Vol. XXIII, No. 1 | JaNuary 5, 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.

Well, The mayans Were Wrong. The ball dropped. your resoluTions are made.It’s 2013 and we’re rollIng.

MidweekAn evening of worship,

dinner, fellowship, and teaching

Begins January 20

a missions conference unlike any you’ve ever experienced.

feBruary 22–24

begins January 16

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• seven-week course for children

• Taught by laurie Hargrave and

carrie ellen adamian

• classes begin January 22

or January 24

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everyone

communion sundayJesus instituted the Lord's Supper with these words: “Do this in remembrance of me.” On Sunday, January 6, we will celebrate The Lord's Supper in all services. Contact jayne.bjork@pcpc.org or 214-224-2632.

midweekJoin us on Wednesdays for an evening of worship, dinner, fellowship, and teaching, January 16–April 17, Wednesdays, 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.

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 employment opportunityPCPC seeks a part-time (20 hours) Coordinator of Small Groups: Visit http://jobsatpcpc.org or contact amy.tassos@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.

pastoral care card writerWould you love to participate in ministry at PCPC? If you can write a kind note of encouragement, address an envelope, and drop it in your own mailbox, you have your very own PCPC ministry. Contact wilma.morgan@pcpc.org or 214-224-2742.

urban mInIstrIes

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

worshIp & arts

children’s and youth choirsIt’s here! Singers, grades K–twelve, please join us for a new semester, beginning in January, of learning opportunities and worship participation. To register, please contact lynda.fray@pcpc.org or 214-224-2636.

musikgarten classesThese exciting group music lessons encourage young children to explore and develop their love of music, and build the mother-child bond. Casses 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.

births

• Campbell Grace Shockey, daughter of Amber and Aaron Shockey, on July 6, 2012

• Wesley Scott and William Stewart Martinez, sons of Amy and Scott Martinez, on November 26, 2012

• Nathaniel Lawrence Zugaro, son of Lauren and Chris Zurago, on November 28, 2012

• Wyatt Phillips Chilian, son of Brandi and Pete Chilian, on December 10, 2012

• Neely Elizabeth Cordon, daughter of Lee and Justin Cordon, on December 11, 2012

marriages

• Jenny Claire Ray and Justin Michael Burk, on November 29, 2012

deaths

• Doris Riedel (out-of-town member), on December 3, 2012

• Anne Smiley (CC#12), on December 7, 2012

sympathy

• Imelda and Brent Ottmers (CC#16) on the loss of his uncle, Wallace Ottmers, on December 3, 2012

• Carroll and Scott Turpin (CC#11) on the loss of her father; Luke Turpin (CC#11) on the loss of his grandfather, Glynn “Dick” Kruger, on December 14, 2012

• Wylly and Tom Goodson (CC#22) on the loss of his father; Liza and Henry Goodson (CC#22) on the loss of their grandfather; Hank Glasgow (CC#01) on the loss of his father-in-law; Sam Owen (CC#01) on the loss of his grandfather; Clair Goodson (CC#13) on the loss of her grandfather, James Butler Goodson, on December 16, 2012

• Sarah and Gregg Hamill (CC#13), on the loss of his mother; Tom and Alan Hamill (CC#13), on the loss of their grandmother, Esther Hamill, on November 27, 2012

“For every look at self— take ten looks at Christ!”

— Robert McCheyne

our family evenTs & announcemenTs

Women’s Bible studies begin the week of January 14.

If you are not currently in a Bible study, we would love for you to join. Visit www.pcpcwomen.org/bible-studies to register. Remember to register your child for childcare in conjunction with your Bible study by calling 214-224-2600. Contact kari.stainback@pcpc.org, or 214-224-2738.

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general fund budget

2012/2013 operating budget

July 1–December 23, 2012 budget

July 1–December 23, 2012 giving

Budget variance

$12,200,000

$6,269,912

$5,544,941

($724,971)

january

6 Communion Sunday, 8:00, 9:30, & 11:00 am, 224-2632

6 Children’s and Youth choirs begins, 224-2636

15 Women’s spring Bible studies launches, various days and times, 224-2738

15 Circle 5 meeting, 10:00 am, 8629 Edgemere, Apt. A, 361-4704

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

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.

women

circle 5 meetingCircle 5 will begin 2013 with their fellowship at Becky Walton's  home on Tuesday, January 15, 10:00 am, 8629 Edgemere, Apt. A. Contact Peggy Skidmore, pwskidmore@sbcglobal.net or 214-361-4704.

world mIssIons

lift up your eyesSave the date for this exciting missions conference unlike any you’ve ever experienced. Come and hear about ways to minister to the nations right here in Dallas, February 22–24, PCPC. Contact anna.graber@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551.

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.

Park Cities p r e s b y t e r i a n c h u r c h (pca)

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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

start off 2013 the right way.

Download the PCPC mobile app!

Now available on Apple and Android platforms

VespersWednesdays, 5:30 pm, Chapel

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

A unique PCPC experience

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Vol. XXIII, No. 1 | jaNuary 5, 2013

BaptismsDecember 9, 2012 Howard Tulloss Beasley

son of Heath and Scott Beasley

Hunter Havens Beasleyson of Heath and Scott Beasley

asher ramsay Estesson of Kenley and Foster Estes

Isabella rose Gloverdaughter of Caroline and Wade Glover

ashton William Griffingrandson of Cathy and Tony Sisk

lauren Elizabeth Kingdaughter of Elizabeth and Carter King

MacKenzie alexis Mclanedaughter of Shelley and David McLane

abigail Miller Moffittdaughter of Katherine and Ben Moffitt

Thomas Miller Sylvan jr.son of Ashley and Miller Sylvan