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This Week at Prestoncrest
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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT ~ Tues, Oct 27: Day of Prayer and Fasting ~ Our elders are asking all to set aside Tues, October 27 to come together as one in spirit for a day of fasting and prayer for our nation. At 9pm (CST) on this day, individually and wherever you are, join us in prayer for peace, unity, and God’s blessing and wisdom as we elect leaders for our country. Qs? Reach out to any of our elders.
≫ 8:30a, 10:45a, 6p Worship Services
8:30 & 10:45AM WORSHIP
“Come, Let Us All Unite To Sing”
Welcome & Call to Worship
“Firm Foundation”
“We Bow Down”
“Holy Ground” Medley
“By Christ Redeemed”
Communion
“Be Still And Know”
Thanksgiving Baskets Announcement & Prayer for Offering
Prayer & Scripture
Dismissal to Children’s Church
“All To Us”
Message ~ Think Again – The Story that Makes Sense of the World
“Lord, I Need You”
Benediction
Response Elders: Phil Jackson / Don Carroll
6pm ~ DEEPER | The Fall: 2 Samuel 11 | Nobody plans to wreck their life. Yet even people who love God can make choices with devastating consequences. King David’s tragic fall reminds us how quickly temptation can lead to compromise, how sin grows when we try to hide it, and why our choices matter far beyond ourselves. Join us Sunday evening at 6:00 as we explore the dangers of an unguarded heart—and the grace of a God who refuses to give up on us.
≫ All-Church Events • This Sun & Coming Up…
Sat, Oct 24: Pumpkinfest at Prestoncrest
Tues, Oct 27: Day of Prayer and Fasting ~ Our elders are asking all to set aside Tues, October 27 to come together as one in spirit for a day of fasting and prayer for our nation. At 9pm (CST) on this day, individually and wherever you are, join us in prayer for peace, unity, and God’s blessing and wisdom as we elect leaders for our country. Qs? Reach out to any of our elders.
Wed, Oct 28: Registration Day open to the community for Thanksgiving Baskets ~ See CDWL section & Robert Stolte for details…
Sat, Oct 31 / Sun, Nov 1: Daylight saving time ends Sunday @ 2am! Be sure to set clocks back on Saturday night.
Sun, Nov 1: Thanksgiving Food Bags available to pickup for filling! Available in the foyer. Due back by Nov 15. Giveaway Day is Fri, Nov 20 ~ volunteers needed! See Robert Stolte for details…
Sun, Nov 8: PC101 in the Fellowship Hall during classtime
Mon, Nov 9: “Discerning God’s Will: Listening to the Lord in Decision Making” ~ seminar focused for teachers and church leaders, offered by the Center for Christian Studies & led by Steve Cloer and Mark Powell. Discover Classroom, Preston Place, 7-8:30pm. All are invited! ~ Details & RSVP on the CCS website: click HERE.
Sat, Nov 14: International Thanksgiving Dinner at Prestoncrest, hosted by FriendSpeak
Qs? See Ernie Richardson or Kim Baig ~ All are invited! Details www.prestoncrest.org/Nov-14-Meal
Sun, Nov 15: Tea & Together in the Fellowship Hall ~ fellowship, new friends, and opportunities to serve, grow, and connect. Be sure to RSVP! All women (& students 7th grade and up) are invited!
Sun, Nov 15: “Share the Joy” Toy Drive adoptions begin in the foyer & online. Toys due back Sun, Dec 6. Giveaway Day is Sat, Dec 12 ~ volunteers needed! See Robert Stolte for details…
Sat, Nov 21: CDWL Thanksgiving Lunch ~ Qs? See Gary Cochran
Sun, Nov 22: Bake Sale in the foyer, proceeds benefitting Youth Group mission trips. Bakers, sign up to bring goodies ~ details & links: www.prestoncrest.org/bake
CLICK HERE to see the full calendar & details on events, showers, & more…
≫ Adult Bible Classes
The Village (A New Young Families Class) ~ #235 at the church building ~ This class began October 11 and is part of the continued growth and multiplication of our Adult Education ministry, creating additional space to build relationships, deepen engagement with the body of Christ, and move into a new season of life together.
church building
- American Christian Foundations, by Robert Hobbs, Living Faith, Family Room
- Bible Study, by Jack Hodge Sr, Pacesetters, Fellowship Hall
- The Book of Mark , by Marcus McKee, Friendship Class, #223
- Finding Comfort, Perspective, and Renewal in Isaiah 40, by Mark McClure, FOR12, #231
- The Spiritual Realm, by Brad Powers, Bound by Faith, #230
- Revelation, by Trevor McWilliams, The Village, #235
- Family Marriage, by Joel Bailey, Rooted # 236
- Family Marriage, by Joel Bailey (Combined with Rooted in #236), Kingdom Seekers, #238
Preston Place
- The Minor Prophets, by Michael Jackson, SHOUT!, #125
- The Source, by Robert Stolte, Hearts in Action, #130
- Parables of Jesus, by Shea Niswanger, Discover, #135
- Discover Your Purpose, by Matt Coats, Young Couples, #185
- Deity of Christ, by Mani Pagidipalli, 24/7, #190
- Lessons From the Bible, by Phil Jackson, Belong+, #195
- Romans 1-3, by Scott Wolfe, Families in Christ, #200
- The Trinity, by Ernie Richardson, C-Life & Single Purpose, #230A
- Reframing Jesus, by Bob Chisholm, Life Builders, #230B
- Encounters with Jesus, by Caleb Elrod, 28:20, #260
Not part of an Adult Bible Class yet? Click to find out more about each class…
≫ Children • Birth – 6th Grade
Nursery Child Care Provider Needed! We are looking for a loving childcare provider who can work 8:20am to noon on Sundays. Experience is preferred but not required. (If you would like to work 8:20am to 10:45am, we can re-work the hours so you can attend late service.) We offer generous pay and a fun work environment. If you are interested or know someone who may be, please email rebecca@prestoncrest.org.
Service Opportunity: We still need one backyard worship leader to serve 1x/month during late service. Click HERE to sign up.
FRI, NOV 6: Save the Date! Faithgirlz & G2
≫ Youth • 7th – 12th Grade
Sun, Nov 1: Devo in The Zone @ 6pm ~ Devo in the Zone, 6pm-7pm. We will have snacks, worship, devo, and hanging out. Friends are welcome.
Sun, Nov 1: Wilderness Trek Signup Deadline ~ email Bryan bryanb@prestoncrest.org if you are interested in going (trip is June 26 – July 3, 2027). Cost is $630 plus hotel and travel meals. It is a 6 day backpacking adventure in Colorado. To find out more and see the presentation, click HERE.
Sun, Nov 15: Tea & Together, 4:00-5:30p in the Fellowship Hall. Come enjoy coffee, tea, & treats. Join us for fellowship, new friends, and opportunities to serve, grow, and connect. Be sure to RSVP! This event is for all PCYG (7th grade and up) as well as adults/women at Prestoncrest.
PCYG Bake Sale: Nov. 22nd: Sign up to bring a baked good for our annual bake sale. All items sell for $10, sign up at www.prestoncrest.org/bake
Winter Retreat, December 4th – 6th: We will be going to Glen Lake again this year for our Winter Retreat. Cost is $98, which includes lodging, shirt, meals, and transportation. Deadline to sign up is November 15th. Sign up at https://churchteams.com/m/b/Register.asp?a=cjNkcHExK1Y5Ujg9
Every Wed: Small Groups! Check your Monday “What’s Up” email* for each week’s location & details. Be sure to sign up to bring snacks for your group: 7th Grade • 8/9th Grade • 10/11th Grade • 12th Grade
Donuts in 2026 ~ PCYG families, pick a Sunday to feed our students!
’26-’27 BIG DATES sheet: www.prestoncrest.org/bigdates
*“WHAT’S UP?” weekly email from PCYG is delivered to parent & student inboxes each Monday, featuring updates on SGs, events, signups, & more so YOU can stay involved. NOT receiving this email? Contact Bryan, Bryka or Casen
≫ Young Adults & Singles
Join us Sunday mornings in the Discover Classroom or the 28:20 Classroom for great fellowship and learning. During the week, be sure to join us for small groups and social events. Everything is announced each week via GroupMe – for details and how to plug in, contact the Young Adults/Singles Minister, Caleb Elrod.
≫ Young Couples
All seriously dating, engaged, & newly married couples in their 20’s + 30’s are invited! This group enjoys weekly fellowship, fun, and Bible studies as they strive to follow Jesus. Social activities, community projects, and an annual retreats are also regular events. Come see what it’s all about: Sun Morning Bible Class & Weeknight Small Group.
≫ Singles 35+
- Sun Bible Class: 9:45am, Preston Place #230A
- Wed Small Group: 7pm, Preston Place #130
Sat, Oct 31: Single Purpose Annual Halloween Party will be on Halloween night (10/31) this year…spooky! We will start at 6:30. Dinner will be provided. Please feel free to bring a treat and a friend! Hosted at the home of Ron Green. Qs? Contact Ron or Gary Cochran.
Save the Date: Sat, Dec 12 ~ Single Purpose Annual Christmas Party
≫ Local Missions: Cover Dallas With Love
Sat, Nov 21 ~ CDWL Thanksgiving Lunch ~ This annual tradition for the CDWL ministry hosts partners and key people from across the CDWL network. Each come together for a home-cooked meal and celebrate what God is doing and explore plans for the year ahead. Qs? See Gary Cochran
Thanksgiving Food Baskets ~ Registration is happening Wed, Oct 28 and is open to anyone in the community that is in need of help as we offer boxes full of ingredients for a Thanksgiving meal. (Must register on Oct 28 to receive their box on Nov 20.) Special bags for our members to pickup to take, shop, and fill with ingredients will be available Sunday, November 1 and due back by November 15. Volunteers are needed for Giveaway Day on Friday, November 20 from 10am – 4pm (and also at 9am, if you have a truck, to help pick up turkeys!) ~ email Robert Stolte to find out more.
“Share the Joy” Toy Drive ~ Registration is happening Wed, Oct 28 as we coordinate with key partners in our community for pre-selected families that need it most. Adoptions will be begin a week EARLIER this year in the foyer and online starting Sunday, November 15. Toys will be due back by Sunday, December 6. Volunteers will be needed for Giveaway Day on Saturday, December 12 at Prestoncrest, as well. To volunteer or find out more, email Robert Stolte.
For information on all CDWL service opportunities, contact Gary Cochran.
≫ Small Groups & Spiritual Formation
SMALL GROUPS meet weekly across the metroplex. These groups offer opportunities to build friendships, deepen faith, and equip leaders. Find one in YOUR area today, and discover great resources here on our website. Qs? Bob Chisholm: chisholm@prestoncrest.org
SPIRITUAL FORMATION is God’s work… with our participation. Practices include Resting, Listening, Reading, Praying, Reflecting, Journaling, with each being learned in solitude, community, and service. Explore groups, retreats, and resources here on our website or visit the Spiritual Formation board in the foyer. Qs? Bob Chisholm: chisholm@prestoncrest.org
≫ Placing Membership at Prestoncrest
Interested in becoming part of this family of baptized believers? Many options available…
- Attend PC101 (offered quarterly)
- Sundays during worship: come to the front of the auditorium during the final song (after the sermon)
- Text “Contact” to 469-476-5331 and fill out the form (select “Placing Membership”)
- Fill out a card (back of the pew) and drop in the foyer GIVE dropbox
- Contact an elder, deacon, minister or the church office (972-233-2392 / info@prestoncrest.org)
- 100% ready? Fill out the form by clicking HERE.
Just want to know more? Attend PC101!
≫ Prayer Needs • Showers • Updates
Church MEMBERS: To see the list of prayer needs, funerals, showers, and more, text “ME” to 469.476.5331, click RESOURCES & WEBSITE, or Log In HERE.