Praying for Peace

by Father Casey

Like most of you, Israel and Palestine have been much on my mind this week. The tragedy unfolding there is heart-sickeningly awful, and as great as the catastrophe already is, it is just beginning. The cold-blooded murder of hundreds of Israelis as they peacefully went about their lives defies moral comprehension. There is no word to describe the gleeful killing of children and the elderly than evil. And whatever the militants may have hoped, their attack ensures the death of thousands more, for Israel will retaliate with brutal force. Before this conflict is over, tens of thousands may be dead, a whole region turned to rubble, and the possibility of peaceful coexistence between long-divided peoples set back decades.  

Although we were forced to cancel the pilgrimage to the region, which was to begin next week, in recent days I’ve been remembering past journeys in the Holy Land, and in particular two places in Jerusalem that have centered my prayers. I hope they may help center yours, too, for pray we must.

On the side of the Mount of Olives overlooking Jerusalem sits a...

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In this E-news:

• Faithful Departed Rolando Melendez
• Citizenship in the Age of Jim Crow
• 2024 Stewardship Update
• Remembering the Departed
• Figs With Kids Mom's Night Out
• Damin Spritzer in Recital
• Austin Street on Wednesday

• EMF Oktoberfest Registration
• DOK Rosary Workshop
• SWANs Meeting
• FigFest October 29
• Second Half Lunch Bunch
• Fellowship of the Fig Halloween
• Stocking Collection - Our Friend's Place
• How to Become a Digital Evangelist

Funeral update Betty Russell

A service will be held for Betty Russell on October 23 at 2:00pm.

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

Citizenship in the Age of Jim Crow

Join Racial Justice Ministry members at 10:00am outside the Holocaust and Human Rights Museum on Saturday, October 14 to view the exhibit "Black Citizenship in the Age of Jim Crow". You will need to purchase tickets in advance using the button below.

2024 Stewardship Update

This fall the Stewardship Committee urges us to reflect on Matthew 6:19-21, considering Where Our Heart Is.

We need your support to keep seeking and serving Christ in all the beautiful ways we do.

You can track the progress of this year's pledge campaign goals by visiting the Stewardship 2024 site and clicking the Financials Tab.

If you have not already done so, please

pick up your stewardship packet in the Gathering Space this weekend!

If you have questions about payment methods or making financial gifts, message our Parish Administrator, Cathleen Dolt or call (972) 233-1898 ext.230.

Figs With Kids Mom's Night Out

Figs with Kids, our ministry for parents with children living at home, is hosting a moms-only dinner. They’ll gather in the Parlor on Sunday, October 15 at 6:00pm.

Conact Jacqui Neylon to let them know you'll be there.

Follow Figs with Kids to stay in the loop on future Figs with Kids events.

Damin Spritzer in Recital

Transfigured Nights presents organist Damin Spritzer in recital this Sunday, October 15, at 7:00pm. She will play a varied program of English, German, and French music demonstrating the beautiful colors of the Transfiguration’s Jerry D. Godwin Organ. Her Transfiguration recital is presented as one of the Second Dallas International Organ Festival 2023 offerings.

The program is open to all and free of admission.

Austin Street This Wednesday

This month's visit to serve dinner at Austin Street Center will be this Wednesday, October 18

If you are interested in serving a meal to our most vulnerable neighbors at one of Dallas’ largest homeless shelters, please join us. 

Contact:

Mother Rebecca or Matt Harms

EMF Celebrates Oktoberfest

Come join the EMF in their annual celebration of Oktoberfest on Thursday, October 19th at 6:30pm! There will be lots of wurst and other German treats on the menu. 

The guest speaker will be Tracey Hull, the Director of Development of Café Momentum, the Dallas-based restaurant chain transforming young lives by offering paid internships to justice-involved youth ages 15-19.

Open to everyone. $25 entry, including refreshments.

Register and pay today to reserve your spot.

DOK Rosary Workshop Next Saturday

Our Chapter of the Daughters of the King will be offering a workshop Saturday, October 21 from 10:00am to 12:00pm, for anyone interested in learning about DOK and the art of making an Anglican Rosary. This workshop is limited to 12 participants and there is a $10 per person fee for materials so register early.

SWANs Gather October 21

The Single Women Alone Network will meet Saturday, October 21 at 4:00pm in the Parlor. All single women who live alone, regardless of age, are invited to participate for support and fellowship.

If you have questions or need additional information, contact Pastor Nancy.

Second Half Lunch Bunch

Join Second Half for a delicious lunch and some great company next Sunday, October 22 after the 11:15am Eucharist.

We will meet at Cafe de France located at 17370 Preston Rd at 12:30pm. Register below so we know to expect you.

Fellowship of the Fig Halloween

Get ready for spooktacular fun with our Young Adult Ministry! Join our Halloween potluck & fun at the church Youth Center, Friday, October 27 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. Dress up, feast, and enjoy a hauntingly good time! Event is BYOB for those 21 and older, but we will have non-alcoholic options, as well.

Stocking Collection for Our Friend's Place

Help us fill Christmas stockings for Our Friend's Place.

Our Friends Place is a not-for-profit organization that provides supportive and transitional living resources for young women, ages 18-24, in the Dallas area who are struggling to find stability due to neglect, abuse, poverty or homelessness. 

This year at our Advent Festival (November 12) we will be stuffing Christmas stockings filled with items we hope to collect for the young girls living at Our Friends Place. Please help us collect the following items by sending them with your child to class on Sundays or by dropping items off in the box located in the gathering space between now and November 12: 

Suggested list of items that would be wonderful to have in the stockings. 

• Fluffy/Fuzzy Socks 
• Lip balm 
• Shower Steamers
• Make-up remover Wipes
• Purse size 1st Aid kits 
• FaceMasks (Beauty Masks)
• Hand lotion/cream 
• Keychain Flashlight
• Candy

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