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Neighbors Needing Allies
Father Casey
Given the volume of hard-to-fathom news these days, you may have missed the announcement this past week that all citizens will now be required to travel with passports that match their sex assigned at birth. This may seem a small thing to those of us who have always lived comfortably in our bodies. Indeed, many of us don’t think much before checking the little box declaring our sex on various documents.
But for millions of our transgender neighbors, this is another assault on their rights and dignity. It denies their ability to live outwardly as who they know themselves to be inwardly. It communicates loud and clear that they are neither respected nor tolerated; according to the government they do not even exist.
We know differently. Transfiguration is home to numerous trans and non-binary parishioners, who bless us in myriad ways by their presence and participation. I’ve been honored to hear many of their stories, and they are heartbreaking and inspiring in equal measure. These folks didn’t ...
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- Figs with Kids Pie Making
- RJM Presents Sugarcane
- Kirking of the Tartans Sign-up
- Advent with the Prophets
- Advent Season at the Fig
- Church Office closed Thanksgiving
- Angel Tree Gift Deadline
- Gateway of Grace Thanksgiving
- Women's Evening Book Group
- Reading Matthew - Sign-up
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Figs with Kids Party & Cookie Exchange
- A Visit From St. Nicholas
- Carter Blood Drive
- Pilgrimage Sign-up Open
- The Gift of Sharing Our Faith
- Youth Labyrinth Walk
- Christmas Pageant Sign-up
- Crossover Meal Train
- St. Hilda's Guild
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Figs with Kids Pie Making
Figs with Kids invites you to join in the festivities of making pies for our friends at Austin Street on Saturday, November 22 at 9:00am in Roper Hall. These pies will be served at the annual Austin Street Thanksgiving Dinner. If you don't wish to make pies you can support us with a donation.
Whether you sign-up to Participate or Donate, you will be able to make an additional donation, as well.
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Debut of Sugarcane
for Native American Heritage Month
Join us Saturday, November 22 at 6:30pm in Roper Hall for a potluck meal and screening of SUGARCANE, the award-winning debut feature documentary from Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie. This is a groundbreaking investigation into an Indian residential school, shedding light on years of forced separation, assimilation and abuse that Indigenous children experienced at the hands of Church and government. This urgent and timely film brings the hidden story of cultural genocide to audiences worldwide while celebrating the resilience of Native people as they work to overcome cycles of intergenerational trauma. Bring a dish to share and be a part of this outstanding moment.
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Kirking of the Tartans
Break out the kilts for our annual Kirking of the Tartans on Sunday, November 23 at the 11:15am Eucharist and join us at a reception in the Parlor will follow the service. This is a special event each year as we remember the Scottish Episcopal Church's special relationship to The Episcopal Church.
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Advent with the Prophets
Formation for Advent
This Sunday
10:15am–11:00am in Roper Hall
The Prophets are messengers of Advent. Throughout history, the prophets helped the people of God hold onto hope and look for salvation: they spoke of a messiah who would bring release to captives, justice to the oppressed, and light to all trapped in darkness. Join us for a series of discussions between our clergy and special guests as we delve into the rich tradition of the prophets to hear again their hope for our weak and weary world.
This series will take place
November 16 – 30 &
December 7 – 21
10:15am – 11:00am
Roper Hall
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Advent at
the Fig
Preparation is so important that we have added a few extra weeks to help you get ready – Pre-Advent, if you will. The opportunities for you to examine, grow, give, and prepare are many including our Angel Tree and making Christmas Dedications:
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First Wednesday Healing Service | Dec. 3 | 6pm
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Reading the Gospel of Matthew | Dec. 6 | 1pm [Readers Needed]
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St. Nicholas Visits | Dec. 7
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Advent Lesson & Carols | Dec 7 | 5pm
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Taizé for Advent | Dec. 14 | 6pm
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Christmas with Orpheus | Dec 21 | 7pm
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Church Offices Closed for Thanksgiving
The Church offices will be closed beginning at noon on Wednesday, November 26 through Friday, November 28 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Offices will reopen again on Monday morning as usual. There will be no service of Holy Eucharist on Thursday, November 27.
During this time if you have an urgent Pastoral need you can contact our clergy by clicking here or calling 972-233-1898 and pressing option 9.
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Angel Tree Adoption Gift Deadline
If you have adopted an Angel from our Angel Tree, remember the deadline for gifts to be delivered to the Church is November 30 so that they may be sorted and distributed to our partner agencies.
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Gateway of Grace
Thanksgiving Day Dinner
Be a part of the Gateway of Grace Annual Thanksgiving Day Dinner! This is more than a meal—it’s a moment of welcome, belonging, and shared joy.
We're inviting you to volunteer with others to make this event unforgettable. Whether you’re greeting guests, serving food, coordinating activities, or simply offering a smile, your presence will make a meaningful difference.
Thursday, November 27
St. Matthew's Cathedral, 5100 Ross Ave., Dallas
Many ways to volunteer are available
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Women's Thursday Evening Book Group
The Women's Thursday Evening Book Group will meet this month on December 4 at 7:00pm in the Vestry Room and on Zoom. The selection this month is The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison; Brenda Durant will lead our discussion. All are welcome!
To learn more about this popular ministry, join our Realm Group.
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Reading the Gospel of Matthew
Each year we enter the season of Advent by reading the Gospel appointed in the Lectionary for the coming year. Year A of the Lectionary focuses our attention on the Gospel of Matthew and there is no better way to open our eyes and hearts to the depth of Matthew's Gospel than to read it in a single sitting. Join us as we do exactly that on Saturday, December 6 beginning at 1:00pm. We need members of our conjuration to join us as readers for this event so select a chapter to read aloud by clicking the button below. If you don't wish to read, you may also join us on the Labyrinth or online to hear the reading.
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Figs with Kids Cookie Exchange & Party
Join Figs With Kids on December 6 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm for a Christmas Party & Cookie Exchange at the Kent’s House! We’ll have food, music, crafts, and plenty of holiday cheer! Bring 2 dozen cookies to share. We’ll put them all out, provide to-go boxes, and everyone can take home an assortment of cookies from the group. For the party address you may do the following:
Contact
Robert Kent
or join our Realm Group
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St. Nicholas Visits the Fig
St. Nicholas will visit the children of Transfiguration on Sunday, December 7 at 10:15am - 11:00am for a Godly Play Story and Hot Chocolate reception. Be sure to not let your children or your inner child miss this highly anticipated annual event.
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Carter Blood
Drive
Carter Blood Drive Help save lives by donating blood. The Carter Blood Care Bloodmobile will be in Transfiguration’s parking lot on Sunday, December 7, from 10am - 2pm.
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Saints of Northumbria
October 5 -13, 2026
$500 Deposit by: Dec 1
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Monarchs of Mexico
February 3-8, 2027
$500 Deposit by: Feb 1
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Ubuntu Up-Close
Summer 2027
$750 Deposit by: Mar 1
| | The Gift of Sharing Our Faith | | What happens when Episcopalians from three different congregations share a meal and talk about their faith? Something wonderful! That was the experience shared by more than 100 people in 13 different dinner groups on November 14. Read more about this exceptional night and see if you think you might wish to participate in the next round once they are scheduled. | | |
Youth Labyrinth Walk
Join us for a special edition of Crossover on Wednesday, December 10 at 7:00pm, where the youth will gather to walk the Labyrinth, guided and facilitated by Lynn Walters. We will gather at the Labyrinth after sharing a meal together in the Youth Center.
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Children's Christmas Pageant
All children toddlers - grade 5 are invited to participate in our annual Christmas Pageant which takes place at the 3:00pm Christmas Eve service. Registration is required if your child would like to participate. Jr. High and High School Students are also needed to help walk kiddos in and staging. We will also need adult volunteers to help with costume fitting, props, rehearsals etc. Please register to volunteer if you are able. More details are available in the registration form.
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Crossover Meal Train
Come be a part of the Crossover excitement by volunteering to bring a meal for the Youth. Sharing a meal together is one of the Crossover hallmarks, as the Youth breakaway from the stress of the week for an evening of prayer, fellowship, and fun.
For more info contact
Bailey Roberts
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Visit the Bookstore
Our hours are 10am - 2pm:
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Sundays: 8am - 1pm
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The Clothes Horse
Our hours are 10am - 2pm:
Tuesdays
Thursdays
Fridays
Saturdays
or whenever the Blue & Yellow Signs are displayed
The Clothes Horse is in need of Fall handbags, jewelry, and shoe donations at this time. If you're switching your closet now from Summer to Fall, please keep the Clothes Horse in mind for Fall and Winter accessories.
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