This WeekVOL. XXV, NO. 16 | AUGUST 1, 2015

Park Cities Presbyterian Church exists to extend the transforming presence of the Kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ in Dallas and to the world.

AUGUSTSteel City Pops and

Bounce House ExtravaganzaSaturday, August 8, 4:00–6:00 pm

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SUMMER FUN

CLEAN-UP DAY

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• CLEAN, PAINT, GARDEN, HELP WITH TEACHER PROJECTS

• HAVE FUN SERVING WITH FRIENDS, FAMILIES, SUNDAY MORNING COMMUNITIES

• BREAKFAST AND LUNCH PROVIDED

• RSVP: JENNA.TENPENNY@PCPC.ORG OR 214-224-2501

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YOUNG ADULTS [SINGLES • COUPLES • FAMILIES]

beat the heatMeet us in the main parking lot where we’ll have Steel City Pops, summer refreshments, and a giant water-slide bounce house and obstacle course for fun sure to please both kids and adults Sunday, August 9, 4:00–6:00 pm, PCPC parking lot. What a perfect way to close out the summer! Contact erin.golangco@pcpc.org or 214-224-2728.

COLLEGE

the college classHome for the summer? Students are invited to attend our class Sundays, through August 9, 11:00 am, Room 263. We are studying the fruit of the Spirit. Contact robby.higginbottom@pcpc.org or 214-224-2731.

fellowship dinnersWe gather together for fellowship and dinner Sundays, through August 9, 6:30 pm. Dinner details posted online each week as we meet at restaurants and homes around Dallas. Be sure to follow our ministry on facebook (PCPC College), Instagram (@pcpc_CollegeLife), and Twitter (@pcpc_CollegeLife) for updated information. Contact robby.higginbottom@pcpc.org or 214-224-2731.

college summer large groupThis summer we will be walking through a series entitled “The Fight of My Life: A Study Based on The Screwtape Letters,” Wednesdays, through August 12, 7:00 pm, High School Room (OLE). Contact robby.higginbottom@pcpc.org or 214-224-2731.

WORSHIP AND THE ARTS

children’s and youth choirs callA new sememster of learning opportunities and worship participation for singers Kindergarten through grade 12 will begin soon. First rehearsals for high school is Sunday, September 13, and first rehearsals for grades K-8 is Wednesday, September 16. Preregistration is required for kindergarten and first grade due to limited enrollment. For more information, contact lynda.fray@pcpc.org or 214-224-2636.

URBAN MISSIONS

back-to-school tools for partnersDonate school supplies for PCPC’s ministry partners from July 15–August 3 at drop-off locations found in the church’s Main Hallway and the Elementary wing. Supplies needed include notebook paper, pencils, erasers, spiral notebooks, colored pencils, glue sticks, and crayons. Contact jenna.tenpenny@pcpc.org or

marriages

• Leslie Catherine Wrightsman and Reid Michael Ginzel on July 11, 2015

• Ghislaine Tahiry Randriamboavonjy and David Andrew Tappert on July 18, 2015

sympathies

• Emily and Jay West (CC#22) on the loss of his father; Matt West (CC#22) and on the loss of his grandfather, John Stark West, on July 3, 2015

• Julie and Tom Shirley (CC#01) on the loss of her father; Austin Shirley (CC#01) and Walker Shirley Jr. (CC#01) on the loss of their grandfather, James E. Fick, on July 10, 2015

• Katherine and Dick Humphrey (CC#06) on the loss of his mother, Jean Bishop Humphrey, on July 13, 2015

deaths

• Debby P. Lacy (CC#03), mother of Angela Lacy (CC#03), on July 16, 2015

OUR FAMILY EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

“I believe in design because I believe in God,

not in God because I see design.”

— John Henry Newman

EVERYONE

new member classLearn about PCPC’s vision, purpose, ministries, service opportunities, fellowship opportunities, membership, and more this fall Sundays, September 13–November 1, 9:30 am, Room 302/304. Register online or contact debbie.blanton@pcpc.org or 214-224-2744.

unionMarriage is a union, not simply two people making a life commitment to each other, but more importantly, it is a couple making a covenant before a holy God who binds the union together September 16–November 4, 7:00–8:30 pm, Oak Lawn West. Because our goal at PCPC is not just to perform your wedding ceremony but to guide you into a marriage as God intended it, we encourage you to enroll in our spring course. Check online for the registration link soon. Contact Amy Tassos for more information amy.tassos@pcpc.org or 214-224-2740 ,

summer session counseling 101After the session on Fear and Anxiety in July, it was clear that more time was needed to address the issues. As a follow up, Pat will lead a panel discussion that will delve more deeply into the struggles that come from fear and anxiety, with the hopes of getting to the root of those struggles. You will not be lost if you did not attend the first session To register or for more information contact pat.hobin@pcpc.org or 214-224-2541,

MEN

first tuesdaysBring friends and join us for our final guided prayer and worship this summer Tuesday, August 4, 7:00–8:00 am, Chapel. Contact summer.steinfeld@pcpc.org or 214-224-2549.

WOMEN

host home needed for bible studyAre you an empty nester? Do you want to use your home to serve the church? The Young Women’s Bible Study is looking for a host home this fall. We meet Wednesdays, September 16–November 18, 6:45-8:30 pm. If you are interested in hosting, please contact erin.golangco@pcpc.org or 214-224-2728.

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GIVING

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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 september

10 Men’s Fall Kick-Off 6:00-9:30 pm, Fellowship Hall, 224-2549

16 UNION , 7:00-8:30 pm, Oak Lawn West, 224-2740

27 New Member Class, 9:30 am, 302/304 Combo Room, 224-2744

214-224-2501.

act is hiringPCPC Ministry Partner, Advocates for Community Transformation, is looking to hire a Communications and Events Coordinator; a Finance Director; a Community Advocate; a Program Assistant; and an attorney. Additional internship opportunities will be available in the fall. Learn more at www.actdallas.org/join-our-team.

WORLD MISSIONS

prayer time for pcpc missionariesJoin others to pray through the Missionary Prayer Booklet Sunday, August 9, 8:30–9:30 am, Parlor. We will meet the second Sunday of every month through December. Contact cindy.rhea@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551.

teach esl this year If you speak English, you can help our neighbors lacking this indespensable resource. Volunteer one morning or evening a week from September 14-May 14. Contact elizabeth.cunningham@pcpc.org or 214-224-2528

urgent need for senegal mission tripHave you ever had the desire to use your business skills for Kingdom impact in another part of the world? There is an urgent need for three more individuals to join a Business as Mission trip to Senegal, West Africa, September 18-27. PCPC has partnered with Videre to take three seperate teams of business-minded people to disciple and empower local church leaders to provide for their families as well as support the needs of the growing but financially struggling local churches through small business enterprises. If you or someone

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you know would like more information contact corey.page@pcpc.org or 214-224-2510.

stock the pcpc missionary houseWe have a new missionary house for PCPC missionary families to stay in while on home mission assignment, and we would love your help stocking it with the comforts of home. 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.

prayer time for pcpc missionariesJoin others to pray through the Missionary Prayer Booklet once a month June 14–December 13, 8:30–9:30 am, 205-The Parlor. We meet the second Sunday of every month. Contact cindy.rhea@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551.

COMMUNITY NEWS

global leadership summittake thre East-West Ministries International is hosting a satellite campus of the Global Leadership Summit August 6-7, The Hope Center, 2001 W Plano Parkway, 75075. The Summit is designed to help you become a better leader and embrace the reason God called you to lead. Register at www.eastwest.org/thesummit. Contact Vip Vipperman at vvipperman@eastwest.org or 225-505-6720.

general fund budget

2015/2016 operating budget

July 1–July 19, 2015 budget

July 1–July 19, 2015 giving

Budget variance

$13,300,000

$654,162

$391,085

(-$263,077) ONLINE

GIVING

pcpc.org/give

august

1 Serve365 WDCS Clean-up Day, 8:00 am-12:30, 2300 Canada Dr, 224-2501

4 First Tuesday, 7:00-8:00 am, Chapel, 224-2549

8 Summer Fun: Beat The Heat, 4:00-6:00 pm, Main Parking Lot, 224-2728

9 Prayer Time for PCPC Missionaries, 8:30-9:30 am, Parlor, 224-2551

16 Church In The City, 12:15-1:30 pm, Fellowship Hall, 224-2501

PERIODICALPOSTAGE PAID

AT DALLAS, TEXAS

Park Cities Presbyterian ChurchCarl Sullivan editor4124 Oak Lawn AvenueDallas, Texas 75219-3152214-224-2711 • fax 214-224-2711www.pcpc.org

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VESPERSAn intimate communion service

Wednesdays, 5:30 pmChapel

Contact summer.steinfeld@pcpc.org

or 214-224-2549

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