OUR FAMILY
PCPC@WORK
MISSIONS
births
church in the city speaker series
missionary mailings
marriages
Join us for breakfast on Wednesday, January 17, 7:00-8:30 am, in the Fellowship Hall, to hear Dr. Amy Sherman speak on Righteousness: Vocational Stewardship for the Common Good. Sherman is the Director of Center on Faith Communities and Senior Fellow at the Sagamore Institute. Please register online. debbie.blanton@pcpc.org or 214-224-2744
• Cassandra Audrey Humphreys and Michael David Guerrero on November 3, 2017.
YOUNG FAMILIES
• Ann Margaret Murphy, daughter of Christopher & Ashley Murphy (CC#22), on November 27, 2017. • Petra Amelie Hilkemann, daughter of Adam & Erica Hilkemann (CC#03), on December 8, 2017.
children’s and youth choirs
MEN tuesday morning bible study
Join us Tuesdays, January 23-April 24, 7:00 am, in the Fellowship Hall for our spring study entitled Encounters with Jesus, based on John 1:14: "And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory... full of grace and truth." This semester we will study various encounters with Jesus in the Gospels and gain insight both into how Jesus loves us and how we might better love others in His name. elaine.montague@pcpc.org or 214-224-2736
WOMEN women's prayer
Join us Tuesday, January 9, 7:00 pm, in the Chapel as we lift up the New Year and pray expectantly for the Lord to do great things! kari.stainback@pcpc.org or 214-224-2738
spring bible studies
Studies begin January 16-18. For details on each study and how to sign up, see pcpc.org/women. If you are currently in a study, you do not need to reregister yourself, but you do need to re-register for childcare. All reservations for children birth-K must be made online by Friday, January 12, noon. leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722
circle 5
We will begin a new year of fellowship, Bible study, and prayer Tuesday, January 16, 10:00 am, at the home of Peggy Skidmore, 7215 Stefani Dr. Contact Peggy with questions. 214-361-4704
the bridge
The Bridge is a gathering to encourage women of all life stages to come together and form crossgenerational friendships while hearing about the power of God’s grace in the life of a Christian woman. On Tuesday, January 23, 6:30-8:30 pm, come have dinner and listen to Marina Walker share her story at Becky McCamey's home, 4216 Larchmont St. Dinner is $5, and no RSVP is necessary. abigailppowell@gmail.com
Join with us as we learn to sing with understanding, develop music reading skills and prepare to participate in corporate worship services. A new choir semester begins Wednesday, January 10, for grades K-8. Pre-registration required for new singers only. lynda.fray@pcpc.org or 214-224-2636
musikgarten spring classes
Save the date to write notes to our missionaries, Sunday, January 28, 12:15-1:30 pm, in the Fellowship Hall. Have extra notecards or stationery? Donate them at the front desk for Cindy Rhea. RSVP to cindy.rhea@ pcpc.org or 214-224-2551.
PERFORMING ARTS adkins & nielson
Join us Sunday, January 14, 5:00 pm & 7:00 pm, in Room 300 for a magical evening with Dallas Symphony principal cellist Christopher Adkins and Steinway Artist and PCPC elder Stephen Nielson, whose chamber recital is a perennial favorite. Guest artist will be Caroline Nielson, mezzo soprano. performingarts@pcpc.org or 214-224-2631
JOBS AT PCPC*
When music and movement are a natural, joyous part of childhood, children benefit greatly in many areas of life. PCPC Arts Academy’s Musikgarten classes, Mondays, January 22-May 14, Room 122, are designed to provide a way for parents to give this gift to their children while bonding. Grandparents are welcome, too! Toddlers class (1-3 year) meets from 9:45-10:15 am, and babies class (infants to 18 months) meets from 10:30-11:00 am. Cost is $225. Register online. frances.cope@pcpc.org or 214-224-2633
director of communications ministry
MARRIAGE MINISTRY
These paid, two-year positions will learn and develop the skills needed to minister to 5th-12th grade students. The purpose is to lead students and families into the body of Christ, nurture them in their relationship with Christ, and equip them to serve in the name of Christ. Responsibilities include student ministry team development and ministering to students in the church and community. College degree required. Deadline to apply is Wednesday, February 14. Email questions to youthadmin@pcpc.org.
union
Our goal at PCPC is not just to perform your wedding ceremony but to guide you into a marriage as God intended it, so we encourage engaged, seriously dating, or newlywed couples to enroll in UNION. The class meets Wednesdays, January 17-March 14, 6:45 pm, in Oak Lawn West and is taught by PCPC pastors. Course is $50 per couple. Register online. union@pcpc.org or 214-224-2679
re | engage
re|engage examines God’s design for marriage and applies principles from the Bible to guide couples towards growth in their relationship. Marriages in any condition can benefit, whether your marriage is broken, you are struggling to get along, or you simply want to grow closer together. The 14-week study meets Mondays, January 22-April 30, 7:00-8:45 pm, in Room 261, and costs $40 per couple. Register to attend and for childcare online. bill.bogart@pcpc.org or 214-224-2559
This position will effectively support growing PCPC ministries through strong strategic planning, project management, and team leadership and management skills; proactively and collaboratively work with senior leadership and ministries to develop an overall communication strategy; develop and maintain brand standards; and ensure all communications accurately reflect PCPC's vision, theology, and policies.
male and female youth residents
coordinator for short-term missions
This full-time position will coordinate member and staff participation in short-term mission trips and ministry events; assist with coordination, administrative, budgetary, and clerical duties for short-term mission trips and events; recruit and train leaders and teams; and coordinate logistics for short-term mission teams and for cultural exchanges in Dallas. Five years administration/coordination experience and four years of managing projects/events preferably in non-profit environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel. *Full descriptions online at jobsatpcpc.org. Please submit résumé and cover letter to careers@pcpc.org.
general fund
budget
2017/2018 operating budget July 1—December 17, 2017 budget
$13,400,000 $6,105,330
July 1—December 17, 2017 giving
$4,726,920
Budget variance
($1,378,410)
Please note that we are still receiving and processing December contributions, so the year to date contributions and related variances are incomplete.
“We walk into the future in God-glorifying confidence, not because the future is known to us but because it is known to God. And that’s all we need to know. Worry about the future is not simply a character tic, it is the sin of unbelief, an indication that our hearts are not resting in the promises of God.” — Kevin DeYoung
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EVERYONE new members class
Learn about PCPC's vision, purpose, ministries, service opportunities, fellowship opportunities, membership, and more in our weekly class, Sunday, January 14-March 4, 9:30-10:40 am. Register online. debbie.blanton@pcpc.org or 214-224-2744
midweek
MidWeek, Wednesdays, January 17-April 18, is an opportunity to rest from your weeknight routine and join our church family for a refreshing evening of worship, fellowship, and learning. Join us for our Vespers worship service in the Chapel, a delicious dinner in the Fellowship Hall, then classes, choirs, and activities for all ages. Class details and registration available online. matt.fray@pcpc.org or 214-224-2570
international student welcome party
reconnect. reignite. resurrect.
A new group of international students is arriving at SMU this semester to study English prior to pursuing further study, and we are welcoming them to Dallas with a get together on Thursday, January 18, 6:00-8:00 pm. Location to be determined. For more information and to RSVP, please contact Sarah Morrison. sarah.morrison@pcpc.org or 214-224-2524
spring silent retreats
a marriage enrichment ministry
Registration opens Tuesday, January 9 for our retreats in Ute Trail, Colo. The women's trip is April 5-9; the men's trip is April 19-23. caroleanne.axley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2531
Mondays, January 22–April 30 7:00–8:45 pm | Room 261
SERVE PCPC harvey relief
Please join us to continue the Hurricane Harvey Relief effort. Go to pcpc.org/harveyrelief to find ways to volunteer and give. URGENT NEED: volunteers for Sheds of Hope construction and participants to take part in short-term trips to Houston to help with clean-up and assembling Sheds for families. Register online. harveyrelief@pcpc.org
E X P E C TA N T PCPC Women
EXTEND extend updates
BE A PART OF A WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY THIS YEAR! Bible Studies Start January 16-18, 2018
For updates on the EXTEND campaign, go to extend.pcpc.org.
NEW ATTENDEES, PLEASE REGISTER AT PCPC.ORG/WOMEN
LESLIE.NEWMAN@PCPC.ORG | 214-224-2722 | PCPC.ORG/WOMEN
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