Maintaining the Habit
by Father Casey
We are in a busy time of year. Those of us with kids barely know a day without some end-of-year activity, or sports tournament, or special program. Many businesses are at full stride this time of year, so I know lots of folks who working long hours or traveling quite a bit for work. Not to mention that the weather is fantastic, so it’s a great time for leisure travel, and gatherings of friends, and concerts. So, for a lot of us, our calendars are full.
No doubt that contributes to the traditional dip in attendance we experience at church this time of year. In the weeks following Easter Day, services and formation classes are noticeably less full, and ministry volunteers are harder to find. After the heights of Holy Week, and the experience of over 1,200 ringing bells, singing Alleluia, and chasing butterflies, it feels like we’re missing people.
So I have a humble request. I hope you will not substitute other activities in your life for the work of being in community at Transfiguration. Even as our lives take on ...
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In this E-news:
- Nurses, Outreach & EMF in Gathering Space
- Visit to the Holocaust Museum
- The Saint John's Bible Dedication & Reception
- St. Philips Mothers Day Donations
- Formation this Weekend
- Kimberly Marshall Organ Recital
- EMF Baseball Outing, Cookout & Annual Meeting
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- EMF Baseball Outing, Cookout & Annual Meeting
- St. E's & Young Adults Meetings
- Bishop Smith Visits
- Pentecost Readers Needed
- Honoring Lana
- Youth Volunteer Meeting
- Figs With Kids Celebration
- Crossover Game Night
- Calling the Class of 2023
- VBS Key Dates
- Stock Gifts
- Realm Tips: Church Calendar
- New. Bookstore Hours
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Parish Nurse
Health Screening
Our Parish Nurses will be providing health screenings near the Labyrinth this weekend. Look for the sign and stop by for a check-up.
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Reach Out with
Outreach
The Outreach committee will be in the gathering space this week and the next several weeks to tell you about upcoming opportunities. Drop by for more information
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EMF Information Table
The Episcopal Men's Fellowship will be in the Gathering Space providing info on the Baseball Outing, the Spring Cookout, and Annual Meeting.
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Open Door & Racial Justice at the Holocaust Museum
Join us as we gather tomorrow, May 6 at the 10:00am slot at the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum. We will view the special exhibition Rise Up: Stonewall and the LGBTQ Rights Movement along with their permanent exhibitions. You must purchase tickets in advance and select the date of Saturday May 6 and the 10:00am time slot. Click here to purchase.
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Dedication of
The Saint John's Bible
This Sunday, May 7, at 5:00pm we will formally dedicate this amazing gift to the Glory of God. Mark this date and plan to join us for this once-in-a-life-of-our-parish event.
There will be noted guests participating in the Dedication Service from throughout the Dallas Area. A reception will follow, as well.
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Donations for St. Philip's
Mother's Day Shop
The St. Philip’s Mother’s Day Shop allows for the kids of the St. Phillip's community to come and choose a gift for their mom for Mother's Day. This store is supplied by donations from our church. Please consider shopping for NEW items, including: Best Mom items; Costume jewelry, bags; scarves; make-up sets; candles; picture frames; soaps, lotions, bubble bath salts; cosmetic bags. Gift bags (large) and ribbons are also needed because we wrap the gifts beautifully. Donations should be brought to the Outreach table in the gathering space by this Sunday, May 7. Volunteers are also needed to help on Saturday, May 13 at St. Philip's in South Dallas---1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Contact Susan Fisk or call 214-729-2166. You may also sign up at the Outreach table in the Gathering Space.
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Adult Formation Opportunities
This Sunday, May 7 at 10:15am our Easter formation classes will wrap-up. It's not to late to take part in these outstanding growth opportunities:
Butterflies have long been a part of our Easter celebrations at Transfiguration. Fr. Casey will conclude our exploration of butterflies as symbols of Christ’s resurrection.
Christians have been inspired to share the gospel in music, art, and poetry. Join Mother Rebecca as she guides us through some of the most remarkable, faith-filled poems about the resurrection.
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Becoming a Docent of The Saint John's Bible
This class is open to all: those who already attended trainings and those who would like to be trained as docents. You do not need to be a Biblical scholar, just have a love of God’s Word and the desire to share it with others.
This discussion on personality types with be the last in this series.
For more details and finalized locations see the Adult Formation Page on our website.
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Kimberly Marshall
Organ Recital
Internationally-acclaimed organist Kimberly Marshall returns to Transfiguration tonight, May 5, at 7:30pm to perform an organ concert sponsored by the Robert T. Anderson Recital Series of the Dallas Chapter, American Guild of Organists.
Her program titled "Intercultural Roads to Musical Expression" will include a wide variety of works, including several by well-known composers for the organ from the 17th through 18th centuries, and a selection of works by contemporary composers of African American and Native American ancestry. The program is presented free of charge.
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Episcopal Men's Fellowship Events | |
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Baseball
Outing
This Tuesday, May 9, The Annual EMF Baseball Outing will head to Frisco to watch the Roughriders take on the Wichita Wind Surge. The game starts at 6:05pm and we will carpool from the church about 5:00pm.
Tickets are $25 each and include a $10 concession stand voucher. We're looking forward to a great evening of baseball and fellowship, so sign up now.
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Spring Cookout & Annual Meeting
All Parish men are welcome to our Annual EMF cookout on Thursday, May 18 at 6:00pm. We will gather next to the Bell Tower.
Serving will start about 6:30pm, and the General Meeting will follow.
Cost is $10 per person.
Support EMF by signing up to attend
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Sign-up for St. E's Potluck Supper
Thursday, May 11, celebrate this glorious spring by joining your Fig friends, both old and new, for an evening of food and fellowship:
Roper Hall
6:00pm appetizers
6:30pm dinner
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Fellowship of the Fig Trivia Night
Our Young Adults ministry, The Fellowship of the Fig, will gather for a Trivia Night, Friday, May 12.
Come join in the fun!
For more information contact the group leaders:
Colleen Carson or Kellan Reid
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Bishop Smith Visits
Next Sunday, May 14, Bishop Smith will visit us for both Sunday services, and will confirm, receive, and renew the baptisms of adults at the 11:15am service. A reception will follow the 11:15am service in the Gathering Space.
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Pentecost Readers Needed
As part of our worship on the weekend of Pentecost, May 27 & 28,
we hear the story from the Book of Acts in many languages. If you can read the story in a language other than English, at any of our three services, please contact Fr. Ted. You can use the button below to volunteer. Be sure to let him know the language you speak and which services you would be able to attend.
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Honoring Lana
Lana Mederos retired April 27 after serving as the Executive Assistant to the Rector for the last four years. You still have a chance to make a gift in her honor. She has asked that donations be made to the Transfiguring Our Foundations capital campaign. Checks should include a note "Lana Mederos Farewell" or you may make a gift via Realm using the button below.
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Figs With Kids Plan & Celebrate
Figs With Kids are planning events for the summer. This is a great opportunity to meet other Fig families with Kiddos of all ages. Join us this Sunday, May 7th at 11:00am for popsicles in the pavilion. We will celebrate the end of this year’s formation year and kick-off the summer.
Also, mark your calendars for June 3. We will be heading to the lake- hosted by the Robb family. More details to come. Follow Figs With Kids on
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Crossover Game Night
Join the Fig Youth at 6:00pm, May 7, for Sunday Funday: a night of games and dinner. Be sure to sign-up below and remember you can bring guests to this gathering but be sure to let us know who to expect.
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Recognizing The Class of 2023
As part of our Recognition Sunday celebration, we are asking for pictures of our 2023 graduates. Send us a photo, let us know where you are graduating from, and tell us your plans are for the future (ex. college and major). Use the button below to submit your information and attach a photo.
Please submit info and photos by May 7.
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VBS Is A Month Away
All Adult Volunteers will meet for a planning session this
Sunday, May 7 at 12:30pm in classroom S203.
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Register Your Superhero
June 5 is the start of Vacation Bible School for this year! It is nearer than you think. If you have not done so already, now is the time to register your child so they become a part of the Hero Hotline where all are called together to serve God.
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More Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are still need to help us staff the Hero Hotline...the theme for this year's Vacation Bible School.
To sign us to volunteer use the link below and join us as we assist our children to grow into their ministry.
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Key Dates for VBS Volunteers
May 24 - 6-8pm - VBS Prep Party in S203
May 28 - 10:15am -12:30pm - VBS Prep and Set-Up S203
June 4 - 10:30-11:30am - Youth Volunteer meeting S203
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Stock Gifts
Transfiguration welcomes stock gifts as a means of pledge payments, memorial gifts, etc. However, some stock transfers come without notice of the sender’s name or intended designation (Capital Campaign, special project, etc.) Please contact our Parish Administrator, Cathleen Dolt, in advance of your gift, or with any questions.
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Where Is The Church Calendar
Don't be confused about where to find the complete Church Calendar. The official Calendar for ALL Church events is found on our website at: Transfiguration.net under the Connect Menu. All events for Church and non-Church events taking place in the Parish are listed here and are visible to the public.
In Realm you will find a subset of these events on the Events menu. Think of Realm as Facebook for our Church and Ministry Groups. Here you will find Registration and Sign-up options for events scheduled by various Ministry Groups. Ministry Leaders can post their events here themselves and can include the ability to sign-up to bring items for an event.
How do things get on the Church Calendar? Since facilities and resources must be coordinated, you need to submit an Event Request This applies for any event related to the Church. Once confirmed by the Church Office, it will be listed on the Church Calendar. Then Ministry leaders can post full details to their Group in Realm.
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Realm Sign-in Change
On May 3, 2-Factor Authentication (the extra step added to secure your Realm Account with an email, text, or device code) was temporarily suspended for all Realm users. You will still be able to sign-in to Realm with your email and password as usual. You will NOT be prompted for a verification code.
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New Hours of Operation
Our Bookstore and Gift Shop, located in the hallway near the Memorial Garden and the Children's wing are making adjustments to their hours of Operation. Until further notice the they will be open and ready greet you at the following times:
Thursdays: 10am - 2pm
Sundays: 9am - 1pm
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