Prestoncrest is a growing family of faith, hope, love, & we exist to proclaim the good news of Jesus. Whether you have questions about God or are searching for a church to call home, we’re glad you’re here!
This Week at Prestoncrest
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≫ 8:30a & 10:45a, 6p Worship Services
8:30 AM & 10:45 AM WORSHIP
“Come, Let Us Worship And Bow Down” / “We Will Glorify”
Welcome & Call To Worship
“A Shield About Me”
“Praise The Lord”
“I Sing Praises”
“Above All” / “By Christ Redeemed”
Communion
“More Precious Than Silver”
Prayer for Offering
Elder Prayer & Scripture Reading
Dismissal to Children’s Church
“All To Us”
Message: Church on Fire ~ The Book of Acts
“Just As I Am (I Come Broken)”
Benediction
Response Elders: Charley Johnston / Terry Brantley
6 pm worship
No evening service at Prestoncrest building. Join us at the area-wide worship gathering at Richardson East Church of Christ (“Care Church”) at 5pm.
≫ All-Church Events • This Sun & Coming Up…
Sign up today for VBS (June 2-5): kids & volunteers ~ click HERE for details!
Sat, April 25: Baby Shower for Anna Langlois*
Sun, April 26:
- LAST DAY to buy tickets for the May 3 Senior Banquet on sale in the foyer
- 5pm Area-Wide Worship Service at Care Church ~ 1504 E Campbell Rd, Richardson (formerly Richardson East CoC) ~ No 6pm worship service at Prestoncrest.
Sun, May 3: Senior Sunday ~ Celebrating our 13 graduating Seniors of 2026: Julia Buchanan, Ellie Davis, Liliana Esparza, Elizabeth Fouts, Caroline Gibbs, Eli Grubbs, Karl Gscheidle, Sam Hansen, Tate Johnson, Linde Kern, Ella McLain, Claire Smith, & Colby Wilks. Tickets to the Senior Banquet on sale in the foyer ’til April 26 ($30/ea.)
CLICK HERE to see the full calendar & details on events, *showers, & more
≫ Adult Bible Classes
Whether you’re exploring a new beginning or continuing a familiar rhythm, here’s what our adult Bible classes are studying this week… join us @ 9:45am each Sunday!
church building
- American Christian Foundations, by Robert Hobbs, Living Faith, Family Room
- 1 Samuel, by Matt Armstrong, Pacesetters, Fellowship Hall
- What the Bible Teaches About Eternity, by Mark McClure, Friendship, #223
- Reframing Jesus, by Bob Chisholm, Kingdom Seekers, #228
- Be Mature, by Charley Johnston, Rooted, #230
- Spiritual Warfare, by Trevor McWilliams, FOR12, #231
- Grace, by Steven Miller, Bound by Faith, #235
- The Providence of God, by Matt Coats, 24/7, #237
Preston Place
- The Spiritual Realm, by Brad Powers, SHOUT!, #125
- The Humanity of God, by Phil Jackson, Hearts in Action, #130
- The Psalms, by Robert Stolte, Discover, #135
- Samuel & Saul, by Gerry Smith, Young Couples, #185
- 1 Corinthians 13 – Love, by Paul Conway, Belong+, #190
- Sermon on the Mount, by Chris Grubbs, Families in Christ, #200
- Heavenly Hosts-A Biblical Study of Angels, by John David Stewart, C-Life & Single Purpose, #230A
- Notes in the Margins of Your Bibles, by Kirk Ellison, Life Builders, #230B
- Another Gospel, by Scott Wolfe, 28:20 (formerly “The Gap”), #260
Not part of an Adult Bible Class yet? Click to find out more about each class…
≫ Children • Birth – 6th Grade
VBS signups for KIDS and VOLUNTEERS is underway! ~ for details & links, click HERE. Qs? Stop by the table in the foyer for more info! VBS will be held Tues-Fri, June 2-5, 9:30a-12:30p each day, plus a Fri night finale @ 5:30p.
Fri, May 1: Faithgirlz & God’s Guys (grades 3-6), 6-8pm, RSVP to Rebecca.
Sun, May 17: 6th Grade Celebration during classtime in The Attic.
Sun, Jun 7: Promotion Sunday – Children’s Ministry classes promote.
≫ Youth • 7th – 12th Grade
VBS signups for VOLUNTEERS is underway! For details & links, click HERE. Qs? Stop by the table in the foyer for more info! VBS is Tues-Fri, June 2-5, 9:30a-12:30p each day. Come serve with us and hang out afterwards with PCYG and the interns.
Sun, April 26:
- LAST DAY to buy tickets for Senior Banquet (May 3 at 5:30pm at the Clubs of Prestonwood – The Creek, 15909 Preston Rd, Dallas.) Tickets are $30/each. Cash or checks only.
- No Sunday Night Devo: All are invited to the area-wide worship at Care Church (formerly Richardson East Church of Christ) at 5pm. No worship services will be held at Prestoncrest.
Tues-Wed, May 26-27: Summer Retreat! We will float the San Marcos River, stay in a hotel in New Braunfels, and spend the next day at Schlitterbahn. Cost is $135 and includes San Marcos float trip, Schlitterbahn ticket, hotel, and all meals except for the brown bag lunch you bring for the van ride to the river. Deadline to sign up is May 3rd! Click HERE to sign up and pay.
Sun, May 3:
- Deadline to sign up for Summer retreat! (Details above…)
- Senior Sunday! Join us as we honor our 2026 Seniors: Julia Buchanan, Ellie Davis, Liliana Esparza, Elizabeth Fouts, Caroline Gibbs, Eli Grubbs, Karl Gscheidle, Sam Hansen, Tate Johnson, Linde Kern, Ella McLain, Claire Smith, & Colby Wilks. Baskets and display boards will be featured in the foyer May 3 & 10 to celebrate our grads and for gift drop-off. Senior Banquet will be held May 3 at 5:30pm (see details above for tickets, etc.).
PCYG FAMILIES, we need your help to help bless our Senior Families and their guests. On Senior Sunday, May 3, PCYG provides them a brunch during classtime in the Fellowship Hall. Click HERE to choose a brunch item to bring and/or to help at the reception.
Donuts in 2026 ~ PCYG families, pick a Sunday to feed our students!
Wed Night Small Groups:
- Students: 7-8:15pm. Locations provided each week in Monday’s “What’s Up?” email (not getting this email? See details below). Eat before you come.
- Parents! Come hang out, fellowship, and enjoy snacks 7-8p at the Keese house (7638 El Pensador Dr, Dallas) while your kids are in small group. Qs? Bobbi 254-366-8367 or John 214-770-6436.
Coming Up…
- May 17: Final Guatemala Training!
- June 2-5: VBS
- June 21-27: OkC HS Mission Trip
- July 1-8: Guatemala HS Mission Trip
- July 13-16: Serve Strong (Jr High)
“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, Kellie or Bryka
≫ Young Adults & Singles
SUNDAY CLASS @ 9:45am: Discover Classroom, Preston Place
- “The Psalms” by Robert Stolte
THURS BIBLE STUDY @ 7 pm: Discover Classroom, Preston Place
- “The Beatitudes” by George Cook
Stay in the know: Follow us on Instagram or contact us: discover@prestoncrest.org. Contact Megan Bueter @ 972.838.5425 to start getting event updates via GroupMe and plug in!
≫ 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
≫ Local Missions: Cover Dallas With Love
Fri-Sun, July 24-26: Camp Sunrise is a FREE bereavement camp for ages 6-18. A meaningful, memorable, fun, and healing weekend. Help spread the word to families grieving. Details @ www.christian-works.org/camp-sunrise
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.