NOV/DEC/JAN 2014-15 ISSUE NO. 9

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Worship services

Communion Service Wynne Chapel

8:15 am

Sanctuary Services 9:30 & 11 am

Modern Service Hunt Building – Elliott Hall

11:05 am

All Nations Service Hunt Building – Gym

11 am

Chinese-Mandarin Service Wynne Chapel

11 am

*Nursery care is provided 8 am–1:30 pm

sunday Morning coMMunities

Children & Youth

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Adults

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Sunday Mornings

Making Disciples of Jesus Christhppc.org/core4

The Core 4

Building Blocks for Lifeas a Disciple of Jesus Christ

Thursday, Nov. 2710 am | Sanctuary

Bring your canned food donations for the Salvation Army’s Food Drive.

hppc.org/thanksgiving

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4 PASTOR EDITORIAL by Rev. Bryan Dunagan

6 HPPDS + HILLIER Growing Up Leaders

7 MEN’S MINISTRY Tuesday Community Is on the Rise

7 WOMEN’S MINISTRY Fall Celebration Recap

8 PHOTOS Life at HPPC

10 MEMBER SPOTLIGHT Andrew Campbell

11 CONGREGATIONAL LIFE The Gift of Life

12 2014 HPPC ADVENT GUIDE

16 ALL NATIONS Little Drummer Boy

18 PHOTOS Life at HPPC

20 UPCOMING EVENTS

22 RECURRING EVENTS

24 PARISH NEWS Milestone Events

27 PARISH NEWS Summer 2014 Member Class

28 OUTREACH Adult Summer Missions

30 PHOTOS Life at HPPC

32 SENIOR ADULTS Knitters on a Mission

33 GROW IN CHRIST Peace on Earth by Laura Murray

34 CHINESE MINISTRY Young Church Plant Is Thriving

36 MISSIONARY SPOTLIGHT Keith Peeler

38 ECO Essential Tenets: Two Central Mysteries Part Three

39 WORSHIP IN SPIRIT AND IN TRUTH by Dr. Greg HobbsPeriodicals Postage Pending

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Featured on the Cover: Christmas Eve Service

Elizabeth and Taylor Hunt, with their son, George, and daughter, Hailey

(Son, Wilson, not pictured)

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REV. BRYAN DUNAGANSENIOR PASTOR

It’s a Mary ChristmasI’LL NEVER FORGET the first time I walked into Highland Park Presbyterian Church. It was fifteen years ago on Christmas Eve. The wonder of God’s incredible love in the baby Jesus shone brightly as 1,000 worshipers lifted their candles in the Sanctuary.

This is my favorite time of year. From the eggnog to the Christmas lights and tacky sweaters, if you love all things Christmas, then you will be in good company with your new pastor this Advent season. At the same time, our hope at HPPC is that all these good things don’t distract us from the great reality at the center of Christmas – that God came down and eternal hope was born through a child named Jesus.

In this issue of Connect, you’ll find a guide to our Advent season, as well as a schedule of our Christmas Eve services. In addition to our Traditional Candlelight Services and our 4 pm Family Service,

we are thrilled to be offering a new 1105 Christmas Eve Service at 11:05 am.

And parents: We hope you will come early or stay late so that your children can see the live nativity animals that will be on the front lawn until the beginning of the 6 pm service.

During Advent, we will look together at the life of Mary, the mother of Jesus. We are calling the sermon series, A Mary Christmas, because without the courageous faith of this young woman, there would be no Christmas. My hope for our church family is that we can experience this Christmas through the life of the one was asked by God to have the most intimate role of all in the unfolding story of a Savior being born into this world.

And the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus. He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. And the Lord God will give to him the throne of his father David, and he will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and of his kingdom there will be no end.” - Luke 1:30-33

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Refreshments, Advent crafts and the Christmas Story

presented by the Carol and Chorister Choirs

hppc.org/adventfestival

Celebrate Advent with Your Family Children up to 4th Grade

Wednesday, Dec. 3 6–7 pm in Elliott Hall

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christian practices A Ten-Week Class

Join us as we explore and experience the various spiritual practices that form God’s people in the likeness of

Christ. Taught by Pastoral Resident, Charlie Dunn; Theologian-in-Residence, Michael Walker and

Director of Modern Worship, Seth Jones.

tuesdays, Feb. 17–april 287–8:30 pM | alexander hall

Everyone is invited for an evening of festive fun and a delicious dinner!

6:30–8:30 pm Elliott HallAdults: $18Children Under 10: Free

hppc.org/familydinner

Rejoice! Chancel Choir and Orchestra

Sunday, Dec. 14 | 7 pm | Sanctuary No reservations or tickets necessary,

Nursery care available.

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THE OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN how to lead can never come too early and the two schools housed inside our church walls are seizing it with their students with fervent intentionality.

Highland Park Presbyterian Day School (HPPDS) encourages older students to nurture and guide younger ones through the Shepherd Program. First Graders spend their fall semester preparing to serve their fellow students, toddlers through Kindergarteners, in the spring.

The Shepherds-in-Training meet weekly to study Psalm 23 and John 10 using the example of Jesus to help them understand that there is leadership in all of us, to recognize the importance of using the serving gifts God has placed within each of us and to be aware of putting others first, and themselves, second. The students focus on character-building by reading biographies from the ValueTale series and serving the HPPDS and Dallas communities through various outreach programs, such as collecting Box Tops for Education, delivering grocery sacks to classrooms for the Thanksgiving food drive and retrieving Operation Christmas Child shoe boxes at Christmas.

“The Shepherd Program teaches them to be good role models, as well as teaches the importance of volunteering in the community, helping others and to shine as leaders in their school,” Denise Winters, former HPPDS parent and current HPPDS teacher, said when asked how the Shepherd Program impacted her children’s lives.

If you are in the hallways during the week, look for the distinctive red shirt that HPPDS Shepherds wear.

The Hillier School, whose mission is to academically and spiritually equip students who have learning differences, recently changed the name of their leadership program to honor a couple who have been extremely dedicated to education and have been a tremendous example of servant leadership. The Student Leadership Council now bears the names of Martha and Preston Peak.

This year nine students will meet weekly with Jim McLean, Hillier math teacher; Kevin Gandy, HPPC’s Middle School Director; or Walter Teter, HPPC’s Elementary Director to discuss what it means to be a leader in today’s world.

“This is a unique opportunity for these students to gain confidence in their faith and leadership skills before they go on to another school and community,” said Hillier Director Ginger Gustovich. Last school year, leadership students organized Operation Christmas Child within the Hillier community. They also served as reading buddies to younger students. Similar service projects are expected of leadership students this year. The goal of this leadership training opportunity is to equip students to grow into the young people God is calling them to be. Students have the resources and are given the education and encouragement to develop their own unique leadership traits.

HPPC anticipates another wonderful year of these students looking toward Jesus, the ultimate Shepherd, as they seek to use his example to lead and serve others.

From l to r: Christian Hudspeth, Ellen McGuire, Frankie Molina, Airam Rios, Nicolas Duncan, Lily Crowley, Jackson Foose and Olivia Cook with leadership advisor, Jim McLean. Not pictured: Sam McCroskey

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HPPDS Shepherds led the school-wide effort to collect Box Tops for Education for improvements in the community.

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Men’s New Morning Community on the Rise

Women’s Fall Celebration: In the CrossroadsSpeaker Suzie Eller took women on Paul’s journey through hard seasons in life.

WHEN CHRISTIANS GATHER together in small groups, great things can happen: friendships begin, faith grows, accountability increases and prayer deepens. By God’s grace, these are just some of the fruits growing out of the new Tuesday morning men’s community, ASCENT.

Each week, 125 men gather in Elliott Hall around consistent tables of eight to ten, first to learn from upfront teaching but then primarily to apply God’s Word alongside their brothers in Christ.

As Rev. Charlie Dunn explains, “The heartbeat of ASCENT is to build Christian friendships and apply God’s Word in community. There is upfront, thoughtful, biblical teaching, but what drives the group of men is what happens around the tables. That’s the community we need to grow us in Christ, and we are thrilled that ASCENT can provide a context for it.”

John Rain said, “We are having a lot of fun. Reid Slaughter, our MC, is hilarious! We also consider the Word together and share our thoughts about how to apply it in our lives.”

The spring semester begins Tuesday, Jan. 13. To find out more and sign up for a small group, visit hppc.org/ascent.

WOMEN OF THE CHURCH were called to celebrate in every season of their lives at the Women’s Ministry Fall Luncheon on Sept. 15. The theme for the year, selected by Moderator Kathryn Warren, was based on 1 Thessalonians 5 which calls us to give thanks in all seasons.

Proverbs 31 Ministries speaker, Suzie Eller, opened up through authentic stories of her life’s awkward moments as well as showed the ladies how to turn moments in their personal crossroads into turning points in life and in faith. Suzie used three points in the life of Saul/Paul where he was met with having to make a pivotal decision.

She said that when God reveals his direction for our lives, we can either lean in or lean against God’s unchanging plan for our lives. When God tells us to wait in limbo for a season where you are anxious to take action, have the patience to let him do his work in a seemingly unproductive period. When God places us in a season of hard times, let him shed the weight of the unimportant things. Being lighter will allow him to develop endurance in us.

God places us in seasons not meant as punishment, but rather a time to present us with a time to rediscover him as well as our own selves. He wants us to know him as our protector, our shield and our guide, and know that even in those challenging times, he never changes.

Visit hppc.org/women to find your place in our ministry.

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Hillary Yancey, Carrie Easley, Speaker Suzie Eller, Julie Winn and Laurie Moore at the Women’s Ministry Luncheon. Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give

thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another. Proverbs 27:17

Men of the church gather faithfully every Tuesday.

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Sky Ranch Launch Camp at HPPC Natalie Murray

Ultimate summer fun at Ultimate Frisbee match Reeves Beall and Bryan Dunagan

Chinese Ministry Labor Day weekend retreat Haojie Wang with his son, Alex

Working up a sweat at AELC Men’s Work Day Dave Konker

The Elementary Cooking Mini-camp stirred up some interest in the kitchen.

Amy Wanjiku Dickson

SUMMER AT HPPC

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Middle Schoolers were all smiles at their back-to-school party hosted by the Williams family.

MASH Fall Kickoff featured KidProv and game night. Pete Knag

Callahan Chambers showed that you are never too old to slip and slide.

JAM56 met at the HP pool for good times with friends for the Wednesday Kickoff Night.

Ellie Teter and Kathryn Sands

LIFE AT HPPC

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How long have you been a member at HPPC?

My father joined HPPC in 1937 and later became an elder, so I have always been a part of this church. My wife, Heather, and I married here in 1989 and our kids continue to be active at HPPC.

How have you recently been involved at HPPC?

I have served as an elder for the past six years and just recently rolled off as Moderator of the Management Council. It was an incredible time to be in leadership during the past few years with all of the challenges and opportunities that HPPC faced.

Tell us a little bit about the Bible in 90 Days Home Study.

About eight or nine years ago, Nelson Bell asked me to join the first B90 class at our church. It was such a powerful and life-changing experience for me that I have now completed the class six times.

The most recent class I completed was organized by HPPC member Bill Langhenry, and started with dads who had sons in the same class, but then it grew beyond that to include men of all ages from our community.

About 20 men gathered at my home each week and got the chance to relax, catch up and then watch the B90 video. After that we enjoyed sincere and in-depth discussions about what was studied the week prior.

Any special moments come out of the study?

As always with this program, the greatest moments for me are simply witnessing others read the Bible, often for the first time, and seeing how the Word of God transforms their lives just as it did mine.

What kind of community are you currently involved in?

I am excited to be a part of the new ASCENT Men’s Community. Leaders

have made it a priority to grow the Men’s Ministry at the church and I think it is just what was needed.

Just like the Bible in 90 Days study, we commit for a season to grow, learn and pray together with a designated table of guys. There is such a high level of enthusiasm and it really is contagious.

How do you think ASCENT will impact these men?

My hope is that the men of our church use this group to encourage one another and deepen their faith. I also want them to find the courage to reach out to a colleague or a friend down the street to have him join the group. We naturally assume that everyone’s world is going great, but it is just not true. I want these men to let God use them to change someone’s life for the better.

For more information on ASCENT, go to hppc.org/ascent.

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An HPPC member feels called to share the Good News right here in the heart of Dallas.

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LIFE NEVER GOES as expected. We pray for happiness, health and safety, yet often we experience turmoil, illness and insecurity. A loved one passes away suddenly, test results confirm a cancer diagnosis, a routine surgery turns into an emergency situation. While we crave control over every situation, there are just some that can’t be managed. So family looks to family and friends lean on friends, but sometimes we have to stretch out beyond that to rely on complete strangers.

HPPC member, Ford Yates, received a call a few months after a local drive for bone marrow registration. They said he was a match for a dying man with leukemia who needed a transplant. While Ford might have thought when he registered that his chances of being a match for anyone were remote, he suddenly found himself faced with a decision: to follow through with the bone marrow donation or not.

Ford decided to go through with the donation. He spent months preparing for the procedure, which included blood work, conferences and painful shots to increase production of the stem cells. Ford flew to California for the six-hour procedure. “I felt frail and weak. The last day before the procedure, I would take a breath in and my sternum felt like it was going to break in half,” he said. Even though there was pain in the offering, his selfless act gave the gift of life to a complete stranger.

Humbly, Ford said, “The transplant was the easiest way for me to show someone love for no reason. I was truly given an opportunity to understand grace and took it.”

Another HPPC member, Chris Davidson, was diagnosed with a heart murmur two years ago. Regular monitoring led to the

discovery that his aortic valve would eventually need replacing with an artificial one. This past September, his cardiologist said it was time. A few weeks later, he woke up in ICU after the surgery that called for cracking apart his sternum feeling groggy, but grateful to have his family around him. “It wasn’t until I overheard nurses at the shift-change discussing my situation that I learned just how serious it was,” Chris recalled. He had internal bleeding that led to the immediate need for platelets and a blood transfusion. A few days later, he required another transfusion to alleviate a post-surgical complication and also to speed up his recovery.

“Thanks to a few people who gave of themselves out of the goodness of their hearts, my heart is now beating stronger than ever,” Chris shared. “I’ll never know these donors by name. All I can do is thank God that they felt called to set aside a few minutes of their day to give of themselves in hopes that someone might benefit from their gift. I am simply forever grateful.”

This is Christianity at its purest form: demonstrating the love of Christ through selfless giving. It is especially true when someone has no way to repay the kindness. God first blesses us with his love and continually gives us ways to show this same agape-type of love to family, friends and strangers alike. He may give you the opportunity to give and he may place you in a situation of need. Both give us the opportunity to receive his grace and mercy.

Participate in selfless giving alongside your brothers and sisters in Christ at our blood drive and bone marrow registry event on Sunday, Feb. 8, from 9 am–1 pm.

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The Gift of LifeSharing a part of yourself in God’s name for his people

SAVE THE DATE

Sunday, Feb. 8

Blood DriveBone Marrow RegistryOrgan Donor Registry

Ford Yates displays his marrow donation after completing the six-hour treatment in Southern California last year.

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grieFshare©: surviving the holidays Wednesday, Nov. 19, 6:30–8:30 pm OR Saturday, Nov. 22, 10 am–12 pm

Holidays can be difficult following the death of a loved one. GriefShare© will be offered in the home of Nelson Bell. Call the Congregational Life office at 214-525-4230.

genesis thanksgiving casserole & pie sale Sunday, Nov. 23, 9 am–12:30 pm Hunt Building and Wight Garden

Let the Genesis Youth Choir help you with your holiday cooking! Stock up for the holiday week ahead with casseroles and pies made from scratch! Proceeds from the sale go toward the choir’s mission trip to Seattle next summer.

young adult Friendsgiving dinner Sunday, Nov. 23, 3 pm Young Adults House, 3917 University Blvd.

Join us for an afternoon of flag football, feasting and community around the dinner table! We will provide the main dish. Bring an appetizer, side or dessert. For more information, contact cameron.beatty@hppc.org.

thanksgiving service Thursday, Nov. 27, 10–11 am | Sanctuary

Celebrate this wonderful day with a service of worship with the Chancel Choir and Festival Brass. This service is where extended families gather to give thanks to God. We will be collecting canned food donations for the Salvation Army’s Food Drive and taking a special monetary offering.

all nations youth thanksgiving celebration Friday, Nov. 28, 5:30–10 pm | Off-Campus

Contact mathew.ngao@hppc.org for more information.

The Advent season offers the opportunity to share in the ancient longing for the coming of the Messiah, as well as the call to be alert for his Second Coming.

Special themes are emphasized in worship and unique Advent chapels. Lessons and activities are available for all children and youth.

NOVEMBER EVENTS

DECEMBER EVENTSpoinsettias decorate the chancel

Honor or remember those you love with a poinsettia that will adorn our worship services the week before Christmas. Cost is $25. Poinsettias may be taken home after the 11 pm worship service on Christmas Eve. Order forms available around the church and at hppc.org/advent! Order by Friday, Dec. 12. Contact tina.russo@hppc.org.

advent organ recital series Wednesdays during Advent, 12:15–12:50 pm All programs are free and open to the public | Wynne Chapel

✴ dec. 3: Graham Schultz, assistant organist at Church of the Incarnation, Dallas

✴ dec. 10: Kiyo and Chiemi Watanabe, duo-organists from Wichita Falls, Texas

✴ dec. 17: Michael Shake, organist and associate director of music at HPPC, Dallas

highlander christMas concert: Rejoice! Sunday, Dec. 14, 7 pm | Sanctuary

The Chancel Choir joins with orchestra to celebrate the music of the season. This festive concert series includes familiar and new carol arrangements by Gerald Finzi, Gwyneth Walker, Alan Bullard and Ralph Vaughan Williams.

hoMebound coMMunion Communion for our homebound members will be shared during the week of Dec. 15. If you know of a member who would welcome this Sacrament, please call 214-525-4230.

FaMily christMas dinner Wednesday, Dec. 17, 6:30–8:30 pm | Elliott Hall

Celebrate the JOY of Christmas with loved ones with a festive dinner, caroling and lots more fun. Tickets available in Elliott Hall, 9–11 am on Sundays, Nov. 30, Dec. 7 and 14, or at Reception Desk weekdays. Cost is $18 for adults and children 10 and under are free.

chinese evangelical event

Saturday, Dec. 20, 5–8 pm | Bell Center

The Chinese Church Ministry will hold its annual Christmas celebration with worship, reenactment of the Nativity, music, food and fellowship. Contact ben.wang@hppc.org.

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Christmas Eve Wednesday, Dec. 24

✴ 11:05 aM An 1105 Modern Candlelight Service | Elliott Hall

Celebrate Christmas with familiar carols led by the 1105 band and a message from Bryan Dunagan, followed by a special candle lighting experience. Visit the nativity animals on the front lawn before or after the service.

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Family Service | Sanctuary

Experience the great story of Jesus’ birth through drama, the singing of carols led by our children, followed by candle lighting with our pastor, Bryan Dunagan. Visit the nativity animals on the front lawn before or after the service.

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Traditional Candlelight Service | Sanctuary

The majesty of music and the message of Jesus’ birth fill these candlelight services. The Genesis Student Choir (6 pm) and Chancel Choir (8 & 11 pm), accompanied by a brass ensemble, lead us in our celebrations on this holy night. Bryan Dunagan’s Christmas message is followed by candle lighting as we worship the Christ child, the Light of the World.

*Nursery care available for children ages 2 months through 5 years for all services except 11 pm. Reservations encouraged.

CHRISTMAS SERVICES

Note: Events, dates and times are subject to change and reflect information received when sent to press. Visit hppc.org/advent for up-to-date information.

Complimentary Nursery care is available for children 2 months–4th Grade for all concerts and most events; 48-hour advanced reservations are required. Visit hppc.org/nurseryreservations.

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HPPDS & Hillier School Christmas Celebrations

hppds christMas sanctuary service & grandFriends celebration Friday, Dec. 19 Sanctuary and Elliott Hall

Annual Christmas Sanctuary Service with student-led worship and Grandfriends (grandparents, aunts, uncles, special friends and family).

11 aM Family Christmas Sanctuary Service11:45 aM Grandfriends pick up children12 pM Grandfriend’s Tea in Elliott Hall

Christmas Day

all nations christMas day service Thursday, Dec. 25, 11 am | Gym

The All Nations Community will enjoy lively, family-friendly praise and worship with a feast to follow.

New Year’s Eve

all nations neW year’s eve service & FelloWship Wednesday, Dec. 31, 10 pm–1 am | Gym

The All Nations Ministry will be celebrating the beginning of 2015 with a special service and fellowship in the Gym.

hillier school christMas sanctuary service Friday, Dec. 19, 12:45–1:30 pm

All the Hillier School parents and students are invited to this special Christmas Worship Service in the Sanctuary with student-led carols, student-read Scripture and meditation.

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LIFE-STAGE EVENTS

ADVENT 2014

Children hppc.org/adventfestival

children’s advent Festival Wednesday, Dec. 3, 6–7 pm | Elliott Hall

Young children and families, let’s kick off the Advent season with refreshments, crafts, missions projects and a Nativity program presented by the Children’s Choirs. christi.glasscock@hppc.org.

Elementary 1st–4th Grade - hppc.org/elementary

Mash candy house construction Wednesday, Dec. 10, 6–7:30 pm | Alexander Hall

Don’t miss this sweet night of candy creations! Elementary kids are welcome for a time of fun, fellowship, Bible study and free pizza! walter.teter@hppc.org.

JAM56 5th and 6th Grade - hppc.org/jam56

JaM56 christMas party Wednesday, Dec. 10, 6–7:30 pm | JAM56 Room

It’s a night of food, fun and fanfare as we celebrate the star of Bethlehem that led the Wise Men to the birth of our Savior.

proJect JaM56 at reconciliation outreach

Wednesday, Dec. 17, 4:30–7 pm | HPPC & RO

We are going to Reconciliation Outreach to host a Christmas party for the after-school kids and then come back to HPPC for a pizza party. roy.farias@hppc.org.

Middle School 7th and 8th Grade - hppc.org/middleschool

christMas bash Wednesday, Dec. 10, 6–7:30 pm | Bell Center

Come prepared for a gigantic feast, holiday games, Christmas cookie contest and door prizes. kevin.gandy@hppc.org.

High School 9th–12th Grade - hppc.org/highschool

high school christMas cheer Wednesday, Dec. 10, 7–8:30 pm | Bell Center

Celebrate Christmas with your LTG leaders, complete with a gingerbread house contest, Christmas carols and more! michael.atwell@hppc.org.

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club christMas Sundays, Dec. 7 & 14, 9:30 am | Bell Center

Calling all 5th–12th Graders! JAM56, Middle School, and High School all combine for fun, games, music, prizes and more! Visit hppc.org/clubchristmas.

all nations youth christMas party Saturday, Dec. 13, 5:30–10 pm | Bell Center

The All Nations Youth Community is celebrating Christmas together with food and fun. mathew.ngao@hppc.org.

College hppc.org/college

the den college christMas party Thursday, Dec. 7, 7–9 pm | College House

All College students are invited for an evening of celebrating, eating and hanging out in your tacky sweater at the College House (3833 McFarlin Blvd). jonathan.hicks@hppc.org.

aWay students college christMas party Thursday, Dec. 18, 7–9 pm | College House

All College students are invited for an evening of celebrating, eating and hanging out in your tacky sweater at the College House (3833 McFarlin Blvd). jonathan.hicks@hppc.org.

Young Adults hppc.org/youngadults

young adult christMas party Saturday, Dec. 6, 7–10 pm Home of Ali and Bryan Dunagan

Join Young Adults for an evening of celebrating the season, eating and visiting with one another. erin.hicks@hppc.org.

Women hppc.org/women

cup oF christMas cheer Sunday, Dec. 7, 3–5 pm3012 Hanover St, 75225

Come and go, or stay and visit at this free annual Christmas gathering of women with food and festive music at the home of Phyllis Leiser. Nursery reservations needed by 12 pm, Monday, Dec. 1. pam.pearson@hppc.org.

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Missions hppc.org/outreach

Fish & loaves giFt Market Sundays, Nov. 23 & 30; Dec. 7, 14 & 21 9 am–12:30 pm Stained Glass Hallway & Welcome Center

Honor loved ones this Christmas season by improving the lives of men, women and children in our community and around the world. Visit the market on campus or online at hppc.org/advent. judi.wheeler@hppc.org.

World Missions Market Sundays, Dec. 7, 14 & 21 9 am–1 pm Stained Glass Hallway & Welcome Center

Do some Christmas shopping to help those in need, both locally and globally. Items are part of micro-enterprise projects developed to sustain individuals and their families in different countries around the world.

Missionary giving opportunities

A special mission offering will be collected a number of times this December and at all Christmas Eve services. Watch your mail and bulletins for more details and information.

Outreach hppc.org/outreach

annual christMas tree lighting Reconciliation Outreach Friday, Dec. 5, 6–8:30 pm

Volunteers are needed to bring cookies, hot chocolate and books, or just come to sing and fellowship with the families of this neighborhood. The event will be held in the Youth Center on Peak Street. Contact duffy.johnson@hppc.org.

apartMent bible club christMas party Saturday, Dec. 6, 10:30 am–12 pm7152 Fair Oaks, 75231

Help show the love of Christ to children this Christmas in the nearby Vickery apartments, which are primarily occupied by refugee families in need. Help with Bible teaching, activities, games, singing songs or serving lunch. For more information, contact pam.huntress@hppc.org.

Experience the Joy of the Season

GIVE & SERVE

annual hoMe tour New Friends New Life Sunday, Nov. 23, 1–4 pm

Tour some of Dallas’ most beautiful, exquisite homes by VIP transportation or at your own pace. Either way you choose, you will enjoy a leisurely Sunday afternoon for a good cause. Tickets at Tom Thumb stores or newfriendsnewlife.org. duffy.johnson@hppc.org.

treasures oF hope toy drive Tuesday, Nov. 11–Sunday, Nov. 30

Donate new, unwrapped toys and gift items for kids of all ages. Donation boxes are in the Welcome Center. To help decorate, stock shelves, collect toys or work at one of Dallas Leadership Foundation’s Treasures of Hope Christmas shops, contact pam.huntress@hppc.org.

body and soul Saturday, Dec. 20, 8 am1816 Routh St, 75201

Be a part of a Christmas Celebration breakfast for the homeless. The party is held at St. Paul United Methodist Church. pam.huntress@hppc.org.

brother bill’s helping hand children’s christMas Wednesday, Dec. 24, 9 am–1 pm 3430 Odessa St, 75212

Throughout December, volunteers will be needed to donate, collect and/or wrap new gifts, books and grocery store gift cards. Volunteers are also needed for one of two Dec. 24 shifts at 9–11 am or 11 am–1 pm. duffy.johnson@hppc.org.

h.i.s. bridgebuilders christMas day celebration Thursday, Dec. 25, 1–4 pm

Celebrate Christ’s birth by serving food, distributing coats and toys to the underprivileged in Dallas in a loving and warm environment. This is a great opportunity for families to share the love of Christ with others. For more information, contact duffy.johnson@hppc.org.

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The Little Drummer BoyAn 8-year-old blesses our congregation with his musical talent

AFTER SPENDING SOME time with 8-year-old drummer Elijah Kyallo, it made a bit more sense to hear piano music drifting from the rehearsal room instead of the beat of drums when the interview was set to begin.

It all started when Elijah was one-year old. His mother said he would sit for hours on the floor with spoons, pens or anything that would make noise and tap to the beat of music playing in the house. When Elijah was just three, he started playing around with a small keyboard and taught himself to play by ear. Even though he has not had one official lesson, he plays both instruments like someone with decades of experience.

The Kyallos see God blessing their little drummer in special ways so he can use his musical talents to bless others. Four years ago, the family was attending a church conference. During a break, while his parents, Charles and Jane, were off to the side meeting with someone, Elijah hopped into the empty seat at the drums on stage and began playing like he had so many times in their kitchen.

A man rushed over to his mother and father and asked incredulously if they knew their son could play so well. The man was so taken aback that he asked to purchase a drum set for Elijah so that he could continue to play and improve at home.

During a recent visit, Elijah’s uncle insisted on upgrading to a full-sized keyboard for his talented nephew. Jane, his mom, sees these as true blessings.

Elijah started as the drummer for All Nations at the tender age of seven when the spot opened up last minute and his dad volunteered him. Asked if he was nervous, Elijah shyly said, “No, not really.”

The entire Kyallo family, originally from Kenya, enjoys music and feels blessed to be able to share it. Charles plays the bass guitar and has been singing every week at the All Nations Worship Service for the past two years. Jane passionately sings the English and Swahili songs with members of the worship team. Elijah also has a 16-year-old brother, Samuel, who has recently taken up the bass guitar.

The Third Grade musical prodigy seems to enjoy every aspect of life. He loves to play baseball and his favorite subject right now is science. He hopes to become a scientist one day and play his music on the side. His mom said, “I see a joy in him when he plays and I have learned to let him be! I don’t hinder his creativity and it’s amazing!”

Come hear the Kyallos at the All Nations Worship Service on Sundays at 11 am in the Hunt Building Gym. For more information, visit hppc.org/allnationsinternational.

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Cup of Christmas CheerCup of Christmas CheerSunday, Dec. 7, 3–5 pm

Home of Phyllis Leiser: 3012 Hanover Street

Limited Nursery Care is available with reservationsby noon on Monday, Dec. 1.

Contribute to local and global Christian ministries in honor of your loved ones

hppc.org/advent

Sundays, Nov. 23–Dec. 21Stained Glass Hallway

kirkin o’ th’ tartan

Featuring north texas caledonian pipes & druMs Sunday, Jan. 25Sanctuary Services

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Celebration of Hope Work Day – June 28T. Hardie, Cheryl Andrews and Pat O’Neil with homeowners

Haiti Outreach Ministries Dinner – Aug. 17 Front: Lauren Gilmore and Maddie Ziegler

Back: Judi Wheeler, Jonathan Hicks, Pastor Leon Dorleans, Neal Barker and Mark Nall ECO Annual Gathering’s Tireless Volunteers D’Ann Moore and Kathleen Hodges

Confirmation Sunday – Sept. 7 Reed Marvel got a congratulatory hug from his father, Randy, on that special day.

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All Nations led worship time at ECO Gathering Charles Boampong and Innocent Ombeni

Women’s Fall Celebration Luncheon – Sept. 15 Catherine Rhodes and Stacy Becker

Christina Knott and Lorin Welsh with their babies, enjoy the Young Adult Fall BBQ on Sept. 13

Young Adult Fall BBQ Adam and Debbie Hancock, Molly Zumbro and

Andy Moehlman

Third Grade Bible Sunday – Sept. 14 Campbell Elliott with her mother, Kathleen

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Upcoming Calendar NOV./DEC.

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thursday, nov. 13 Men’s Haiti Mission Trip Departs

Deacon Dinner Elliott Hall 5:45–7:30 pm

sunday, nov. 16 Salvation Army Food Drive Elliott Hall 9 am–12:30 pm

JAM56 Third Sunday Breakdown Off Campus 12:15–2:30 pm

Wednesday, nov. 19 Gathering of Men Lunch Series Elliott Hall 12–1 pm

GriefShare© Home of Nelson Bell 6:30–8:30 pm

saturday, nov. 22 GriefShare© Home of Nelson Bell 10 am–12 pm

sunday, nov. 23 Genesis Pie & Casserole Sale Hunt Bldg/Wight Garden 8:45 am–12 pm

Salvation Army Food Drive Elliott Hall 9 am–12:30 pm

4th Sunday Lunch Elliott Hall 12:15–2 pm

Fish & Loaves Gift Market Stained Glass Hallway 9 am–12 pm

Young Adults Friendsgiving Dinner Young Adult House 3 pm

Monday, nov. 24 Women’s Ministry Hands of Love Elliott Hall 9–11 am

tuesday, nov. 25 HPPDS Thanksgiving Sanctuary Service Sanctuary 11–11:45 am

Hillier School Thanksgiving Feast Elliott Hall 11:30 am–12:15 pm

Hillier School Thanksgiving Chapel Sanctuary 12:15–1 pm

thursday, nov. 27 Salvation Army Food Drive Sanctuary 10–11 am

Thanksgiving Service & Special Offering Sanctuary 10–11 am

Thanksgiving – Church & Offices Closed After Service

Friday, nov. 28 Thanksgiving Holiday – Church & Offices Closed

tuesday, dec. 2 Tuesday Nights – Young Adult Community Young Adult House 7–8:30 pm

Wednesday, dec. 3 Advent Recital Series Wynne Chapel 12:15–12:50 pm

Children’s Ministry Advent Festival Elliott Hall 6–7 pm

Middle School First Wednesday Big Group Bell Center 6–7:30 pm

Friday, dec. 5 Reconciliation Outreach Annual Tree Lighting Off Campus 6–8:30 pm

saturday, dec. 6 Apartment Bible Club Christmas Party Off Campus 10:30 am–12 pm

Mercy Street’s Middle School Christmas Party 3801 Holystone St TBD

Young Adult Christmas Party Off Campus 7–10 pm

sunday, dec. 7 Fish & Loaves Gift Market Stained Glass Hallway 9 am–12 pm

World Missions Market Elliott Hall 9 am–12 pm

Come to the Table Workshop Wynne Chapel 9:30–10:30 am

Covenant Parenting Class Room 105 9:30–10:30 am

Youth Ministry’s Club Christmas (5th–12th Grade) Bell Center 9:30–10:30 am

Women’s Ministry Cup of Christmas Cheer 3012 Hanover St. 3–5 pm

Confirmation Class Bell Center 6–7:30 pm

The Den College Christmas Party 3833 McFarlin Blvd 7–9 pm

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Monday, dec. 8 Women’s Ministry Monthly Bible Circles On & Off Campus Varies

Troop 82 Court of Honor Elliott Hall 6–9 pm

Wednesday, dec. 10 Advent Recital Series Wynne Chapel 12:15–12:50 pm

MASH Candy House Construction Alexander Hall/Gym 6–7:30 pm

JAM56 Christmas Party JAM Room/Gym 6–7:30 pm

Middle School Christmas Party Off Campus 6–7:30 pm

High School Christmas Party Bell Center 7–8:30 pm

saturday, dec. 13 Chancel Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary 10 am–12:30 pm

Parents Afternoon Out** Alexander Hall/Gym 11 am–2:30 pm

All Nations Youth Christmas Party Bell Center 5:30–10 pm

sunday, dec. 14 Fish & Loaves Gift Market Stained Glass Hallway 9 am–12 pm

World Missions Market Stained Glass Hallway 9 am–12 pm

Youth Ministry’s Club Christmas (5th–12th Grade) Bell Center 9:30–10:30 am

Highlander Concert – Rejoice! Sanctuary 7–9 pm

Wednesday, dec. 17 Advent Recital Series Wynne Chapel 12:15–12:50 pm

Project JAM56 at Reconciliation Outreach Off Campus 4–7 pm

Family Christmas Dinner Elliott Hall 6:30–8:30 pm

College Away Students Christmas Party 3833 McFarlin Blvd 7–9 pm

Friday, dec. 19 HPPDS Christmas Sanctuary Service Sanctuary 11–11:45 am

HPPDS Grandfriends Tea Elliott Hall 12–3 pm

Hillier School Christmas Chapel Sanctuary 12:45–1:30 pm

saturday, dec. 20 Body & Soul - Christmas Celebration Breakfast Off Campus 7:30–11 am

Chinese Christmas Event Bell Center 5–8 pm

sunday, dec. 21 Fish & Loaves Gift Market Stained Glass Hallway 9 am–12 pm

World Missions Market Stained Glass Hallway 9 am–12 pm

Intergenerational Sunday School Class with guest speaker Dave Edwards

Elliott Hall 9:30–10:30 am

Wednesday, dec. 24 1105 Modern Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Elliott Hall 11:05 am

Christmas Eve Service led by Children’s Choirs Sanctuary 4 pm

Candlelight Service led by Youth Choir Sanctuary 6 pm

Candlelight Service led by Chancel Choir Sanctuary 8 pm

Candlelight Service led by Chancel Choir Sanctuary 11 pm

thursday, dec. 25 Christmas Day – Church Offices Closed

All Nations Christmas Day Service Gym 11 am–4 pm

H.I.S. Bridgebuilders Christmas Day Celebration Off Campus 1–4 pm

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Monday, dec. 29 New Years Family Camp Begins Pine Cove

Wednesday, dec. 31 All Nations New Years Eve Service Gym 10 pm–1 am

thursday, Jan. 1 Church Offices Closed

Monday, Jan. 5 Park Cities Basketball League Begins Gym 6:30–10:30 pm

Friday, Jan. 9 Elementary Family Friday Night–Ice Skating Galleria Mall 7–8:30 pm

saturday, Jan. 10 Chancel Choir Workshop Alexander Hall 9 am–12 pm

sunday, Jan. 11 Parenting NOW Event Elliott Hall 9:30–10:30 am

Monday, Jan. 12 Women’s Ministry Monthly Bible Circles On & Off Campus Varies

Wednesday, Jan. 14 Wednesday Night Series Elliott Hall 5:30–7:30 pm

thursday, Jan. 15 Deacon Dinner Elliott Hall 5:45–7:30 pm

Friday, Jan. 16 Cuba Mission Trip Departs

sunday, Jan. 18 JAM56 Third Sunday Breakdown Off Campus 12:15–2:30 pm

Monday, Jan. 19 Martin Luther King Day – Church & Offices Closed

Wednesday, Jan. 21 Carolyn Brown Literary Event Elliott Hall 11:30 am–1 pm

Wednesday Night Series Elliott Hall 5:30–7:30 pm

sunday, Jan. 25 Kirkin O’ Th’ Tartan Sunday Sanctuary Services 9:30 & 11 am

4th Sunday Lunch Elliott Hall 12:15–2 pm

Confirmation Class & Parent Meeting Bell Center 6–7:30 pm

Monday, Jan. 26 Women’s Ministry Hands of Love Elliott Hall 9–11 am

Wednesday, Jan. 28 Wednesday Night Series Elliott Hall 5:30–7:30 pm

saturday, Jan. 31 JAM56 Mother/Daughter Retreat Departs Pine Cove TBD

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sundays Prayer Time With a Pastor H019 8:30–9 am

Nursery (2 months–2 years) Alexander Bldg 8 am–1:30 pm

Early Childhood Sunday School (2 yrs–Kindergarten) Alexander Bldg 9:30 & 11 am

Elementary Sunday Morning (1st–4th Grade) Alexander Bldg 9:30 am

JAM56 Sunday Morning (5th–6th Grade) JAM56 Room 9:30 am

Youth Sunday Morning Communities Bell Center 9:30 am

Adult Sunday Morning Communities Locations Online 9:30 am & 11 am

Children’s Choir Rehearsals* Alexander Bldg 4:45–5:45 pm

Genesis Youth Choir Rehearsal* Choral Hall 4:45–6 pm

The Den (ends Nov. 23, resumes Jan. 18) College House 6–7:30 pm

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Events, dates and times are subject to change and reflect information received when the issue was sent to press. Visit hppc.org/calendar for most up-to-date information.

*Check hppc.org/calendar for rehearsal/class schedules **Advance registration required

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Mondays Boy Scouts Troop 82 Weekly Meeting Alexander & Hunt Bldg 7:30–9:30 pm

tuesdaysASCENT Men’s Morning Community(Ends Nov. 25, resumes Jan. 6)

Elliott Hall 7–7:50 am

Yoga H019 8:30–9:30 am

Mom’s After God’s Heart Bible Study* H018 9:30–11:15 am

Chinese Women’s Bible Study* Parlor 10 am–12 pm

Women’s Beth Moore Brown Bag Study* Bell Center 11:30 am–1 pm

Ladies Tuesday Night Beth Moore Bible Study* H020 6:30–8 pm

Highlander Bells Rehearsal* H017 6:30–7:30 pm

Troop 80 Boy Scouts Weekly Meeting Bell Center 6:45–8 pm

Co-Ed Community Bible Study (CBS)* Elliott Hall/Various 6:45–8:15 pm

Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting H018 6–7 pm

Families Anonymous Meeting H019 7–8 pm

LITE Class** Alexander Hall 7:30–9 pm

Wednesdays Chinese Business Men’s Breakfast Elliott Hall 7–8 am

Women’s Ministry Women in the Word* H018-H020 9:45–11:30 am

YA Women’s Bible Study* Parlor 10:30 am–12 pm

Women’s Yoga Bell Center 12–1 pm

MASH Wednesday Night Bible Study Alexander Hall/Gym 6–7:30 pm

JAM56 Wednesday Night Bible Study JAM Room/Gym 6–7:30 pm

Middle School LTGs (Days May Vary) Off Campus 5:30–8:30 pm

Freshmen Big Group Bell Center 7–8 pm

High School LTGs (Days May Vary) Off Campus Evening

Chancel Choir Rehearsal H208 7–9:30 pm

thursdays Frank Hundley’s Mens Shared Bible Study H019 7:30–8:30 am

Women’s Ministry Early Bird Bible Study* Bridesmaid Room 7:30–8:30 am

Women’s Ministry Precept Bible Study* H018 9–10:30 am

Women’s Yoga Bell Center 4–5 pm

Elliott Handbells Rehearsal* H017 6:30–8 pm

Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting H019 7–8 pm

Smokey John’s BBQ Bible Study Off Campus 7–8:30 pm

Fridays Men’s Breakfast at Flying Fish Off Campus 7–8 am

Senior Adults Friday Fellowship Elliott Hall 9 am–1 pm

All Nations Youth Bible Study Off Campus 7:30–9:30 pm

saturdays All Nations Worship Team Rehearsal Gym 3–5 pm

Chinese Weekly Bible Study H020 6:45–8:30 pm

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parish neWs

Information printed in Parish News is provided from HPPC’s Congregational Care list. If you want to share news of births, baptisms, marriages or deaths,

please contact Elaine Curtis in Congregational Care at 214-525-4230 or elaine.curtis@hppc.org or online at hppc.org/parishnews.

For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven. Ecclesiastes 3:1

births

Oscar Charles BrookshireSon of Anne and Brent BrookshireBorn May 5, 2014

Ryan Anderson DuckSon of Emily and Alex DuckBorn May 8, 2014

Adriella Grace K.Daughter of Michelle and Kevin K.Born May 17, 2014

Preston Thomas EastburnSon of Lauren and Justin EastburnBorn May 22, 2014

Hasten Louise PenfoldDaughter of Angela and Clark PenfoldBorn June 4, 2014

William DeWitt StarkSon of Janie and Taylor StarkBorn June 25, 2014

Ashley Ann HuntDaughter of Chelsea and Austin HuntBorn July 14, 2014

Madison Joye HuntDaughter of Chelsea and Austin HuntBorn July 14, 2014

Charlotte Anne BarkerDaughter of Shannon and Neal BarkerBorn Aug. 26, 2014

Ryan Njororai AsoaSon of Ben Asoa and Angela Njororai AsoaBorn Aug. 26, 2014

Joseph MuiruriSon of Annie Muiruru and Samuel MuhiaBorn Sept. 18, 2014

Eliana Zakiya KaumeDaughter of Faith Kiunga and Moses EringoBorn Sept. 20, 2014

John Grandy HuntSon of Casey and Morgan HuntBorn Sept. 27, 2014

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Georgina Grace BeckerDaughter of Alexia Milner and Brandon BeckerBorn Dec. 12, 2013Baptized May 11, 2014

Zane David BlauserSon of Anne and Brent BlauserBorn Dec. 3, 2013Baptized May 11, 2014

Sofia Marin HallamDaughter of Natasha and Andrew HallamBorn May 26, 2013Baptized May 11, 2014

Melissa Scout NewmanDaughter of Lynsie and Clayton NewmanBorn Dec. 26, 2013Baptized May 11, 2014

Olivia Doreen ReedDaughter of Lauren and Chris ReedBorn May 4, 2012Baptized May 11, 2014

Sophia Elizabeth ReedDaughter of Lauren and Chris ReedBorn May 24, 2010Baptized May 11, 2014

Andrew GreeneBaptized June 6, 2014

Andrew Douglas KelleySon of Margaret and Doug KelleyBorn Sept. 19, 2013Baptized July 13, 2014

Langley Ryan BurnsDaughter of Leigh and Taylor BurnsBorn March 3, 2014Baptized July 20, 2014

Heavin Anne CurtisDaughter of Maggie and Rhett CurtisBorn Jan. 21, 2014Baptized July 20, 2014

Scarlett Caroline YanceyDaughter of Claire and Brandon YanceyBorn April 17, 2014Baptized July 20, 2014

Adriella Grace K.Daughter of Michelle and Kevin K.Born May 17, 2014Baptized Aug. 10, 2014

Kelly Kingsley HuntDaughter of Michelle and Carter HuntBorn Dec. 5, 2013Baptized Aug. 17, 2014

Kyle Robert MelsonSon of Jennifer and Jed MelsonBorn Dec. 3, 2013Baptized Aug. 17, 2014

*Only immediate family members that are surviving church members are listed.

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For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven. Ecclesiastes 3:1

To schedule a baptism, contact Marti Oden at 214-525-4348 or marti.oden@hppc.org. Because of our large congregation, we can only list weddings of members or children

and grandchildren of HPPC members. Deaths of members or their immediate family will be listed. Births and baptisms include members and their children.

sacraMent of baptisM,cont. Hewitt Charles SeaySon of Stephanie and Michael SeayBorn Oct. 25, 2013Baptized Sept. 14, 2014

Ryan Anderson DuckSon of Emily and Alexander DuckBorn May 8, 2014Baptized Sept. 21, 2014

Preston Thomas EastburnSon of Lauren and Justin EastburnBorn May 22, 2014Baptized Sept. 21, 2014

Sam Giddings LeakeSon of Melissa and David LeakeBorn Mar. 18, 2014Baptized Sept. 21, 2014

Weddings

Kensey Gilbert and Ross Rabun Daughter of Lil and Rick GilbertSon of Jenny and Phil RabunMarried May 17, 2014

Grace Lovell and Brian Laird Daughter of Leslie and Bill LovellSon of Cynthia Laird and Ray LairdMarried May 23, 2014

Lauren MacIver and Dayton Macatee Daughter of Pamela MacIverSon of Julie and Dayton MacateeMarried May 24, 2014

Lindsey Vincent and Shane Seroyer Daughter of Kathy Vincent and Victor and Kristi VincentSon of Sandra and John SeroyerMarried May 31, 2014

Sarah Willeford and Rex Billings Daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Vinson TrizzaSon of Jean Ann Billings and the late Robert BillingsMarried June 7, 2014

Bryson Colley and Preston Dale Daughter of Elaine and Bob ColleySon of Jacki and Mark DaleMarried June 14, 2014

Jessica Smith and Austin Underwood Daughter of Georgia and Doug SmithSon of Jan and Joe UnderwoodMarried June 28, 2014

Katherine Terrell and Andrew Frank Daughter of Nancy and Brian TerrellSon of Susan and Kent FrankMarried June 28, 2014

Jillian Bliss and Will Jones Daughter of Paula BlissSon of Rebecca Jones and Jon JonesMarried July 12, 2014

Mary Katherine Allen and Andrew Hill Daughter of Melissa and Mike AllenSon of Patti and Alan HillMarried July 12, 2014

Kimberly Alise and James Aston III Daughter of Bonnie BlaaseSon of Alice and Dick BassMarried Oct. 4, 2014

Katherine Bodner and Dr. James Grogan Daughter of Mary FialaMarried Oct. 4, 2014

Entered the churchtriuMphant Martha Corley Barnes, passed away on Jan. 26, 2014.

Adela Tsai, passed away on April 28, 2014. Sympathy to her granddaughter, Joanne Webb, and family.

Edwin Freeman, passed away on May 4, 2014.

George Crawford, passed away on May 7, 2014.

Rosemary Wanjiku Mwangi, passed away on May 17, 2014. Sympathy to her sister, Loice Mwangi, and family.

Geofrey Muriuki Mbugua, passed away on May 23, 2014. Sympathy to his daughter, Tabitha Muriuki.

Elaine Dial, passed away on May 24, 2014. Sympathy to her husband, Henry Dial.

Barbara Hamric, passed away on June 8, 2014. Sympathy to her daughter, Sara Freund, and family; her son, Larry Hamric, and family.

Rev. Mary Nkoyo, passed away on June 4, 2014. Sympathy to her sister, Elizabeth Macharia, and family.

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parish neWs

Information printed in Parish News is provided from HPPC’s Congregational Care list. If you want to share news of births, baptisms, marriages or deaths,

please contact Elaine Curtis in Congregational Care at 214-525-4230 or elaine.curtis@hppc.org or online at hppc.org/parishnews.

Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4

*Only immediate family members that are surviving church members are listed.

Entered the churchtriuMphant,cont.

Elizabeth Lovett, passed away on June 14, 2014. Sympathy to her niece, Sylvia Gaines.

Joe Masters, passed away on June 19, 2014. Sympathy to his wife, Mary Masters, and family.

Kendra Melancon, passed away on July 7, 2014. Sympathy to her daughter, Michelle Schwabauer, and family.

Duncan Ngotho Kangethe, passed away on July 9, 2014. Sympathy to his parents, Paul Ngotho and Mercy Kangethe, and family.

Joanne Stevens, passed away on July 18, 2014. Sympathy to her husband, Steve Stevens, and family.

Geraldine Thompson, passed away on July 19, 2014. Sympathy to her son, Wayne Thompson, and family.

David Bach, passed away on July 19, 2014.

Robert Hosokawa, passed away on July 26, 2014. Sympathy to his daughter, Mary Sue Brown, and family.

John “Jack” Harbin, passed away on July 27, 2014. Sympathy to his daughter, Linda Robuck, and family.

Bill Clark, passed away on July 30, 2014. Sympathy to his brother, Bob Clark, and family.

Allene “Mic” Murphy, passed away on Aug. 1, 2014. Sympathy to her son, Roland Murphy, and family.

Barbara “Bobby” Gabbert, passed away on Aug. 4, 2014. Sympathy to her grandson, Brian Gabbert, and family.

James Kibicho, passed away on Aug. 5, 2014. Sympathy to his daughter, Carol Kibicho.

Dr. Harriette Livingston, passed away on Aug. 12, 2014. Sympathy to her daughter, Barbara Hathwick, and family.

Stewart Cockrell, passed away on Aug. 13, 2014. Sympathy to his parents, John and Jane Cockrell, and family.

Phyllis Marigu Mugo, passed away on Aug. 13, 2014. Sympathy to her son, Daniel Kinyua.

Edna Jackson, passed away on Aug. 18, 2014. Sympathy to her daughter, Beverley Bello, and family.

Frances Wilson, passed away on Aug. 25, 2014. Sympathy to her daughter, Elenora Asbury, and family.

Danielle Johnston, passed away on Sept. 1, 2014. Sympathy to her husband, Adam Johnston, and family; her parents, Davie Lee and James Giles; and her brother, Paul Giles, and family.

Earl Schmalz, passed away on Sept. 9, 2014.

Rev. Dr. Oran Nabors, passed away on Sept. 21, 2014. Sympathy to his son, Christopher Nabors.

Zarah “Zee” Njeri Kimotho, passed away on Sept. 23, 2014. Sympathy to her sister, Cindy Kimotho, and family.

Tom Klessig, passed away on Sept. 24, 2014. Sympathy to his parents, Annie and Richard Klessig, and family.

Patsy Reeves Cockrell, passed away on Sept. 25, 2014. Sympathy to her son, Jim Cockrell, and family.

Beth Kimwele, passed away on Sept. 29, 2014. Sympathy to her son, Charles Kimwele, and family.

Mary Ellen Hanna, passed away on Sept. 29, 2014. Sympathy to Scotty Rodgers.

Dale “Dilly” Lawson, passed away on Oct. 2, 2014. Sympathy to her granddaughter, Maggie Curtis, and family.

Jacqueline DeSalme, passed away on Oct. 5, 2014. Sympathy to her son, Allen DeSalme, and family.

* Only immediate family members that are surviving church members can be listed.

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Drew Armstrong Kathryn Armstrong David Axelson Neal Barker

Shannon Barker Rachel Connell Alison Kirkpatrick Andrew Kirkpatrick

Eva McKee Peter McKee Mathew Ngao Ashley Silva

Jordan Silva Ashton Steele Timothy Zeigler Maddy Ziegler

Wednesday, Jan. 2111:30 am – 1 pmElliott Hall

Make reservations athppc.org/libraries or 214-525-4217

Hear author, Carolyn Weber, discuss her journey from skeptical agnostic to dynamic personal faith in God during graduate studies in literature at Oxford University.

Surprised by Oxford is a hugely readable journey of cultural & spiritual discovery, sparkling with wit & wisdom. –Alister McGrath, Author & Theologian

Adult Mission Trips: My God at Work HPPC short-term missionaries share a glimpse into recent trips

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This summer, more than 30 adults had the opportunity to witness God at work. Sometimes it was witnessing a special moment had by a person they were there to serve, and sometimes it was an experience that they themselves had. We asked them to share their experiences so you can see how God uses everyone to further his Kingdom.

hppc.org/missiontrips

Honduras“At the time of the dedication of the well from HPPC to the village, there were a lot of emotions on both sides. Our trip leader preached on the Bible verse, John 4:13–14: Jesus answered and said to her, ‘Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again; but whoever drinks the water I shall give will never thirst; the water I shall give will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life.’ The message became clear to the local village people that this clean living water was bigger than just using water to cook, clean and bathe. It represented eternal life through the Lord.” – Sean Murphy

Spain“Working this summer as ‘hospitaleros’ at La Fuente del Peregrino, we had the opportunity to share the love of Christ through hospitality, refreshment, conversations, prayer and a place of comfort to pilgrims walking hundreds of miles on ‘El Camino de Santiago.’ One day the HPPC children started to sing VBS songs for the pilgrims. Pretty soon, pilgrims who had already walked hundreds of miles joined in singing and even danced along to the music.

The pilgrims we served were from over 40 countries all around the world. As many as 300 pilgrims would pass by each day, and most would at least stop for a short rest. Ten to fifteen would stay overnight at our alburgue. Each pilgrim’s journey was unique. One night after dinner, a Hindu gentleman from India joined several of us who were outside playing the guitar and singing. He requested Christmas carols. What a surreal experience singing ‘O Holy Night’ in July in Spain with pilgrims from all over the world! These two stories are just a few that show me how God can truly use music to share his love with people.” – Mark Mills

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Njuthine, Kenya“This was our seventh trip to Njuthine and it almost didn’t happen due to terrorist threats in the region this summer. A small team decided to accept the risk so that we could see our brothers and sisters in Njuthine.

Prior to our very first trip to the village, African dignitaries were not even aware of Njuthine because it wasn’t on their maps. Since then, HPPC has devoted funds and hard labor to help them build an irrigation system that pipes water from far away. To our surprise and delight we saw large signs that read USAID, which means that the U.S. is now working with Kenyans to provide soil testing. Because they now have water, they will plant the best crops for their area, which will make them more self-sustaining.

I have seen, heard and felt God’s miraculous blessings envelope this village.” – Elaine Curtis

Imbirikani, Kenya“I clearly saw Jesus at work through the young women that attend the Imbirikani Girls School. The young women are so impressive and so appreciative to have scholarships to a Christian secondary school.

Our family helps support two of the young women, Faith and Doris, and to meet them and hear their stories was a true blessing. Without scholarships these young girls would already be married with children before 14–15 years of age and possibly endure sexual mutilation that is customary in their tribes. With the Imbirkani Girls School they now know that education for young women is the key to success. They both plan on attending a University after graduation and having a bright future.

Both girls saw HPPC in action with the VBS and Christian Growth Seminar and painting of a new church and school house nearby. Faith and Doris learned the lesson of a servant’s heart and they now know that giving back to their community is important as well.” – A.B. Aston

Ethiopia“God is so in the thick of this. God’s majesty is made evident when those who were once so alienated from anyone who showed them care and dignity are made truly new when they come to understand that they too are children of a very loving and real God and Savior. AIDS is an evil disease, in that it not only damages the body. It destroys relationships in the family and community. But God’s people create a new community. Those that were once stigmatized and marginalized are welcomed into the family of God. And we are blessed to see the work of an empowering Spirit; that shows itself in lighting an inner lamp, a fresh breath in dry bones and creates a true transformation that is actually, physically observable. Amazing grace.” – Terese Stevenson

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Senior Pastor Installation Service Oct. 5Bryan Dunagan with his mentor, Vic Pentz

All-Church Picnic Oct. 5 Hongyin Gao and Liying Wang with their son, Yangyang

Snocones makes smiles for these girls Olivia Coker, Emily Quinn and Carley Hutchison

All Church Picnic drew a large crowd Almost 1,000 people gathered on the front lawn after worship services for a great meal, fellowship and beautiful fall weather

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Milwaukee, WI Mission TripGrades: Completed 7th–8th | July 6–12

Sky Ranch Ute Trail, CO Confirmation TripsJune 21–27 or July 19–25

Must be in enrolled in confirmation class

Middle School

San Antonio, TX Mission TripGrades: Completed 5th–6th | June 22–27

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Genesis Youth ChoirSeattle, WA Mission Trip

Grades: Completed 7th–12th | June 13–18 Must be an active choir member

SUMMER 2015

Oct. 5 was a great day for the whole church! From l to r: Alexis Cyrus, Kuhi Mamo, Rose Kang'ethe and Shei Iriri

Helen Garrot was all smiles at the picnic.

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High SchoolSan Francisco, CA Mission Trip

Grades: Completed 9th–12th | July 6–12

Haiti Intergenerational Mission TripGrades: Completed 11th–12th | July 18–25

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EVERY FRIDAY MORNING a group of ladies gather with needles in hand and bundles of yarn spilling out of the tops of their bags ready to knit. It may sound like a pleasant pastime and an enjoyable interlude, but for those who gather it is also a mission, an outreach to our community to let people know that they are remembered at important times in life. For the ladies who gather each week it is also an act of faith and love as they create items meant to give comfort and reassurance to those in need.

No one really remembers the date the group officially started, but members agree that it grew out of a craft group that began in 1973. While the group did all kinds of things that benefitted the church, they seemed to always come back to knitting. The current ladies guess that the knitters’ group solidified around 1994. So for the past 21 years or so they have been sending their treasures all over the city and globe.

The ladies specialize in knitting prayer shawls and small hats for babies and children. The prayer shawls are prayed over and then presented to those who need to be wrapped in God’s love. The caps are made for newborns at Parkland, Texas Health Presbyterian and Children’s Medical Center, as well as school children in elevated regions of Kenya. For the

past several years, Operation Christmas Child boxes have also included a hand-knit cap. On occasion, the knitters venture into more specialized requests, such as sweaters for penguins in Australia that were rescued from oil slicks.

These are just a few of the places where these ladies have ministered through their gifts of creativity and love to a world that is desperate for warmth. The knitters invite you to enjoy good conversation and mission through knitting. For more information, go to hppc.org/programs.

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Gloria Box and Sally Wood knit caps of all colors.

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WE HEAR THESE three words throughout the Christmas season. We see it on family Christmas cards and on display in store windows. Peace on Earth is written as if it is easy, automatic, an assumed reality.

We do not have to look far to recognize there is not a sense of peace on earth. Whether it is war-torn countries in Africa, abandoned children in China, physically handicapped here in the United States or brokenness in families, reality looks us in the face and reminds us that there is not peace on earth.

Longfellow’s Christmas hymn, I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day, echoes the reality in which we live.

I Heard the Bells on Christmas DayTheir old familiar carols play,And wild and sweet the words repeatOf peace on earth, good will to men.I thought how, as the day had come,The belfries of all ChristendomHad rolled along the unbroken songOf peace on earth, good will to men.

And in despair I bowed my head:“There is no peace on earth,” I said,“For hate is strong and mocks the songOf peace on earth, good will to men.”

Longfellow sings the realities of the present world and the realities of the past. This world does not have peace, he claims and we can only assent.

And yet his song is not over, nor is the song of the earth Longfellow echoes the words of John in Revelation 21:3–5:

Then pealed the bells more loud and deep:“ God is not dead, nor doth he sleep;The wrong shall fail, the right prevail,With peace on earth, good will to men.”

We have hope.

Yes, there is the reality of pain, discord and chaos AND there is the reality of hope: hope that finds its foundation and substance in a person, Jesus, the One who brings peace to us and one day, final peace on earth.

Until then we live on an earth that is not at peace AND we live as a people who know true peace through Jesus. Knowing this peace and having this hope we do not live idly, watching the world near and far go to chaos, but we seek to know what part we play in bringing restoration, healing and peace. What is God’s call for us to bring peace to our neighbors? Do they need the peace that comes from knowing God? Do they need peace in their relationships? Do they need internal peace?

As we live into this Advent season with the past and present realities of peace on earth, we also live with the reality of the final peace and restoration that Jesus will bring in the future. May we then meet people in their places of need and may we love and show them the great hope we have in Jesus.

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FOUR YEARS AGO, Ben and Esther Wang were called from Los Angeles to Dallas to come alongside HPPC and build a ministry to share the Gospel with the thousands of Chinese students, professors and their families in our area. Today, it is clear that God is at work in Dallas’ Chinese-Mandarin community.

Members of the Chinese Church Ministry have worked tirelessly on the SMU and UT Southwestern Medical campuses, forging relationships with people who have traveled across the world to participate in the city’s world-class educational opportunities. Even though many of the families come for only several years of study and then return to China, a thriving community has been built here in Dallas.

Over the Labor Day weekend, 100 people participated in a family retreat at Camp Hoblitzelle. “Our retreat was a such a fruitful and positive experience,” Ben shared. “Sixty percent of the people who attended were non-believers. On Saturday night we had four people who came to know and accept the Lord. Praise be to God.” Through group discussions after Sunday morning worship, many newcomers also shared positive feelings about Christianity.

Another way that HPPC reaches out to the Chinese community is by hosting the Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival as it is celebrated on the night of the full moon between September and October. It is one of four important Chinese celebrations throughout the year serves to gather family and unite friends.

“We use the Mid-Autumn Festival as a way to say ‘Welcome!’

and to connect the campuses and the Chinese Ministry. It is a wonderful opportunity to introduce faith, church and U.S. religious tradition,” Ben explained.

Even though the ministry is young, it is well-known on both campuses. If a new student arrives and is looking for a church, their classmates – ministry members or not – know and may recommend HPPC’s Chinese Ministry.

The participants have shared many special moments with their fellow Chinese Ministry members including birthdays, baptisms and weddings. Recently, two members of their community – a husband and wife – were commissioned as missionaries as they returned to China.

Visit hppc.org/chinesemandarinfellowship.

Young Chinese Church Plant ThrivingThe Wang family helps connect Chinese-Mandarin families with the Gospel

Dancers prepare to perform at the Mid-Autumn Festival

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Sunday, Dec. 7 orSunday, Feb. 1

9:30–10:30 am | Wynne Chapel

A communion preparation class for Elementary students and their parents

hppc.org/elementary

“Two More Things”

Sunday, Jan. 119:30–10:30 am

Elliott Hall

hppc.org/parentingnow

Park Cities Basketball League

7th–12th Grade BoysSeason starts Sunday, Jan. 5

REGISTER AT HPPC.ORG/BASKETBALL

Hillier School Grandparents Day & Thanksgiving Feast

Tuesday, Nov. 25, 10:30 am–1 pm

Visit hillierschool.org for questions and contact information

HPPDS Christmas Service & Grandfriends Tea

Friday, Dec. 19, 11 am

Visit hppds.org for questions and contact information

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ONE OF THE PRIMARY focuses of our denomination is church planting. More than likely the image of a new building with great landscaping and a big parking lot pops into your head. However, today’s church plants don not often resemble that perception. Keith Peeler, formerly HPPC’s College Director, and his family are bringing church to the people of East Dallas.

How and when did you feel called to ministry in East Dallas?

During a staff retreat it was revealed to me that my heart was big for reaching people “outside the walls” of the church.

After taking several HPPC mission trips overseas, I realized how great the church is at training people to understand what it means to be “cross-cultural” in our outreach. When you go to Africa, the church trains you how to be culturally appropriate to reach out to Africans. I came home asking, “What are we doing to train people to be cross-cultural in Dallas?” By that I mean to the

“unchurched” or “dechurched” people

around us. These are the people that have found themselves far from church and far from God.

American churches have a unique culture. We live very similar rhythms to each other as we attend worship, Bible study and other family events. So I started dreaming about how to be cross-cultural in Dallas. How do we talk to people who do not understand our church language?

We started praying and dreaming…and God led us directly to our home in East Dallas after six months of “prayer driving” the entire city.

Tell us about your family’s ministry.

We bring Radical Hospitality and Radical Transformation to people who are far from God and improved understanding of this group to leaders in the church.

Radical Hospitality is a simple (yet radical) idea of being open to others in our lives. We open our home constantly

Keith Peeler | East Dallas Urban Church Planter

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to our neighborhood and people God has brought into our lives. Famed Christian author Henri Nouwen puts it this way: “Hospitality means primarily the creation of free space where the stranger can enter and become a friend instead of an enemy. Hospitality is not to change people, but to offer them space where change can take place.”

By creating space and loving people for who they are, they find a place of safety and security in our relationships, which opens the door to Radical Transformation. We don’t have ministry targets: We have neighbors and friends that we love. The honesty and vulnerability that we share with them is what opens the door to have conversations about what God has done in our lives.

We also create space for learning. We spend a lot of time teaching leaders about prayer walking, deep healing prayer and what it means to tangibly live life on mission. We simply want to live out what Christ did in Scriptures in total obedience in our neighborhoods in a way that non-church people can understand.

I feel like we are living as a bridge between the church and those that are far from the church. A lot of time is spent training other pastors and church leaders about how to minister effectively in neighborhoods and how to understand people who don’t want to go to church.

Give us a tangible example of ways God is moving in the lives of people in East Dallas.

Our now good friends, Robert and Laura, were engaged and needed someone to officiate their wedding. A mutual friend connected us and they asked if I would consider marrying them. After getting to know them over dinner, I told them I would be happy

to perform the service for them. I said that we don’t require pre-marriage counseling, but we certainly recommend it. After considering it for a week, they decided they wanted to go through the counseling with my wife, Megan, and me. We spent several months bringing them through a Christian marriage preparation guide.

In the beginning, they were astounded that you could actually get a Bible on your phone. By the end, God revealed himself in a powerful way to them!

Since then I have baptized Laura, their new son Wyatt, and led Robert through a service rededicating his life to Christ. They now consider themselves missionaries too – they don’t just “go” to church, they are transformed and now they are transforming others.

What are ways you intentionally connect with members of the community?

Hospitality is all about making other comfortable to be themselves. People in our neighborhood may not be interested in coming to church, but they almost always come to a good party, so that’s what we do. We have had some very interesting people in our home over the last four years!

Primarily, we just open our lives through neighborhood block parties and by investing in our local neighborhood. Last year I was asked to be the PTA President of our local elementary school. By serving in this role, doors have been opened for us to know the needs of the families in our neighborhood.

How can lay members apply aspects of what you are doing to their own lives?

First of all, we don’t do this alone! Our first recruits were Jim and Katie Goldberg from HPPC’s Young Adult

Ministry. We asked them to move into the neighborhood with us in order to work together in ministry. They both have full-time jobs in advertising and health and nutrition. We also recruited a couple from Portland, Oregon. Then we had Sarah Smith Matzke from the HPPC college ministry move in with us to be discipled.

Now we have 10–12 people who have all committed to live in our neighborhood to pray with us, worship with us and serve with us. They all have “normal” jobs and families, but they know and love Jesus in radical ways by simply being present in the neighborhood with us. We work together on developing an understanding of our giftedness and dividing the responsibilities up between us. We consistently grow in our understanding of our roles as we serve together weekly in our neighborhood.

My dream is to help HPPC and other churches develop teams like ours in neighborhoods all over Dallas. People have the most impact on the people in their spheres of influence. Where you live is your greatest sphere of influence for the Gospel. You live there, your kids go to school there, and you shop there; it is the most fertile soil in which you could ever be planted.

God has been so gracious to teach us so many things these last four years. I owe it all to HPPC in the way I was trained in mission, supported by staff and now sent by the congregation. We love our connection with HPPC and pray it will continue to grow as we learn from one another.

You can make a contribution to the Peeler’s church plant through HPPC’s Designated Giving Opportunities at hppc.org/dgo.

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+ THE ESSENTIAL TENETS

WHAT ARE THE two central mysteries of the Christian faith? What makes them “central” to our faith? Why are they called “mysteries?”

As we continue our journey through the “Essential Tenets” of our new denomination, ECO: A Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians, our next stop is the section entitled:

“Trinity and Incarnation: The Two Central Christian Mysteries.”

The doctrines of the Trinity and the Incarnation are at the center of our Christian faith because they communicate nothing less than the identity of the God we worship and the wonder of his plan for our salvation for all eternity. The faith of all Christian traditions, whether Protestant, Roman Catholic or Eastern Orthodox, find their center in these two realities.

Regarding the Trinity, the Essential Tenets proclaim:

With Christians everywhere, we worship the only true God – Father, Son and Holy Spirit – who is both one essence and three persons.

Concerning the Incarnation, the Essential Tenets confess:

Jesus Christ is both truly God and truly human…We confess the mystery of His two natures, divine and human, in one person.

To worship the only true God is to worship God the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. It is the Incarnation of God the Son to be our Savior, Jesus Christ, that restores us to fellowship with this triune God and allows us to approach him in worship. The Trinity and the Incarnation are central to all Christian faith.

How can God be “both one essence and three persons?” How can Jesus Christ be “both truly God and truly human?” As the Essential Tenets go on to state: “This is a mystery that we cannot explain, but we affirm it with joy and confidence.”

We should not be surprised that even the most central Christian doctrines are beyond our ability to comprehend fully. We should be humbled – as finite creatures of an infinite Creator; as sinners saved by wonderous grace. As historical theologian Carl Trueman puts it: “The failure of our intellects to penetrate these mysteries is vital to our Christian lives because that very failure is what drives us to our knees in gasps of adoration, praise and wonder.”

Let us worship God the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit! Let us exalt our Savior – the Incarnate One – and proclaim him as Lord with humility and awe!

Essential Tenets: Two Central Mysteries

by Rev. Dr. Michael Walker, Theologian-in-Residence

Part Three (Read previous installments at hppc.org/connect)

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CHRISTMAS IS FILLED with music. Every tradition, whether sacred or secular, connects with the wonderful season with music. Bells, Salvation Army brass bands, children’s choirs, carolers, families singing together, worship services: It seems that there is Christmas music and there are loved ones making Christmas music absolutely everywhere we turn. It can be extraordinarily inspiring.

Then again, Christmas is filled with music. Every mall, restaurant, radio station, shopping center and TV commercial is saturated with Christmas songs. Aging pop stars bent on displaying their take on a classic Christmas song, chipmunks and tacky electronic holiday decorations perform Christmas songs constantly. Our society is filled with Christmas music absolutely everywhere we turn. It can be terribly annoying.

Songs help us connect with a part of our soul, our memories and our emotional identity. Songs at Christmas

have the potential to unlock a deep understanding of the essence of the deeper truth that makes Christmas such a wonder. We all know the truth of Christmas, but music, and more specifically, making Christmas music, enables us to discover a dimension that has been previously known, but never fully felt.

It is wonderful to read familiar Scriptures about the advent and incarnation of God coming to us in the form of a child, but singing songs that reinforce and amplify those Scriptures takes us to a new place every year. Whether we are struggling through a brand-new song or singing one so familiar that we don’t bother to open the hymnal, the active participation of the human voice connecting with other human voices in the context of holy worship takes us to a spiritual place that we could never find in solitude.

Smells, traditions, food, activities and all that goes with your normal December routine are of great value and have the

potential to take you to a place of love, appreciation, fun and togetherness. But singing, and singing songs of Christmas with people you love, surrounded by the fellow Christian travelers in our services of worship, has the potential to elevate your mind and heart as you glorify God in worship. The potential to express your love to God with even more of your complete self than you realized existed is found in singing God-glorifying songs together.

Open your mouths, open your hearts, lift your voices and lift your souls. The time has come for singing and inspiring. Christmas is here and the love God has shown us can be realized when we discover our capacity to love God back with all our heart, soul and voice – our complete selves. Let the marketplace annoy itself by using Christmas music for marketing purposes. Let God’s children constantly glorify and uplift God and God’s people as we celebrate God becoming human.

Dr. GreG Hobbs, Director of Music

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Advent Sermon Series

NOV. 30 – DEC. 28 ✴ HPPC.ORG/ADVENT

✴ 11:05 aM 1105 Modern Candlelight Service Elliott Hall

✴ 4 pM Family Service Led by Children | Sanctuary

✴ 6 pM Traditional Candlelight Service Led by Youth | Sanctuary

✴ 8 & 11 pM Traditional Candlelight Service* Led by Chancel Choir | Sanctuary

✴ 11 aM All Nations Service & Fellowship Gym

CHRISTMAS EVE ✴ DEC. 24

CHRISTMAS DAY ✴ DEC. 25

*Nursery care available for children ages 2 months through 5 years for all services except 11 pm.

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Visit the nativity animals on Christmas Eve on the Front Lawn from 10 am to 5 pm!