Vol. XXIII, No. 2 | JaNuary 19, 2013

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

in this issue 223

They got skillz. Don’t miss Adkins & Nielson in concert.

DivorceCare is here. It's not too late to join.

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Vespers: Funny word. Powerful service.

A missions conference unlike Any you’ve ever experienced.

2012–2013 PCPC Performing Arts Series

Adkins&Nielson

Sunday, February 3

5:00 & 7:00 pm

Cambridge Hall

2013 Missions Weekend featuring

Al LaCourFriday, 7:00 pmA Vision for Your Homeenjoy a ladies' night out!dinner and childcare provided

Saturday, 8:30 pmBiblical Hospitality seminarbreakfast provided

Sunday Worship Services and Morning CommunitiesA Vision for the World

Al LaCour, national coordinator for ruf

international

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everyone

midweekJoin us on Wednesdays for an evening of worship, dinner, fellowship, and teaching, Wednesdays, through April 17, 5:30–8:30 pm. There is Vespers at 5:30 pm, Chapel.  Dinner is at 5:30 pm, Fellowship Hall. Then adult classes follow dinner. Contact debbie.blanton@pcpc.org or 214-224-2744.

new member classCome and learn about PCPC’s vision, purpose, ministries, service opportunities, fellowship opportunities, membership, and more, January 20–March 3, Sundays, 9:30–10:40 am, Room 302–304. Contact debbie.blanton@pcpc.org or 214-224-2744.

divorcecareAre you seeking help and healing for the hurt of separation or divorce? Join us Wednesdays, through April 17, 7:00–8:30 pm, Room 263. Materials are $25 (scholarships available). Contact divorcecare@pcpc.org or 214-224-2683.

young adults bible studyThis weekly Bible study of singles in their 20s and 30s meets every Tuesday, 7:00 pm, Oak Lawn East High School Room. Join us for worship, teaching, and fellowship afterwards. Contact mckenzie.edwards@pcpc.org or 214-232-7959.

need counseling help?Then contact the PCPC Counseling Ministry. Our coun-seling services are fee-based. We continue to offer a complimentary consultation for those interested in external counseling referrals or for those who need to discuss a reduced fee. Visit counseling.pcpc.org to view a special introductory video. If you would like to set up an appointment with one of our counselors, or have questions, please contact Jeff White, counseling@pcpc.org or 214-224-2693.

stories of rescue and moreYou can now enjoy all of PCPC’s videos online, including the Stories of Rescue and much more at www.vimeo.com/pcpc.

pcpc part-time employmentPCPC seeks a part-time (20 hours) Admin. Assistant to Counseling: If you or someone you know would be interested in this position, please visit http://jobsatpcpc.org or contact careers@pcpc.org or 214-224-2740.

temporary pcpc employmentPCPC seeks a temporary part-time administrative position: Duties may include: answering phones, data entry, preparing vendor invoices for approval, creating spreadsheets in Excel, flyers in Publisher, and other administrative duties. Prefer two years of experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office. If interested and available please forward your resume to careers@pcpc.org.

worship & arts

musikgarten classesThese exciting group music lessons encourage young children to explore and develop their love of music, and build the mother-child bond. Classes last for fifteen weeks, January 21—May 13. Birth to age three and a half are welcome. Online registration and class information can be found at www.pcpcartsacademy.org. Contact frances.cope@pcpc.org or 214-224-2633.

park cities playersThe Arts Academy at PCPC is excited to announce our new musical theater program taught by Laurie Hargrave and Carrie Ellen Adamian, The Park Cities Players, beginning this January. http://pcpcartsacademy.org. Contact frances.cope@pcpc.org or 214-224-2633.

adkins & nielsonBeloved PCPC artists, cellist Christopher Adkins and pianist Stephen Nielson, offer a recital in the intimate setting of Cambridge Hall themed, “Music of Darkness and Light,” Sunday, February 3, 5:00 pm & 7:00 pm, Cambridge Hall. Space is very limited, so please arrive early. Contact frances.cope@pcpc.org or 214-224-2633.

women

women’s spring bible studiesWomen’s Bible studies have resumed. If you are not currently in a Bible study, we would love for you to join. For more information, visit www.pcpcwomen.org/bible-studies. Please remember to also register your child for childcare in conjunction with your Bible study by calling 214-224-2600. For more information, contact kari.stainback@pcpc.org or 214-224-2738.

births

• Philip Douglass Taylor, son of Courtney and Daniel Taylor, on January 1, 2013

marriages

• Jessica Nicole Tron and Yongil Elliot Lee, on December 22, 2012

deaths

• Harriet Deison (CC#21), wife of Pete Deison (CC#21), on December 29, 2012

• Patric Turner (CC#22), on December 31, 2012

• Mary Katherine Rawlins (CC#13), wife of Erle Rawlins III (CC#13), on January 1, 2013

• Nelson Brittain Schwarz (CC#21), son of Julia and Blake Schwarz (CC#21); grandson of Ellen and Paul Flowers (CC#11); great-grandson of Caroline and Bunker Hunt (CC#13), on January 5, 2013

• Marilynn Hensley (CC#05), on January 6, 2013

• Peg St. Peter (CC#04), on December 21, 2012

sympathy

• Casey and John Cogburn, on the loss of her daughter, Krissy Koons Jackson, on December 11, 2012

• Leslie and Doug Hoy (CC#12), on the loss of his father; Harrison, Ginny, and Henry Hoy (CC#12) on the loss of their grandfather, Walter Hoy, on December 20, 2012

• Suzanne and Malcolm Robertson (CC#08), on the loss of her father; Janie and Bud Robertson (CC#08) on the loss of their grandfather, John “Jock” Ashby Jr., on December 23, 2012

• Hannah and Ed Parker (CC#14), on the loss of his father; Tatiana Parker (CC#14) on the loss of her grandfather, Printiss Parker, on December 25, 2012

• Sara and Stan Gardner (CC#08), on the loss of his sister; Madison, Helen, and Luke Gardner (CC#08) on the loss of their aunt, Mollie Gardner, on December 26, 2012

• Betsy and Stan Keith (CC#13), on the loss of his mother; Mary Grace and Jennifer Keith (CC#13) on the loss of their grandmother; Laura Keith (CC#18) on the loss of her grandmother; Emily and Preston Roush (out-of-town members) on the loss of her grandmother, Dorothy Keith, on January 2, 2013

our family events & announcements

resolution #1: Download the PCPC mobile app

resolution #2: Listen to one sermon per week

21years of encouraging, Christ-exalting, pCpC sermons in your pocket.

Seriously, download the app.

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general fund budget

2012/2013 operating budget

July 1–January 6, 2013 budget

July 1–January 6, 2013 giving

Budget variance

$12,200,000

$7,057,550

$6,968,560

($88,989)

january

23-4/17 DivorceCare, Wednesdays, 7:00–8:30 pm, Room 263, 224-2683

21-7/9 Women’s spring Bible studies, various days and times, 224-2738

23-12/15 Young Adult Bible study, Tuesdays, 7:00 pm, High School Room, 224-7959

16 Midweek begins, Wednesdays, 5:30–8:30 pm, 224-2744

20 New Member class starts, Sundays, 9:30–10:40 am, Room 302–304, 224-2744

21 Musikgarten classes begin, 10:15–11:30 am, Musikgarten Room, 224-2633

22 Park Cities Players launches, 224-2633

28-2/10 Urgent need for East Asia mission trip, East Asia, 817-233-9840

sunday worship

8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 am

communion

Sundays, 8:00–9:00 amWednesday Vespers, 5:30–6:00 pm

24/7 prayer hotline

214-224-2680 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

urban ministries

esl needs spring volunteersESL needs evening volunteers for the spring semester, January 22–May 8, 2013. Contact elizabeth.cunningham @pcpc.org or 214-224-2528.

student ministries

austin city projectSeventh–twelfth graders: Join us in serving the city of Austin by teaming up with ministries, churches, and outreach organizations, March 8–12, T Bar M Sports Camp. You will also enjoy fun activities and great teaching. Don’t forget to invite your friends! Online registration is available at www.pcpchighschool.org or www.pcpcmiddleschool.org. Contact sarah.palmer@pcpc.org or 214-224-2762.

60+ Community

homebound member careAre you homebound? We would love an opportunity to minister to you, pray for you, and let you know that we care. If you are reading this and you know of a PCPC member or regular attendee who is homebound, please contact our office using the contact information below. One of our foremost goals is to make sure our flock is cared for and remembered. We have volunteers who would love to visit, mail cards, and make phone calls. Contact jane.beasley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2771.

medical equipment closet60+ Community is in the process of setting up a Medical Equipment Closet. If you have equipment you no longer need or want, and it is in good condition, call our office. Contact jane.beasley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2771.

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february

3 Adkins & Nielson, 5:00 & 7:00 pm, Cambridge Hall, 224-2633

22-24 Lift up Your Eyes missions conference, 224-2551

march

8-12 Austin City Project, T Bar M Sports Camp, 224-2762

VespersWednesdays, 5:30 pm, Chapel

amy.tassos@pcpc.org, 214-224-2740

A uniquePCPC exPerienCe

Hymnsscripture

MeditationCommunion

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Vol. XXIII, No. 2 | jANuAry 19, 2013

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