Prestonwood Baptist Church in Plano, Texas, hosted its "Freedom WKND" for the members of student ministry.

The Missions Box reported that 1,500 students attended the event to worship and spend time with each other. 

Freedom WKND at Prestonwood

Every year, students at Prestonwood gather for Freedom WKND to have meaningful conversations with anyone. They can also learn from professionals about everyday life topics, connect with new people, and worship together. 

According to Missions Box, speakers including Marquise Cox, Tasha Calvert, Rob Wilton, and others addressed the children this year. 

Almost 1,500 people attended Freedom WKND, despite bad weather forcing last-minute alterations. 

It was also reported that 46 students made vocational ministry commitments, and 28 individuals decided to be baptized at the event. Also, Prestonwood has designed a program to help and guide students considering a ministry-related career.

Lori Rudd, a mom and a leader in Plano Campus, said that Freedom Weekend (WKND) refuels and energizes their walk with Christ by equipping and encouraging them to live out their faith and recognize that they are forgiven and set free in Christ from sin. 

She added that freedom inspires people to serve the Lord and others in gratitude for what Jesus did for everyone.

"I also love that I get a chance to host my LifeGroup at my home; being in a different setting allows more time for application and fosters more transparency," Rudd continued, as quoted on the website. 

Prestonwood students gather for worship and LifeGroup Bible Studies during the weekends to study the Bible and discuss how it applies to their lives.

The mission of Prestonwood students is to spread the gospel throughout their local area, the country, the rest of the world, and future generations. Further, they hope to acquire the skills necessary to develop a genuine and manifest faith and to love others out of a sincere commitment to Jesus, as revealed in the Bible.

Prestonwood students seek to make a greater impact for God by sharing the good news of what He has done in their own lives with others.

About Prestonwood Baptist Church

Members of Prestonwood Baptist Church come from all around the North Texas area for worship and fellowship. The people of Prestonwood are committed to learning more about God, worshipping Him, carrying out His will, and sharing the good news of Jesus Christ with the rest of the world.

According to the church's website, on Feb. 6, 1977, the church began as a dream of the Dallas Baptist Association, which had recognized the great need for a thriving church in North Dallas. 

Members of Prestonwood can be found serving all over the world, from San Antonio and Boston to New Orleans and the Amazon to Romania and Africa. 

Also, millions worldwide have access to the life-changing message of God's Word through PowerPoint Ministries' broadcasts on television, radio, and the internet.

Now, Prestonwood boasts a thriving membership of over 49,000 people spread across three locations. The church also offers various ministries to serve the community, nation, and world. 

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