this week: april 30, 2011
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the bi-monthly newsletter of Park Cities Presbyterian Church, Dallas, TexasTRANSCRIPT
Park Cities Presbyterian Church exists to extend the transforming presence of the Kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ in Dallas and to the world.
VoL. XXI, No. 9 | APrIL 30, 2011
Colin Howland organ concert 2
New 2020 Vision video 2
Musikgarten preview night 3
60+ Community picnic and play day 4
Officer recommendations for elder and deacon candidates for the class of 2016 may be submitted May 1–31. As you prayerfully consider your recommenda-
tions, please reflect on 1 Timothy 3:1–13, Titus 1:5–9, and 1 Peter 5:1–4 as the biblical basis for qualifications. Men who are chosen must meet the qualifications as summa-rized from the Book of Church Order:
Qualifications of an Elder (BCO 8-2, 3): He that fills this office should possess a competency of human learning and be blameless in life, sound in the faith and apt to teach. He should exhibit a sobriety and holiness of life becoming the Gospel. He should rule his own house well and should have a good report of them that are out-side the church. (The elder is) to watch diligently over the flock, that no corruption of doctrine or of morals enter therein.
Qualifications of a Deacon (9-2, 3): It is the duty of deacons to minister to those who are in need, to the sick, to the friendless, and to any who may be in distress. To the of-fice of deacon, which is spiritual in nature, shall be chosen men of spiritual character, honest repute, exemplary lives, brotherly spirit, warm sympathies, and sound judg-ment.
A screening committee composed of elders, deacons, and laity will interview the men recommended and consider their qualifications before submitting a list of potential officer candidates to the Session for approval to stand for election in 2012 after a year of training on the Westminster Confession of Faith, the Bible, the Book of Church Order, and officer specific books.
The Session has called a congregational meeting for Sunday, June 5 at 10:40 am (between services) in the Sanctuary for the purpose of electing deacons and elders for the class of 2015.
Nomination forms are available at the Informa-tion Center, in the church literature racks, and
at www.pcpc.org. Please consider the following as you make recommendations:
z Ask the individual you want to recommend if you have his permission to submit his name. If permission is not received in advance, please do not recommend that individual.
z Remember that all church officers who have served previously are eligible to serve again, but they must be recommended again.
z You must be a member in good standing of PCPC in order to recommend an individual.
z Wives should not recommend their husbands. Children should not recommend their fathers. Parents should not recommend their sons.
z At the time of the recommendation, a candi-date for church office must have been a mem-ber in good standing at PCPC for at least two years.
Please return completed recommendations to the Information Center or send them to Sally Rogers via one of the following methods:
Mail: PCPC, 4124 Oak Lawn Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75219Confidential fax: 214-224-2759E-mail: [email protected].
Officer Recommendations in May
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a n n o u n c E M E n T So u r f a M i l y
Birthz Margaret rose Brown and Henry Perryman Brown, twins of Wynne and Lewis Brown, on March 2, 2011
z lila Mack Pinkston, daughter of Danielle and Chase Pinkston, on April 6, 2011
z luke Ernest Stanley, son of kristin and Clayton Stanley, on April 13, 2011
Sympathiesz nancy and Bob Gibson (CC#13) on the loss of his sister, Dorothy Blankenship, on April 6, 2011
z Jamie and Pat Hamner (CC#21/Vineyard) on the loss of her father; Patrick, David, and Benjamin Hamner (CC#21) on the loss of their grandfather, Arthur Benjamin Simms III, on April 11, 2011
z cindy and Don lindsley (CC#05) on the loss of his brother, Henry Lindsley, on April 12, 2011
EVERYOnE
Helping Hands DayJoin us Today, 8:00 am, Room 263. Help single moms, widows, and others with changing light bulbs, organizing closets, raking leaves, fixing running toilets, and more. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2742.
National Day of Prayer serviceJoin us Thursday, May 5, 12:00 pm, Chapel. Join us for this prayer service. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2740.
PCPC 20th: Prayer and Praise gatheringJoin us Sunday, May 15, 6:30 pm, Sanctuary. We will have an all-church prayer and praise gathering with special guests keith and kristyn Getty. Dessert and coffee will be served afterward in Fellowship Hall. Register for childcare by calling 214-706-2797 by Thursday, May 12. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2632.
WorkPlace Ministries lunchJoin us Tuesday, May 17, 12:00 pm, Fellowship Hall. An executive business panel will discuss exciting topics for ministry in your workplace. The cost is $10 per person. Register at www.pcpc.org/registrations by Thursday, May 12. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2739.
Colin Howland organ concertJoin us Sunday, June 12, 4:00 pm, Sanctuary. To conclude our series, we feature PCPC's Director of Music and Arts and Organist Colin Howland. Colin will present a varied program of standard classics alongside a few fun surprises. Come prepared to experience the full spectrum of sounds from PCPC's Schoenstein pipe organ. Admission is free and doors open at 3:30 pm. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2633.
Indonesia short-term mission tripJoin us July 13–23, Indonesia. Jeff White and keeley Chorn will lead a mission trip to Indonesia. The team will provide counseling seminars, Bible teaching, and English classes. We need people to teach English as a foreign language. Training and teaching materials are provided. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2525.
Beyond the Rapids by Evelyn PuertoBeyond the Rapids by Evelyn Puerto is the true story of a Ukrainian pastor and his family's steadfastness during a time of great religious persecution in a communist culture. Pastor Brynza suffered himself and watched his children's struggle with acceptance and ostracism and finally choose to be faithful to their God. Their son-in-law is Igor Yaremchuk who, with his wife Lena, is supported by our church. Beyond the Rapids is an encouraging story of faith in the face of hardship. Stop by your library Monday–friday, 8:30 am–5:00 pm and Sunday, 9:00 am–1:00 pm. Visit http://library.pcpc.org or contact [email protected] or 214-224-2673.
2020 Vision—World 50 church plantsIn 1997, PCPC adopted the 2020 Vision to plant 100 churches by the year 2020—50 in the United States and 50 internationally. As of 2011, by God's grace, we are ahead of schedule: 50 churches already planted in the US and 53 international churches in ten countries. Don't miss this new video about the international portion of the 2020 Vision known at the World 50 told by PCPC middle schoolers. Visit http://pcpcmissions.org/2020-vision or contact [email protected] or 214-224-2523.
New in the libraryCheck out these new books in our library: ken Stewart's Ten Myths About Calvinism: Recovering the breadth of the reformed tradition; Rise and Shine; and Jan Brett's The Easter Egg. We have many other Easter books for adults and children. Come enjoy them Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–5:00 pm and Sunday, 9:00 am–1:00 pm. Visit http://library.pcpc.org or contact [email protected] or 214-224-2673.
ESL teacher volunteers neededESL is currently recruiting teacher volunteers and classroom assistants for Tuesdays and Thursdays. no foreign language experience necessary. Contact kathy Dunn, [email protected]. Contact [email protected] or 214-360-4782.
STUDEnT MInISTRIES
RUF SundayJoin us Sunday, May 1, 11:00–1:30 pm, High school Room. Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) campus pastors and staff will lead Sunday school. The RUF pastors and staff minister to colleges as part of the Presbyterian Church of America and will connect with our college-bound high school seniors through a casual lunch provided after Sunday school. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2731.
It is a safe thing to trust Him to fulfill the desires which He creates.
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Sunday worship8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 am
communionSundays, 8:00–9:00 amWednesdays, 5:30–6:00 pm
24/7 prayer hotline214-224-2680 or 24/[email protected]
Park Cities Presbyterian ChurchPresbyterian church in america4124 Oak Lawn Avenue Dallas, TX 75219214-224-2500www.pcpc.orgwww.facebook.com/parkcitiespca www.twitter.com/pcpcnews
General fund budget
2010/2011 operating budget
July 1–April 17, 2011 budget
July 1–April 17, 2011 giving
budget variance
Voice of Hope outreachFifth–twelfth graders, join us Saturday, May 14, 9:30 am–12:30 pm, Voice of Hope. We will help Voice of Hope with their morning program and assist elementary and middle school students with activities and crafts. Drop off and pick up will be at the Hangout. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2734.
Movin' on Up SundayJoin us Sunday, May 22, 11:00 am–12:00 pm, Oak Lawn East. All fifth–twelfth graders will move on up into their new grades at our middle school and high school Sunday schools. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2762.
Summer SizzleIncoming fifth–sixth graders, join us June 1–2. Save the dates for our Summer Sizzle activities to kick off the summer. More information to come! Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2762.
Summer Night LiveIncoming seventh–eighth graders, join us June 3–4. Save the dates for our Summer night Live activities to kick off the summer. More information to come! Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2762.
VBS Ski School volunteer opportunityJoin us June 20–23. Help us run activities and games for elementary students during this year's VBS Ski School. Learn more about at www.pcpckidz.org or contact Julie Conklin [email protected], nancy Brown [email protected], or Taryn Cooper, [email protected]. Register at www.pcpc.org/registrations by Monday, June 13.
Doulos leadership retreatJoin us July 25–29, Galveston, TX. Seventh–eighth graders in the 2011–2012 school year, save the date for this year's Doulos leadership trip. Complete the application for this trip at www.pcpcmiddleschool.org. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2717.
WOMEn
Pray FirstJoin us Monday, May 2, 12:00–12:30 pm, Parlor. Help us pray for our church, families, and more. We will also pray with and for you. For information or to submit prayer requests, contact Carri Case. Contact Carri Case, [email protected] or 214-363-0558.
YOUnG FAMILIES
Song and StoryToddlers, bring your moms and join us Monday, May 9, 10:45–11:30 am, Room 122. We'll have a time of song and story. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2780.
Musikgarten preview nightJoin us Monday, May 16, 6:45–7:45 pm, Fellowship Hall. This year's annual Family Music night celebrating the PCPC Musikgarten program will also be an opportunity for families to experience this wonderful program firsthand. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2633.
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April30 8:00 am Helping Hands Day, Room 263, 224-2742
May1 11:00–1:30 pm RUF Sunday, High school Room, 224-27312 noon–12:30 pm Pray First, Parlor, 363-05585 noon national Day of Prayer service, Chapel, 224-27409 10:45–11:30 am Song and Story, Room 122, 224-278012 10:00 am–2:00 pm Picnic and play day, Dallas Arboretum, 224-277114 9:30 am–12:30 pm VOH outreach, Voice of Hope, 224-273415 6:30 pm 20th: Prayer and Praise gathering, Sanctuary, 224-263216 6:45–7:45 pm Musikgarten preview, Fellowship Hall, 224-263317 noon WorkPlace Ministries lunch, Fellowship Hall, 224-273922 11:00 am–noon Movin' on Up Sunday, Oak Lawn East, 224-2762
June1–2 Summer Sizzle, 224-27623–4 Summer night Live, 224-276212 4:00 pm Colin Howland organ concert, Sanctuary, 224-263316 10:30 am–12:30 pm Ashley book review, Oak Lawn West, 224-2771
20–23 9:00 am–noon VBS Ski School, PCPC Ski Lodge, 224-2568
July13–23 Indonesia short-term mission trip, Indonesia, 224-252525–29 Doulos leadership retreat, Galveston, TX, 224-2717
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VoL. XXI, No. 9 | APrIL 30, 2011
Baptisms, April 17, 2011
laird Storrie Greenfield
son of Allyson and Stuart Greenfield
Hannah Kathryn Mueller
daughter of Amanda and Bert Mueller
Harper Keys axley
daughter of kara and Jeff Axley
VBS Ski SchoolJoin us June 20–23, 9:00 am–noon, PCPC Ski Lodge. Calling all snow bunnies to freestyle skiers! kids age five by 9/1/11 to rising fourth graders, it's time to register for Ski School (VBS) at the PCPC Ski Lodge this summer. It's a cool way to hang out with friends in the dog days of summer while hearing the gospel. This year's VBS is sponsored by new St. Peter's, Providence, and Park Cities Presbyterian Churches. Register at www.pcpc.org/registrations by Monday, June 13. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2568.
Summer Musikgarten classes—register now!Summer is the perfect time for your children to dive into music! The nimble & Quick class gives parents an opportunity introduce their young children to music in a fun atmosphere, as well a chance to meet other parents. Does your child show an interest in piano? The piano camp gives them a fun way to try it with their friends. Register at www.pcpc.org/registrations by Tuesday, June 21. Visit www.pcpcartsacademy.org or contact [email protected] or 214-224-2633.
60+ COMMUnITY
Picnic and play day at the ArboretumJoin us Thursday, May 12, 10:00 am–2:00 pm, Dallas Arboretum. We will head for the Arboretum, tour the gardens, buildings, and shops, and meet back together at noon to enjoy fellowship and a box lunch picnic. More details to come. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2771.
Did you know?Our library catalog is now searchable online at http://library.pcpc.org. You can search by author, title, subject, and more.