An Epiphany Proclamation

by Father Ted

A blessed Feast of the Epiphany to all of you!

Today is one of the most important days of the church year. The prayer book lists it as a “Principle Feast,” on par with All Saints’, Pentecost, Christmas, and Easter. As you’re reading this, all around the world, Christians are celebrating the incarnation of Christ and his manifestation to all peoples. Tonight at 7:00, our parish family will celebrate this marvelous occasion with a beautiful service of Holy Eucharist, complete with choir and incense. After we have received communion, we will process outside for a traditional Burning of the Greens to remind us that the light that entered the world in the person of Jesus Christ will never be dimmed. (It’s also a festive way to get rid of the Christmas greenery.) As the greens are piled onto the fire, we’ll sing “Joy to the World” one final time as we bring our Christmas celebrations to a close. Bracken and his team are preparing a wonderful reception, and three “Wise Guys” will be wandering around with jokes for everyone.

These are just a few of the traditions that we observe to mark the Feast of Epiphany, but there are lots more in the Christian tradition. One that I’m particularly fond of is the Epiphany Proclamation.

Long before you could ask Siri to tell you the date of Easter, it was difficult for the average lay person to determine the dates of all the movable feasts on the church calendar. So, the church decided...

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The Feast of the Epiphany

Christmastide, along with our journey to Bethlehem and celebration of the Incarnation of Jesus, draws to an end tonight January 6 at 7:00pm with a final Festival Eucharist. We remember the arrival of the Magi and Christ’s manifestation to the Gentiles. At this service, we will convene outside for the annual Burning of the Greens and outdoor reception and we will welcome the three Wise Guys.

We are sad to share that long-time member, Ken Hart, died on December 27, 2022. Please keep Ken’s wife, Ellen, and his family in your prayers. Ken’s family has not made funeral arrangements at this time. We will share details, as they become available.

We also mourn the death of Gene Jacob, former Organist at Transfiguration, who died Sunday, January 1. Gene served as our interim organist after Howard Ross’ retirement, from October 2003 through May 2004. Please keep Gene’s children and family in your prayers. Gene’s funeral will take place on January 19 at 4:00pm at First United Methodist Church in Richardson.

A Requiem Eucharist for the Rev. Christopher Rogers will be held at Transfiguration on January 20 at 4:00pm.

A Requiem Eucharist for Gene Mason will be held at Transfiguration on January 28 at 1:00pm.

Rest eternal grant to them, O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon them. May their souls, and the souls of all the faithful departed, rest in peace.

Parish Nurses

The parish nurses are available Saturday and Sunday to screen for blood pressure before and after services.

You will find them in the Library on Saturday from 5:00 - 6:30pm or on Sunday from 8:30am until 11:00am.

Vestry Meet & Greet

This weekend, before and after each service, two Vestry members will be at a table in the Tower Cloister.

The Vestry provides leadership and oversight to the mission and ministry of our church and they are eager to meet you, answer your questions, and learn more about what’s on your mind.

Let's Have Breakfast Together!

All are invited to gather in Roper Hall between services this Sunday, January 8, for fellowship and a parish breakfast.

Peace Post

Join us to write our elected officials about issues of justice related to current legislation. We generally suggest three specific topics for you to consider but you're always free to address anything on your heart and mind. We supply pens, paper, envelopes, addresses - and a bit of a snack. Politicians take seriously the voices of those constituents who express their opinions, and as Christians we have a duty to make our voices heard. Meet us this Sunday in the Church Office any time between 10:00am and 2:00pm. We look forward to seeing you!

Sign-up for St. Elizabeth's Potluck

St. Elizabeth's will be hosting their monthly potluck supper on Thursday, January 12 at 6:30pm in the Parlor. If you wish to attend, please register as soon as possible so we can plan accordingly. All members of the parish are welcome, especially new folks among us. This is a great opportunity to meet new people and fellow members at the Fig! We are looking forward to seeing you there!

In Observance of MLK Day

The Racial Justice Ministry is sponsoring two events Sunday, January 15 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day:

Introduction to Sacred Ground

You are invited to Roper Hall during the Formation Hour to learn about Sacred Ground and how you can become a part of the small group experience.



Sacred Ground is part of Becoming Beloved Community, The Episcopal Church’s long-term commitment to racial healing, reconciliation, and justice in our personal lives, ministries, and society.

If you have questions, please contact

Pastor Nancy

Sandwich Lunch & Presentation

Join us in Roper Hall at 12:30pm following the 11:15am Eucharist for a Sandwich Lunch. Register below!

Along with good food and fellowship, Mr. Ed Gray will lead a presentation on "Vignettes of Dallas Civil Rights History."

The presentation starts at 1:00 pm with Q&A starting at 1:30pm.

Annual Parish Meeting

Set aside this important date in the life of Transfiguration. Plan to attend the Annual Parish Meeting on Sunday, January 29 at 10:15am. We will review our ministries from 2022, learn about our vision for 2023, and celebrate this year’s recipients of the Tau Cross and Crown Award.



During the Annual Parish Meeting, children’s and youth ministries will be helping Outreach Ministry put together soup kits in Roper Hall.

Youth Formation Returns

Can I Ask That? 8 Hard Questions about God and Faith will resume this Sunday from 10:15am - 11:00am in the Youth Center. For full details and to register if you have not already done so... Click Here!

Crossover: Making Connections

Meets Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm - 8:00pm in the Youth Center. This is a chance to gather in fellowship, to pray, play, sing, and talk together. Take a break from the stresses of the week and join us for a chance to reset and make connections.

Impact Kids

All 4th & 5th graders are invited to Impact Kids on Wednesdays, January 18th. We meet from 7:00pm - 8:00pm in classroom S203. During our time-together the kids will experience fellowship and conversation then explore how they can make an impact as kids in the lives of others. Mark your calendars for upcoming class dates: February 15th, March 15th, April 19th and May17th.

For more info, contact

Allison Blalock

Shop Our Bookstore

The Kay Andrew's Bookstore & Gift Shop offers Christian Books and Gifts. 

Store Hours: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 10:00am - 2:00pm

Sundays from 8:00am – 1:00pm.

All proceeds benefit St. Hilda's Guild and our church's ministries.

For questions about books or gifts, contact Carolyn by phone at

(972) 231-1634.

Visit The

Clothes Horse

The Clothes Horse is a resale shop providing the community with a place to donate gently worn clothing and offering budget-minded customers a source of reasonably-priced, good-quality apparel.

They are open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 10:00am until 2:00pm.

Clothing donations are accepted at any time the shop is open.

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