this week: november 21, 2015

This WeekVOL. XXV, NO. 23 | NOVEMBER 21, 2015

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SURVIVING z HOLIDAYS

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2 | 7:00-8:30 PM | OAK LAWN WEST

O HELP FOR THOSE DEALING WITH GRIEF DURING THE HOLIDAYS O

QUESTIONS? PAT.HOBIN@PCPC.ORG OR 214-224-2541

calling our church family to

CHURCH-WIDE PRAYERfor the giving of thanks

for our nation and the worldfor the mission of Christ’s Kingdom

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 4:00 PMCHAPECHAPEL

QUESTIONS? LAURALYNN.JACCAR@PCPC.ORG OR 214-224-2737

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An advent celebration for childrensunday, december 6, 4:30-6:30 pm

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Join PCPC families and friendsSATURDAY, DECEMBER 5

9:00 am—12:30 pm6100 Cedar Springs Road

please rsvp: register.pcpc.org or email charlotte.medley@pcpc.org

FIND donation boxes to fill around the churchFILL them with canned/non-perishable foods

BRING to PCPC through NOVEMBER 30 for Boxes of Blessing

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2911:00 AM, CHAPEL

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THIS WEEK  NOVEMBER 21, 20152

WOMEN

advent prayer: lift up your heartWe long to worship the savior with new passion this Christmas. Come Tuesday, December 1, 7:00–8:30 pm to 3814 Potomac and prepare your heart for the upcoming season with a time of prayer and worship to celebrate Christ our King. For further information contact leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722.

women’s prayer – first mondaysCome as you are to the home of Lori Turpin, 3620 Centenary, Monday, December 7, 9:00-9:45 am to pray boldly and dependently on Christ. We value confidentiality and promise to respect your time. We will be praying for the concerns of our hearts, family, community, city and the world. Contact allisontdowell@gmail.com or ebrink1@mac.com for more information.

FAMILIES

family advent serviceOn Sunday, December 6, 4:30 pm, we will host an evening of Fellowship, Fun, and Worship geared for the whole family! We’ll start with an interactive service in the Sanctuary to explain the meaning, symbols, and traditions of Advent. The service is followed by dinner, fellowship, and crafts in the Fellowship Hall. There will be Family Advent resources available for purchase. Dinner is free. RSVP at register.pcpc.org. Contact childrensministry@pcpc.org or 214-224-2556.

song and storyJoin the Children’s Ministry Friday, December 11, 10:30-11:30 am, in Room 122 for Song & Story! The program is suitable for toddlers through Kindergarten. We will sing songs, listen to stories, and have an exciting time! Iced tea and water will be provided to parents; lunch will not be served. No RSVP is necessary. We hope to see you there! Contact childrensministry@pcpc.org or 214-224-2556.

WORLD MISSIONS

stock the pcpc missionary houseHelp stock our missionary house. View our gift registry at Target.com (first name: missionary; last name: house; under the college registry). Items may be dropped off in the donation box in the main hallway at PCPC or shipped directly to PCPC, Attn: Cindy Rhea, 4124 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX 75219. Contact cindy.rhea@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551.

OUR FAMILY EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

EVERYONE

basics and beyondWhat did you say when your mom asked why you’re going to a Presbyterian church? What does it mean to say you’re reformed? Join us Sundays, through December, 13, 9:30–11:00 am, Room 302-304, for Basics and Beyond, a new six–week class that will explore and explain the theological identity of our church. Taught by our pastors, this will be an opportunity to learn more about some things you heard in the New Members’ Class. Basics and Beyond is open to everyone. Contact mark.fulmer@pcpc.org or 214-224-2581 for more information.

church-wide prayerJoin us Sunday, November 22, 4:00 pm, in the Chapel Calling our church family to Church-wide prayer: for the giving of thanks, for our nation and world, and for the mission of Christ’s Kingdom, Sunday, November 22, Chapel. Contact lauralynn.jaccar@pcpc.org or 214-224-2737.

all-church hymn singJoin 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 mark.fulmer@pcpc.org or 214-224-2581 for more information.

surviving the holidays – griefshareAs the holidays approach, it is our desire to provide a small measure of support to those of you who have lost a loved one recently. A special gathering will be held on Wednesday, December 2, 7:00–8:30 pm in the Oak Lawn West Conference Room. Light refreshments will be offered, followed by a video and group discussion. For more information contact pat.hobin@pcpc.org or 214-224-2541.

advent memorial serviceThis service replaces our usual Vespers service in the Chapel on Wednesday, December 9, 5:30–6:30 pm and offers an opportunity for those grieving the loss of loved ones to remember them while worshipping through prayer, song, and the reading of God’s Word. We welcome you to come between 5:00 pm and 5:30 pm to the area outside the Chapel to receive a card on which you may print the name of your loved one to come forward during the service and light a candle in memory of your lost loved one. Contact virginia.vandermeer@pcpc.org or 214-224-2638.

childcare positions availableWe have paid childcare positions and supervisory roles available for Tuesday and Thursday mornings, evening and weekend special events. For more information, contact gale.emerson@pcpc.org or 214-224-2566.

“My heart is filled with thankfulness to Him who walks beside;

Who floods my weaknesses with strength and causes fears to fly;

Whose ev’ry promise is enough for ev’ry step I take,

Sustaining me with arms of love and crowning me with grace.”

—Keith Getty & Stuart Townend

sympathies

•Christopher and Sasha Adkins (CC#17) on the loss of his father, Rebekah, Theresa, Christian, Carmen, Ariel, and Rachel Adkins (CC#17) on the loss of their grandfather, Dr. Cecil Adkins, on November 3, 2015

births

• Heidi Sophia Hilkemann, daughter of Erica and Adam Hilkemann, on November 8, 2015

Looking for Thanksgiving and Christmas service opportunities?

Contact urban.missions@pcpc.org for more information.

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sunday worship8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 am

communionSundays, 8:00–9:00 amWednesday Vespers, 5:30–6:00 pm

24/7 prayer hotline214-224-2680 or 24/7prayer@pcpc.org

4124 Oak Lawn Avenue Dallas, TX 75219214-224-2500www.pcpc.orgwww.facebook.com/parkcitiespca www.twitter.com/pcpcnewsbit.ly/pcpc-app

Park Cities p r e s b y t e r i a n c h u r c h ( pca)

EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

URBAN MISSIONS

cans for boxes of blessingBring canned and other non-perishable food items through November 30, 8:00 am-6:00 pm for our Christmas Boxes of Blessing packing day. Donation boxes may be picked up and dropped off in the Main Hallway. Contact charlotte.medley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2715.

boxes of blessingJoin over 1,400 volunteers at the ninth annual Boxes of Blessing Packing Day! Saturday, December 5, 9:00 am–12:30 pm, 6100 Cedar Springs Rd. Contact charlotte.medley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2715.

behind every door is hiringNew PCPC Ministry Partner, Behind Every Door, is looking to hire a full time Opportunity Coordinator. Position will focus on volunteer coordination and development, grant writing, fundraising and social media. Contact will@behindeverydoor.org.

WORSHIP AND THE ARTS

emmanuel: christmas concertPark Cities Presbyterian Church presents its traditional candlelight concert featuring carols and seasonal favorites Sunday, December 13, at both 4:30 pm and 7:30 pm presented by the children’s, youth, and adult choirs with symphony orchestra—reminding us that Emmanuel, “God with us,“ came into the world to pierce the darkness with His light of hope, joy and salvation. A free ticket is required, and the concerts are open to the public. Tickets will be available online at pcpc.org. If you have questions regarding tickets, please call our ticket line, 214-224-2635.

service of friendship volunteers neededWe need volunteers to tear off the top page of the Service of Friendship pads on Sundays or Mondays. If you can do one week of the month or more, contact amy.tassos@pcpc.org or 214-224-2740.

general fund budget

2015/2016 operating budget

July 1–November 8 2015 budget

July 1–November 8 2015 giving

Budget variance

$13,300,000

$3,691,219

$3,233,292

($457,927)

Poinsettia reservation formPlease reserve one plant ($8.00 per plant):

In HONOR of or

In MEMORY of

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.

Each 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.

It’s Poinsettia Time!

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november

22 Basics and Beyond, 9:30–10:30 pm, Room 301, 224-2736

22 Church-wide Prayer, 4:00 pm, Chapel, 224-2737

29 All-Church Hymn Sing, 11:00 am–12:15 pm, Chapel, 224-2581

december

1 Advent Prayer: Lift Up Your Heart, 7:00–8:30 pm, 3814 Potomac, 224-2722

2 GriefShare, 7:00–8:30 pm, OLW Conference Room, 224-2541

5 Boxes of Blessing, 9:00 am–12:30 pm, 6100 Cedar Springs Rd., 224-2715

6 Basics and Beyond, 9:30–10:30 pm, Room 301, 224-2736

6 Family Advent Service, 4:30–6:30 pm, Sanctuary, 224-2556

7 Women’s Prayer – First Mondays, 9:00–9:45 am, 3620 Centenary, 224-2722

9 Advent Memorial Service, 5:30–6:30 pm, Chapel, 224-2368

11 Song and Story, 10:30–11:30 am, Room 122, 224-2502

13 Emmanuel, 4:30 pm and 7:30 pm, Sanctuary, 224-2635

VOL. XXV, NO.23 | NOVEMBER 21, 2015

Scarlett Randall Rhett Trusler Sophie Ward Elise Waterston Emelie Wong

Baptisms November 15, 2015

Hope Elizabeth Douglasdaughter of Megan and Ben Douglas

Annie Claire Pollarddaughter of Erina and Cory Pollard

William Taylor Clarkson of Meredith and Taylor Clark

Elizabeth Grace Morrisondaughter of Sarah and Chris Morrison

Emma May Feindaughter of Lindsay and Jeffery Fein

Ann Elizabeth Wallacedaughter of Kiki and Andy Wallace

Samuel Micah Douglasson of Megan and Ben Douglas

John McNeil Smithson of Libby and Ben Smith

ADVENT PRAYERLIFT UP YOUR HEART

A TIME OF PRAYER AND WORSHIP

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1

7:00–8:30 PM

3814 POTOMAS

LESLIE.NEWMAN@PCPC.ORG

PCPC.ORG/WOMEN

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