Building a Brighter Future.

Welcome to Project Mockingbird

Project Mockingbird is our shared vision for ministry, leadership, and community impact—building a brighter future for generations on our campus and throughout Dallas.

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Phase 1 Construction Updates
Construction Worship schedule

Perched on the campus of Southern Methodist University on Dallas’ iconic Mockingbird Lane, Highland Park United Methodist Church (HPUMC) has served as a dynamic force of generosity, healing, and empowerment for our city since 1916. As we approach our 110th anniversary as a church, we are more committed than ever to ensuring that Dallas not only grows but truly thrives today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. 

HPUMC’s capital campaign, Project Mockingbird, raised over $46 million to make this vision a reality—investing in the people and places that will shape the future of our church, our leaders, and our community partners.

Leaders

Support, resources, and training opportunities for future leaders through multiple initiatives. 

Focus: 

  • Young professionals

  • Seminary students

  • Business leaders

  • Purchase of strategic property for housing

Our Church

HPUMC campus upgrades and overall ministry expansion with a focus on serving families and children.

Focus: 

  • Renovations for HPUMC Kids space, Sanctuary, Cox Chapel, Wesley Hall, and more

  • Campus-wide security enhancements

Community Partners 

Expanded role in local church planting efforts and investing in underserved communities alongside trusted partners.

Focus: 

  • Veterans 

  • People experiencing homelessness

  • St. Luke Community UMC

  • St. Philip’s Community Center

PROJECT MOCKINGBIRD GOALS

Over the next 3 years,

Project Mockingbird will serve as a catalyst for getting every HPUMC member involved in outreach and to embark on their own journey of personal and spiritual growth. As a result of the project, we hope to increase in these areas:

  • 10 pastors in training

  • 100 future leaders

  • 1,000 community circles around Dallas

  • 10,000 weekly worshippers

  • 100,000 volunteer hours per year