main Event, Tuesday, July 31, 7:00–9:30 pm (for 5th & 6th), and Thursday, August 2, 7:00–9:30 pm (for 7th & 8th). We hope you can join us! Drop off and pick up at the PCPC Hangout. Bring $15 for the games. Contact lily. riemer@pcpc.org or 214-224-2762.

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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

2011/2012 operating budget

$11,100,000

July 1–June 24, 2012 budget

$11,100,000

July 1–June 24, 2012 giving

$11,843,924

Budget variance

$743,924

july 7, 2012 This Week

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3 THINGS ABOUT MICHAEL CARD:

Michael grows one superb, manly beard.

3 He’s a published author of 23 books.

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mark: the gospel of passion is Michael’s lastest book, and is the basis of the upcoming Biblical Imagination conference. His creativity and clarity makes this work a must read for any biblical reader. You can purchase a copy at the PCPC Bookstore. Also, be sure to check out his other books in the PCPC library.

biblical imagination conference

OCTOBER 19–21

Park Cities Presbyterian Church After 30 albums, 23 books, and thousands of concerts, Michael has invited listeners and readers to honestly wrestle with the Bible, seeking to grasp the meaning of the text by way of the imagination to connect heart and mind. The Biblical Imagination Series is a decades-long convergence of his music, writing, and teaching ministry.

2 He’s got this whole recording artist thing.

The Biblical Imagination conference concludes with a free concert on Sunday night.

Register at www.biblicalimagination.com Questions? amy.tassos@pcpc.org

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Vol. XXII, No. 14 | july 7, 2012

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