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

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THE 2020 VISION

On August 25, 1997 after much research, careful discussion and a lot of prayer, the PCPC

Session committed to the following ambitious and very exciting vision:

To plant 100 strategically-located churches, many with Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) chapters, by the year 2020—50 in the U.S. and 50 worldwide.

We are pleased to announce that God has so blessed this effort that as of January 2011, 103 churches have been started - 50 in the U.S. and 53 internationally. Additionally, 12 RUF chapters have been started in connection with the U.S. church plants.

Watch the video!www.pcpcmissions.org

The Knot is perfect for:

v Dating and engaged couples

v couples being married at pcpc or by one of our ministers at another location

session times are Friday, 6:00–9:00 pm, and Saturday, 8:00 am–3:00 pm. The cost is $60 per couple. register at www.pcpc.org/registrations. contact betty.montague@pcpc.org or 214-224-2683.

Are you made for each other? come find out at The Knot—a marriage seminar designed for dating and engaged

couples. You'll learn how to build a foundation for a satisfying and godly marriage. on Friday you'll enjoy dessert and uncover the biblical framework for marriage. Then on saturday you'll receive great information, breakfast, lunch, and sweet fellowship with others. couples being married at pcpc or by one of our ministers at another location are required to attend all classes in this series. The cost is $60 per couple.

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Birthsz Amelia Page Bridgeman, daughter of michelle and Lee Bridgeman, on February 25, 2011

z Rosemary Samantha White, daughter of susan and Jeff white, on march 1, 2011

z Sloane Ava lyles, daughter of Kathryn and Trey Lyles, on march 3, 2011

Deathz charles Bankhead (cc#08) on march 11, 2011

Marriagez Anne Elizabeth Mullen and Joshua charles hazard on march 5, 2011

Sympathiesz Grace and Steve carter (cc#02) on the loss of her brother-in-law, william T. Dawson, on February 20, 2011

z Marci Bankhead (cc#08) on the loss of her husband; Jack liston iii (cc#11) on the loss of his father, charles Bankhead, on march 11, 2011

everYoneKingdom Movement in IndiaJoin us for dinner and to learn from indian church leaders about the holy spirit’s work in india, Monday, March 21, 6:30 pm, Fellowship hall. The dinner costs $9.50 per person and will consist of mild indian cuisine. children are welcome but childcare is not provided. handicrafts made by underprivileged women employed by the Dorcas house in northern india will be available for purchase at the Monday night dinner and during tuesday morning women’s Bible studies. contact marzena.dunham@pcpc.org or 214-224-2523.

Rock 'n Roll Dallas Half MarathonThe rock 'n roll Dallas half marathon will pass by pcpc on Lakeside Drive Sunday, March 27, causing access and parking changes. see the map of the marathon's route at www.pcpc.org.

Help with etiquette luncheshelp students at west Dallas community school practice their fine dining etiquette, thursday, March 31, 11:15 am–12:30 pm, by serving them lunch at your home or by driving them to other pcpc members' homes. contact jillchesnut@sbcglobal.net or 214-528-8687.

Missionary Mailingsencourage your pcpc missionary families by writing them a note of appreciation Sunday, April 3, 12:15–1:15 pm, Fellowship hall. pizza and salad are provided to first-comers. Also, kids will enjoy our special coloring table setup just for them. contact whitney.vines@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551.

Intro to PCPC classLearn about pcpc's vision, purpose, ministries, service and fellowship opportunities, membership, and more, Friday, April 29, 6:30–9:00 pm, Saturday, April 30, 8:00 am–12:30 pm, and Sunday, May 1, 9:30–10:40 am, room 259. The church-joining date will be Sunday, June 5. contact debbie.blanton@pcpc.org or 214-224-2744.

Helping Hands Dayhelp single moms, widows, and others who need help with changing light bulbs, organizing closets, raking leaves, fixing running toilets, and more Saturday, April 30, 8:00 am–1:00 pm, room 263. contact wilma.morgan@pcpc.org or 214-224-2742.

Apartment Life positionwant to use your business and leadership experience to advance the gospel? Apartment Life, a ministry reaching apartment communities with the gospel, is seeking an area vice president for the Uptown/midtown area. send resumes to colette strange, colettestrange@apartmentlife.org or 817-685-2963.

New library resourcesFor adults, check out King’s Cross: The story of the world in the life of Jesus, by Timothy Keller; Little House in the Ozarks, by Laura ingalls wilder; and Known and Unknown, which is Donald rumsfeld's memoir. swing by the library Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–5:00 pm or Sunday, 9:00 am–1:00 pm.

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Batter Up!The preschool is going to a rough riders game at the Dr pepper Ball park, Sunday, April 3, 3:00 pm! we hit a home-run with reserved bullpen seating, food, drinks, and an official ball cap for every ticket holder. register by contacting heather.holmes@pcpc.org or 214-224-2780.

Elementary movie nightcome dressed as your favorite princess, warrior, or dragon as we watch the animated film How to Train Your Dragon, Friday, April 8, 6:00–8:00 pm, hangout. The cost is $5 for dinner and games. rsvp to darian.reichert@pcpc.org or 214-224-2568 by Wednesday, April 6.

VBS Ski SchoolKids age five by 9/1/11 to rising fourth graders, it’s time to register for ski school (vBs) at the pcpc ski Lodge, Monday–thursday, June 20–23, 9:00 am–noon. register at www.pcpc.org/registrations. contact darian.reichert@pcpc.org or 214-224-2568.

God is glorified in the demonstration of the difference between

our natural ability and His miraculous power.

Risk-taking is nothing fancy, just an everyday

pressing into little things that we have no confidence of doing

without the help of God. —André Seu

Kara Kirkendoll WelchBradley Hunter Welch

Sunday, March 204:00 pm, Sanctuary

Music for Flute and Organ

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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 24/7prayer@pcpc.org

Park Cities Presbyterian ChurchPresbyterian church in America4124 oak Lawn Avenue Dallas, TX 75219214-224-2500www.pcpc.orgwww.facebook.com/parkcitiespca www.twitter.com/pcpcnews

March4:00 pm Kara welch and Bradley welch concert, Sanctuary, 224-26356:30–8:30 pm india dinner, Fellowship Hall, 224-252310:15–1:00 pm hospital tour and lunch, 224-277111:00 am–noon Trans:parenting, Room 259, 224-276311:15 am–12:30 pm help with etiquette lunches, 528-8687

April6:30 pm; 8:30 am Bible Alive seminar, Fellowship Hall, 224-27406:00 pm; 8:00 am The Knot, Oak Lawn West, 224-268312:15–1:15 pm missionary mailings, Fellowship Hall, 224-25513:00 pm Batter Up!, Dr. Pepper Ball Park, 224-278012:00–12:30 pm pray First, Parlor, 363-05586:30–8:30 pm The Bridge, 3828 Southwestern, 224-27256:00–8:00 pm elementary movie night, Hangout, 224-2568women's reflective retreat, Montserrat Retreat Center, 224-2722noon holy week, Sanctuary, 224-26329:30 am–12:30 pm voice of hope outreach, Hangout, 224-27347:00 pm A german requiem concert, Sanctuary, 224-2633

10:45–11:30 am song and story, Room 122, 224-27807:00 pm The rock Behind the roll, 1202 Dragon St., 224-27397:00 pm maundy Thursday evening communion, Sanctuary, 224-2632resurrection sunday services, Sanctuary, 224-2632introduction to pcpc class, Room 259, 224-27448:00 am–1:00 pm helping hands Day, Room 263, 224-2742

MayThe Knot, Oak Lawn West, 224-2683Florida trip, Laguna Beach Christian Retreat Center, 224-2762

June4:00 pm colin howland organ concert, Sanctuary, 224-26339:00 am–noon vBs ski school, PCPC Ski Lodge, 224-2568

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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Lafferty to speak at Family CampJoin us for family camp July 31–August 6, sky ranch at Ute Trail in colorado. patrick Lafferty will speak during this week. The cost for one- and two-room cabins are $2,400 and $2,700 per family. visit www.skyranch.org/familycamp. register by calling 903-266-3300.

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Retirement home worship schedulez Sunday March 20, 2:00 pm: caruth haven; 3:30 pm: white rock court; 4:00 pm: The Forumz thursday, March 24, 3:00 pm: monticello; 3:00 pm: edgemerez Sunday, March 27, 1:00 pm: Town village north; 3:00 pm: meadowstone; 3:30 pm: white rock courtz thursday, March 31, 3:00 pm: monticello

Hospital tour and lunchenjoy lunch and learn how the Texas scottish rite hospital for children cares for children at no charge to their families, thursday, March 24, 10:15 am–1:00 pm. rsvp to jane.beasley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2771.

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Trans:parentingBrent Baker and Brian mountjoy will lead an open discussion for parents of elementary, middle, and high school students regarding the dangers of technology and pornography. if you have specific questions you'd like them to address, please e-mail ben.leonard@pcpc.org by Wednesday, March 23.

Voice of Hope outreachFifth–twelfth graders, join us as we help voice of hope Saturday, April 9, 9:30 am–12:30 pm, pcpc hangout. we will assist elementary and middle school students with activities and crafts. contact mary.haberkorn@pcpc.org or 214-224-2734.

women

Pray Firsthelp us pray for our church, families, and more Monday, April 4, 12:00–12:30 pm, parlor. we will also pray with and for you. For information or to submit prayer requests, contact carri case, kcases@swbell.net or 214-363-0558.

The Bridgeenjoy a casual dinner, build relationships, and listen to mary Flo ridley's story of rescue thursday, April 7, 6:30–8:30 pm at the home of nancy snell, 3828 southwestern. no rsvp is needed. Dinner is provided for $10. visit www.pcpcwomen.org or contact ann.higginbottom@pcpc.org or 214-224-2725.

Women's Reflective Retreatrelax at nearby montserrat retreat center on Lake Dallas, Friday–Saturday, April 8–9. elizabeth robinson and Kari stainback will lead two sessions on worship. The cost is $100; scholarships are available. register at www.pcpcwomen.org or at the women’s ministry table. contact laurie.butterfield@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722.

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New Members

Emily lee

yong lee

Jake lester

Marshall lunati

Michael Manes

imelda Martinez

Mitch Martzen

Miranda Murphy

Brent Ottmers

Jamie Rench

carley Runyon

Marisa and todd Schroeder

Blake Schwarz

dina and Stan Smith

tracy thurmond

Marc tinsley

Brendan tippen

Boonsri Vimonphanh

New Members, March, 2011

Kara and Jeffrey Axley

lisa Brown

chris cagle

taylor clark

Adam cowdin

Will dowell

William Edwards

tom Elsener

Jeffrey Fein

Erica and Preston Fischer

Evan Gartley

chase Gosselin

catherine and cambron

Hardaway

Ashley and John Holm

Pam Johnson

Sarah and Brad Jones

laura Kennedy

Sopha Keovixay

Khamsy Kettavong

Michelle Kick

Emily and derek Kieta

Kristen White

nina and Jason Williams

Kathy and Frank Zerangue

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Women’s Reflective Retreat

April 8–9Montserrat, Lake Dallas

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BiBle AliveFriday–Saturday, April 1–2

Want to rekindle your excitement and passion for God’s Word?

B ible Alive is a multimedia contextual immersion experience in

understanding god’s word in its original historical, cultural, geographical, literary, and visual context.

session times are Friday, 6:30–9:45 pm, and Saturday, 8:30 am–12:30 pm. The cost is $25 per person or $40 per family until Friday, March 25; then $35 per person or $50 per family. register at www.pcpc.org/registrations. contact amy.tassos@pcpc.org or 214-224-2740.