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.
Get all the updates you need on programming and construction progress.
Where We Are Now
Phase 1 of Project Mockingbird construction begins Monday, April 6—right after Easter and includes updates to Wesley Hall, Chance’s Cafe (Currently Room 120), and the Kids Ministry spaces on the second floor.
As Phase 1 begins, you'll start to see progress that will bring new and improved spaces designed to better serve our congregation for years to come.
During Phase 1 construction, the covered entrance to the Wallace Building will be closed. This temporary change helps make way for the new and improved spaces to take shape. Clear signage will guide you to alternate entrances, with the primary church entry located at the Sanctuary North Doors, where the Welcome Desk will be temporarily located. Our staff and volunteers will be there to warmly welcome and assist you.
We encourage you to allow a little extra time when arriving for worship, classes, and events. Thank you for your patience and flexibility as we move forward together—we’re excited for all that’s ahead!
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.
These improvements are an important step for the church and are about more than the building. As we invest in these spaces, we are building a brighter future for how HPUMC is called to be a light in Dallas: forming community, nurturing faith in the next generation, deepening our community partnerships, and expanding opportunities to serve.
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 GOALSOver 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