New Year 2024 at HPUMC

Bible Reading Plan: Ephesians

Starts Monday, January 8

After being imprisoned by the Romans, Paul pens a letter to the Ephesians, painting them a picture of unity. He explains that while we may all have different backgrounds, occupations, and spiritual gifts, we should act as one body under Christ—a family of faith, showing the love of God to others. As we read Ephesians together in 2024, we will discover how we are called to live our lives and connect with those around us according to the Gospel.

This Week in Ephesians

Wednesdays, January 10–February 7 | 7 pm | Online

Want to dive deeper into the Bible Reading Plan? Join Alex Johnston, Director of Spiritual Formation, on Wednesdays at 7 pm for "This Week in Ephesians." We'll discuss the main points of the week's reading and how it can transform our lives today. Be sure to bring your questions!

HPUMC Moms Group Studies Ephesians

Mondays, January 22–March 25 | 9:30-11 am | Room 120

Gather weekly with a community of moms committed to the deep study of Scripture, with practical implications for our daily grind. Together, we'll connect authentically with God and each other. Our hope is that your cup will be filled as you continue pouring out into the people God has entrusted you to lead. This study is ideally suited for women with newborn through middle school children.

Tower Arts Presents Tony Award Winner Adrienne Warren

Sunday, January 14 | 5:30-7 pm | Sanctuary

We are kicking off 2024 in a big way. Tony Award-winning singer Adrienne Warren will delight us with a concert of classical and Broadway favorites this January. In partnership with the Belong Disability Ministry, Adrienne will also give a masterclass to Spotlight Musical Theater participants in preparation for their annual musical. Adrienne won the Tony Award in 2021 for her performance as Tina Turner in Broadway’s “Tina: The Tina Turner Musical.” You can also find her on Netflix in TriStar Pictures’ “The Woman King" alongside actors like Viola Davis and Lashana Lynch.

Family Outreach Project: Be a Good Neighbor

Monday, January 15 (MLK Day) | 8:30-10 am | Wilkinson Center

The Food Pantry at the Wilkinson Center, an HPUMC Outreach partner, feeds hundreds of people in need. We want it to be a pleasant and welcoming environment. Help HPUMC Kids kick off the new year by reorganizing and cleaning the pantry so that those served can have the best experience possible in 2024.

The Bible: What You Need to Know

Wednesdays, January 10–April 3 | Noon-1 pm | Room 120

Join us for this in-depth exploration of the Bible. The study begins with the narrative of the Bible, reviewing the timelines, characters, and events. Next, we will look at the origins of Scripture and how the Bible came to be. We will explore the ancient manuscripts our Bible is based on and the trustworthiness of our Bible today. Finally, we will look at the inspiration, authority, and interpretation of Scripture, and how Methodists approach the Bible. Come learn your way around the Bible and develop a solid foundation for future study.

Swishin’ for Mission

January 14-18 | Tolleson Family Activity Center

Ready for some fun and friendly competition? Take part in HPUMC’s annual hoops tournament! Open to students from second grade through eighth grade, this 3x3 competition is about more than just basketball. The funds raised through this tournament help buy supplies for work projects on HPUMC Youth mission trips and allow some HPUMC youth, who may not have been able to do so otherwise, to participate in the trips.

Wednesday Night Dinner

Wednesday, January 17 | 5-7 pm | Great Hall

We're bringing people of all ages and life stages together at this come-and-go event. Meet fellow congregants and connect over a shared meal in the Great Hall before heading to Wednesday night programming or plans. All of the cooking and cleaning up are on us. We hope you can join us for this midweek gathering.

Cultural Journey

Thursday, January 18 | 9 am-3 pm | Dallas Museum of Art & African American Museum of Dallas

In light of MLK Day, we invite you to expand your knowledge of history through art and creativity. We’ll start off at the Dallas Museum of Art, where we’ll explore the “Afro-Atlantic Histories” exhibit under the guidance of a docent. After enjoying lunch at a Black-owned restaurant together, we’ll head over to the African American Museum of Dallas, a museum devoted to the preservation and display of visual art and historical documents. There, you’ll be able to explore all the museum has to offer on your own.

Day of Prayer

Saturday, January 20 | 9:30 am-1 pm | Cox Chapel

Is one of your New Year’s resolutions to grow your prayer life? Start your year in prayer at HPUMC’s Day of Prayer. We'll gather for worship in the morning, learn about and partake in different prayer practices, and pray for the ministries and staff of our church. This experience will be a restful way to sit in the Lord’s presence as the new year begins. Then, we'll close with an optional lunch and offer helpful next steps to continue praying for yourself and others beyond the Day of Prayer.

HPUMC Parent Seminar: How Much is Too Much? Parenting in a Culture of Sports Performance

Sunday, January 21 | 9:30-10:30 am | Great Hall

In a high-pressure, performance-driven culture, it can be difficult to prioritize your child’s overall well-being when school and sports demand much of their time and energy. Join the conversation as we hear from Dr. Henry B. Ellis, M.D., Medical Director of Clinical Research with Scottish Rite for Children, and explore the delicate balance between raising physically, emotionally, and spiritually healthy children and the demanding world of young athletes.

30s & 40s Singles Pickleball and Game Night

Thursday, January 25 | 6:30-8 pm | Tolleson Family Activity Center, Third Floor

We want to start the new year fostering community and connection between singles at an exciting game night! If you’ve never played pickleball before, we’ve got you covered—come by at 6 pm to learn how to play with an instructor before the event kicks off. In addition to pickleball, we’ll have cornhole, ping-pong, Connect Four, and more available for you to play. Enjoy light bites and Topo Chicos, mingle, and have fun with others in the same season of life.

"Wrestling with Doubt, Finding Faith" with Adam Hamilton

Tuesday, January 30 | 7-8 pm | Wesley Hall

Doubts are normal, even for Christians. Have you ever wondered where God is when bad things happen, if He hears our prayers, or if the Bible is really true? Kick off the new year with a thought-provoking speaker event. Join Adam Hamilton, best-selling author and senior pastor of the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection, as he explores how doubt can actually be a path to a deeper encounter with God.

Galentine’s at HPUMC: A Divine Dinner

February 8 & 9 | 6:30-8:30 pm | Great Hall

We know that when women gather together, amazing things can happen. The women of our church loved Galentine’s so much last year that we needed two nights to accommodate everyone, and this year is no exception. This event is designed to remind you that you are loved, connect you in friendship with other women, and equip you to love your people (whoever they may be) well!

Spotlight Musical: “Mission: Mirror-Mirror”

Saturday, February 24 & Sunday, February 25 | 5 pm | Wesley Hall

Belong Disability Ministry’s Spotlight Musical Theater is back with a new production! Titled “Mission: Mirror-Mirror,” the action-packed play takes place in the Oval Office with the President of the United States, his Cabinet members, and his family at the heart of the story. While one staff member’s imaginative young daughter plays unaware, an unknown enemy attempts to take control of a mirrored satellite that can impact global warming. This February, find out what happens when the FBI steps in. Spotlight Musical Theater is a theater group comprised of older teens and adults with disabilities who work with a professional artistic team to create and perform an original musical.