“We go because He came”
During the Christmas Season, we pause to remember the reason why missions exist. We go because He first came to us. This Christmas, we invite you to wonder anew at the mystery of the Incarnation and to respond by sharing the Good News of Immanuel, God with us. If you have some free time over the holidays, consider joining us or one of our Ministry Partners at the following events where we might share the Good News in our city. No free time? Consider helping our Ministry Partners by gifting them some much-needed items.
- Union Gospel Mission’s Season of Giving
(December 1-31)
Help serve lunch or dinner at Union Gospel Mission’s Calvert Place (Men’s Shelter) or Center of Hope (Women’s and Children’s Shelter). This is a great opportunity for SMCs or Bible studies to serve together!
Behind Every Door Annual Christmas Party
(December 7, 5:00-8:00 p.m.)
Celebrate Christmas with Behind Every Door at Roseland Community Center (1949 N Washington Ave). Volunteers are needed to attend the event and interact with community families. Or, drop off a plate of desserts for the party at PCPC by 3:00 p.m.! Contact meredith@behindeverydoor.org to get involved.Casa del Lago Wish List
Help provide Christmas gifts for the children in Casa del Lago’s programs by purchasing an item off their Amazon wish list and mailing it directly to Casa. Gifts will be distributed on December 18.El Buen Pastor - Boxes of Blessing Distribution
(December 8, 9:00-11:00 a.m.)
Location: Marcus Recreation Center, 3003 Northaven Rd.
Join El Buen Pastor (PCA church) as they distribute 120 boxes to the elderly and other recipients in the community. Volunteers can come and go as needed.Thrive Cookies with Santa
(December 9, 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.)
Bring the whole family and help PCPC host Thrive families for this Christmas event! Do anything from greeting guests to playing games with kids while they wait to see Santa and Mrs. Clause.Voice of Hope’s Boxes of Blessing Delivery
(December 9, 10:00-11:00 a.m.)
Help deliver Boxes of Blessing to seniors and families that Voice of Hope serves. To volunteer, contact Debbie at dsolis1@voiceofhope.org. The deadline to sign up is December 7.Voice of Hope’s Adopt-A-Child Program
Help purchase Christmas gifts for kids in Voice of Hope’s afterschool program. Contact Debbie at dsolis1@voiceofhope.org to participate. The deadline to sign up is December 21.Behind Every Door Hope For Dallas Concert
(December 10, 6:00 p.m.)
Volunteers needed to greet and run the merch table for Behind Every Door’s first annual “Hope for Dallas” concert. Contact meredith@behindeverydoor.org to volunteer.Exodus Ministries Adopt-A-Family
(December 10, 6:00 p.m.)
Help provide Christmas gifts and stockings for formerly incarcerated moms and their kids! Contact ashleigh@exodusministries.org to volunteer.Men of Nehemiah Christmas Concert
(December 12, 7:00 p.m.)
Celebrate Christmas with Men of Nehemiah by joining them for a free concert at Park Cities Baptist Church. You don’t want to miss!Mercy Street’s The Joy Project
(December 12-15)
Mercy Street’s The Joy Project helps West and South Dallas Families in need by providing Christmas gifts to the children in their program and their families. Help with gift wrapping on December 12 and 13 or gift distribution on December 14 and 15. If you have any questions, please email estefania@mercystreetdallas.org or call 214-379-4595.RUF-I Christmas Party
(December 15, 6:00-8:00 p.m.)
Join international students as they decorate Christmas cookies, play games, sing carols, and discuss the true meaning of Christmas. Volunteers needed to bring supplies and attend the event!