Praying for Pilgrims
Fr. Casey
For the first time in five years, a group of high schoolers from Transfiguration are on pilgrimage. They are en route to Ireland, where they’ll spend the next week exploring beautiful places, practicing a daily rhythm of prayer, experiencing ancient forms of Christianity, and going deeper in their faith. Youth pilgrimage has a long history at the Fig, and I’m thrilled that, thanks to your generous support, we have once again been able to send our students on one of these holy journeys. I ask you to pray for them.
On Sunday, another group of pilgrims will embark from Transfiguration, this one to Germany to witness the famed Oberammergau Passion Play. The people of that tiny town have been enacting the story of Jesus’ Passion every decade since 1634, in fulfillment of a vow they made to God during an outbreak of bubonic plague. We’ve been planning this pilgrimage for nearly four years, and it is thrilling to near our journey’s start. In these tumultuous and stressful times, including our own experience of dreadsome plague, the Passion Play bears witness to God’s abiding promise: the worst thing will not be the last thing, because of the sacrificial love of Christ in his crucifixion and resurrection.
I ask you to pray for us.
Pilgrimage is often associated with sacred sites like Jerusalem, Rome, and Santiago. Since ancient times, Christians would travel hundreds of miles to venerate holy relics or pray in the places where Jesus lived. In that spirit, Transfiguration will embark on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land in the fall of 2023, and I can’t encourage you to consider joining us strongly enough. There is nothing like standing where Jesus stood and feeling the thinness of the veil between our earthly reality and the heavenly reality.
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Faithful Departed
We grieve the death of long-time member Vera Smith who departed this life on May 5, 2022. A requiem Eucharist will be held tomorrow, Saturday, July 9 at 11:00am. Her Ashes will be laid to rest in our Memorial Garden.
This service will be livestreamed here.
Funeral arrangements have been made for Nicholas Braun. A Requiem Eucharist will be held for Nicholas in the church on July 30 at 11:00am.
This service will be livestreamed here.
Rest eternal grant them, O Lord, and light perpetual shine upon them.
May their souls, and the souls of all the departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
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General Convention 2022
The 80th General Convention of The Episcopal Church is now underway in Baltimore, MD and will continue till July 11. General Convention is the governing authority of The Episcopal Church and meets every three years as a legislative body. This year our own Mtr. Rebecca is a deputy for the Diocese of Dallas. We ask for your prayers for Mtr. Rebecca and all the deputies at General Convention.
To learn more about General Convention, watch live coverage of the House of Bishops and the House of Deputies, and view the GC80 Daily Show recapping the day's events, follow the link here.
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Transfiguration Pilgrimages
Our Ireland and Oberammergau pilgrims are on their journeys. Please keep them in your prayers throughout their travels.
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Health Screening with
the Parish Nurses
Meet one of our Parish Nurse Ministry volunteers, this weekend, for a free blood pressure screening in the Library.
Saturday, from 5:00pm - 6:30pm or Sunday, from 8:30am - 11:00am
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Third Grade Bibles
Transfiguration has a tradition of gifting a Bible to every child in the parish when they enter the third grade. This year’s third grade Bible presentation and backpack blessing will take place on Sunday, August 14 at the 9:00am service. If you have a child/grandchild entering the third grade and would like them to participate in our tradition, please register here.
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Outreach Opportunities Are Calling |
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Food Pantry
Every third Monday of the month, the Fig Food Pantry puts together grocery orders for families in need. We can always use volunteers and are open to all ages. No special skills required. Join us in Roper Hall on July 18 from 10:30am to 6:00pm - stay all day or come for an hour. Walk-in are welcome. For more info contact:
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Austin Street
Our next visit to serve dinner at Austin Street Center will be Wednesday, July 20. If you are interested in serving a meal to our most vulnerable neighbors at one of Dallas’ largest homeless shelters, please reach out to Mother Rebecca at rtankersley@transfiguration.net
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Second-Half Lunch Bunch
2nd Half, our ministry for folks entering their “second half” of life, invites you to High Tea, Wednesday afternoons at 3:30pm.
This summer, you are also invited to join the 2nd Half lunch bunch! They will meet after church Sunday, July 17, and August 21.
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Meet Our New
Youth Minister!
Our new Youth Minister,
Delynda Moravec, is available in the Gathering Space to greet Youth and parents between services on July 10 and July 17. Come say Hi!
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Youth Open House
The Youth Council would like to invite all youth (6th-12th grade) to an Open House & 6th Grade Welcome at the Youth Center on August 14. Youth leaders will be available to give tours and share with you the exciting plans for the upcoming year.
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Crossover and Farewell to Michael Sturdy
Michael Sturdy, our Interim Youth Director, will head to seminary at the start of August, and his final Sunday will be July 31. Youth are invited to a “Farewell to the Sturdys” Crossover event July 20, with Michael passing the torch to our new Youth Minister, Delynda Moravec.
The whole congregation will bid the Sturdys farewell on July 31. If you would like to make a contribution toward a purse for Michael, you may do so here. |
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Support Youth at the Fig
The Fig has a vibrant and growing Youth Group. We are seeking adults to connect with and guide our youths as they grow in their faith. We also have lots of fun! If you are interested in working with our Youth as a teacher, Crossover volunteer, chaperone, etc., please contact us.
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Summer Fun for Figs with Kids
Figs with Kids is our fellowship group for parents with children currently living at home. They will be hosting a number of events this summer and want you to join!
July 23, 11:00am-4:00pm - Lake day at Cedar Creek Lake
August 13, 5:00pm-9:00pm - Family Movie Night
To learn more, click the button below and follow Figs with Kids on Facebook.
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St. Elizabeth's Relaunch
St. Elizabeth’s Guild offers a way to meet other members of Transfiguration in a relaxed atmosphere.
This Sunday at 10:15am in the Parlor, you’re invited to join prior St. Elizabeth’s Guild leaders and members from MM&C ministry to discuss the relaunch.
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Meet the Vestry
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.
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Become a Member of the Vestry and Delegate Nominating Committee
We are looking for members to join this year’s Nominating Committee for both Vestry and Diocesan Convention Delegates. This committee helps elect our church’s leadership and those who will represent our parish at the Diocesan Annual Convention. Email Kristin Cutts at kecutts@gmail.com by July 29. |
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Bakers and Tasters Welcome August 7 for Figworks! |
Figworks is a day of outreach when we actively commit ourselves to the work of seeing and addressing the needs in our community. In addition to Figworks service opportunities, we will host a Bake Off benefitting Aunt Bette’s Community Pantry (part of St. Philip’s School & Community Center).
Sign up to serve at
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July Office Hours
During the month of July, the church offices will be closed on Mondays.
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