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VoL. XXI, No. 18 | SePtember 3, 2011

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DivorceCareWe invite those seeking help and healing for the hurt of separation and divorce. Join us Wednesdays, September 7–December 14, 7:00–8:30 pm, room 263. $15 for materials per semester (scholarships are available). Contact betty.montague@pcpc.org or 214-224-2683.

Celebrate the Lord's SupperWe will celebrate the Lord's Supper during all three services Sunday, September 11, 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 am. Contact jayne.bjork@pcpc.org or 214-224-2632.

Intro to PCPC class"Friendly and helpful" is how one person described their experience with our classes! So come and learn about PCPC's vision, purpose, ministries, service and fellowship opportunities, membership, and more. Join us Sundays, September 11–October 16, 9:30-10:30 am, room 107-109. Also, the church joining date will be Sunday, December 4. register at www.pcpc.org/registrations by Thursday, September 8. Contact debbie.blanton@pcpc.org or 214-224-2744.

Aging with Graceour guest speakers, Angela Thomas and Ben Pegues, will discuss how to age well and find good hospice care. Join us Sunday, September 18, 10:45 am, room 259. During Q & A you'll enjoy a light lunch. rSvP to jane.beasley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2771 by Wednesday, September 14.

Art+SpiritJoin us Tuesdays, September 20–November 15, 7:00–8:30 pm, oak Lawn West. These free studies in the comfortable environment of PCPC's oak Lawn West building will examine what it means to exist as an artist and a person of faith. Bring your sketchbook! register by Saturday, September 17 by contacting lawan.glasscock@pcpc.org or 214-224-2739.

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rUm4eo 2 Director of Facilities opening 2

Phe[nominal] middle school retreat 2

60+ Community bible conference 3

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Begins Tuesday, September 20 6:30–8:00 amwww.pcpc.org

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From the 20We're on our 20th—so hUDDLE UP with your PCPC family and enjoy live music, live videos on the Jumbotron, lots of kid games, table games for adults, and a delicious dinner from Mi Cocina. Join us Sunday, September 25, 4:30–8:00 pm, SMU—Gerald J. Ford Stadium. you'll also get to tour the new locker room and press box at the stadium. it's all free—but we do need a head count. So please let us know who is coming by choosing one of the following ways:

1. completing the two-question survey at www.pcpc.org

2. e-mailing us at fromthe20@pcpc.org3. calling us and leaving a message with your

name and numbers—214-224-2793Contact kari.stainback@pcpc.org or 214-224-2738.

The Knot—RUM4EOAre you made for each other? Come find out at The knot, a marriage seminar designed for dating and engaged couples. Join us friday, September 30, 6:00–9:00 pm–Saturday, October 1, 8:30 am–3:00 pm, oak Lawn West. you'll learn how to build a foundation for a satisfying and godly marriage. The cost is $30 per person. register at www.pcpc.org/registrations by Wednesday, September 28. Contact betty.montague@pcpc.org or 214-224-2683.

Director of Facilities and Property Management open positionWe have an open position for Director of Facilities and Property Management. view the job description. Let us know if you are interested and qualified, or know of someone who would be a great candidate. visit www.jobsatpcpc.org or contact careers@pcpc.org or 214-224-2714.

ESL/Urban Ministries needs clothesWe are collecting gently used coats, shoes, and school clothing for both children and adults. remember our students as you go through your closets to prepare for fall, as many of our students go without coats or warm clothing. Donations can be left at the information desk or on Sundays. Contact esl@pcpc.org.

Bookstore honors John StottJohn Stott (1921–2011), preacher, evangelist, and former rector of All Souls Church in London, influenced countless lives in his 90 years of life through his preaching, writing, and being. in honor of Stott's life the Bookstore will showcase some of his titles we have in stock. visit www.pcpcbookstore.org or contact amy.tassos@pcpc.org or 214-224-2740.

Missionary family needs home furnishingsA PCPC-supported missionary family returned to the U.S. for an extended home service and needs furnishings for their new home. if you have furniture you would like to donate, contact Lois varenkamp, lois_varenkamp@sall.com or 713-826-0989.

Tour Israel with Paul SettleTour old Testament sites in israel with our former pastor Paul Settle. he will lead a trip December 29, 2011-January 7, 2012. Along the way he will will provide daily insights into the remarkable ways God fulfilled in the lives of old Testament believers his promise to gather and sanctify a covenant people

"from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages," looking to that glorious day when he

"Himself will be with them as their God" (revelation 7:9; 21:1-3; Genesis 17:7). Contact Lewis young, lewis.young@rtbtours.com.

STUDEnT MiniSTriES

Phe[nominal]: Above and BeyondAll sixth–eighth graders, save the date for this year's fall retreat! We will head to Sky ranch camp in East Texas for a weekend of great teaching, fun games, and awesome adventures September 30–October 2. Go to www.pcpcmiddleschool.org to learn more and to register. Contact lily.riemer@pcpc.org or 214-224-2762.

Middle and high school Bible studiesThe fall semester is about to kick off and youth Bible studies will soon begin! Studies are scheduled to begin after labor Day, monday, September 5. if your child is not currently in a Bible study and is interested in a Bible study this fall semester, e-mail Lily riemer with his or her name, grade, and school. Contact lily.riemer@pcpc.org or 214-224-2762.

College Ministry small groupif you're a college student looking for a place to connect at PCPC, Ann and robby higginbottom are starting a weekly small group this fall. All college students are welcome. Contact robby.higginbottom@pcpc.org or 214-224-2731.

yoUnG FAMiLiES

Fall Musikgarten classes!Fall is the perfect time to start music lessons for your child! The PCPC Arts Academy's Musikgarten classes' group format provides a wonderful way for parents and children to bond and start building a solid musical foundation. Children ages birth–seven are welcome. Class descriptions and registration are online. visit www.pcpcartsacademy.org or contact frances.cope@pcpc.org or 214-224-2633.

"Grace and glory differ very little; the one is the seed, the other is the flower; grace is glory militant, glory is grace

triumphant."—Thomas Brooks

Births z reid Thomas cave son of Bess and

Aaron Cave, on August 12, 2011

Marriages z anna liesl Tanksley and Jonathan

Lee raikes on August 13, 2011

Sympathies z Heather and clif Squibb (CC#08)

on the loss of her grandmother; Joshua Nash (CC#08) on the loss of his great-grandmother, Beverly reed, on August 10, 2011

z mary flo and Dave ridley (CC#10) on the loss of her father, robert h. Squires, on August 12, 2011

z Sabrina and arvin combs (CC#06) on the loss of his father; rebecca and Jacob combs (CC#06) on the loss of their grandfather, Johnny Combs, on August 20, 2011

z Paul cornell (CC#19) on the loss of his father, W. C. "Duke" Cornell, on August 21, 2011

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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

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Children's and youth choirsAll children and teenagers, kindergarten–grade 12, are invited to grow in understanding more about music, singing, and worship by participating in a choir this fall. First rehearsals are Sunday, September 11 and Wednesday, September 14. Please preregister for all choirs. Contact lynda.fray@pcpc.org or 214-224-2636.

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Pray Firsthelp us pray for our church, families, and more. Join us monday, September 12, 12:00–12:30 pm, Parlor. We will also pray with and for you. you may also submit your prayer requests to us. Contact Phyllis Mabus, phyllismabus@me.com. or 214-363-1588.

Circle 5 meetingCircle 5 will have their September meeting. Join us Tuesday, September 20, 10:00 am, home of Peggy Skidmore, 7215 Stefani Dr. Contact Peggy Skidmore, pwskidmore@sbcglobal.net. or 214-361-4704.

Weathering Life's StormsSpeaker, Pauline Buisch, explores the topic of

"Weathering Life's Storms" with a look at David's flight from king Saul and his response in Psalm 57. All women in the north Texas Presbytery are invited to participate in this retreat at Grace Community Presbyterian Church friday, September 23, 5:00 pm–Saturday, September 24, 2:00 pm. register by contacting Dana kelley, danakelley@suddenlink.net or 903-517-5198, by Tuesday, September 13.

Dawson Women's Prison MinistryFall Bible study with inmates in the God Pod women's unit at Dawson State Jail meets on selected friday mornings through the school year. volunteers are welcome to join and lead small discussion groups and fellowship with the inmates. There is no advance study required, and you may join us as a guest volunteer without attending the TDCJ training class. Contact Selby harrison, csharrison@sbcglobal.net.

60+ CoMMUniTy

60+ Bible conferencesron Williams will lead us in a time of feasting on God's Word, singing praises to him, and enjoying great food and fellowship. Join us Thursday, September 15, 10:00 am–12:30 pm, oak Lawn West. Bring a friend! Breakfast snacks and lunch will be provided. rSvP to jane.beasley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2771 by Tuesday, September 13.

Caregiver support group lunch meetingJoin us for this time where we will support, encourage, and pray for those caring for ill or aging parents, a spouse, a child, or a friend. Join us Tuesday, September 20, 12:00 pm, oak Lawn West. Contact jane.beasley@pcpc.org or 214-224-2771.

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Men's Prayer GroupPastors will lead men in a study on the topic of listening, which will be based on the Sermon on the Mount. Join us Tuesdays, September 20–December 6, 6:30–8:00 am, Fellowship hall. register at www.pcpc.org/registrations by Tuesday, September 20. Contact lawan.glasscock@pcpc.org or 214-224-2739.

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September7–Dec 14 7:00–8:30 pm DivorceCare, Room 263, 224-2683

11 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 am Lord's Supper, Sanctuary, 224-263211–May 6 11:00 am–noon Ground School, Oak Lawn West, 224-274011–oct 16 Sundays, 9:30-10:30 am Intro to PCPC class, Room 107-109, 224-2744

12 12:00–12:30 pm Pray First, Parlor, 363-158814–Dec 7 Wednesdays, 5:30–6:45 pm midweek, PCPC, 224-2744

15 10:00 am–12:30 pm 60+ bible conferences, Oak Lawn West, 224-277118 10:45 am Aging with Grace, Room 259, 224-2771

20–nov 15 7:00–8:30 pm Art+Spirit, Oak Lawn West, 224-273920–Dec 6 6:30–8:00 am men's Prayer Group, Fellowship Hall, 224-2739

20 10:00 am Circle 5 meeting, 7215 Stefani Dr., 361-470420 12:00 pm Caregiver lunch meeting, Oak Lawn West, 224-277125 4:30–8:00 pm From the 20, SMU—Gerald J. Ford Stadium, 224-2738

30–oct 1 6:00–9:00 pm; 8:30 am–3:00 pm the Knot, Oak Lawn West, 224-268330–oct 2 Phe[nominal]: Above and beyond, Sky Ranch, 224-2762

October20 10:00 am–12:30 pm 60+ bible conferences, Oak Lawn West, 224-277122 8:30 am–1:00 pm Serving the City, Fellowship Hall, 224-2520

March24–Apr 1 Passion and the Promise Arts Festival, Fellowship Hall, 224-2739

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VoL. XXI, No. 18 | SePtember 3, 2011Baptisms, August 21, 2011

elias Paul DeBoerson of kacy and Davis DeBoer

eleanor Shea enrightdaughter of Laurie and Dan Enright

James Douglas Haigson of Lauren and Eric haig

luke ernest Stanleyson of kristin and Clayton Stanley

luke christopher Neilsonson of Mary Jane and Chris neilson

Jane ellen yergerdaughter of Jordan and Adams yerger

rosemary Samantha Whitedaughter of Susan and Jeff White

gear up

ground school begins sunday, september 1111:00 am–noon

Ground SchoolPatrick Lafferty and Tim Jeffress will teach what we believe in the PCA by looking at the Westminster Confession of Faith. Join us Sundays, September 11, 2011–may 6, 11:00 am–noon, oak Lawn West. This class is open to anyone in the church. Contact amy.tassos@pcpc.org or 214-224-2740.