Vol. XXII, No. 14 | july 7, 2012

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

Discover what PCPC women are doing around the world.

Five points? Rejoice in the one point.

What’s your student doing this summer?

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Daniel Alejandro Restreposon of Murillo and Cesar Restrepo

Benjamin Reid Covinson of Eun-Sang and Jonathan Covin

Hunter Curtis Riemerson of Lily and Will Riemer

Neely Catherine Masondaughter of Taylor and Jeb Mason

BAptisMs June 17, 2012

SundayS, June 17–auguSt 19 | 11:00 am | Kidz Court

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PERSPECTIVES

Thursdays August 30–December 13 6:30–9:00 pm

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our family

general fund budget

2011/2012 operating budget

July 1–June 24, 2012 budget

July 1–June 24, 2012 giving

Budget variance

everyone

old fashion hymn singThere is something special about the old hymns in the life of the church. On Sunday, July 8, 11:00 am–12:00 pm, Room 300, don’t miss this hour as we sing hymns joyously to the Lord. Contact elaine.montague@pcpc.org or 214-224-2736.

world missions

perspectivesPerspectives is a 15-week discipleship course that takes students five miles deep into the Bible and helps them get a clearer picture of the church’s role in God’s grand plan, Thursdays, August 30–December 13, 6:30 pm—9:00 pm, Oak Lawn West Meeting Room. Contact marzena.dunham@pcpc.org or 214-224-2523.

missionary receptionJoin the Veritas Sunday Morning Community for a lunch reception honoring PCPC missionaries Hillary and Terrance Luker on Sunday, July 15, 12:00 pm, Fellowship Hall. Come welcome the Lukers home on a brief visit and hear how God is working through them in northern Italy. Contact anna.graber@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551.

ladies’ missionary luncheonCome enjoy food and fellowship while hearing about the lives of PCPC’s women missionaries who serve the Lord around the world, Wednesday, July 18, 12:00–1:30 pm, Oak Lawn West. The World Justice Shoppe will be open during the luncheon with products hand-made by at-risk women in Thailand and India. A suggested donation of $7 for lunch is welcomed. RSVP by Monday, July 16. Contact anna.graber@pcpc.org or 214-224-2551.

urban ministries

childcare volunteers neededVolunteers are needed at Union Gospel Mission and Center of Hope every Monday and Tuesday, 5:30—6:45 pm, to watch children four years and younger while their mothers are in parenting development classes. Contact Irenee O'Reilly, ioreilly@ugmdallas.org or 214-638-2988.

esl volunteers needed We need volunteers to build relationships and share the gospel with English-language learners. Teacher training is August 26 after church. We also need volunteers to minister the Gospel to the children of our ESL students during both the morning and evening sessions. Contact Elizabeth Cunningham with questions or to volunteer, esl@pcpc.org or 214-224-2528.

good samaritan ministryAre you looking for a way to be the hands and feet of Christ reaching out to those in need? Then join the Good Samaritan Ministry. This ministry provides assistance to non-PCPC members who are facing temporary financial difficulties. It is administered by the Good Samaritan Committee consisting of PCPC members. For more information, or to become a member of the Good Samaritan Committee, contact Chris Axley, caxley@lpc.com or 214-263-8174.

full-time job opportunityACT is seeking a Community Relations Liaison. This individual will be responsible for organizing, educating, counseling, and equipping local residents in fighting offending owners of drug houses and abandoned properties in order to reclaim crime-ridden neighborhoods. Contact Renee Gertson, rgertson@actdallas.org or 214-951-9151.

young families

summer spectacularAll rising first through fourth graders are invited to participate in the Summer Spectacular, Sundays, June 17—August 19, 11:00 am, Kidz Court. We will be unpacking the theme, Trusting God, throughout the summer through a variety of fun activities from games to worship. Remember, there is no Bible Explorers during the 9:30 am hour this summer. Summer Spectacular, at 11:00 am, is the only elementary Sunday school program during this time. Contact james.madden@pcpc.org or 214-224-2545.

song and storyToddlers, bring your mom for some wiggly-giggly, laugh-out-loud, reading and singing fun, Mondays, July 9–August 13, 10:45–11:30 am, Room 122. Bring a sack lunch and meet friends inside or outside on the playground. No RSVP needed. Contact amy.westervelt@pcpc.org or 214-224-2780.

student ministries

doulos leadership retreatThe Doulos leadership retreat is five sunny days of teaching, beaching, and leadership training in Galveston, TX, July 23–27. The trip is open to all incoming seventh to eighth grade students. Students must apply for this trip and applications are due by July 12. Those who are a part of this trip will be a part of a leadership team during the school year that will meet on a monthly basis and participate in various service opportunities. RSVP to kendall.hines@pcpc.org or 214-224-2768.

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calendarjuly

5–8/2 Truths of Grace, Thursdays, 10:00 am—12:00 pm, Oak Lawn West, 224-2771

8 Old Fashion Hymn Sing, 11:00 am–12:00 pm, Room 300, 224-2736

9–8/13 Song and Story, Mondays, 10:45-11:30 am, Room 122, 224-2780

10 Putt Putt (5th/6th), 7:00–9:30 pm, PCPC Hangout, 224-2762

11 What’s Up Wednesday, 7:00–10:00 pm, 7th & 8th Room, 224-2762

12 Movie Night (7th/8th), 6:30–8:30 pm, AMC Northpark 15, 224-2762

12–30 Youth Ministry Asia mission trips, Asia, 224-2766

15 Missionary Reception, 12:00 pm, Fellowship Hall, 224-2551

16 Hurricane Harbor (Middle School), 224-2762

17 Bowling Night (5th/6th), 7:00–9:30 pm, PCPC Hangout, 224-2762

18 Ladies’ Missionary Luncheon, 12:00–1:30 pm, Oak Lawn West, 224-2551

19 Bowling Night (7th/8th), 7:00–9:30 pm, PCPC Hangout, 224-2762

22–8/4 PCPC Family Camp, Sky Ranch at Ute Trail, 224-2762

23–27 Doulos leadership retreat (7th/8th), Galveston, TX, 224-2762

31 Main Event (5th/6th), 7:00–9:30 pm, PCPC Hangout, 224-2762

august

2 Main Event (7th/8th), 7:00–9:30 pm, PCPC Hangout, 224-2762

26 ESL teacher training, 224-2528

sunday worship

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

communion

Sundays, 8:00–9:00 amWednesdays, 5:30–6:00 pm

24/7 prayer hotline

214-224-2680 or 24/7prayer@pcpc.org

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births

Judah Jezreel Russell, son of Stephanie and Andrew Russell, on June 21, 2012

John Michael Benda, son of Lindsey and Parker Benda, on June 22, 2012

marriages

Wendy Holman and Wesley Rentz, on June 2, 2012

Trisha Michelle Verges and Michael Lynn Mobley, on June 16, 2012

Claire Sherwood Smith and David Wayne Mueller, on June 23, 2012

deaths

Richard Budlong, Jr., husband of Patsy Budlong, on June 27, 2012.

“In nature,we see God, as it were,

like the sun in a picture;in the law,

as the sun in a cloud;in Christ

we see Him in His beams;He being ‘the brightness

of His glory,and the exact image

of His person.’”—Stephen Charnock

putt puttFifth and sixth graders: What would summer be without a game of putt putt? Invite your friends and join us as we practice our putting skills, Tuesday, July 10, 7:00–9:30 pm, PCPC Hangout. Please bring $5 for putt putt, plus extra money for snacks. Drop off and pick up at PCPC Hangout. Contact lily.riemer@pcpc.org or 214-224-2762.

movie nightSeventh and eighth graders: Join us for movie night! We will watch the new movie Amazing Spider-Man, Thursday, July 12, 6:30–8:30 pm, AMC Northpark 15. Please bring money for your movie ticket and snacks (child tickets are $8). Drop off and pick up in front of the AMC Movie Theatre at Northpark Mall. Contact lily.riemer@pcpc.org or 214-224-2762.

hurricane harbor Middle schoolers: Don’t miss this amazing event on July 16. Visit www.pcpcmiddleschool.org for more information or contact lily.riemer@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)

bowling nightMiddle schoolers: Strike, spare, or gutter ball, bowling night is fun for all (that rhymes, by the way). Invite your friends and get ready for two exciting nights of bowling, Tuesday, July 17, 7:00–9:30 pm (for 5th & 6th), and Thursday, July 19, 7:00–9:30 pm (for 7th & 8th). Bring $15 for your bowling game and shoe rental; and don’t forget to bring your own socks! Drop off and pick up at the PCPC Hangout. Contact lily.riemer@pcpc.org or 214-224-2762.

main eventMiddle schoolers: We’re ending the summer with two game-filled nights at Main Event, Tuesday, July 31, 7:00–9:30 pm (for 5th & 6th), and Thursday, August 2, 7:00–9:30 pm (for 7th & 8th). We hope you can join us! Drop off and pick up at the PCPC Hangout. Bring $15 for the games. Contact lily.riemer@pcpc.org or 214-224-2762.

You’ve heard of the five Points. come rejoice in the one Point.

60+ Community Summer BiBle ConferenCeJuly 5, 12, 19, 26, & august 210:00 am–12:30 pmoak lawn West

rsvP 48 hours before each event. Questions? contact jane.beasley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2771

Our understanding of the Gospel is based on the great verities of the Christian faith. Join us for great music and in-depth teaching with Ron Williams as we unpack the foun-dational teachings about salvation. A light lunch is provided following the teaching.

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Vol. XXii, no. 14 | July 7, 2012

3 thinGs aBout MiCHAEL CARD: mark: the gospel of

passion is Michael’s lastest book, and is the basis of the upcoming Biblical Imagination conference. His creativity and clarity makes this work a must read for any biblical reader. You can purchase a copy at the PCPC Bookstore. Also, be sure to check out his other books in the PCPC library.

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He’s a published author of 23 books.

He’s got this whole recording artist thing.

biblical imagination conference

oCtoBer 19–21Park cities Presbyterian church

after 30 albums, 23 books, and thousands of concerts, michael has invited listeners and readers to honestly wrestle with the Bible, seeking to grasp the meaning of the text by way of the imagination to connect heart and mind. the Biblical imagination series is a decades-long convergence of his music, writing, and teaching ministry.

the Biblical imagination conference concludeswith a free concert on sunday night.

register at www.biblicalimagination.comQuestions? amy.tassos@pcpc.org