Passing the Test

by Father Casey

Like millions of others, my family is in those exciting and anxious days called “back to school.” We’ve bought new shoes, dusted off backpacks, dissected the class schedules, and taken the requisite photos of our girls holding the little signs of which grade they’re entering. This is a great time of year, because it’s all still in front of us. What the year will bring we do not yet know; the joys and challenges are still ahead.

This time of year we always have some version of a conversation we’ve been having since our oldest was in kindergarten. Our hope for our girls is not that they will earn outstanding grades or become popular with their peers. Our hope for them is that they will keep growing into their fullest and best selves. We are always proud of them when they achieve in class, on stage, or on the field, but we care far more about who they are becoming as people. We want them to be students not just of academic content but of life, to grow in intellect and also in heart.

The world has plenty of people who are smart, but we could use more people who are kind. There is no shortage of information, but there is a great need for more wisdom. You may be familiar with the expression in American education,...

In This Enews...

Sign-up for Carter Blood Drive
Ministry Fair Next Sunday
The Way Sign-up Now Open
Fall Formation: Adults, Children, Youth
Be a Fig Receptionist
Together We Dine

Chair Yoga This Fall
Children's Chapel
Children's Formation
Impact Kids
Crossover
Youth Acolytes Needed
Bookstore & Clothes Horse

This Weekend and Next

Sign-up for Carter Blood Drive

The Carter Blood Mobile will be at Transfiguration this Sunday, August 23 from 10:00am - 2:00pm in the parking lot near Hillcrest. There is a desperate need for blood donors as the ready supply is very low especially for O+ blood.

Be sure to sign-up early to secure your spot to help save a life.

Sign-up to Donate

Ministry Fair Next Sunday

Take a walk in Roper Hall next weekend, Saturday, August 29 and Sunday, August 30, to explore all the Ministries here at the FIG! Come visit multiple booths, talk to ministry leaders, and find out where you can serve Christ in your church and community!

Fall Formation

It is The Way

For those new to the Transfiguration family, you may have found the Episcopal way of worship beautiful, mysterious, and a bit different than what you've experienced before. Even if you've been around a while, there may be questions you have that have not been answered. The Way is the perfect opportunity to learn more about The Episcopal Church and a deeper experience of Christianity as a whole. The Way is a 16 session class beginning on Wednesday, September 9 following the 6:00pm Holy Eucharist. Class runs from 7:00pm to 9:00pm and is preceded by social time and a meal. Registration to become a Wayfarer is now open and you are invited to register. The cost to attend is $50 per person to help cover the cost of books and classroom materials. Please sign-up by September 2 so that we procure enough books for the class. A full listing of class dates and topics is available in the registration. We look forward to seeing you in The Way.

Something For All Ages

We are excited to announce our Formation line-up that kicks off on Wednesday, September 9 and Sunday, September 13. Please note that registration is required for Children's classes. There's something for everyone on Sundays and Wednesdays this Fall regardless of age:

Adults

The Prophets Still Speak

with Dr. Roy Heller

Magnifica Humanitas

with Fathers Casey and Merriman, Dr. Mark Stamm, and Joseph Palacios

Raising Kids While Keeping Your Cool

with Jared Williams

Click Here for Details

Children

Wee Wonder

for Ages 2-3

Godly Play

Pre-K - Grade 5

Impact Kids

3rd Wednesday for Grades 4-5

Holy Family Choir

1st - 3rd Grade

Click Here for Details &
to register

Youth

Sunday Formation

Grade 6 - 12

Crossover

Beginning September 9

Grades 6 - 12

Youth Choirs

Canticle Choir

ages 10-12

Youth Choir

ages 12-18

Click Here for Details

Get Involved

Be a Receptionist at The Fig

We are looking for parishioners to staff our reception desk during the week. The hours are 10:00am – 2:00pm, and we have multiple days available Monday through Friday. The duties include answering incoming calls, responding to questions, and directing parishioners and visitors to our campus. If this interests you, or you know of someone that might be interested, let us know.

Contact

Fred Ellis

972-233-1898 ext 229

Together We Dine

Join The Fig and Project Unity on August 27 at 6:30pm in Roper Hall for our third annual Together We Dine. This year’s conversations will focus on community civility and finding common ground despite our differences as neighbors, family, and friends. Everyone 18 and older is welcome to participate in this free community event. A complimentary boxed dinner is included.

Individual registration is required, limited, and ends August 23.

Chair Yoga This Fall

Discover how good movement can feel! Whether you’re new to yoga or have years of experience, Chair Yoga is a fun, welcoming way to improve strength, flexibility, balance, and mobility—without getting on the floor.

Each class blends gentle movement, mindful breathing, laughter, and relaxation to help reduce stress, increase energy, and support your overall well-being. Come as you are. Every one 18 years of age and up and every ability is welcome. Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and bring a bottle of water.

Donations will be welcomed but not required. Sessions start Thursday, September 17 at 11:00am to 11:45am in classroom S203.

Children's Chapel

Each Sunday we host Children’s Chapel where kids are able to experience scripture, prayer, song, and worship in a way they can understand and enjoy. Children are able to attend this service while parents attend the regular Sunday Holy Eucharist at 9:00am. We meet on in the Gathering Space prior to the service.

Wee Wonder & Godly Play

Transfiguration offers a Montessori style classroom experience for children 2 years old through 5th grade. Classes start Sunday, September 13.

You may register your child for Wee Wonder if they are 2 or 3 years of age. Godly Play is for those 4 years - 5th grade. The curriculum shares God’s love with our youngest children by introducing them to God through song, action rhymes, Bible stores and responsive play.

Impact

Kids

Kids can make a difference one small action at a time. Fourth & fifth graders are invited to become an Impact Kid. As an Impact Kid our young people are given the opportunity to be ministers of the Gospel. We empower kids to make a difference in our community, helping the hungry, cheering up isolated seniors, preventing bulling, and more. We will explore complicated issues helping kids grow as disciples of Christ. Impact Kids meet on the third Wednesday of each month from 6:30pm to 7:30pm starting September 16.

Sign-up Today

Youth Crossover Kicks Off

Crossover is our Youth Group of 6th-12th graders. Come gather for an evening of food, faith, fellowship, and fun every Wednesday in the Youth Center, beginning September 9, from 6:30pm - 8:30pm.!

Youth Acolytes Needed

All children 8 years of age and older are invited to join the youth acolyte program. Youth acolytes serve about once a month, with flexibility for family schedules. Acolytes learn about the church's traditions and see the "backstage" work of the services. It is an important way for our children to be involved in the worship of our church family. If you are interested, please contact Brooke Robb.