A dream that began in 1966…
A book featuring stories about and the history of Prestoncrest and its first 40 years was compiled, written, and published in 2014 by Dr. David Sowell, one of Prestoncrest’s long-time members and elders. It was originally published in hardcover format. A free, downloadable e-reader version is available for download below, as well, for all to enjoy at any time.
The dream to plant the Prestoncrest congregation originated in 1966 at Skillman Avenue. A steering committee composed of members of the Skillman Avenue, Preston Road, Waterview, Walnut Hill, and Lake Highlands congregations worked together to implement the vision of planting a new congregation in North Dallas.
Prestoncrest began with its first meeting in January 1972. After meeting in several temporary locations, Prestoncrest moved to its present location on 6022 Prestoncrest Lane in 1973 and has grown to a current average attendance of over 1300.
George Bailey, Prestoncrest’s first minister, preached his first sermon to 243 members on March 22, 1972. Mike Peters became pulpit minister in 1981 and served until 1987 sharing these duties with George. In 1988, Dr. Prentice Meador joined Prestoncrest as the Preaching Minister and preached until his retirement in 2007. Our current Preaching Minister, Dr. Gordon Dabbs, began serving with us in 2008.