this week: january 22, 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. 2 | JaNuary 22, 2011
Worship, dinner, and teaching at Midweek 2
Pray First 2 Kayak, rock climb, and more at PCPC's Family Camp 2
Pray for your missionaries 2
The Realit yof the BlessingA workshop for those exploring adoption
Considering the blessed reality of adoption? Hear from Patrick Lafferty and others who have taken the journey of faith to adopt
Friday–Saturday, February 18–19. Be encouraged by stories of rescue. Visit with the experts at adoption agency booths.
During this conference, these topics will be discussed:
1. The need for adoption2. A Biblical view of adoption3. The adoption process4. Adoption and your legacy5. Parenting the adopted child6. The special needs child7. Your inner adoption fears8. Adoptive parents panel discussion
Register at www.pcpc.org/registrations. The cost is $45 per family. Friday's session is from 6:15–8:30 pm and Saturday's is from 8:00 am–12:30 pm, Fellowship Hall. Childcare for birth to five-year-olds may be reserved in advance by calling 214-706-2797 by Wednesday, February 16. There's a $5 fee per session per child, which you will pay at the conference check-in table. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2683.
An outstanding workshop for any couple considering adoption!
Stephen Curtis Chapman
Tim KellerThe Gospel of PeaceIn these times, when political, economic,
cultural, and personal issues suggest chaos and fear, can peace be anything more than a religious aspiration? Is peace, after all, realistically possible?
Join us Wednesday, January 26, 7:30 pm, PCPC Sanctuary, to hear Tim Keller speak on The Gospel of Peace. He will look at Philippians 4:4–12. This event is free, open to all, and sponsored by Redeemer Seminary. Childcare is available by reservation only for birth to five-year-olds by calling 214-706-2797 by 5:00 pm, Monday, January 24. Questions? Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2739.
RegisteR now!www.pcpc.org/registrations
a n n o u n c e M e n t So u r F a M i l y
THIS WeeK January 22, 20112
Birthz allison lee turner, daughter of Melissa and Robert Turner, on January 4, 2011
Deathsz Mary ellen Forde (CC#04/Good News) on December 29, 2010
z c. thomas "tom" Davis (CC#11/Agape) on January 5, 2011
Sympathyz cheryl and Bill Henry (CC#10/Covenant) on the loss of her father; laurie Henry (CC#10) on the loss of her grandfather, Robert L. Wright, on December 19, 2010
z Katie and andrew Whitcomb (CC#03/Young Adults) on the loss of his grandfather; Hayley and Jake lester (CC#18) on the loss of her grandfather; Phil Whitcomb (CC#08) on the loss of his father-in-law, Marvin Lookwood Davison, on January 4, 2011
z christy and Ben abbott (CC#02) on the loss of her mother; Sadie and Bode abbott (CC#02) on the loss of their grandmother, Cher Seibert, on December 29, 2010
z Suzie and Bunker curnes (CC#10) on the loss of their baby; Betsy and tom curnes (CC#11) on the loss of their granddaughter; caroline and Bunker Hunt (CC#13/Good News) on the loss of their great granddaughter, Christine Caroline Curnes, who was born on January 8, 2011
z Sandy and Frank Haughton (CC#12) on the loss of his sister, Mary ellen Forde, on December 29, 2010
z Jean Davis (CC#11/Agape) on the loss of her husband, c. thomas "tom" Davis, on January 5, 2011
eVeRYoNeMidweekJoin us for worship, dinner, fellowship, and teaching on Wednesdays. There's Vespers at 5:30 pm, Chapel; dinner at 5:30 pm, Fellowship Hall; nine adult classes following dinner. Read about the MIDWeeK classes at www.pcpc.org/midweek or pick up a brochure in the literature racks. Don't forget to RSVP for dinner at 214-224-2826 by 4:00 pm on Mondays and for childcare for birth to five-year-olds at 214-706-2797. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2744.
Intro to PCPC classLearn about PCPC's vision, purpose, ministries, membership, and more Friday–Sunday, January 28–30, Room 259. RSVP at www.pcpc.org/registrations. Childcare for birth–five-year-olds is providing by RSVP'ing to 214-706-2797 by Wednesday, January 26. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2744.
Prayer for the WorldPray for your PCPC-supported missionaries Sunday, February 6, 8:30–9:20 am, Parlor. We will have missionaries' prayer requests and prayer guidelines to help you. First-timers are welcome. Can't make it? Prayer for the World meets the first Sunday of each month. Contact Renatta Rasmussen, [email protected] or 214-224-2551.
Alex McDonald piano recitalA young pianist with vibrant interpretations and tireless technique, Alex will present a program of varied masterworks Sunday, February 13, 4 pm, Cambridge Hall. Currently, Alex is studying for his doctorate and teaching at the Julliard School in New York. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2633.
Beyond OurselvesJoin us on Saturday, February 26 as we serve our neighbors throughout the city. Register at www.pcpc.org/registrations. There are great projects for every age and stage! Sign up with your family, friends, small group, or Sunday community. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2520.
ESL teachers neededWe need teachers for tuesdays, 9:30–11:00 am. We need people who speak english well and love people from different cultural backgrounds. Lesson plans will be provided. If you are interested, contact Kathy Dunn, [email protected] or 214-224-2528.
“No heart can conceive that treasury of mercies
which lies in this one privilege: in having liberty and ability
to approach unto God at all times, according to His mind and will.”
—John Owen
Second annual PCPC Family CampJoin us for our second annual family camp July 24–30 or July 31–august 6, Sky Ranch at Ute Trail in Colorado. The cost for one room cabins is $2,400 per family, which includes all meals and on-site activities, and two-bedroom cabins cost $2,700. To learn more about PCPC Family Camp, visit www.skyranch.org/familycamp. Register by calling 903-266-3300.
Artificial Christmas trees neededWe need artificial Christmas trees for next year's Vacation Bible School. To make a donation, contact [email protected] or 214-224-2568.
WoMeNThe Bridgeenjoy a casual dinner, build relationships, and listen to Mary Flo Ridley’s story of rescue thursday, February 3, 6:30–8:30 pm at the home of Susan Bullock, 3620 Bryn Mawr. No RSVP is needed. Dinner is provided for a small fee. For more information, visit www.pcpcwomen.org or contact [email protected] or 214-224-2725.
Pray FirstJoin us as we pray for our church, families, state, and world Monday, February 7, 12:00–12:30 pm, Parlor. We would love to pray with and for you. For more information or to submit prayer requests, contact Carri Case, [email protected] or 214-363-0558.
ADULT MINISTRIeSRetirement home worship schedulez Sunday, January 23, 1:00 pm: Town Village North; 3:00 pm: Meadowstone; 3:30 pm: White Rock Courtz thursday, January 27, 3:00 pm: Monticello; 3:00 pm: edgemerez Sunday January 30, 3:30 pm: White Rock Courtz thursday, February 3, 3:00 pm: Monticello
YoUTH MINISTRIeSFlorida trip—save the date!All ninth–twelfth graders are invited to this week-long retreat at the Laguna Beach Christian Retreat Center in Panama City Beach, Florida May 28–June 3. online registration will open on Monday, February 14. For more information, visit www.pcpchighschool.org or contact [email protected] or 214-224-2762.
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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
JanuaryThe Gospel of Peace by Tim Keller, 224-2739Women in the Word: A workshop, 224-2725Introduction to PCPC class, Room 259, 224-2744
February6:30–8:30 pm The Bridge, 3620 Bryn Mawr, 224-27258:30–9:20 am Prayer for the World, Parlor, 224-255112:00–12:30 pm Pray First, Parlor, 214-363-0558Alex McDonald concert, Cambridge Hall, 224-263310:45–11:30 am Song and Story, Room 122, 224-278010:00 am Circle 5 meeting, 4145 San Carlos., 214-361-4704Adoption—The reality of the blessing conference, 224-2683Beyond ourselves, 224-2520Communion at 9:30 and 11:00 am, 224-2632
MarchSpring break mission trip, TbarM Sports Camp, 224-27624:00–6:00 pm Kara Welch and Bradley Welch concert, Sanctuary, 224-2635
AprilBible Alive seminar, Fellowship Hall, 224-27407:00 pm A German Requiem concert, Sanctuary, 224-2633Resurrection Sunday services, Sanctuary, 224-2632Introduction to PCPC class, Room 259, 224-2744
MayBoot Camp for Lovers, Oak Lawn West, 224-2683High School Florida trip, Laguna Beach Christian Retreat Center, 224-2762
June4:00 pm Colin Howland organ concert, Sanctuary, 224-2633
JulyFamily camp (session 1), Sky Ranch Ute Trail, 903-266-3300Family camp (session 2), Sky Ranch Ute Trail, 903-266-3300
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General fund budget 2010/2011 operating budgetbudget for July 1, 2010–January 9, 2011 giving for July 1, 2010–January 9, 2011budget variance
DiD you know?We now have an e-mail format of tHiS WeeK! The e-THIS WeeK will be sent early every thursday morning to all members and regular attenders with a valid e-mail address in our database. To update your e-mail address and other contact information, log into www.pcpc.org/directory. (We will continue to mail THIS WeeK to those who prefer the print format, but we also encourage you to consider receiving the e-mail version only and reducing costs.)
PCPC-2011AUSTIN
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March 11-15 Youth spring break
Seventh–twelfth graders, join us in serving the city of Austin.
You will also enjoy fun activities and great teaching times at the TbarM Sports Camp. Invite your friends. early registration costs $260 by tuesday, February 1. Starting Wednesday, February 2, registration costs $300. Register at www.pcpc.org/registrations. Contact [email protected] or 214-224-2762.
ThIs WeeK (007-362) is published biweekly except once in December by Park Cities Presbyterian Church, 4124 oak Lawn, Dallas, TX 75219. Periodical postage paid at Dallas, Texas 75219. PoSTMASTeR: send address changes to THIS WeeK, 4124 oak Lawn, Dallas, TX 75219-3152.
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VoL. XXI, No. 2 | JaNuary 22, 2011
Baptisms, December 19, 2010
emma Grace cecilia Menerey
daughter of Tiffany and Zac Menerey
caroline anne Palmer
daughter of Lisa and Stokes Palmer
Silas James Porter
son of ellen and Reid Porter
Harrison campbell Wadeson of Julie and Brad Wade
McKinley annabel Wade
daughter of Julie and Brad Wade
thatcher Holden Wade
son of Julie and Brad Wade
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Gable rose Scott
daughter of Kristen and Jay Scott
Grace Parker White
daughter of Kim and Jeff White
emerson olivia Wade
daughter of Julie and Brad Wade
noah anthony Whittle
son of Rebecca and Luke Whittle
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