Entertaining Angels

by Mother Rebecca

“Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it” (Hebrews 13:2).

When was the last time you visited a church without knowing a single soul? What led you to make that visit: were you on vacation or searching for a new church home? How did you feel before walking in doors: were you excited about seeing a new place or anxious about whether it would be a good fit?

For many people, visiting a church as a first-time guest (or returning to a church after just one or two visits) can be daunting. The bigger the church, the harder these initial visits can be. Churches are like families: it seems like everyone knows everyone. It can be hard to make connections with people who already feel deeply connected with one another.

Aware of the bravery it can take to visit a church and the challenges that visiting a church as large as Transfiguration can present, on April 1 we opened a new Welcome Center. The Center is the result of the creative vision of Gabby Guion, our Minister for Congregational Life. Each weekend, she and team of greeters transform our library into a pop-up hospitality booth where visitors and newer members can connect with us in an intimate and cozy space.

For many years, we greeted newcomers in our Gathering Space just outside the nave. Recently, we’ve realized...

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In this E-news:

• Butterfly Pilgrimage Presentation
• Get to Know DOK
• Kimberly Marshall Organ Recital
• Dedication of The Saint John's Bible
• Open Door & Racial Justice to visit Holocaust Museum
• New Executive Administrator to the Rector
• Youth Volunteer Meeting
• Youth at Adventure Landing / Crossover Game Night / VBS
• VBS Key Dates

Butterfly Pilgrimage Presentation

Join us on Sunday, April 23 at 10:15am in Roper Hall for a special presentation. Father Casey and fellow pilgrims will provide insights from the recent Butterfly Pilgrimage to Mexico.

Then, April 30 & May 7 at 10:15am three formation opportunities will be presented:

• Easter Monarchs,
• Poetry of Resurrection,
• Becoming a Docent of The Saint John's Bible

For more details and finalized locations see the Adult Formation Page on our website.

Get to Know DOK

Join us in the Parlor this Sunday at 10:15am to learn more about Daughters of the King, meet some members, and hear about the work they do serving our parish and the broader community.

Kimberly Marshall

Organ Recital

Internationally-acclaimed organist Kimberly Marshall returns to Transfiguration on Friday, 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.

Dedication of

The Saint John's Bible

As the Transfiguration Family we are incredibly fortunate to one of the few houses of worship where The Saint John's Bible is in permanent residence. We have set aside May 7 at 5:00pm to formally dedicate this gift to the Glory of God. Mark this date and plan to join us for this once-in-a-life-of-our-parish event.

Rise Up at the Holocaust Museum

Open Door and the Racial Justice Ministry will gather on Saturday, May 6th for the 10:00am slot at the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum. Our group will view the special exhibition Rise Up: Stonewall and the LGBTQ Rights Movement along with their permanent exhibitions.

Rise Up: Stonewall and the LGBTQ Rights Movement was created to mark the 50th anniversary of a June 1969 police raid of the Stonewall Inn in New York's Greenwich Village, explores the modern LGBTQ rights movement in the United States.

Click the link below to purchase tickets in advance. Be sure to select the date of Saturday May 6 and the 10:00am time slot.

New Executive Assistant

Her first day is today, April 14, and she will overlap with Lana until next Thursday, April 27. We hope you will stop by and offer her a warm welcome when you’re in the Church.

Lana is retiring as the Executive Assistant to the Rector. Her last day in this position is April 27. If you would like 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.

Youth Volunteer Meeting

All Youth volunteers are invited to a special meeting on April 30 at 12:00noon in the Youth Center. Lunch will be provided.

We will review what has been working this year and what we could improve upon in the next year. And as a special treat, Allison Blalock, Director of Children’s Ministry, will share ideas and facilitate a discussion about “How to Effectively Volunteer with Youth: Chrysalis to Butterfly.”

Mark your calendar and prepare for a rejuvenating and positive discussion.

Youth at Adventure Landing

Join us April 23 between 2:00pm and 5:00pm for a fun afternoon at Adventure Landing for 3 Hours of Unlimited Miniature Golf, Go-Karts, Laser Tag & Bumper Boats and a $10 game card. Cost per person is $10.



Adventure Landing

17717 Coit Road

Dallas, TX 75252

Drop off at the main entrance / ticket area at 2:00pm and pick up at 5:00pm. 

Contact Delynda if you need a carpool.

   Please register by April 21, 2022.

Crossover Game Night

Join the Fig Youth at 5:00pm, 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.



Calling The Class of 2023

Calling 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.

VBS Is Nigh

Monday 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.

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.

Key Dates for VBS Volunteers

May 7 - 12:30pm - Adult Volunteer meeting in S203

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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