This Week VOL. XXV, NO. 22 | NOVEMBER 7, 2015
PCPC WOMEN FALL EVENT AN EVENING WITH MARK, PAUL, AND CHAD
NOVEMBER 10 | 7:00-9:00 PM
GRANADA THEATER REGISTER AT PCPC.ORG/WOMEN SEE PAGE 2
Schedule Of Events: • SUNDAY WORSHIP Dr. Kim is preaching in all three worship services.
• SUNDAY SCHOOLS Mission to the World staff and missionaries are sharing in Sunday schools.
• UNDERGROUND CHURCH 3:00 – 5:00 pm
• AFTERNOON MISSIONS SEMINARS* 3:00-5:00 pm
• INTERNATIONAL DINNER 5:30 – 7:00 pm * FOR ALL SEMINARS GO TO PCPC.ORG/EVENTS
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Senior Adult Fall Luncheon
NOVEMBER 13-NOVEMBER 30 For Boxes of Blessing packing day on Saturday, DECEMBER 5
Tour the Museum from 10:30 am - Noon Lunch from Noon - 2:00 pm with entertainment by the Hargraves.
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Bring canned goods to PCPC
9:00 am-12:30 pm 6100 Cedar springs
Thursday | November 12 | 10:30 am–2:00 pm The Museum of Biblical Art | 7500 Park Lane $10 per person | RSVP by Monday, November 9 Contact jane.beasley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2771
Contact charlotte.medley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2715 SEE PAGE 3
OUR FAMILY
EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
deaths • Kathleen Johnston (CC#22) on October 19, 2015. Our sympathy to her husband, Jeff Johnston (CC#22) on the loss of his wife.
EVERYONE
SENIORS
basics and beyond
fall senior adult luncheon
sympathies •Terri Speicher (CC#21) on the loss of her mother-in-law, Rachel Bickley Speicher, on October 11, 2015 •Michelle and Gregg Speicher (CC#14) on the loss of his grandmother; Sarah Grace, Madeline, and Ben Speicher (CC#21) on the loss of their great-grandmother, Rachel Bickley Speicher, on October 11, 2015 •Cara and Jeff Speicher (CC#14) on the loss of his grandmother; Olivia and Tate Speicher (CC#14) on the loss of their great-grandmother, Rachel Bickley Speicher, on October 11, 2015 •Drew and Elizabeth Speicher (CC#14) on the loss of his grandmother; Hattie and Annie Speicher (CC#07) on the loss of their greatgrandmother, Rachel Bickley Speicher, on October 11, 2015 •Will Speicher on the loss of his grandmother, Rachel Bickley Speicher, on October 11, 2015 • Shawnee & Steve McCord (CC#11) on the loss of his brother, Frederick “Rick” McCord, on October 21, 2015 •Norma Coldwell (CC#21) on the loss of her son, Cameron Coldwell, on October 21, 2015 •Melissa and Trey Hill (CC#16) on the loss of her brother; Sadie, Olivia, Tee, and Graham Hill (CC#16) on the loss of their uncle, Bryan Beiriger, on October 23, 2015 • Allyson & Marc Redus (CC#13) on the loss of her mother; Sam and Andy Redus (CC#13) on the loss of their grandmother, Elise Ann Dunn, on October 27 2015
births • Alice Arthur Schwarz, daughter of Julia and Blake Schwarz, on October 15, 2015 • Stiehl Jonathan Leonard, son of Emily and Ben Leonard, on October 24, 2015
What did you say when your mom asked why you’re Come join us at the Museum of Biblical Art Thursday, going to a Presbyterian church? What does it mean November 12 around 10:30 am and enjoy all the to say you’re reformed? Join us Sundays, starting museum has to offer. At noon we will enjoy a delicious November 8, 9:30–11:00 am, Room 302-304, for Basics buffet luncheon provided by Wendy Krispin Caterer. and Beyond, a new six–week class that will explore and We will be thoroughly entertained by the incredible explain the theological identity of our church. Taught by voices of Laurie and Taylor Hargrave accompanied our pastors, this will be an opportunity to learn more by Brian Piper! Join us and bring a friend! Cost is $10 about some things you heard in the New Members’ per person. Please make a reservation no later than Class. Basics and Beyond is open to everyone. Contact Monday, November 9, by contacting jane.beasley@ mark.fulmer@pcpc.org for more information. pcpc.org or 214-224-2771.
counseling 101
Join us Monday, November 9, 7:00–8:30 pm, in the OLW Classroom for session two. A panel discussion will be used to address the development of a specific skill set to healthily deal with conflict. Panel members will be Dr. Elizabeth Ritz, Lani Kenfield (LPC), and Dr. Lee Jagers. To register for the event or to get past materials ,please contact pat.hobin@pcpc.org or 214-224-2541.
all-church hymn sing
Join us Sunday, November 29, 11:00 am, in the Chapel as we joyfully lift our voices to the Lord in praise and thanksgiving! If you don’t have a Sunday Morning Community or if yours isn’t meeting on this Thanksgiving weekend, come gather with us. No musical talent required! Contact jmarkfulm@aol.com or 214-224-2581 for more information.
surviving the holidays–griefshare
WOMEN know and be known PCPC pastors Mark Davis, Paul Goebel, and Chad Scruggs will talk candidly about how they know Christ and what it means to them to continue to know Jesus better. Join us Tuesday, November 10, 7:00–9:00 pm, at the Granada Theater, for a night of laughter and learning how to be known in Christ. Please register to attend. This event is $12. Details and trailer on www. pcpc.org/women. For further information contact leslie. newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722.
circle 5 Circle 5 will meet for fellowship and Bible study at the home of Peggy Skidmore, 7215 Stefani Drive, on Tuesday, November 17, 10:00 am. If there are questions please call 214-361-4704.
As the Holidays approach, it is our desire to provide a small measure of support to those of you who have lost FAMILIES a loved one recently. A special gathering will be held on Wednesday, November 11, 7:00–8:30 pm and again song and story on Wednesday, December 2, 7:00–8:30 pm in the Oak Join the Children’s Ministry Friday, November 13, 10:30Lawn West Conference Room. Light refreshments will 11:30 am, in Room 122 for Song & Story! The program be offered, followed by a video and group discussion. is suitable for toddlers through Kindergarten. We will For more information contact pat.hobin@pcpc.org or sing songs, listen to stories, and have an exciting time! Iced tea and water will be provided to parents; lunch 214-224-2541. will not be served. No RSVP is necessary. We hope to see you there! Contact austin.arail@pcpc.org.
smc luncheon fair
“Life is too short, too precious, too painful to waste on worldly bubbles that burst. Heaven is too great, hell is too horrible, eternity is too long that we should putter around on the porch of eternity.” —John Piper
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THIS WEEK NOVEMBER 7, 2015
There won’t be fried ice cream, and no pig races or Ferris wheel, but we are having a fair (of sorts). Everyone is invited to join us for lunch Sunday, November 15, 12:30-2:00 pm, in Fellowship Hall to hear from our Adult Sunday Morning Communities. Each community will be represented, and we very much want you to come and explore. Our church has a wide variety of Adult SMC’s, and our prayer is that everyone at PCPC will become a part of a welcoming community that studies the Word, prays for one another, and serves the church and the world, all for the glory of God. Questions? Contact elaine.montague@ pcpc.org or 214-224-2736.
YOUNG ADULTS serving together The Young Adults are serving together in South Dallas at Bonton Farms! Bonton Farms is five miles south of downtown. This is a family-friendly way to care for the city. Join us on Saturday, November 14, 9:30-11:30 am, to 6905 Bexar Street and help on the Farm which is working to restore health, create jobs, provide food, and ignite hope in a part of Dallas desperate for Christ’s redemption. Contact erin.golangco@pcpc.org or 214224-2728 and learn more at www.bontonfarms.org/ our-story.
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EXTEND World Missions Sunday, worship services, 3:00–7:00 pm, 224-2523
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Senior Adult Fall Luncheon, 10:30 am–2:00 pm, 7500 Park Lane, 224-2771
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Basics and Beyond, 9:30–10:30 pm, Room 301, 224-2736
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Serving Together, 9:30–11:30 am, 6905 Bexar Street, 224-2728
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Women’s Prayer Second Sundays, 5:30–6:30 pm, 3620 Centenary, 224-2722
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SMC Luncheon Fair, 12:30–2:00 pm, Fellowship Hall, 224-2736
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Counseling 101, 7:00–8:30 pm, OLW Classroom, 224-2541
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Circle 5, 10:00 am, 7215 Stefani Drive, 361-4704
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Know and Be Known, 7:00–9:00 pm, Granada Theatre, 224-2722
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International Student Thanksgiving Dinner, 6:00–8:30 pm, Fellowship Hall
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GriefShare, 7:00–8:30 pm, OLW Conference Room, 224-2541
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All–Church Hymn Sing, 11:00 am–12:15 pm, Chapel, 224-2581
WORLD MISSIONS extend: world missions sunday
boxes of blessing
For one day, Sunday, November 8, the whole PCPC Join over 1,400 volunteers at the 9th annual Boxes family will focus on God’s commission for the Church to of Blessing Packing Day! Saturday, December 5, extend His Kingdom to every nation. Dr. Lloyd Kim (new 9:00 am–12:30 pm, 6100 Cedar Springs Rd. Contact Coordinator for Mission to the World) will preach at all charlotte.medley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2715. morning services. Come back at 3:00 pm to attend two of nine available seminars, while children experience the Underground Church! An International Dinner WORSHIP AND THE ARTS will follow in Fellowship Hall at 5:30 pm. Questions? Contact crystal.bagby@pcpc.org or 214-224-2523. emmanuel: christmas concert Park Cities Presbyterian Church presents its traditional candlelight concert featuring carols and seasonal URBAN MISSIONS favorites Sunday, December 13, at both 4:30 pm and 7:30 pm presented by the children’s, youth, and cans for boxes of blessing adult choirs with symphony orchestra—reminding us Bring canned and other non-perishable food items that Emmanuel, “God with us,“ came into the world November 13-30, 8:00 am-6:00 pm for our Christmas to pierce the darkness with His light of hope, joy and Boxes of Blessing packing day. Donation boxes may be salvation. picked up and dropped off in the Main Hallway. Contact charlotte.medley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2715. A free ticket is required, and the concerts are open to the public. Tickets will be available online at pcpc.org. international student thanksgiving If you have questions regarding tickets, please call our dinner ticket line, 214-224-2635. Come and share a potluck Thanksgiving Dinner with international students on Friday, November 20, 6:008:00 pm. Please bring a dish to share. Questions? Contact marykatebarthel@pcpc.org to find out what you can bring or sign up online at pcpc.org/events.
It’s Poinsettia time!
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ach Christmas season we offer PCPC members the opportunity to purchase a poinsettia ($8.00 each) in memory of or honor of a friend or family member. They will be in the sanctuary Sunday, December 13, and there will be a bulletin insert that morning listing the names of the donor and the recipient. Our chancel area will be wreathed in these beautiful plants for our worship services on December 13, and December 20. You may take your plant with you following the Christmas Eve evening services if you wish to do so. Please fill out the form below (when ordering multiple plants, please write information on a separate sheet of paper and attach to the form) and mail it no later than November 27 to insure that your gift is listed in the bulletin insert.
Poinsettia reservation form Please reserve one plant ($8.00 per plant): In HONOR of or In MEMORY of
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Park Cities p r e s b y t e r i a n c h u r c h ( PCA )
4124 Oak Lawn Avenue Dallas, TX 75219 214-224-2500 www.pcpc.org www.facebook.com/parkcitiespca www.twitter.com/pcpcnews bit.ly/pcpc-app sunday worship
8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 am communion
Sundays, 8:00–9:00 am Wednesday Vespers, 5:30–6:00 pm 24/7 prayer hotline
214-224-2680 or 24/7prayer@pcpc.org
Given by Phone number of donor Please make check payable to PCPC and mail to: PCPC, Attention Jayne Bjork 4124 Oak Lawn, Dallas, TX 75219.
Mail or hand deliver to be received by December 2, 2015.
general fund budget
2015/2016 operating budget
$13,300,000
July 1–October 25 2015 budget
$3,247,263
July 1–October 25 2015 giving
$2,879,288
Budget variance
($367,975)
NOVMEBER 7, 2015 THIS WEEK
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Communicants November 1, 2015
Caroline Conser
Anna Denman
Will Florer
Mary Kate Henson
Amanda Hodak
Scout Hodges
Olivia Holmes
Blaire Kaufman
Elise Little
Mary Neuhoff
Francie Pierce
Patrick Pierce
Holt Randall
Scarlett Randall
Rhett Trusler
Sophie Ward
Elise Waterston
Emelie Wong
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