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SUMMER 2018

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2018 vestry

ANTHONY BURTON, CHAIRMAN; JIM GRAU, SENIOR WARDEN; STUART BUSH, JUNIOR WARDEN; MATTHEW BOMBERGER; CATHERINE BRADY; JOE CHUMLEA; DOW CROCKER; ADRIANNE DUVALL; LEILA GARY; JIM GRAVES; JAYNA HEMBREE; GREG MOORE; GAY OXFORD; SCOTT PALMER; DAVID PARSONS; JARED SHELTON; WENDY SKORBURG; ELIZABETH STEED; MICHAEL STURDY; ANDY WELCH

the parish staff ALBERTO AGUILLON EDDIE ADESODUN COURTNEY BARROW CHASE BELL JILL BELLEW JOSH BOYD TIFFANY BROOKS MELANIE BROWN TREVOR CANTRELL ELLIOTT CARPENTER PAM COGHLAN MICAH CRISSEY SHANNON DANIELS NOZAR DARYAPAYMA HALEY DETTRA SCOTT DETTRA RENÉ DUBOIS SHELLEY EISENLOHR DAVID HANSON GAY HAYSLETT MEG HOUK KRISTIN JOHNSON MEREDITH JOHNSON CAROL KADEL ALEXANDER KELLY KATHY KING MARTHA LANG JENNIFER LEBLANC ANNE MACKINTOSH STEVE MARR DUSTY MATTHEWS LAURA MCCLAIN BECKY MIDDLETON ERIN PENDLETON GRAHAM SCHULTZ KATE SMITH SARA SNOWDEN DONNA STACK MANDI TROUSIL CAROLINE WALLER

HEAD SEXTON COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS MISSION & OUTREACH DEPT. ADMINISTRATOR INCARNATION ACADEMY BUSINESS MANAGER ORGAN SCHOLAR MEMBERSHIP SERVICES COORDINATOR BOOKSTORE MANAGER HIGH SCHOOL MINISTRY ASSOCIATE ASSOCIATE FOR LITURGY & WORSHIP UPTOWN CONTEMPORARY SERVICES, EVENTS DIRECTOR OF STUDENT MINISTRY INCARNATION ACADEMY HEAD OF SCHOOL BUSINESS OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES OPERATIONS DIRECTOR OF RESOURCE MANAGEMENT & SPECIAL PROJECTS DIRECTOR OF MUSIC & ORGANIST MUSIC DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATOR CONTROLLER YOUNG ADULTS MINISTER EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE RECTOR DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRY WELCOME MINISTRY COORDINATOR NURSERY COORDINATOR ASSOCIATE FOR PASTORAL CARE STAFF ACCOUNTANT CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRY ADMINISTRATOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF MISSION & OUTREACH CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER MISSION & OUTREACH 75204 PROJECT MANAGER WEB & MEDIA SERVICES BOOKSTORE MANAGER ASSOCIATE FOR LITURGY & WORSHIP TRADITIONAL SERVICES DIRECTOR OF CONTEMPORARY MUSIC MISSION & OUTREACH PROJECT MANAGER ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF MUSIC FELLOWS PROGRAM DIRECTOR, ASSOCIATE FOR ADULT FORMATION ASST. DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT OPERATIONS STUDENT MINISTRY ADMINISTRATOR MIDDLE SCHOOL MINISTRY ASSOCIATE FELLOWS PROGRAM COORDINATOR

gifts of commemoration

LEFT TO RIGHT, THE CATTERALL FAMILY: GRADY, ROBERT, PENNY, MARCIA, JANNA & ARTHUR, AND ANNABELLE

ANNABELLE AND FRIENDS WITH LINENS AT THE RECEPTION sunday service times 7:30 AM TRADITIONAL, NO MUSIC, CHURCH 9 AM TRADITIONAL, CHURCH UPTOWNSERVICE CONTEMPORARY, ASCENSION CHAPEL SUNDAY TIMES 11:15 AM TRADITIONAL, CHURCH UPTOWN CONTEMPORARY, ASCENSION CHAPEL 5 PM CHORAL EVENSONG & HOLY COMMUNION, CHURCH

* Ends May 20 , replaced with said prayer & Holy Communion until September 9 UPTOWN CONTEMPORARY, ASCENSION CHAPEL

weekday service times 8 AM MORNING PRAYER & HOLY COMMUNION, MEMORIAL CHAPEL NOON HOLY COMMUNION WITH ANOINTING FOR HEALING, WEDNESDAYS ONLY IN MEMORIAL CHAPEL

Making a commemorative gift to Church of the Incarnation is a meaningful way of expressing gratitude and remembrance for a loved one that also benefits the Church and furthers its mission. If you wish to create a physical memorial in the church or on the grounds, please contact Sara Snowden at ssnowden@incarnation.org. She, in collaboration with the Gift and Memorial Committee, will work with you on a proposal that represents the values of the Incarnation community as well as well as those of the honoree. On Sunday, April 15, The Holy Land Pilgrims presented Fair Linens and Credence Table cloth for Memorial Chapel and Acosta-Smith presented a bench on McKinney Avenue to Annabelle Catterall in thanksgiving for her and her husband, Fred’s, lifetime dedication to Church of the Incarnation.

4:40 PM EVENING PRAYER, MEMORIAL CHAPEL CONFESSIONS ARE HEARD BY APPOINTMENT, WITH ANY PARISH PRIEST

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RECTOR THE RT. REV. ANTHONY J. BURTON VICE RECTOR THE REV. S. THOMAS KINCAID III CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRY THE REV. JOSEPH HERMERDING PASTORAL CARE THE REV. CAN. RENÃ&#x2030; SOMODEVILLA CURATE FOR ADULT FORMATION THE REV. JOHN SUNDARA UPTOWN CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP THE REV. RYAN WALLER

part-time clergy

DEACON THE REV. DOROTHY BUDD DEACON THE REV. JUDY FRIZZELL THEOLOGIAN-IN-RESIDENCE THE REV. CAN. VICTOR AUSTIN

retired clergy

ASSISTING THE REV. FREDERICK C. PHILPUTT ASSISTING THE REV. THOMAS G. KEITHLY

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(USPS 003430) is published quarterly by Church of the Incarnation, 3966 McKinney Ave, Dallas, Texas, 75204. Periodical postage paid in Dallas, TX. Postmaster, send address changes to: Incarnation Angelus, Church of the Incarnation, 3966 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, TX 75204. TELEPHONE 214.521.5101 FAX 214.528.7209 BOOKSTORE 214.522.2815 MARMION LIBRARY 214.217.5625 NURSERY 214.217.0160 In case of an emergency after-hours, you may leave a message for a priest at 214.521.5101 ext. 2100. is the official magazine of Church of the Incarnation. SUMMER 2018

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contents ON THE COVER

Kids ride in a truck for the annual July 4 parade.

GIFTS OF COMMEMORATION

Gifts of commemoration are a meaningful way to express gratitude or a remembrance.

ON OPPOSITE

Easter service attenders pass the peace.

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PARISH LIFE PHOTO RECAP

A photo collage of recent events in parish life.

WORSHIP GROWING IN THE ORDINARY

Fr. John Sundara explains why the Church has Ordinary Time and how Incarnation plans to spend it this summer.

SERVE THE GATHERING

The Episcopal Diocese of Dallas is reaching those in need inside and outside of church walls.

LEAD ANCIENT FAITH. RADICAL VOCATION. Have you ever considered the priesthood? Fr. Bergstrom expounds on why anyone, including you, could receive The Calling.

14 GROW LET THE CHILDREN SING

An introduction to The Incarnation Choir School

ANNOUNCEMENTS

DISCIPLE NOW PHOTO RECAP

BELIZE MISSION TRIP RECAP

Clergy and staff announcements, event listings, volunteer and group opportunities, altar arrangements, and parish birth and death listings.

DNOW shapes students' lives through prayer, worship, and more.

How 29 missioners continued Incarnation's tradition of service to Belizean villages.

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ANNUAL PARISH MEETING

SHROVE TUESDAY

ASH WEDNESDAY TRADITIONAL SERVICE

ASH WEDNESDAY UPTOWN CONTEMPORARY SERVICE

FAREWELL TO FR. CHRIS YODER & FAMILY

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STUDENT MINISTRY COMMUNITY WORSHIP

1ST ANNUAL SHROVE TUESDAY STAFF PANCAKE RACES

29TH ANNUAL VALENTINE'S DAY PARTY AT CATHEDRAL GARDENS

LENT: FACETIME FRIDAY

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PALM SUNDAY

UPTOWN CONTEMPORARY MAUNDY THURSDAY SERVICE

PALM SUNDAY

TRADITIONAL MAUNDY THURSDAY SERVICE

PREPARING FOR THE NEW FIRE AT EASTER VIGIL

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THE GREAT VIGIL OF EASTER

TRADITIONAL GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE

UPTOWN CONTEMPORARY EASTER SERVICE

CHILDREN'S SERMON IN THE TRADITIONAL EASTER SERVICE

TRADITIONAL EASTER SERVICE

EASTER CROSS

ACADEMY EASTER EGG HUNT

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Growing Ordinary in the

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By The Reverend John Sundara Curate for Adult Formation

This Spring, our liturgical colors will change from white to green as our liturgical seasons turn from one to the next. White—the color of Eastertide celebrating the Resurrection of Christ, to Green—the color of Ordinary time. In many ways, this sounds like a liturgical letdown. From Eastertide and the joys of the Resurrection, to Ordinary time? Nonetheless, would we not expect the season after Eastertide to be something just as glorious and inspiring? Who even picked the most mundane and boring of names “Ordinary time”? “Ordinary” does not instill excitement in the Church. “Ordinary” does not lend itself to a vision of an enthusiastic and exuberant faith. But yet, here it is, etched into the life and season of the Church year. Why? Hopefully, this story sheds some light. Right after Daniel was born, our entire family, grandparents and all, were incredibly excited about the birth of this little boy. There was much celebration as many a selfie was posted to Facebook and shared across the world with family far and wide. Once that excitement settled however, came the real, day-to-day, mundane tasks of nurturing and raising Daniel. 2 am feedings and diaper explosions. Catching up with laundry. Once, our most exciting event was a half-hour trip to our neighborhood café, after an hour-long visit to our family doctor. None of our friends envied us. But truth be told, none of our friends were envied by us either. Here was a little boy whom we loved and cherished; and we happily dove into the mundane to nurture and raise him. And diving wholeheartedly into the mundane changed us and made us better parents and individuals. And we have a little toddler of whom we are so proud. Ordinary time in the Church is mundane. Ordinary time is when we, the Church, dive into the mundane and embrace it so that we can grow in love for God and love for the people around us. Ordinary time is when we can become better disciples. And to add another layer of connection to the analogy, Ordinary Time immediately follows the Day of Pentecost, the birth of the Church, when the resurrected Jesus ascends back into heaven and sends his Holy Spirit down on his disciples. In other words, all the more reason to truly embrace this season of the Church year as an opportunity to grow! This also explains why Green is the color for Ordinary Time. The Psalmist says that the righteous person,“is like a tree planted by streams of water, that yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither.” (Psalm 1:3).

Green is the color of a fruitful tree with roots deep into a stream, whose leaves do not dry up. But all trees begin as small saplings that can be held in the palm of a child. It’s only through the gradual and ordinary growth of being nurtured by the living water of Christ, does our saplings of faith grow into a majestic oak that provides shelter for the birds of the air, fruit for the hungry, and shade for the weary. Ordinary Time is called ordinary, in part not only because it is time to embrace the mundane, but time for our faith to grow into fruitfulness from small sapling to majestic oak. At Incarnation this year, during this Ordinary Time, we have opportunities for you to dive into and grow as faithful and fruitful members of the Church. We wanted to highlight these for you. ASCENSION DAY SERVICE MAY 10 AT 7 PM IN ASCENSION CHAPEL

Celebrate the feast of the Ascension with a service of Holy Communion, featuring a string quartet and the Incarnation Choir. A wine & cheese reception will follow. THE INCARNATION BIBLE INSTITUTE: CHRIST IN THE WINDOWS MAY 10–11 IN ASCENSION CHAPEL

Not only is Ascension Chapel's stained glass window an artistic marvel, but its biblical narratives have tremendous Christological meaning. We will explore how each of the stories in the window are a prophetic foreshadowing of Christ. JUNE-JULY PREACHING SERIES: HEAVENLY HOPE, EARTHLY LIFE

Join us as we preach through 1 Corinthians and learn what it means to grow as a Christian through the everyday experiences of suffering. THEOLOGY LIVE: MENTAL HEALTH MONDAY NIGHTS IN JUNE AT 7 PM AT THE GINGER MAN PUB

Our world is becoming increasingly aware about issues surrounding mental health. At this year’s Theology Live we will hear from experts about this current reality and how faith can be an integral part of good mental health. SUNDAY SCHOOL IN JUNE: HOT TOPICS 10:20–11:05 AM IN EDUCATION BUILDING, ROOM 205

Our clergy will answer hot topics in the Church like “Creation or Evolution: how should we understand Genesis 1–2?” or “Are Demons and Evil Spirits Real?”. SUNDAY SCHOOL IN JULY: ICONS IN WORSHIP 10:20–11:05 AM IN ASCENSION CHAPEL

Journeying through the life of Christ through the Icons in Ascension Chapel.

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Gathering

By Sara Snowden Assistant Director of Development Operations

A young man once asked his priest ‘what is my purpose?’ The priest responded ‘it’s simple: to be blessed by God and to bless others.’ The Sermon on the Mount presents Jesus’ vision of life: God yearns to bless us, lead us into surpassing joy and righteousness, and use us to bless others. As we grow in our understanding of God’s love for us, we are to live out our Christian life, serve as leaders, so that others may know and experience blessing in Christ. We grow in our faith because we continually develop compassion for others. There are many outreach programs at our church and plenty of people in need right outside of our doorstep. One, not well known to many at Incarnation, is a church without walls ministering to the people on the streets, called The Gathering. The Gathering is an outdoor church, endorsed by the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas, which meets every Sunday Afternoon in Thanksgiving Square, and reaches out to people at their point of need to share the message of Jesus Christ. The Gathering has their own volunteers, many of whom are down and out folk touched by the love of Christ, who lead with music and prayers. Additionally, parishes across the metroplex send a priest to celebrate the Eucharist, and a team of volunteers to serve lunch each week to their 150 members. It is very much like the Church in the New Testament, where the liturgical meal of Communion, was followed by the community agape feast.

Tom Hauser, a retired Catholic priest and Executive Director of The Gathering, spoke with Growth Group leaders recently about this ministry of hope, purpose, and strength for the homeless community that is always among us but seldom seen. One of the Growth Groups was inspired and felt called to serve one Sunday. “I was struck by what was said by Tom at the beginning of the worship service: We are all unique people; we come for different reasons, and we all have different issues. But we come together as a church because we love one another,” Mark LaRoe, one of the Growth Group members said. “It struck me to think deeper into what it means to be 'poor in spirit'— and that we all have needs that can only be fulfilled by God. These folks are hungry for God’s love and attention. I was deeply honored to receive communion and blessed to share a meal with them.” Incarnation is a church in the city. We do not exist merely for ourselves but the sake of others. We are called to live out the Christian life in our everyday relationships and to serve so others may know the same blessings we experience in Christ. And we are seeing our Growth Groups take a step in being a blessing to others.

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ANCIENT FAITH. RADICAL VOCATION. By The Reverend Jeremy W. Bergstrom Canon for Vocations, The Episcopal Diocese of Dallas

“Have you ever considered the priesthood?” It’s a striking question, one not normally considered by most people. But perhaps more of us should! After all, priests don’t hatch out of eggs or grow by the riverbank in some exotic jungle. They come from the same pews you sit in every Sunday, from the same Sunday School classrooms you and your children enjoy, from the same home groups and Bible studies that help you grow in your faith, hope, and love. One of your parish’s four mission points is to “Raise up Christian leaders for the renewal of the Church,” and few do it as well as the Church of the Incarnation. Some parishes will go generations before they generate even one vocation, if ever. But I’m willing to guess most of you have known at least one or two young people at Incarnation who have gone on to be priests. You can brag, “I knew them when!” Fostering vocations is a rare and precious thing, and the current work going on at Incarnation is a testament to not only your rector’s exceptional leadership, but to your entire congregation’s remarkable vocation in today’s church. It’s been a long time since we’ve needed quality clergy so badly, and quite frankly, they only come from congregations committed to praying and investing in the future of the church. Part of the challenge we face is recruiting quality candidates for the priesthood. We’ve found some good ones, but we need far more! Another hurdle confronting us has to do with having a vision for what exactly the riches of the Anglican tradition are, and how they’re best employed in compelling, successful Gospel ministry in the 21st Century. Our church is in significant need of a sustained discussion along these lines. Our future depends on it. This fall we’ll be presented with a remarkable, truly one-of-akind opportunity to have such a conversation, and to recruit future priests. For a couple years, a group of like-minded bishops and clergy (including your own) have been dreaming about a major conference to attract and recruit new talent, and we’re pleased to announce that this conference will be held this fall at Incarnation, from September 20–22.

Bishops and seminaries from across North America will be present, and I believe it’s safe to say that never again in our lifetime will a conference of this sort be able to attract such an impressive list of keynote speakers: The Most Reverend Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury; Archbishop Josiah Idowu-Fearon, General Secretary of the Anglican Communion; Bishop N. T. Wright of the University of St. Andrew’s, Scotland; Professor Stanley Hauerwas of Duke University; Professor Oliver O’Donovan, University of Edinburgh; Professor Ephraim Radner, Wycliffe College; and an all-star cast of younger scholars and clergy will be presenting to represent the next generation of leadership in the church. We believe the name of the conference goes a long way towards describing its character and mission: Ancient Order, Radical Vocation: The Anglican Priesthood as 21st Century Call. We’re calling it ‘RADVO’ for short. This incredible lineup will go a long way towards ensuring a successful conference; but again, success only truly comes about when the faithful pray and support the mission of the church. Do you hope for a revitalized Episcopal Church? Do you long to see the riches of the Anglican tradition passed on to subsequent generations, that our children and grandchildren will be able to hear the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the beauty and profundity you regularly enjoy? Pray for RADVO, and ask how you might support the conference in practical ways as well. For more information about the vision and content of the conference, please email me at jbergstrom@edod.org. And finally, do you know any young (or young-ish!) people who might have a call to ministry? You might encourage them to consider attending. Or maybe you need to register to come and discern for yourself ! Our website is the best place to find further information on content and how to register: radvoco.org. God-willing, our Lord will use this conference to bring glory to himself, and it will be of real benefit to the church in the time of great need. As we head into Pentecost my prayer is that he will fill your hearts with a love of his church, and that he will continue to give you wisdom and discernment as you continue to embrace your own vocation in the life of his body, whatever that may be.

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Bishop Anthony Burton, on the right, at age 8 and his older brother as choristers in the Ottawa Cathedral Choir in 1967.

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Let the Children Sing By Scott Dettra Director of Music & Organist

This fall, the Music Department will launch an exciting new program for children: The Incarnation Choir School. Modeled on English choir schools such as those at Westminster Abbey and King's College, Cambridge, the Incarnation Choir School is an after-school program that will provide professional music training for children in grade 2 and above. The choir school is affiliated with the Royal School of Church Music and there will be no tuition costs or expenses for parents. The tradition of having children sing the treble line in choral music goes back centuries. For most of that time such choirs were open only to boys, but in the last several decades girls have been included in equal measure. Our choir school will welcome both boys and girls, who will sing together. Children who become choristers benefit in many ways. In addition to training in voice, music theory, and choral technique, choristers develop important leadership and intellectual skills, self-confidence and motivation, and time management skills. Additionally, numerous recent published studies have shown that children who engage in musical activity can benefit from improved IQ, spatial-temporal awareness and language development. Generally, choristers are academic over-achievers. Through their experience as leaders of worship and the singing of the Anglican choral repertoire, choristers undergo deep spiritual formation, developing roots that last a lifetime. Bishop Burton himself grew up as a chorister in the Ottawa Cathedral Choir and recently spoke about his time as a chorister. "My experience as a boy chorister completely changed my life. It gave me a sense of belonging, a sense of the mystery and awesome presence of God. I learned a lot of Scripture by heart as a chorister since so many texts we sang were scriptural. It made church a happy and interesting place to be, and it gave me a love of music which has been a tremendous blessing ever since."

Choristers are normal children who do an extraordinary job. Musical standards will be high, encouraging the choristers to reach their full potential as young musicians, and helping them to develop a sense of professionalism and pride in their work. Teamwork is an important part of any successful chorister program, and our choristers will be taught the value of working together to achieve more than they thought possible on their own. No prior musical training is required for admission as a chorister, just age-appropriate reading proficiency, the ability to match pitch, and an eagerness to learn. The program will be open to all children, regardless of religious affiliation or parish membership. Rehearsals will be offered twice each week on weekday afternoons, although choristers are only required to attend one rehearsal each week. They will sing at the 9 am traditional services, and occasionally at Choral Evensong. The program will be led by myself and Graham Schultz, our Associate Director of Music. Between us, we have more than 35 years experience working in similar chorister programs in various parishes and cathedrals around the country. With two directors working together, we will be able to provide choristers with a great deal of individualized training, helping them to succeed in a challenging yet fun environment. Although the most obvious result of the choir school will be having choristers sing in church, the main goal of the program is to be a ministry to the children who participate, impacting their lives in positive and lasting ways, setting them up for a lifetime of success whatever career they choose. It is an extraordinary opportunity for growth and development for those who make the commitment. Interested families should contact me directly at sdettra@incarnation.org for more information, or to schedule an appointment to discuss the Incarnation Choir School in more detail.

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SENIOR BREAKFAST & RECOGNITION ON MAY 6 AT 10 AM IN THE YOUTH AREA MAIN OFFICE OFFICE HOURS

Monday – Thursday: 9 am – 5 pm Fridays: 9 am – 1 pm UPCOMING CLOSINGS Memorial Day

MONDAY, MAY 28

Independence Day

WEDNESDAY, JULY 4

Please join us in celebrating our graduating seniors at a Senior Celebration including breakfast at 10 am in the Youth Area, followed by a Senior Recognition Service at 11:15 am in the Uptown Contemporary Service in Ascension Chapel. Please RSVP to Donna Stack at dstack@incarnation.org.

LAST DAY OF SPRING SUNDAY SCHOOL ON MAY 6 FROM 10:20–11:05 AM

Summer Sunday School begins June 3.

ASCENSION DAY SERVICE ON MAY 10 AT 7 PM IN ASCENSION CHAPEL INCARNATION CHOIR NEW CD FOR $15

We are pleased to announce the release of the Incarnation Choir’s new CD Choral Evensong for Eastertide. The recording captures the beauty of Choral Evensong as sung each week. It features American music in the Anglican tradition, along with the Dallas Canticles of Herbert Howells. CDs are available for purchase in the book store.

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Join us in celebrating the Feast of the Ascension of our Lord Jesus Christ.

MOMS & MIMOSAS SUNDAY, MAY 13 10:20 AM • HERITAGE PLAZA Join us as we celebrate Mother’s Day with family photographs and mimosas between services. This special time to honor moms is easily one of our favorite annual events and a wonderful time of fellowship for the entire parish.

THE REVEREND DOCTOR GEORGE WESTHAVER ON MAY 13

THE INCARNATION BIBLE INSTITUTE: CHRIST IN THE WINDOWS: EXPLORING THE OLD TESTAMENT STORIES IN THE ASCENSION CHAPEL STAINED GLASS WINDOW FROM MAY 11–12

Not only is the Ascension Chapel stained glass window an artistic marvel, but its biblical narratives have tremendous Christological meaning and substance. Each of the Bible stories is a foreshadowing of Christ’s life from crucifixion to ascension. Join The Rev. Dr. George Westhaver, Principal of Pusey House (Oxford), as we unpack the Old Testament stories depicted in the window to understand Christ’s ministry and work more deeply. Conference registration: $55. To register, please email Fr. Sundara at jsundara@incarnation.org. ABOUT THE INCARNATION BIBLE INSTITUTE

The Incarnation Bible Institute is a Scripture and Bible conference within the Episcopalian-Anglican liturgical tradition that combines quality Biblical exposition and teaching with ancient liturgy.

Welcome the Rev. Dr. George Westhaver as he preaches at the 9 & 11:15 am Uptown Contemporary services in Ascension Chapel. CHORAL EVENSONG ENDS MAY 20

A service of spoken Holy Communion will take its place in the summer months and will occur at the high altar. Evensong will resume on September 9.

AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE ON MAY 27 FROM 7:30–1:30 PM IN EDUCATION BUILDING, ROOM 205

Donating blood can save a life! Please visit redcrossblood.org and enter: CHURCHOFTHEINCARNATION or call 1.800.733.2767 to schedule an appointment.

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL BEGINS JUNE 3 FOR KIDS AND ADULTS ON SUNDAYS FROM 10:20–11:05 AM

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL JUNE: HOT TOPICS Join us in Education Building Room 205 for another Hot Topics series as our clergy discuss various controversial topics in the Faith. JUNE 3

Fr. Ryan Waller

CREATION OR EVOLUTION? A THEOLOGICAL INTERPRETATION OF GENESIS 1–2.

JUNE 10

Fr. Joe Hermerding

ARE DEMONS AND EVIL SPIRITS REAL?

JUNE 17

Fr. Thomas Kincaid

THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY: WHAT DO EPISCOPALIANS BELIEVE ABOUT HER?

JUNE 24

Fr. John Sundara

CHRISTIANITY & OTHER RELIGIONS: WHY DOES THE CHURCH BELIEVE THAT SALVATION IS ONLY THROUGH CHRIST?

JULY: ICONS FOR LIFE: STUDYING THE ICONS IN ASCENSION CHAPEL The icons in Ascension Chapel proclaim the life of Christ in a way that engages our hearts. Join us as Fr. John Sundara and Michael Sturdy teach us about the life of Christ through these icons.

MONDAY NIGHTS IN JUNE at THE GINGER MAN PUB Theology Live is an annual event held on Monday nights in June at The Ginger Man Pub. Hot theological topics are presented by guest speakers in the comfort of the beer garden. The event begins with a short discourse by the speaker on the scheduled topic, followed by a short break to replenish pints and bites. We then move to a round of Q&A, including a few short remarks and raffles for door prizes provided by The Ginger Man Pub and other sponsors. THIS YEAR WE ARE GOING TO TACKLE THE TABOO TOPIC OF MENTAL HEALTH Our world is becoming increasingly aware about issues surrounding mental health. At this year’s Theology Live we will hear from experts about this current reality and how faith can be an integral part of good mental health.

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Michael Sturdy

THE BIRTH OF CHRIST (HIS ANNUNCIATION & INCARNATION)

JULY 8

Fr. John Sundara

THE IDENTITY OF CHRIST (HIS CIRCUMCISION & BAPTISM)

JULY 15

Michael Sturdy

THE GLORY OF CHRIST (HIS TRANSFIGURATION & ROYAL MARCH)

JULY 22

Fr. John Sundara

THE SACRIFICE OF CHRIST (HIS HARROWING OF HELL)

JULY 29

Michael Sturdy

THE REIGN OF CHRIST (HIS ASCENSION, ENTHRONEMENT AND PAROUSIA, AND HIS SPIRIT’S PENTECOST)

JOIN OUR CHURCH INCARNATION 101 ON JUNE 10 AT 12:30 PM IN EDUCATION BUILDING, ROOM 205

Our membership lunch, called Incarnation 101, is the primary avenue for becoming a member of the parish. Come get to know our clergy and hear their vision for Church of the Incarnation. Learn more about various parish programs, ways to get involved, and what parish membership entails. Lunch & childcare provided with RSVP.

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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL FROM JUNE 11–15 FROM 9–NOON

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

Take an adventure to Splash Canyon: God's Promise on Life's Wild Ride. Join us for this week long trip from seeing "Baby Moses on the Nile" to "God saving the Apostle Paul from the sea." The cost is $40 per child with a $120 family maximum. Registration includes a t-shirt and a music CD.

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RALLY DAY ON AUGUST 26 AT 10:20 AM

GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT FROM AUGUST 9–10

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THE CHOIR OF WASHINGTON NATIONAL CATHEDRAL ON JUNE 17 AT 4 PM IN THE CHURCH

We are happy to present the choir of Washington National Cathedral in concert. The premiere cathedral choir in the United States, they will present a varied program of sacred choral music that is sure to delight and inspire.

One of the tenets of our parish is to "Raise up Christian leaders." Not only is the Global Leadership Summit a wonderful resource for those that are already leaders, but it is also an opportunity to raise up others. It is for this purpose that we offer this initiative as a tool for our parishioners. Everyone has influence. Join us for this worldrenowned conference as we learn what Christian leadership, and our influence, means. Register today for the best rate at incarnation.org/summit. For the discount code to enter online, call 214.217.5647. The discount deadline is July 10, so don't delay. Non-parishioners are also encouraged to attend, so invite the whole office!

Join us as we show some Incarnation pride at the annual Park Cities 4th of July Parade. At this yearly event we walk the parade (children can ride in a truck bed with an adult present or in their stroller) while we pass out goodies and wave at neighbors. This is a great opportunity for fellowship with other parishioners! To sign up and stay up-to-date on details for this fun event, contact Elliott at ecarpenter@incarnation.org.

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PRE-MARRIAGE WEEKEND ON SEPTEMBER 14–16 IN ROOM 205

The Pre-Marriage Course covers important topics for those entering into a Christian Marriage and seeking Pre-Marriage Counseling: communication, conflict resolution, Biblical view of marriage, expectations in marriage, in-laws, understanding your spouse, finances, and intimacy. Please RSVP by August 6 to sdaniels@incarnation.org.

SILVER SAINTS SUMMER LUNCHEON ON AUGUST 17 AT 11:30 AM IN THE GREAT HALL

Please plan to join us for lunch and enjoy a meal with friends and other guests! For reservations, please call 214.217.5610 by August 10.

community HEALTH FAIR COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR ON AUGUST 18 AT 1 PM IN THE GREAT HALL

ANNUAL PARK CITIES JULY 4 PARADE

It is time to gear up for fall as we say "aloha" to Fall Sunday School, Weekday Classes, Growth Groups, and Mission & Outreach opportunities. Come dressed in your favorite island wear and celebrate in style. Music, dancers, food and waterslides await. We're having a luau, so don't be late!

The Community Health Fair is a collaboration of Church of the Incarnation, the medical community, Texas A&M Dental School and many other organizations to provide FREE services to local students— immunizations, sports physicals, dental care and other health information, the Saturday before school starts. This year we will be giving out backpacks filled with school supplies! Please let any student that needs a medical or dental check-up know. Volunteers are needed to make this community outreach event a success.

TUESDAYS AT 6:30 PM IN ASCENSION CHAPEL SEPTEMBER 4–MAY 7 Join us for this inclusive class on Daniel & Revelation with members from different denominations and churches around the area. There are many small groups including groups for couples, men, women, and young adults. There are corresponding programs for kids birth through 8th grade, as well as for teens. Nursery is available. About Community Bible Study: CBS started in 1975 and now has 700 classes offered in 65 languages across the US and 85 other countries with more than 450,000 participants around the world. To register contact: Judy Willingham at judywillingham4@gmail.com.

for The Incarnation Choir. SERVE AT VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Be blessed by serving our children at VBS. We need volunteers to help set up, teach, and sing as our children embark on a journey to "Splash Canyon: God's Promise on Life's Wild Ride." VBS is June 11–15 from 9–Noon. To volunteer, contact Kathy King at KKING@INCARNATION.ORG DONATE TO HAITI

Incarnation's High School students will be traveling on a mission trip to Haiti this summer. For the trip, they are collecting breakfast cereal, peanut butter, jelly, salad dressing, canned chicken, powdered milk, hand soap, hand sanitizer, and Toilet Paper. For questions, please contact Donna Stack at DSTACK@INCARNATION.ORG DONATE TOILETRIES

We will hold our annual Austin Street Center Supply Drive. Please consider donating the following items for the homeless population: travel-size toiletries, deodorant, thin wash cloths, white crew socks (men's and women's). DONATE SCHOOL SUPPLIES

We will be collecting school supplies for students in need throughout the month of August. For questions, please contact Mission & Outreach at OUTREACH@INCARNATION.ORG

HELP GET HEALTHY

We need medical and non-medical volunteers for the Community Health Fair on Saturday, August 19 from 1–3 pm. To help, please contact OUTREACH@INCARNATION.ORG

JANUARY 28

In thanksgiving for Cynthia Flynn Guill; in loving memory of Nancy Kerr Johnson & Robert C. Johnson and La Frances Roberts & Harry M. Roberts, Sr. FEBRUARY 4

In loving memory of Frances Small Bacon, Doris Stanek, Wade Kimbrough and Frances & Marvin Taylor; in celebration of the wedding anniversary of Marty & John Eisenlohr; and in celebration of the birth of Hamilton Williams LaRoe Jr. and Henry Mehring Powell.

MARCH 18

In loving memory of Henry & Harriet Clarke and Dr. Andrew B. Small Jr. APRIL 8

In joyful celebration of the wedding of Meagan Alexandra Given and Dan Steven Forsberg on April 6 and Yolanda Lopez and Timothy Daniel Woehr on April 7; In thanksgiving for the Halstead children and grandchildren and Church of the Incarnation; and in loving memory of Virginia Smith Riordan.

FEBRUARY 11

In thanksgiving for the wedding of Barbara Jo Goergen & Darren Terrance Maloney on February 10, and in loving memory of Ouija Bush. FEBRUARY 18

In loving memory of Joan Burgher Flynn, E. Hight Smith, William Robert Smith, Paul Owens and Nancy Saunders Wyler.

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In loving memory of Dr. Brownie Kimbrough. MARCH 4

In loving memory of Josephine Posey Farmer and in celebration of the life of Sarah Margaret Small. MARCH 11

In celebration of the life of Annabelle Carleton Small; in loving memory of Helen Chambers Price, Allen Butler, and Julie Haltom Lord; and in thanksgiving

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disciple now recap On a cold spring weekend, over 70 students gathered in 8 host homes for Disciple Now Weekend Retreat, traditionally known as just “DNOW." At DNOW, students are divided into small groups, camp out in the family room, spend the night, learn about God, worship, eat, play games, and hang out. Sometimes this retreat is underestimated because of its simplicity. Because our students go to 32 different schools, they don’t have the opportunity to spend time with each other on a regular basis. When they get an opportunity like DNOW, they jump on it. They love spending time together talking and playing games. These simple moments lay the foundation for building relationships not only with each other but with the Lord. This year's theme was "Community." “By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” ( John 13:35) Jesus’ words leave no wiggle room; people should recognize us because of our love for one another—because of our unity. On a typical Sunday, our students are spread out over the church’s traditional and contemporary services. It is a rare occasion to see them gathered in one place. But if you found yourself in the 11:15 am Uptown Contemporary Service on April 8, you saw a mass of students wearing t-shirts with the word “Community" lining the pews. You may have also felt the energy of the students coming together after another abundantly blessed weekend and knew you were witnessing something special.

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belize mission trip recap Twenty-nine missioners traveled to Belize in January where they committed to serving the people in the southwestern region of the country—an area where Incarnation has been working for more than 10 years. The missioners refurbished a health clinic in the community of Selena and taught health & hygiene education as well as music and Christian education at Iguana Creek Government School and the RC School at Arenal, a remote village on the Guatemalan border. The mission team also installed a 3,000book lending library at the RC School and built and installed play yard equipment and picnic tables at both of the schools. Missioners did light construction at Annunciation and Santa Cruz churches and completed water hand pump replacement in San Antonio and Cristo Rey Villages, providing a source for clean drinking water for the villagers. We have a job to do here on earth. With love, patience, and respect, we are to speak up for what we believe and for who we are in Christ. We are to pray for discernment and eyes to see whatever God might be asking of us—to seek God and listen carefully as we choose the things we will be involved in “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” (Mark 10:45). How are you spending your time serving others? Consider attending one of the seven foreign mission trips Incarnation offers each year. You’ll be glad you did.

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Join us as we celebrate Mother’s Day with family photographs and mimosas between services. This special time to honor moms is easily one of our favorite annual events and a wonderful time of fellowship for the entire parish.

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