CHILDREN - Park Cities Baptist Church

Park Cities Baptist Church
October 2008 • Volume 22, No. 10
ALL GOD’S
CHILDREN
Helping People Follow Jesus • pcbc.org

ALL GOD’S
CHILDREN
Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and
do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven
belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14
This issue of The Journal highlights what God is doing in the lives of
children. Park Cities Baptist provides numerous opportunities to help
children grow mentally, physically and spiritually. From an Upward
Basketball player learning the sport to the Bible-based teachings provided
for children, Park Cities nurtures the child from the moment they are born
through adulthood.
As a church, we’ll continue our commitment to love children, teach them
and strive to meet their needs. Take a moment to pray for all the children
who come to our campus “for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such
as these.”
LifeTime continues through November with
classes how to biblically manage your money
discipleship through a variety of women’s
interest groups achieving intimacy with God
what the Bible says about current issues
finding and utilizing your spiritual gifts.
You may find class descriptions at
www.pcbc.org/lifetime. Classes are on
Wednesdays from 6:30–7:30 p.m. unless
otherwise stated. No reservations are
required to attend any of the classes.
Childcare is available for birth through two
year olds by calling 214.860.1821 to make
a reservation. Children three through 6th
grade can participate in our ongoing music
and missions programs.
Pick a class and enrich your life!
Sunday, October 26, 4-6 PM on Villanova Street
Pony rides, entertainment, costumed characters, and decorated cars for trunk-or-treating!
No scary costumes! Candy donations of individually wrapped candy are appreciated and will be collected
during the month of October in marked collection boxes throughout the church.
Call the Childhood Education Office at 214.860.1560 for more info.
CONTENTS
The Childhood Years 4
The Teenage Years 6
Reaching Out to Kids in Our Community 8
PCBC Kids Ministering to Others 10
Mission Trips 12
Hurricane Relief Update 13
Family News 14
New Members 15
Calendar 16
Photography by Jim Magers
Living
with Loss
Grief Support Group
Wednesdays, Oct. 1–Nov. 5
6:30 pm, Room 201 West
This group offers hope and help for anyone who is experiencing
the pain and sorrow of losing a loved one. “Living with Loss”
explores the stories, emotions, questions, fears, and steps of
faith that accompany the journey, believing that God is more
than a God of surviving; He is a God of healing. Contact the
Pastoral Care Office, 214.860.1567.
Come join the Sanctuary
Choir and lift HIM up in
song and praise. You do
not need a trained voice
and ALL are welcome.
We meet in the Choral Hall
on Wednesday at 6:45 p.m.
Child care is provided.
The Power of a Praying Parent
by Stormie Omartian
“Pour out your heart like water before the face of the Lord.
Lift your hands toward Him for the life of your young children.”
Lamentations 2:19
Join this email group of parents and grandparents who will
commit to pray for their children and grandchildren using this
book. You will receive one assignment email per
week and we will pray through the chapters
together. The start date is October 20th. Purchase
books in the church library starting October 5th.
Contact Elizabeth Knight at ewknight@pcbc.org
or 214.860.1542 to sign up.
Schedule your
donations for
the rest of 2008.
E-Giving offers:
• Automatic scheduling options (one time, weekly, biweekly,
monthly and quarterly)
• Online receipts confirming your amount and giving designation
• Online reports track your online giving for a 13 month period
• Status reports on your online gift
• E-Giving Donation Calculator
• Safe and convenient method of giving through credit cards or
bank drafts
www.pcbc.org/give
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the
CHILDHOOD
years
From the moment they are born, children observe and learn,
soaking in everything around them. Providing a safe, happy,
Christian learning environment for every child is the purpose of
the Childhood Ministry, which includes children birth through
sixth grade.
In the summer, PCBC provides numerous camps for children
from all across the community. The camps include the popular
DaySprings Day Camp at Bill Bates Ranch in McKinney, Texas, and
sports camps such as basketball, flag football, soccer and tennis.
In addition, there are art, cooking and dance camps which all
reinforce the growth of the whole child.
A place where both parent and child can come, the PCBC Library
provides a place for mental growth through books, videos and
dvds. The Library hosts several events throughout the year such
as a Spring Book/Author Event, Summer Reading Club for
Children, Autumn Library Awareness and a Winter Holiday
Open House.
The goal of Mother’s Day Out (MDO) is to provide a safe, happy,
Christian learning environment for preschool age children when
they are at our church. MDO teaches eight general concepts:
God, Jesus, the natural eorld, Bible, self, others, family and church.
Mother’s Day Out is open to children birth–2 years.
Mother’s of Preschoolers, MOPS, is open to mother of preschool
age children. It is an open, caring, and accepting atmosphere
where women can come together to share this important season
of life.
For more information, go to our website at www.pcbc.org or call
the Childhood Office at 214.860.1560.
Our church will continue to love
and support its children with Biblebased
teaching. Meeting the needs
of the child and his/her family is
our focus because the children are
the future of the this church.
Our programs enable children to explore, discover, create
and construct by involving their senses in an array of ageappropriate
opportunities. Teaching from a biblically-based
curriculum, we strive to develop in each child positive attitudes
toward God, Jesus, the Bible, self, others, the natural world,
family and church. The goal is to establish a foundation for faith
upon which all of life can be built.
Sunday School is the primary ongoing program for children’s
Bible teaching. Each week, committed Christian adults teach
biblical principles and their application through the active
learning vehicles of Bible Study and group times.
Mission education is another important weekly program for
our children. Through Royal Ambassadors, Girls in Action and
Mission Friends, boys and girls learn how God’s love is shared
around the world and how they can share His love at home.
Children’s Choirs are a place where children can learn more
about music and sing of God’s love. Children are given
opportunities to develop through listening, singing, moving,
playing instruments, and learning songs and hymns each week
in choir.
Throughout the year, there are many other programs for
children to help promote spiritual, mental and physical growth.
Marty Lewis, Minister to Children
At Park Cities, we believe in children! Our mission is to grow children in the nurture and admonition
of the Lord. We are excited when children come to know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. We
partner with parents and caring adults to surround children with God’s love in a fun and stimulating
environment.
Preschoolers and children are taught God’s Word in an age-appropriate manner. This means that
children will learn at their own age and developmental level with other children their own age. Classes
for children involve a mix of fun activities for all ages. Activities in the classroom are designed to point to
the Bible Story being taught that day! Everything a child does in Sunday School reinforces a Bible truth
for that day.
Our teachers, leaders and workers provide hours of volunteer ministry to lead children to Jesus. Our children’s teachers are the
very best because they truly care about teaching children. Sunday School is offered at the 9:20 and 10:50 hours. Kindergartners
enjoy Worship Explorers at either hour. Worship Explorers teaches the joy of worship to the child. Kindergartners participate in
worship experiences that are fun, meaningful and friendly. Children in grades one through six enjoy Sunday School one hour and
attend worship with their family the other hour.
Wednesday nights are filled with fun and learning. Children’s Choir begins at 5:30 p.m. Children from age 2 through 6th grade
learn music and worship in fun ways that lead to worship and praise. At 6:30 p.m., children grow in Missions through Mission
Friends (for preschoolers), Royal Ambassadors (for boys), and Girls in Aaction (for girls). Learning about missionaries and
performing mission action allows children to serve others in the name of Jesus. Do not let your children miss choir or missions on
Wednesday evenings.
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For new Christians, we offer the Welcome To God’s Family class. This is offered monthly to children who make a profession of
faith in Jesus Christ. The course teaches children about service, prayer, quiet times, baptism and the Lord’s Supper.
We have many seasonal events which include Trunk or Treat, Vacation Bible School, Fish Camp, Spring Children’s Retreat
and Advent Art Contest. In the future look for A Mission for Every Child, a missions and fun event for grade school children
held in the Spring. As we move into PreTeen Ministry, look for a Fall Retreat just for 6th graders next year. Also, in the next year,
the world comes to Park Cities as we learn about missions and service opportunities all around us—from down the street to
around the world. Watch for an Acts 1:8 ministry for children and their teachers in our area.
You can feel the excitement in Children’s Ministry! Whether you look into Weekday Preschool or Mother’s Day Out, Sunday School,
Wednesdays or events offered all during the year, there is a place for your child and you. Explore the possibilities in Children’s
Ministry at Park Cities. Call 214.860.1560 for more details.
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THE
TEENAGE YEARS
The teenage years are full of intense change and a wide range of emotions. The
PCBC Youth Ministry exists to reach students for Christ, help them connect with
each other, grow in their faith, honor Christ, and serve others—Helping Students
Follow Jesus. On Sunday and Wednesday there are weekly opportunities for
students to be involved with a Bible Study and other activities.
On Sundays, the junior high students, comprised of over 100, 7th and 8th graders,
combine in “The Pit” down in the Activities Basement for fun, games, videos, and
small group Bible Study from 10:50 a.m.–Noon. It’s a place where you can truly
have a blast as you grow in your faith!
Also on Sundays, about 200 high school students and leaders meet on the 3rd floor
of the Community Life Center in “The Loft” for an opening time, and then meet in
small groups for Bible Study and fellowship from 10:50 a.m.–Noon.
Join 7th through 12th grade students for Youth Choir and a fun time of singing,
worshipping, and becoming leaders of worship as they prepare to sing in services,
participate in mission work at home and around the country. Youth Choir meets on
the 3rd floor of the Community Life Center in “The Loft” at 1:30 p.m. on Sundays.
There’s something special for students on Wednesdays, too!
For a mid-week break from the rigors of school and extra curricular activities,
students also meet on Wednesday nights for both Extreme and Cross Walk.
Extreme is for Junior High students (7th–8th) and meets in “The Pit” in the
Activities Building Basement from 7:15–8:30 p.m. Extreme is a time of fun, video,
skits, games, music, Bible teaching, and giveaways!
Join over 100 high school students (9th–12th) for worship with a full band, where
critical issues are tackled from a biblical perspective during Cross Walk in “The
Loft” on the 3rd Floor of the Community Life Center from 7:15–8:30 p.m.
Throughout it all, the Student Ministry is here to serve students and their families.
Checkout the website at www.pcbcstudents.org for upcoming events, some
great links to what your students are hearing and learning, fabulous resources for
students and parents, prayer requests and more!
Nate Merrill, Minister to Students
PCBC’s Student Ministry is based upon relationships. That begins with our relationship with God. Our
first priority is to challenge every student to continually be growing in his or her relationship with God.
We structure all of our programs around that priority, whether that is Sunday Morning Bible Study,
Wednesday nights, Discipleship, Retreats, or Lock-ins! Secondly, we want PCBC to be a place where our
students can build relationships with other students and to be encouraged and equipped by our adult
leadership team.
Our personal relationship with God should be fun and exciting. It is important to me that, whether a
student is having the best day or the worst day, we are able to walk along side of that student, always leading him or her closer to
Christ. Our commitment is to teach God’s Word and live and love by Christ’s example. My daily prayer for PCBC’s Student Ministry
is this prayer of Christ:
“That they may all be one; even as You, Father, are in Me and I in You, that they also may be in us, so that the world
may believe that You sent Me. The glory which You have given Me I have given to them, that they may be one, just
as We are one; I in them and You in Me, that they may be perfected in unity, so that the world may know that You
sent Me, and loved them, even as You have loved Me.” John 17:21–23
In addition to our regular Sunday and Wednesday activities, we have Refuge (creative Student Worship Service) the first
Wednesday of each month (remaining 2008 dates: November 5, December 3), D-Now is January 30–February 1, 2009, and Thee
Camp is June 29–July 3, 2009. Be on the lookout as we approach the spring for a small group discipleship component to our
student ministry on Sunday evenings.
Please let us know if there is anything that we can ever do for you or your student. We are here to serve you! To contact the
Student Ministry, please call 214.860.1575.
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Reaching Out
to the Kids in
our Community
Following our command by Christ to go into our
communities and tell and show others about
Christ, Park Cities Baptist Church participates
in numerous outreach programs for children in
our community. Reaching out in various ways,
volunteers are the hands and feet of Jesus to
people in our community.
The mission of PCBC’s work in the Vickery area of
Dallas, located between Greenville Avenue, Park
Lane, Northwest Highway, and Skillman Road, is
to build relationships and meet needs in order to
share the love of Christ and engage people from
Vickery in worship and Bible study at PCBC. Every
ministry in Vickery seeks to share Christ’s love.
How will you serve?
Ministry Opportunities in Vickery
Amigos de Dios
Families from Vickery are now regularly attending a bi-lingual
worship service and Bible Study at PCBC. Numerous individuals
have been baptized and have joined PCBC. Sam Silva, working
with PCBC through Buckner, pastors and leads this group, Amigos
de Dios, and works to continue the growth of this part of PCBC
through the ministries in Vickery.
God is at work. We hope you will be involved with us in what God is
doing in Vickery!
KIDS HOPE Mentoring
Build a caring relationship with one child helping with school work
and having fun. Kids Hope USA is a national program brought to
PCBC in partnership with Buckner. The time commitment is one
hour a week during the school day on the same day each week
throughout the school year, September–May, at Dan D. Rogers
Elementary, Lovers Lane and Abrams. For more information, please
contact Lorri Lamberth: 214.860.3940, llamberth@buckner.org.
PCBC’s After School Enrichment Program at
Jack Lowe Elementary
Park Cities Baptist’s After School Enrichment Program began
in January, 2007 at Jack Lowe Elementary School in the Vickery
neighborhood. PCBC provides tutoring and enriching activities for
students in the third through fifth grades from 3–6 p.m. Tuesdays,
Wednesdays, and Thursdays during the school year. Volunteers are
needed to help with homework and help children with enriching
activities, such as sports and games, arts and crafts, computer
work, and music.
Volunteers commit to the amount of time reasonable for them
between 3–6 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and/or Thursdays
during the school year. The greatest need is during homework
time, 3-4:15 p.m. at Jack Lowe, Sr. Elementary, near Park Lane and
Greenville Avenue. For more information, please contact Amy
Pennell: 214.860.1526, apennell@buckner.org.
Cool Kids Live! Family Workshops
Help host Cool Kids Live! Family Workshops that include a dinner
for families, a parenting workshop, a children’s workshop, and a
family activity. The time commitment is two hours on a weeknight,
6–8 p.m., choose to host as many workshops as you wish, choose
from two workshops in the Fall and four workshops in the Winter
and Spring at Dan D. Rogers Elementary, Lovers Lane and Abrams;
Jack Lowe, Sr. Elementary, near Greenville Avenue and Park Lane.
Lorri Lamberth and Amy Pennell, through our partnership with
Buckner, are coordinating our efforts and working within the
community to build alliances and mobilize PCBC in Vickery.
Contact Lorri at llamberth@buckner.org and Amy Pennell at
apennell@buckner.org for more information on how to serve.
Buckner Wellness Center
A ministry of Buckner Children and Family Services in the
Rosemont Apartment Complex, the Buckner Wellness Center has a
need for after school tutors on Monday through Thursday from 4–5
p.m., Bible Study Teachers for children on Monday–Thursday from
5–6 p.m. Contact: Maria Pacheco at 214.706.6959.
Brother Bill’s Helping Hand
Enriching the lives of men, women and children in the community
of West Dallas by empowerment through learning, encouragement
through relationships, and ensuring the essentials of life.
Volunteers are needed for Kids Craft Time for preschoolers while
their mothers pickup groceries in the weekly grocery store on
Wednesdays/Thursdays from 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Volunteers
are also needed on Wednesdays from 4–5 p.m. to help 4th & 5th
graders at Martinez Learning Center learn life skills such as respect,
honor and responsibility. In addition, volunteers are needed on
Fridays from 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. to help with the Children’s
Clothing Center and Family Shoe Store. Contact: Melissa Lopez
at 214.638.2196.
Buckner Children and Family Services
Buckner Children & Family Services of Dallas combines 120 years
of experience servicing the community through partnerships with
churches, businesses, community organizations, and individuals to
meet the needs of children and families across our community.
Volunteers are needed to plan and sponsor fun activities with the
children such as pizza parties, movies, games, ice cream parties,
Bible Studies, etc. Contact: Megan Bunyard at 214. 328.3141.
Volunteers are needed to help process, sort and pack new shoes
and socks for orphans in 60 countries for “Shoes for Orphan Souls”
on Monday–Saturday from 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. and 1:30–4:30 p.m.
Contact: Eushunda Kennedy 214.367.8080 opt. 2.
Cornerstone Baptist Church
Church and community ministries reaching South Dallas through
ESL, literacy, homeless ministry, children’s Bible activities, serving
senior citizens and humanitarian aid.
Volunteers are needed to help with Bible Study, recreation, fun and
lunch for children K–6 grade in Backyard Bible Clubs. 1st and 5th
Saturdays of each month 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Contact: Larry Richardson
214.969.9321 ext. 225.
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Mary Frances Stephens with a friend in Guatemala.
PCBC
KIDS
ministering
to others
Jesus tells us in Matthew 28:19–20, “Therefore go and make
disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father
and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey
everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you
always, to the very end of the age.”
Our children are taking this verse to heart and going out into the
community to share the Gospel. From sports camp at Jack Lowe
Elementary to mini Vacation Bible Schools at Cornerstone Church
to trips to Guatemala and throughout the state of Texas, PCBC
children are making a difference.
To find out more ways to serve in the community, call the Missions
Office at 214.860.1537 or go to www.pcbc.org/missions.
Lakeview Retreat Center, Waxahachie, TX
Join dozens of PrimeTimers and Boomers (anyone over 50) for the
most incredible week of the year—our annual PrimeTime Retreat.
Dr. Russell Dilday will be our Bible teacher and James Martin will
lead our music. Wednesday afternoon speakers will be Dr. Ed
Spann (“Presidential Praise: America’s Presidents and Their Favorite
Hymns”) and Joy Davis (“Lady Liberty”). The Levee Singers will
present our special Wednesday evening “50’s Night” concert.
Brochures are available in PrimeTime Sunday School Departments
and the PrimeTime Office. This will be an incredible retreat!
Register now!
Cost: $140 per person for double occupancy, $195 for single
occupancy. $50 per person deposit is required with your
reservation. See the brochure for additional information.
Call the 50+ Office at 214.860.1533.
Katie Erin Sanders has been named the 2008 recipient
of the Bob Floyd Scholarship. Presented annually to a
graduating senior who attends PCBC and plans to attend
Baylor University, the award honors Bob Floyd, who was a
long-time member and teacher at PCBC.
Luke Hockett with a buddy in Guatemala.
Katie graduated from Forney High School where she was
second in her class of 330. She was very active in her
high school and also at Park Cities. She was involved in
Daysprings Day Camp, Fish Camp, Vacation Bible School, a
teacher in pre-kindergarten Sunday School Class and played
the piano for a Kindergarten Sunday School Class as well as
the Children’s Orchestra.
Visit the PCBC photo gallery!
www.pcbc.org/photos
Luke and Caleb Powell cook out with a friend at the
Cornerstone Apartments.
Maribeth Punjak helps a friend with an art project at the
Cornerstone Apartments.
Members of the Selection Committee (back row, from left to right) are Bob
Thompson, Jon White, Michael Taylor, C.W. Beard and Ben Murphy. On the front
row are (left to right) Katie Sanders and daughter of Bob Floyd, Susan Frymire.
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Mission Trips
Based on Mathew 28:18–20, the missions
ministry of Park Cities Baptist Church exists
to engage our church family in ministries
beyond our campus that accomplish God’s
commission to make disciples of all nations.
There are some exciting trips planned, so
take a look and call the Missions Office at
214.860.1537 with any questions.
Kenya
December 3–13, 2008
Christmas with the Baptist Children’s Center of Nairobi and delivery
of humanitarian aid. Cost: $2450 (land cost) + Airfare (approx.
$1500-2000): Land cost is all-inclusive: all meals, lodging-based
on double occupancy, insurance, interpreters, bottled water,
sightseeing, etc.
Deadlines: Buckner mission trip application due with a $250
non-refundable deposit by September 5.
Contact: Susan Williams at Buckner International 214.388.1442,
Melissa Riley 214.720.2119 or the Mission’s Office at 214.860.1537.
Guatemala
February 12–21, 2009 (with option to go to
Lake Atitlan February 21–23)
Orphan Ministry, community outreach with churches in
Jocotenango and Alotenango, work with the Luis Palau
organization to help distribute flyers for the March Palau Festival,
and deliver humanitarian aid. Cost: TBD. Contact: Wendy Hansen
at 214.363.4965 or the Mission’s Office at 214.860.1537.
March 7–15, 2009
Community outreach in conjunction with the Luis Palau Festival,
orphan ministry and humanitarian aid. Cost: TBD. Contact: Mission’s
Office at 214.860.1537.
March 13–20, 2009
Follow up from the Luis Palau Festival follow up, orphan ministry
and community outreach. Cost: TBD. Contact: Mission’s Office
at 214.860.1537.
August 1–8, 2009
Family Mission Trip: Ministries to orphans, community outreach,
church planting, and support. Cost: TBD. Contact: Mission’s Office
at 214.860.1537.
HURRICANE
RELIEF
UPDATE
Park Cities Baptist Church has implemented
the following plan to help meet the needs of
those devastated by Hurricanes Dolly, Gustav
and Ike. This includes evacuees in metroplex
shelters, our brothers and sisters in South
Texas and our sister churches in Cuba. In
response to that call, there are several ways
you may help:
• Park Cities Baptist Church Disaster Relief Offering:
Contributions given through our church will be used to fund the
following needs:
- North Texas Food Bank: Meals for evacuees in local shelters.
- Recovery efforts in South Texas colonias: Food and construction
materials for damaged homes.
- Recovery efforts in the Galveston Area: Feeding and emergency
assistance through the Texas Baptist Men, clean out and repair
at FBC Galveston and financial assistance for displaced pastors and
church staffs. Many local churches in the area will not be
operational for weeks to come and have lost the ability to pay
their pastors and staff.
- Relief efforts in Cuba: Food, clothing, medicines and
reconstruction of damaged or destroyed homes. The US State
Department announced this week that they will be suspending
the ban on direct aid to Cuba through December 5, 2008 in
response to Hurricanes Gustav and Ike. PCBC, through our ministry
partner East West Ministries, has been given permission to send
significant aid to the island of Cuba. This is an unprecedented
opportunity for our church.
During the coming weeks as we understand more opportunities
for ministry service available to our church family, we will report
these opportunities and recommendations for financial assistance
and service.
Contributions should be designated for “disaster relief”.
• PCBC Shower/Laundry Unit: Volunteers are needed to go for one
to four days to help with the PCBC Laundry/Shower Unit in League
City (between Houston and Galveston). No previous experience
necessary and on-site training is provided. If you are interested
in volunteering, please contact Stan Knight at 214.674.5940. If
you would like to donate supplies such as liquid detergent, fabric
softener, shampoo and body wash, you may bring your donations
to the Missions Office.
• Volunteer Center of North Texas serving evacuees in local
shelters: The Dallas-Fort Worth area shelters still house evacuees
who will need emergency supplies and care. Volunteers are needed
in local shelters and a variety of agencies and locations.
- Go to www.volunteernorthtexas.org (or call 1.866.797.8268)
- Click on the Hurricane Ike Relief Assistance Block (it will take you
to the volunteer background and volunteer application forms)
- Complete the Volunteer Center Background Form by downloading
the PDF form.
- Email the completed background form to the address on the
application: volunteerme@volunteernorthtexas.org or fax the
form to 214.821.8716
- Open and complete the Volunteer application (third paragraph)
to complete the process. It will be automatically forwarded to the
Volunteer Center of North Texas.
In addition, forms are available in the PrimeTime and
Missions Offices.
• Donate Blood: Call 1.800.Give.Life to make an appointment
through the Red Cross of Dallas or https://www.givelife.org/index.cfm
to schedule your appointment (appointments must be scheduled).
• Pray:
- That God will redeem the circumstances and suffering caused by
these disasters.
- About where God would have you volunteer.
- For those serving through Texas Baptist Men disaster relief
ministries; especially for our church’s laundry/shower unit serving
in the Galveston area.
- For safety and God’s provision for everyone involved in relief efforts.
- For the phone systems to stay operational.
- For the waters to recede quickly.
- That the nation will see the church as emergency responders who
care deeply and are prepared to stand with local, state and federal
emergency response efforts with unconditional love and service,
- The Church will share the hope of Jesus Christ in every situation by
being the arms of love and compassion.
• Links to helpful information:
- City of Dallas: www.dallascityhall.com
- FEMA: http://www.fema.gov/hazard/hurricane/index.shtm
- Texas Baptist Men: www.texasbaptistmen.org
- Texas Online.com Emergency Portal:
www.TexasOnline.com/emergency/eng
- Texas Department of Transportation Hurricane Information:
http://www.txdot.gov/travel/hurricane.htm
For more information, go to www.pcbc.org/hurricane or
contact the Missions Office at 214.860.1537.
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FAMILY NEWS
Members of PCBC Who Have Cancer:
[names added with permission of person or family]Martie Craig, Betty
Pollard, Darla Hollingshead, John Phillips, Linda Alexander (wife of
Hilton), Hallie Benefield, Joseph Cowen, Ray Emmons, Linda McDaniel,
Barbara Bowling, Louise Kendall, Mary Beth Alexander, Robin Glazener
Mueller, Doris Walters.
Relatives and Friends of PCBC Who Have Cancer:
Milton Cunningham, father of Miller Cunningham, Mary Beth
Gumm, sister of Linda Baker, Karrie Hardin, sister-in-law of Ginger
Cunningham, Chuck Eubanks, brother-in-law of Pike Wisner, Barbara
Lohman, sister of Franklyn Thiebaud, Steve Holt, cousin of Anita March,
Leroy Yarbrough, father-in-law of Danny Howell, Bill Flesner and Pam
Colley, friends of Brent Howell, John Harris, nephew of Cecilia Duren,
Ivan Lewis, brother of Mary Alice Deen, Claire Schoeneck, friend of
Joan Butcher, Madison McWilliams, niece of Elaine and Brad Tate,
Clara Morris, friend of Patricia and Jerry Bunch, Susan Hemingway,
friend of Sandra Standefer, Archie Cook, brother of Leroy Cook, Patty
Dye, friend of Carolyn and Bill Robbins, Kim Gilamore, friend of Boyd
Grimes, Dale Peace and Grace Osteen, friends of George McGlamory,
Dick Waggoner, in-law of Paula and Ron Stephenson, Oscie Perkins,
uncle of Judy Collins, Kyle Drott, nephew of Katy Brown, Jerry Ekes,
brother of Minni Elkins, Jo Placensio and Kathy Bjorklund, friend of
Dru Reed, Steve Newport, friend of Bob Feather, Deen Wier, sister-inlaw
of Lowayne Gooch, Charles Hendricks, brother-in-law of Paula
Stephenson, Vivian Renninger, mother of Sandra Cordova, Mary
Helen Bridges, sister of Loreta Craig, Ginette Mizrahi, friend of Ben
Baber, Bren Jones, daughter-in-law of Barbara and Larry Jones, David
Schafroth, father of Lisa Sooter.
Congratulations To:
Steve and Susan Thompson, Yanof Class, had Andrew James Thompson
on May 21, 2008. 9641 Fieldcrest Dr., Dallas, TX 75238
Daniel and Gloria Cooley, members, had Eleanor Grace “Ella” Cooley on
August 12, 2008. 5445 Preston Oaks Rd., Apt. #729, Dallas, TX 75254
Kelli and Lee Wagner, Yanof Class, on the birth of William Lee,
September 15, 2008. 5519 Druid Lane, Dallas, TX 75209
Catherine and Philip Lamb, members, on the birth of Cooper Clements,
September 16, 2008. 601 Shoreview Drive, Rockwall, TX 75087
Stephanie and Jon Schaeffer, McCullough/Kelemen Class, on the birth
of Knox Turner, September 17, 2008. 16203 Dalmalley Lane, Dallas, TX
75248
Best Wishes To:
Michelle Leigh Mayberry and Justin Charles Zukoff, on their marriage,
August 30, 2008.
Erika Leigh Fisher and Stuart Linn Hafner, on their marriage, September
6, 2008.
Jennifer Pettit and William Ketchel, on their marriage, September 20,
2008.
Alice Keen, nm, mother of Merikay Green (Duke Presley Class), passed
away on Saturday, August 30, 2008. PCBC family: daughter, Merikay
Green (Jack), 3710 Holland Ave., #2, Dallas, TX 75219, 214.522.6100.
Larry R. Lassiter, member, passed away on Wednesday, July 14, 2004.
Dee Cochran, nm, cousin of Stacy Notley (John Myers Class), passed
away on Friday, August 29, 2008. PCBC family: cousin, Stacy Notley
(Sandi), 7309 Campbell Road, Dallas, TX 75248, 972.991.6701.
Jacquelyn Gettier, nm, mother of Susan Lucas Hudnall (member),
passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2008. PCBC family: daughter,
Susan Lucas Hudnall (Mickey), and grandchildren, Morgan and Mason
Hudnall, 14342 Valley Hi Circle, Dallas, TX 75234, 214.292.9603.
Deborah Cooper, member, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2008.
PCBC family: sister, Joni Kuhn, 5305 Mariners Drive, Plano, TX 75093,
972.985.0721.
Linda Battles, member, passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2008.
PCBC family: husband, Richard Battles, 6021 E. University Blvd.,
Apt. 202, Dallas, TX 75206, 214.363.5204.
Archie Kirk, nm, father of Tammy Williams (Grade 6B Late Teacher),
passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2008. PCBC family: daughter,
Tammy Williams (Doug), and grandchildren, Colton and Peyton, 9511
Winding Ridge Drive, Dallas, TX 75238, 214.553.8241.
Laura Watson, nm, mother of Verdell Krisher (member, teaches “Living
with Loss”), passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2008. PCBC
family: daughter, Verdell Krisher (Bill), 5915 Overdowns, Dallas, TX
75230, 214.369.2268; grandson, David Davis (Shelley), and greatgrandchildren,
Brittany, Will, and Sara Beth, 10129 Ivygate Circle, Dallas,
TX 75238, 214.348.5908; and grandson, Stephen Davis (Cristina) and
great-grandchildren, Taylor and Blake, 10029 Shadyview Drive, Dallas,
TX 75238, 214.342.0094.
Frank Peters, nm, brother of Carole Sample (Floyd’s Faithfuls), passed
away on Sunday, September 7, 2008, in Newnan, GA. Services will be
on Saturday in Georgia. PCBC family: sister, Carole Sample (Rusty),
3001 Apple Valley Drive, Garland, TX 75043, 972.278.6087.
Gordon Scoper, Floyd’s Faithfuls, passed away on Thursday, September
11, 2008. Services are planned for Saturday, September 13, 2008, at
10:00 a.m. in Ellis Chapel, with a reception following in Ellis Parlor.
PCBC family: Kathryn Scoper, 3623 Amber Hills Drive, Dallas, TX 75287,
972.307.1914.
Brandon “Boogie” Blackwell, 10th Grade Boys, passed away on Tuesday,
September 16, 2008. PCBC family: parents, Sue and Pryor Blackwell
and sister, Peyton, 3600 Beverly Drive, Dallas, TX 75205, 214.521.1925.
Grandparents are Fifi and Rebel Blackwell (Floyd’s Faithfuls), 8523
Thackery St., Apt. 4103, Dallas, TX 75225, 214.691.3792.
September 8, 2008, in Midland. PCBC family: husband, Bobby
Dudley, 5208 Bryant Irvin Road, Apt. 1142, Ft. Worth, TX 76132.
Juanita Bailey, misc., former Director of Brother Bill’s Helping Hand,
passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2008. Services are planned
for 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at Oak View
Baptist Church, 1004 S. Story Rd., Irving, Texas 75060, 972.790.3629.
She did not have PCBC family.
Mildred Tate, nm, aunt of Erlece Allen (International Department),
passed away on Monday, September 22, 2008. PCBC family:
niece Erlece Allen, 7607 Rolling Acres Drive, Dallas, TX 75248,
972.661.3925.
Rod Miles, nm, grandfather of Deanya Kueckelhan (Single Friends),
passed away on Friday, September 19, 2008, in Denison. PCBC
family: granddaughter, Deanya Kueckelhan, 6211 W. Northwest
Highway, #236, Dallas, TX 75225, 214.802.3989.
By Statement/Letter:
Molly Babilla
Beau Berman
Shannon Berman
Claude Blackwell
Debbie Blackwell
Brad DeJean
Baylie DeJean
Matthew Gallo
Analiz Gonzalez
Allen Hayes
Kerry Hayes
Ted Hill
Carrie Hill
Kateann Kleinman
Walt Louis
Megan Louis
Michelle Malone
Glenn Martin
Mimi Martin
Madison Martin
Allison McKimmey
Jamelle “JJ” Pepper
Michael Richmond
Paula Richmond
Carol Schmoker
Jarred Schremmer
Rachel Simpson
Diane Sparks
Diane Thrasher
Vail Thrasher
Dain Tolbert
Glenn Wiebe
Alanna Wiebe
Lloyd Wiede
Amy Wiede
Yoo Yoon
Eun Ju “June” Yoon
Monte Cooper*
Claire Cooper*
Keith Dunkin*
Mandi Yadav*
For Baptism:
Terry Babilla
Travis Bell
Tanner Etheridge
Anne Marie Sitton
Stephanie Stevens
Tiffany Crass*
Manav Yadav*
*not pictured
PCBC
Discovery
Class
Sunday, October 19, 10:50 a.m.– Noon
Deacon’s Parlor (behind the Sanctuary)
This monthly informal class is for new members and people considering
membership. Explore the values, purposes and beliefs of PCBC with
Rodney Schell, Executive Pastor.
Call Ann Roberts at 214.860.1540 for more details.
NEW MEMBERS
Amber Jessee and Dylan Timbrell, on their marriage, October 4, 2008.
James “Jim” Boyter, member, passed away on May 12, 2008. He did not
have PCBC family.
In Sympathy For: [nm = nonmember]
Rex Arden Sebastian, member, passed away on Thursday, August 28,
2008. He did not have PCBC family.
Susan Frances Dudley, member, passed away on Monday,
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CALENDAR
October
22, 15, 29 Living with Loss Grief Support Group: This group offers
hope and help for anyone who is experiencing the pain and sorrow
of losing a loved one. Contact Pastoral Care at 214.860.1567.
12 Q&A with Dr. Denison on “The Shack” by William P. Young:
Followed by book signings with Dr. Jim Denison and his book Wrestling
with God: How Can I Love a God I’m Not Sure I Trust? and Janet Denison’s
book, Content to Be Good, Called to be Godly; What To Do When Your Life
Is Full, But Your Soul Is Empty? Contact Elizabeth Knight at
ewknight@pcbc.org or 214.860.1542.
26 Trunk or Treat: Families, mark your calendars for our annual Trunkor
Treat, Sunday, October 26, from 4–6 p.m. on Villanova behind the
church. This year’s event will feature pony rides, entertainment, costumed
characters, and of course decorated cars for trunk-or-treating! Don’t forget
a bag for candy collecting. Costumes are welcome, but no scary costumes
please! Candy donations of individually wrapped candy are appreciated and
will be collected during the month of October in marked collection boxes
throughout the church..
19 Dallas Baptist Association Annual Meting: 4:00 p.m. at PCBC. Annual
Business Session: 4:00–4:50 p.m. Exhibits open from 4:45–5:30 p.m.
Worship Celebration in the Sanctuary for Adults: 5:30–7:30 p.m., featuring
Reggie McNeal, National leader on church ministry and effectiveness and
Dr. Howard E. Anderson, Sr., Pastor of the “Exciting” Singing Hills Baptist
Church. Student Rally in the Great Hall for Grades 7th–12th, led by Wes
Hamilton, Teaching Pastor of Lake Pointe Church and well-known youth
speaker. Children’s Event in the Gym for grades 1st–6th. EXTREME BLAST
with Tim Allen, founder—music, group interaction, high energy fun for
children. Preschool Care for birth–kindergarten by reservation only.
Please call 214.319.1153. For more info, email annualcelebration@dba.net
or call 214.324.2803
19 PCBC Membership Discovery: 10:50 a.m.–Noon, in the Deacon’s Parlor
(behind the Sanctuary). This monthly informal class is for new members
and people considering membership. Explore the values, purposes and
beliefs of PCBC with Rodney Schell, Executive Pastor. Call Ann Roberts at
214.860.1540 for more details.
22 Impressions Class: 6:30–8:30 p.m., in Collins 109. New and expecting
parents are invited to attend this informative class on parenting taught
by Marty Lewis. This class is required for all parents wishing to participate
in the Parental Dedication service. To register or for more info, contact
Cynthia Yanof, Preschool Associate for Infants, One and Two year olds at
214.860.3910 or clyanof@pcbc.org.
23 PrimeTime Movie Day: “Miracle on 34th Street”. 1:30 p.m. in Reed 302.
We’re celebrating Christmas early since we don’t have a movie in November
or December. “Miracle on 34th Street” is an irresistible fable that has, for
many, become synonymous with celebrating Christmas. Free admission, free
popcorn and sodas. No reservation needed. Bring a friend.
28–30 PrimeTime Retreat at Lakeview Retreat Center in Waxahachie:
Dr. Russell Dilday will be the Bible teacher. James Martin will lead music.
Special event with the Levee Singers! Register in the PrimeTime Office or
call 214.860.1533.
November
14 Don Piper Event: Don Piper is the author of 90 Minutes in Heaven: A
True Story of Death and Life. Invite your friends to hear his amazing story
about how we can have a better life now and an eternal life someday
through faith in Jesus Christ. Online registration at www.pcbc.org/donpiper.
Tickets are also available during the week at the PrimeTime Office or
on Sundays in the Narthex, the West Hallway, the Commons and the
Concourse. For questions, please contact Laurel Hoevker at 214.860.1533 or
Elizabeth Knight at 214.860.1542.
Visit our website at www.pcbc.org
24–25 Ethos Singles Retreat: Sky Ranch in Van, TX. $60. The cost
includes all food, lodging, worship sessions and activities. Activities include
basketball, swimming, water-slide park, giant human bounce, hiking and
fishing. Also, paint-ball and horse back riding are available at additional
cost. Contact the Young Adults Office at 214.860.1525 or visit
www.ethosdallas.org for more info.
3933 Northwest Parkway
Dallas, TX 75225
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