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The Appearance of His Face Changed
by Mother Rebecca
This weekend we’ll read about two people who ascended a holy mountain to meet and talk with God: Moses and Jesus. In one, Moses receives the Ten Commandments; in the other, Jesus is transfigured. Yes, this weekend we are celebrating our titular fest, the Transfiguration of our Lord. This week as I reread these familiar stories, I was struck afresh by the fact that the faces of both shined brightly after they had drawn close to God. I’ve been reflecting on faces I’ve seen shining with the brightness of God’s love.
I’ve been thinking about Fr. George Luck who was my spiritual director for many years before he died in July 2020. He was a quiet, gentle soul who spent hours in prayer and deep conversation with God. When we met and spoke of God’s activity in my life, when he prayed for me, when he preached the good news of Jesus, Fr. Luck’s face shone as I imagine Moses’ and Jesus’ faces did.
Last weekend, I went to Northern Michigan for the outdoor wedding of two dear friends from law school. After dating for 30 years, they were married on the green shores of Betsie Lake, a harbor of sorts that empties into Lake Michigan. As they exchanged their vows ...
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Guns to Gardens
More Information
from Father Casey
Last week I announced that Transfiguration will host an event called “Guns to Gardens” on Sunday, September 7, from 2:00-5:00 pm. I want to share more information about it, as this will be a very special, and also particular, sort of event. First, let me share again some of the background. Guns to Gardens (G2G) allows owners of unwanted firearms to safely dispose of them, after which the weapons are dismantled using chop saws and the pieces later transformed by blacksmiths into garden tools. It is the modern day realization of the Biblical vision of Isaiah 2:4 and Micah 4:3: “They shall beat their swords into plowshares and their spears into pruning hooks.”
G2G was begun by an organization called Raw Tools, which was founded in Philadelphia in 2012, and now has affiliates in several US cities. The organization’s mission is to bring the world closer to the prophetic vision of peace by providing a significant public service. There are approximately 400 million guns in our country, and many of those are no longer wanted. They were inherited but now gather dust, or purchased but no longer needed. Sadly, thousands of guns are used in suicides every year (6 in 10 gun deaths are self-inflicted), and grieving families are left in possession of those firearms. G2G offers all these gun owners a chance to safely dispose of their weapons, not for destruction but for transformation.
Our partner for G2G is Raw Tools South, based in Asheville, NC, and one of their directors, who is also a blacksmith, ...
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- The Gathering After The Table
- The Fig Outreach Bake-Off is Here!
- Bethlehem Fine Art Sale
- Backpack School Supplies Deadline
- Serve Dinner at St. Judes Center
- Third Grade Bibles
- Back-to-School Blessing
- Newcomer Workshop
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- Ministry Open House
- Godly Play Teachers Needed
- Helping Our Children Grow
- Youth Lock-in Sign-ups
- Youth Pilgrimage Sneak Peek
- Youth Fall Kick-off
- Volunteers Needed at the Clothes Horse
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Gathering After
The Table
Join us this Saturday, August 9, immediately after The Table for refreshments and fellowship. This is a great opportunity to visit and meet fellow parishioners.
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The FIGWORKS Bake-off is Here! | | |
Attend, Vote, & Support this Sunday
More than twenty of the Fig's best bakers have done their best but now you decide which of them takes home the coveted Golden Spatula at the fourth annual Outreach Bake-off.
Join us in Roper Hall between services this Sunday. Sample all the tasty creations and make your vote known by placing tickets in the collection jars of your favorite bakers.
Tickets will be sold at the door:$10 per person, voting tickets are available for $1 each.
Proceeds from this year's Bake-Off will benefit the Diocese of West Texas in their central Texas flood relief efforts.
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Bethlehem Fine Art Sale
This weekend, Saturday, August 9 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm and Sunday, August 10 from 9:00am - 1:00pm, Bethlehem Art will be displaying various works of art for sale made from olive trees. Be sure to stop by their tables in Roper Hall to meet the Rishmawi family operators of this worthwhile charity.
Proceeds from your purchases of this art benefit Christians living in the Holy Land.
See www.bethlehem-art.com for details on the mission of this organization.
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Deadline for
Backpack Supplies
Help the Fig Youth collect backpacks and school supplies for the Family Place. You may drop off any new or unopened school supplies at the designated area in the Tower Cloister this Sunday.
The Back to School Blessing of the Backpacks will take place next Sunday, August 17. The backpacks packed with your generous supply gifts will be delivered the next day.
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Serve Dinner at St. Jude Center
This Tuesday, August 12, our Outreach team will be serving dinner at St. Jude Center and you are invited to join in. This month we are providing Chicken Alfredo as our main dish. Eight of these are required and we still need 3 to fulfill our meal service. Sign-up to serve and bring the additional items that we need for this month's meal which are detailed in the registration. We gather at St.Jude Center at the corner of Coit and LBJ Freeway at 4:45pm to begin serving at 5:00pm. We usually finish by 6:15pm. We look forward to sharing this wonderful experience with you.
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Third Grade Bibles
Transfiguration has a tradition of gifting a Bible to every child in the parish when they enter the third grade. This year’s third grade Bible presentation will take place next Sunday, August 17 at the 9:00am service. If you have a child/grandchild entering the third grade and would like them to participate in our tradition, don't delay, register below, and plan to attend on Sunday, August 17.
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Back-to-School Blessing
August 17 is our annual blessing of the backpacks! All children, youth, and adults are encouraged to bring their backpacks, bags, or briefcases for a blessing. Transfiguration will honor and bless all students and teachers returning to school at the 9:00am and 11:15am services.
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Newcomer
Workshop
Are you new to Transfiguration? Join us on Saturday, August 23, from 9:00am to Noon for a workshop designed for newcomers and visitors who are interested in membership. The class includes the history of the Episcopal church and its traditions, the fascinating story of how Transfiguration came to be, a church tour, a lively Q/A led by Father Casey, and more. Light refreshments and coffee will be served. RSVP to Gabby Guion by clicking the button below.
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Ministry
Open House
Join us for two weekends, August 23/24 and August 30/31, before and after services for our Ministry Fair Open House! Meet new people and learn about the many ministries that we offer. We will have behind-the-scenes tours of the sacristy and music area. We need your time and talent to help us be the church God is calling us to be! If you’re even the slightest bit curious, please don’t miss this opportunity to get your questions answered and to Seek and Serve!
Click the button below to learn more about ways to get involved at the Fig.
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Godly Play Teachers Needed
We're seeking volunteers to help introduce our children to religious language through sacred stories, parables, and liturgical actions while also enriching their spiritual experience through wonder and responsive play. Teachers work in teams of four and rotate as storytellers and doorpersons, typically spending two Sundays a month in the classroom.
For more info contact
Allison Blalock
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Helping Our Children Grow
Children's Chapel is available for our little ones ages 4 years through 1st Grade.
Godly Play is offered for ages Pre-K through 5th Grade.
Wee Wonder for those ages 2 and 3.
For more details and to register see our Children's Formation Pages.
Contact
Allison Blalock
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Youth Lock-in August 15
Let’s start the year off right with our annual lock-in on Friday, August 15 starting at 6:00pm ending Saturday, August 16 at 8:00am. Events during the lock-in will include swimming, games, movies, etc. Please bring a sleeping bag and a pillow and be prepared for a great night! We will conclude the lock-in with a yummy breakfast! There are registration opportunities for Lock-in attendees and Adult Chaperons.
Deadline to register is end of day Wednesday, August 13.
For more info contact
Bailey Roberts
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Youth Pilgrimage 2026 Sneak Peek
Make plans to come hear Fr. Ted and Youth Director Bailey Roberts on Sunday, August 17 at 10:15am as they talk about the exciting ideas for next year’s pilgrimage to Scotland. Light refreshments and snacks will be served. This informational session is open to all Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors, who have NOT attended a previous pilgrimage
For more info contact
Bailey Roberts
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Youth Fall Kick-Off
Sunday, August 31, from 5:00pm - 7:00pm, come meet the new Youth Director, Bailey Roberts, for a night of faith, food, and fellowship. This is a chance to ask questions, hear about what’s planned for the year, and enjoy a wonderful dinner together.
All youth participants and their parents/guardians are invited.
Please register here no later than Tuesday, August 26th.
For more info contact
Bailey Roberts
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Volunteers are needed for the second and fourth Mondays of the month to work in the back of the store sorting and pricing clothes. Keep the donations coming! We need summer handbags at the present time. Please let us know if you are able to help even one time.
Contact
Billie Bennett
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