general fund budget 2015/2016 operating budget

July 1–April 17 2016 budget

July 1–April 17 2016 giving

Budget variance

OUR FAMILY

death

• Hunter Smith (CC#21), son of Clay & Kathy Smith (CC#21); brother of Libby (& Ben) Smith (CC#21); brother of Meredith Smith (CC#21); uncle of Oliver and Mac Smith (CC#21), on April 16, 2016.

sympathy

• Josh & Taylor Lord (CC#19) on the loss of her grandmother; Zara Lord (CC#19) on the loss of her great-grandmother, Jimmie L. Allen, on April 8, 2016.

“Jesus Christ has gone into hell in order to get us out of there.

For along with everything He does, that is His goal, that He may get us out, bind us to God, reconcile us with God,

and fill us with God’s Spirit.” —Emil Brunner

WOMEN

restore semi-silent retreatThe PCPC Women's Ministry invites you to know Christ better in the solitude of this retreat centered on prayer and God’s Word, May 13–14, at Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House. Each participant will be provided with a private room and opportunity to enjoy the beautiful setting in silence, as well as two brief group discussion times and fellowship during meals. Cost: $130. Contact leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722.

women's spring bible study No Cover-Ups!–Relentless Truth!, taught by Neatice Warner, Wednesdays, May 18–June 15, 10:00–11:15 am, Oak Lawn West. Register for childcare birth-K at register.pcpc.org. Questions contact Linda Weaver, lindaweaver@charter.net. Contact leslie.newman@pcpc.org or 214-224-2722.

YOUNG ADULTS

young adults monthly prayerGather together to pray for our church, city, and world. Sunday, May 8 4:00–5:00 pm, 4316 Holland. RSVP to Cindy Zoellner, czollner@yahoo.com. Contact erin.golangco@pcpc.org or 214-224-2728.

SERVE PCPC

job openings These paid positions are open; Full-Time Ministry Leader of Preschool, Full-time Coordinator for Tommy Overton & Family Ministry. View full job descriptions at jobsatpcpc.org and email questions or your resumé (with desired position specified) to careers@pcpc.org.

$13,300,000

$11,334,488

$10,825,842

($508,646)

FAMILIES

young families kiddie pool partyJoin us for a potluck dinner and fun, Saturday, May 7, 4:30–7:00 pm, 3808 Caruth Blvd., for children Birth–5 years. Contact johnpaul.schulze@pcpc.org or 214-224-2584.

Lynlee Grace Hammakerdaughter of Daniel & Whitney Hammaker

Parker Ann Hargrave daughter of Brent & Chelsea Hargrave

Andrew Meneke Holmes son of Aaron & Katherine Holmes

Eloise Elisabeth Maxwell daughter of Phillip & Christina Maxwell

David Andrew Stewart son of Joel & Cara Stewart

William Arnold Turner son of Kyle & Amy Turner

April 17, 2016

vbs 2016–the finish lineThe VBS Olympics Committee is looking for Olympians ages 5 (by 9/1/16) to rising fourth graders to participate in the race! We’re also in need of several Trainers (aka Volunteers) to work with our outstanding Olympians! Contact vbs@pcpc.org or 214-224-2825.

EVERYONE officer recommendations arpil 1–30The session has approved the month of April for members to submit recommendations for the offices of deacon and elder, Class of 2021. A screening committee led by Ruling Elder Jim Madden and composed of elders, deacons, and laity will interview all men who are recommended and consider their qualifications before submitting a list of potential officer candidates to the session for approval. The men approved by the session will undergo training in classes on the Bible, The Westminster Confession of Faith, The Book of Church Order, and officer-specific books, and stand for election by the congregation in the Spring of 2017. Recommendation forms are in the literature racks throughout the church. If you have questions please go to recommendations.pcpc.org. Contact sally.rogers@pcpc.org or 214-224-2775.

election resultsAt the congregational meeting on Sunday, April 3, members of PCPC elected these men as officers of PCPC, Class of 2020. Office of Elder: Don Dillahunty, Pete Flowers, Ed Jarrett, and Rob Sayles. Office of Deacon: Chris Axley, Brant Ferguson, Justin Fregia, Brooks Igo, John Justema, Beau Longino, Harris McCraw, and Marc Redus. These men were ordained and/or installed at the 9:30 and 11:00 am worship services on Sunday, April 10. Contact sally.rogers@pcpc.org or 214-224-2775.

MISSIONS & CHURCH PLANTING

international friendship partnersJoin us for a welcoming party to find out more about becoming a Friendship Partner to international students from SMU and help us kick off the semester. Friendship partners can help students practice conversation, eat dinner together, attend a soccer game together, and should probably plan to meet together about twice a month. Anyone interested in the program is invited to come and enjoy a night of food and fellowship Thursday, May 12, 6:00–8:00 pm,3520 Drexel Drive. Contact marykate.barthel@pcpc.org or 214-224-2524.

luncheon for zhibai and guangHelp us celebrate Guang’s PhD graduation and hear about their work in Asia, Sunday May 15, 12:15 pm in Oak Lawn West. Lunch is provided (donations appreciated). RSVP to Cindy Rhea. Contact cindy.rhea@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551.

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THISWEEK@PCPC VOL. XXVI, NO. 09 | APRIL 30, 2016

THISWEEK@PCPCVOL. XXVI, NO. 09 | APRIL 30, 2016PARK CITIES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHCAROLINE RADER, EDITOR4124 OAK LAWN AVENUEDALLAS, TX 75219-3152