Lent at PHPC

This Lenten season, we will journey the forgiveness road. The truth is that forgiveness is more art than science. It is often a messy, layered, and complex process. Although, if we dare not take the journey of forgiveness, we will be held captive to hurts, grudges, and pain. They will weigh us down, holding us back from being in right relationship with ourselves, others, and God. And yet, we all need to be forgiven and offer forgiveness. This Lenten journey will lead us deeper into the presence of God as we seek to practice the art of forgiveness. Jesus the Christ will be our constant companion, revealing the freedom of forgiveness and the new way of life that awaits us all.

Lent Worship Schedule

Holy Week Services

Palm Sunday | March 24 | All worship services
Children are invited to wave palms as they process into worship at the beginning of each service.  

Maundy Thursday | March 28 | 7:30 p.m. | Sanctuary
Maundy Thursday commemorates the Last Supper and Jesus washing the feet of his disciples. We will celebrate with communion.

Good Friday Family Service | March 29 | 4 p.m. | Founders Hall
This service provides a way to help your children connect the Holy Week story to Easter in a creative way. A time for fellowship and pizza will follow the Family Service.

Good Friday Tenebrae Service | March 29 | 7:30 p.m. | Sanctuary
Tenebrae is a solemn observance of Jesus’ passion and death. Through readings and music, we remember the somber events of Jesus’ last week.

Easter Sunday

Remote parking with shuttle bus service from St. Mark's School, 10600 Preston Road, to PHPC is available from 7:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. on Easter Sunday. Buses depart each parking lot approximately every 15 minutes.

Sunrise Service | 6:30 a.m. | Pecan Grove


Contemporary Easter Services | 9 & 11 a.m. | Founders Hall

Traditional Easter Services | 9:30 & 11 a.m. | Sanctuary

Lent Events

Connection Hour

Palm Sunday Brunch & Egg Hunt | Sunday | March 24 | 10 a.m. | Jubilee Hall & Atrium Courtyard
Gather with your PHPC family for lighter Sunday Brunch fare followed by an Easter egg hunt in the Atrium Courtyard. Families, plan to have your children bring their baskets for the hunt. Contact Sarah Hammontree at shammontree@phpc.org with questions.
Register for Brunch: https://prestonhollow.wufoo.com/forms/sr3lpdj0rr0xl2/
Register for Egg Hunt:
https://prestonhollow.wufoo.com/forms/sjiyj501s8viwr/

Spring Events and Offerings

Interfaith Ramadan Dinner | Monday | March 18 | 7 p.m. | Jubilee Hall
This year’s Ramadan Dinner, in partnership with the Dialogue Institute of Dallas, will include a Ramadan presentation and a buffet style dinner. Bring your questions. This is a fun way to learn about another faith and share our Presbyterian faith with others. The meal is free of charge, but RSVPs are required to attend. Contact Chrissie Ozuna at cozuna@phpc.org for the RSVP link.

Looking Ahead

Brian McLaren: The Space Between Us  April 14 & 15
Brian D. McLaren is an author, speaker, activist, and public theologian. A former college English teacher and pastor, he is a passionate advocate for “a new kind of Christianity” – just, generous, and working with people of all faiths for the common good. Brian will preach on Sunday, April 14, and will present lectures on both April 14 and 15 at 7 p.m. in the Sanctuary.

An Evening With PHPC Songwriters Sunday, April 28 | 6 p.m. | Founders Hall
Come listen to Dove award-winner Kendall Payne, multi-instrumentalist Paul Demer, and former Munger Place music director Kate Miner sing old favorites, new music, and more.

PHPC Serves Thursday - Sunday, April 11 - 14
Mark your calendars to be part of the church in the world by serving your neighbors in Dallas! Everyone is invited to join in participating in volunteer projects in the community or at home. Each day of the weekend will have an opportunity to engage in acts of service and learn about our Community Impact Partners, with family friendly options available. Visit www.phpc.org/serve or contact Chrissie Ozuna at cozuna@phpc.org with questions.

Americana Concert Sunday | May 19 | 7 p.m. | Sanctuary
The Sanctuary Choir, orchestra, organ and Sanctuary Ringers present this popular annual evening of great American hymns, folk songs, Broadway tunes, and patriotic music. Admission is free. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Starting at 5, the youth group will be selling hot dog meals with dessert as a fundraiser for upcoming trips.

Good Grief – PHPC Grief Support Weekly May 21 - June 25
This 6-week grief support series enables those experiencing a loss to come together with others who are grieving and sharing common feelings and experiences, in hope of understanding how to move forward with grief in a healthy way. Please sign up on our events page or contact Mahlon Hight at mhight@phpc.org with questions.