Last Things First

by Father Ted

It’s easy to get carried away thinking about what lies ahead. If you’re like me, you already have your Thanksgiving menu set and most of your ingredients purchased; you’ve got the first few weekends in December planned out, and you’re making bowl predictions for the rest of the college football season. But even if your planning doesn’t look anything like mine, there’s a good chance that you are already diving headfirst into the upcoming holiday season.

NB: If you still have a few openings in your “December Dance Card,” just take a look at all the amazing opportunities to worship, pray, learn, serve, and grow around here between now and the end of the year. Feel free to scroll right past this article to see everything that’s coming up this Advent. Go ahead: I’ll be here when you get back.

As I was saying, it’s easy to get carried away with what’s coming up. But as liturgical Christians, our calendar has a way of slowing us down and preventing us from getting ahead of ourselves.  

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We are sad to inform you of the death of long-time parishioner, Shirley Moesley who died on November 6, 2022. We remember Shirley and her husband, Clarkson, whenever we see the gilded processional cross with the four seraphim, which was a gift to Transfiguration on the occasion of their twentieth wedding anniversary. A Requiem Eucharist will be celebrated for Shirley on Tuesday, November 22 at 1:00pm at the Church. Please keep Shirley in your prayers and extend your condolences to her family.

Rest eternal grant to her, O Lord; and let light perpetual shine upon her.

May Shirley’s soul, and the souls of all the departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace and rise in glory.

Service Notice



A few weeks ago we sadly informed you of the death of Margaret M. Cottingham. Arrangements have been finalized and a Requiem Eucharist will be celebrated for “Margy”, as she was known to friends and family, on Saturday, November 26 at 1:00pm at the Church. Please continue to keep Louise, Matt, their children, and all who loved Margy in your prayers. 

The Results Are In!

Following last weekend's balloting, the slate of candidates recommended by the Vestry Nominating Committee was elected. The four new members of the Vestry beginning their three-year term in January are:

Mike Mignardi, Lindsey Murphy, Alyson Thompson,

and Brett Vanderbrook 

Those selected to serve as delegates to Diocesan Convention are:



Barbara DeLizza, Alan Dunlop, Sergio Garcia, Louise Harms,

Barbara Geiter, and Mark Ramsay

Thank you to those that voted and a special thank you to

the Vestry Nominating Committee.

To date, we have reached 75% of our $2 Million goal for this year's Stewardship Campaign. We are deeply grateful for the prayerful consideration and generosity so many have demonstrated. So far, 300 households have pledged. There are approximately 200 households from whom we have not heard so far. If you have not yet made your pledge for the coming year, please help us close the gap to 100%. All responses, even those indicating you are unable to pledge this year, help the Vestry to plan for 2023. We have created a collection of tools to help you make your decision. If you have not yet responded, please submit your pledge online, contact Cathleen Dolt, our Parish Administrator, or complete a pledge card and drop it in the offering plate at church.

Visit the

Stewardship Website

or contact

Cathleen Dolt

Advent Festival This Sunday

Transfiguration's annual Advent Festival awaits you on Sunday, as we embark on a journey toward Bethlehem with the Magi. Roper Hall has been transformed into a Persian Palace filled with wonders for all. You don't want to miss the special surprise that will delight children and adults alike.

Highlights of the season:

• Tales of the Magi - Special Formation
• Transfigured Nights: Advent Lessons & Carols
• Reading the Gospel of Matthew
• Taizé for Advent
• The Longest Night
• Christmas Eve & Day

Visit the Advent page on our website for details of all the events and formation opportunities we have planned through the Feast of the Epiphany. It's where the Wise Ones go to be informed.

Click here to Learn more about Advent & Christmas at Transfiguration

A Toast to

The Table

Our first service for The Table was on September 7, 2019. After 3 long years, we will gather this Saturday at 6:30pm, to celebrate the people who keep this special service going. We will extend a hearty toast of gratitude to our Table ushers, hosts, greeters, sound technicians, musicians, altar guild, and our faithful parishioners who come to worship every Saturday night. Join us!

Pies for Austin Street

Those who have signed up to bake pies for our annual Austin Street pie event should bring their pies to church this Sunday.

For more information, contact

Allison Blalock

Thanksgiving at Abundant Life AME

Cancelled

Unfortunately, due to a gas leak at their church, our third annual Thanksgiving service with Abundant Life African Methodist Episcopal Church has been cancelled. We will look for other opportunities to worship with Dr. Michael Waters and his congregation in the new year.

Adopt an Angel

This is the final weekend to visit The Salvation Army and Fig Food Pantry Angel Tree. These programs offer opportunities to bring joy to Metroplex-area children and disabled adults this Christmas.

There are a few Angels on the Angel Tree hoping to be adopted: The Salvation Army Angels and the Transfiguration Food Pantry Angles are children with a need and a wish and the Forgotten Angels are disabled seniors who need our help.

Stop by the Angel tree in the Gathering Space and our volunteers will help you to adopt your perfect angel. Please return all gifts by the end of November.

For more information, contact

Pam Sternweis

Thanksgiving Food Pantry on Monday

This Monday, the Fig Food Pantry puts together grocery orders for families in need. This is our Thanksgiving food distribution. We can always use volunteers of all ages. No special skills required. Join us this Monday in Roper Hall from 10:30am to 6:00pm - stay all day or come for an hour. Walk-ins are welcome.

For more info contact

Jodi Dalton or Alan Justice

Thanksgiving at Austin Street

On Thanksgiving Eve a team of Fig Volunteers will serve our annual Thanksgiving meal for approximately 400 homeless shelter guests at Austin Street Center. As in previous years, the volunteer slots filled up quickly. You can still help support this important ministry by making donations to help fund the Thanksgiving meal and our monthly meals for the center. No amount is too small and all gifts will be greatly appreciated. Please make your check payable to Transfiguration and note “ASC Thanksgiving Dinner” on the memo line or go to Realm and select “Austin Street” from the Fund dropdown options.

For more information contact:

Ron Kerker

Thanksgiving Office Hours

The Church offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

The Wednesday and Thursday Eucharist services are also paused this week.

Carter Blood Bank

Sign-up now to help save lives by donating blood. The Carter Blood Care Bloodmobile will be in Transfiguration parking lot on Sunday, December 11 from 10:00am - 2:00pm. Registration is required, so sign-up early to get the donation time slot you desire.

Readers Needed for Matthew's Gospel

Sign-up now to volunteer as a reader for this special event. On Saturday, December 10 from 1:00pm - 4:00pm we will have the opportunity to experience a special reading of the Gospel of Matthew from The Saint John's Bible.

To volunteer or for more information, contact

Father Ted

Christmas Pageant Registration

All children and toddler- 5^th grade are invited to join us for our annual Christmas Pageant, which takes place at the 3:00 p.m. Christmas Eve service. Our Youth Group members are invited to assist with the pageant. Register soon if your child would like to participate in the Christmas Pageant. There will be both speaking and non-speaking roles. We also need adult volunteers to help with costume fitting, props, rehearsals, etc. Please register to volunteer if you are able.

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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