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God at the Center
by Fr. Casey
This Sunday we finish our summerlong Game of Thrones, Bible Edition. I hope you’ve enjoyed this soapy saga about the kings of Israel, and I hope our preachers have helped you make connections across the millennia to our own lives with God. I know I’ve enjoyed this summer every bit as much as last year, when we journeyed through Genesis.
It’s so important that we engage the whole Bible – including the Old Testament – not only as being about “those people, over there, back then,” but also as being about us, here and now. To call the Bible the “Word of God” doesn’t mean that we believe it was literally dictated to people by God and is therefore always inerrant; it means that we believe the Bible conveys sacred truths about who God is and what that means for us. God is able to speak through these texts, including stories that make us cringe, such as the fall of King David, so it’s essential that we approach them with open and listening hearts.
Our journey through the books of Samuel began back in June with the people of God clamoring for a king, and it will end this weekend in 1 Kings with Solomon dedicating the newly built Temple. There is a rich irony here that is important to notice. The people felt that God wasn’t ...
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- Time to Get The Party Started
- Fellowship of the Fig Pool Party
- Open Door: Wine, Cheese & Dessert
- Ministry Commissonings
- DOK Commissioning and Reception
- Figs With Kids Mom's Night Out
- Last Chance to be a Diocesan Delegate
- Bishop Search Listening Sessions
- Volunteer to be a Receptionist
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- Mother Rebecca Returns
- Church Offices Closed September 2
- Brown Bags for Food Pantry
- Blood Drive September 15
- Formation Starts September 8
- Sixth Year Progress
- Youth Acolyte Training
- Children's Formation Starts September 8
- Youth Crossover Starts September 11
- St. Hilda's at the Fig
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Time to Get The Party Started | |
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Join us in the Gathering Space this Sunday between services as we launch Fig Parties, an exciting initiative to enhance our Fig family’s engagement and energy throughout the year.
Learn about this epic lineup of one-of-a-kind experiences, meet our Fig Party hosts, and secure your tickets. All proceeds benefit ministries at The Fig. Tickets will sell fast!
Click the button below for a preview of the list of Fig Parties! Get an idea of the parties you wish to attend. Visit the booth(s) of your choice to purchase tickets.
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Note: Parties will occur between October 2024 and May, 2025. Fig Parties tickets are sold in person on a first-come first-served basis. Spots at parties are limited. Staff will be available in the Gathering Space to assist you in registering for the parties of your choice.
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Fellowship of the Fig: Pool Party
Join us Saturday, August 24 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm for our end-of-summer pool party! We'll grill burgers (veggie options will be provided).
Please register to receive the address for the party. BYOB 21+.
Registration is required
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Open Door: Wine, Cheese & Dessert
Saturday, August 24 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, Open Door invites members and allies to join us for fun and conviviality after The Table service.
Wine, cheese, and desserts will be featured.
For more info contact
Terri Torres
or call 832-547-3993
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Ministry Commissionings
If you are a member of one of Transfiguration's Pastoral Care Ministries – including Centering Prayer, Parish Nurses, Prayer Chain, our Prayer Shawl Ministry, and Stephen Ministers – we invite you to join us at one of the weekend services as we pray for you and your ministries.
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DOK Commissioning & Reception
Daughters of the King will commission their newest members Sunday, August 25 at the 11:15am service. Following the service, they will host a reception for them the Parlor.
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Figs With Kids Mom's Night Out
Figs with Kids MOMS! Please join us for our next Moms Night Out (MNO) this Sunday, August 25. We will meet for a casual get together in the church Parlor from 6:30pm - 7:30pm; please bring an appetizer or something sweet to share. BYOB.
Figs with Kids ministry serves to connect a community of parents with kids who live at home - from diapers to 12th grade! - through fellowship, education, worship, and outreach. Hope to see you at MNO!
To RSVP message
Erin Melendez
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Last Chance to be a Diocesan Delegate
Becoming a Delegate to Diocesan Convention from our congregation ensures our voice is heard on important matters of our larger church life. There is one week left to throw your hat into the ring to become a Diocesan Delegate. The Deadline to submit your application is next Friday, August 30. The coming year will see important engagements including the election of a successor to our Diocesan Bishop.
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For more info, contact
Lindsey Murphy
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Bishop Search
Listening Sessions
The Bishop Search Committee is grateful for all the people of the Diocese and Transfiguration who shared their thoughts on the search for a Bishop Coadjutor for the Diocese of Dallas. Now that the survey is complete, they are hosting three listening sessions to which the laity are invited. You will have snapshots of the survey results and an opportunity to engage in dialog,
Here are the local Dallas sessions you may wish to attend:
Click the name of the Church for directions.
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Volunteer to be a Receptionist
As we approach the beginning of our Program Year, we are looking for several people to augment our existing group of volunteers. Duties include answering the phone, providing information and direction to callers and visitors, and assisting as necessary. Hours normally are Monday-Friday 9:00am-Noon and 1:00-4:00pm. We have a number of slots available. If you have time, and want to assist your fellow parishioners and our guests, please let us know.
For more information and to Volunteer
call 972-233-1898 Ext. 229, or contact
Fred Ellis
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Mother Rebecca Returns
Please join us on Sunday, September 1 at 10:15am in Roper Hall immediately following the 9:00am service to hear all about what Mother Rebecca did during her Sabbatical.
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Church Offices Closed on Labor Day
Please note that Monday, September 2, is the observance of Labor Day and the Church Offices will be closed. Offices will reopen on Tuesday, September 3 at the normal time.
If you have an urgent pastoral need, you can contact clergy two ways:
Call 972-233-1898 and press option 9 or
click here.
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Brown Bags for Food Pantry
Our Food Pantry Ministry fills countless bags of much needed groceries for families each month. We need your help stocking up on bags. Donate your clean, un-torn, brown paper bags with handles to the Food Pantry.
There's plenty of time to collect bags and bring them to the Church. The Food Pantry will be organizing its next food distribution on Monday, September 16. Volunteers are welcome and no experience is necessary but your brown paper bags are!
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Blood Drive Coming Soon...
Mark your calendar and reserve your preferred time so that you can help save a life by donating blood. Sunday, September 15, Carter BloodCare will be on-site at Transfiguration.
Don't delay...sign-up today! Visit the website below to schedule an appointment to donate between 10:00am and 2:00pm.
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Formation Starts September 8
Formation classes this fall will explore practices of discipleship. Not sure what discipleship involves? Come and join us to learn more about how we can be salt and light for Christ.
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Outward Signs of Inward Grace
As Christians, we believe in the power of God’s grace to transform our lives, but how can grace be more than an idea or a feeling? This is why God has given us the sacraments. Sacraments are outward and visible signs of inward and spiritual grace connecting us with God’s holiness and enable us to live faithfully. This seven-week series will explore the seven historic sacraments: what they are and how they convey spiritual power for our journeys.
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Other Adult Classes
In addition to Outward Signs of Inward Grace, we offer the following classes:
The Way
Waking Up White
Watch E-news as we spotlight each of the Fall Formation offerings for Adults and make your plans to attend. Click the button below to jump ahead and get all the details.
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Youth Acolyte Training
We are looking for new youth acolytes, age 8 to 17. Acolytes serve about twice a quarter at the 9:00am service. It is a great way for children to participate in and learn about the church service. A training for those interested will be held Saturday, September 7 at 8:30am.
If interested, contact
Brooke Robb
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Children's Formation
This is a reminder to mark you calendars for the beginning of Children's Formation for the Fall. Children's Sunday School will kickoff Sunday, September 8. Impact Kids will start on Wednesday, September 11. For more details and to register see our Children's Formation Pages.
Contact
Allison Blalock
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Youth Crossover - September 11
Mark your calendars now and don't miss out on a chance for Fig Youth to get together in fellowship to pray, play, sing, and talk together. Crossover offers a break from the stresses of the week and a chance to reset and make connections.
For more info, contact
Delynda Moravec
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The Kay Andrews Bookstore
Our Bookstore and Gift Shop, located in the hallway near the Memorial Garden and the Children's wing offer a variety of gifts and books for purchase. We are open:
Thursdays: 10am - 2pm
Sundays: 9am - 1pm
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The Clothes
Horse
The Clothes Horse is a resale shop offering reasonably-priced, good-quality apparel. We currently need gently worn summer clothing, jewelry, and handbags! Donations are accepted whenever The Clothes Horse is open or clothing may be placed in the dropbox behind the store. Hours of operations:
Tuesday: 10am - 2pm
Thursday: 10am - 2pm
Saturday: 10am - 2pm
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