Summer 2015 by Church of the Incarnation

SUMMER 2015

370+ DAY OF SERVICE

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SUMMER FUN 2015

JUNE 6 ARBORETUM 10 AM

Join us as we tour the Rory Meyer’s Adventure Garden, picnic together, and read the story “3 in 1.” We have discounted rates to enter the Gardens. RSVP by May 29 at incarnation.org/TheCity.

JUNE 7 PICNIC IN THE PARK

AFTER SUNDAY SCHOOL OR 11:15 AM SERVICE

Rendezvous with us for a picnic at Cole Park after Sunday School. Bring your blanket and lunch; we will provide popsicles!

JUNE 28 KLYDE WARREN PARK

AFTER 11:15 AM SERVICE

Join us after the 11:15 am service as we head to the park. Food trucks will be available, or you can bring your own picnic. Kids can splash in the water fountains and play on the playground.

JULY 10 PJ NIGHT/DATE NIGHT

DROP OFF AT 6 PM

Pack a sleeping bag, and get ready for PJ night! Kids will enjoy story time, eat pizza, play games, and watch a movie. Parents can plan a date night and pick the youngsters up around bed time. RSVP by July 3 at incarnation.org/TheCity.

JULY 26 HAWAIIAN FALLS

AFTER CHURCH

It’s time for fun in the sun. Join us at Hawaiian Falls waterpark in Garland. We will have a reserved pavilion and bottled water. Get our discounted price by signing up online. RSVP by July 17 at incarnation.org/TheCity.

AUGUST 8 BOWL & BARREL 11 AM

Join us at Bowl & Barrel for a fun afternoon of bowling. We will pick up the tab for the bowling and your children to eat lunch. Adults can order meals, appetizers, and drinks off the menu. RSVP by July 31 at incarnation.org/TheCity.

AUGUST 20 BUGS, BURGERS, & BREWS 6 PM

End of summer bash! Come learn about all kinds of critters from the creature teacher while enjoying a cold root beer for the kids and beer for the adults. The Hamburger Man will fire up the grill for dinner! RSVP by August 13 at incarnation.org/TheCity.

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2015 vestry

BISHOP BURTON, CHAIRMAN; CARLA BUSH, SENIOR WARDEN; CHASE SKORBURG, JUNIOR WARDEN; JIM GRAU, CHANCELLOR; DOW CROCKER, TREASURER; MICHELLE ANDERSON, GIL BESING, STEPHEN BODWELL, MEG FAHRENBROOK, ERIC FREDERICKS, ORRIN HARRISON, ANDREW LEONIE, MARY LIVINGSTON, GEORGE LONGINO, LARRY TATE, BILL WARD, TODD WELTY, AND WARREN WHITE.

the parish staff ALBERTO AGUILLON JENNIFER ALARCON COURTNEY BARROW JILL BELLEW JUSTIN BROOKS TIFFANY BROOKS PAM COGHLAN MICHELLE COX MICAH CRISSEY NOZAR DARYAPAYMA HALEY DETTRA SCOTT DETTRA MELINDA DRAPER SHELLEY EISENLOHR LORI EVANS NICOLE FOSTER LAURA FREDERICKS ALEX GILSON G. NOEL GROSS GAY HAYSLETT MEG HOUK CAROL KADEL MARTHA LANG ALESHA LEBLANC JENNIFER LEBLANC JOY LOCKARD KAYCEE LOGSDON ANNE MACKINTOSH STEVE MARR DUSTY MATTHEWS ERIN PENDLETON KEITH QUARTERMAN SARA QUARTERMAN GRAHAM SCHULTZ DONNA STACK ANDY TAYLOR CAROLINE WALLER RYAN WALLER AMY WRIGHT MACI YOUNG

HEAD SEXTON CHILDREN'S MINISTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF GRAPHICS + PRODUCTION INCARNATION ACADEMY BUSINESS MANAGER/ CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRY EVENTS MANAGER DIRECTOR OF CONTEMPORARY MUSIC MEMBERSHIP SERVICES COORDINATOR DIRECTOR OF STUDENT MINISTRY DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT INCARNATION ACADEMY HEAD OF SCHOOL DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES OPERATIONS ASSOCIATE FOR LITURGY & WORSHIP DIRECTOR OF MUSIC & ORGANIST BOOKSTORE MANAGER CONTROLLER ASSOCIATE YOUNG ADULTS MINISTER MIDDLE SCHOOL MINISTRY ASSOCIATE ASSOCIATE FOR OUTREACH & PROGRAM COORD. ORGAN SCHOLAR WEB & MEDIA SERVICES ASSISTANT TO THE RECTOR ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR CHILDREN & FAMILY FRONT OFFICE MANAGER DIRECTOR OF MISSION & OUTREACH EVENT COORDINATOR, ASST. TO FR. JOHNSTON SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING & COMM. ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD & FAMILY MINISTRY MUSIC DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATOR MISSION: 75204 PROJECT MANAGER FACILITIES MANAGER BOOKSTORE MANAGER MISSION & OUTREACH PROJECT MANAGER DIRECTOR OF MINISTRY SUPPORT DEVELOPMENT OPERATIONS COORDINATOR ASSISTANT ORGANIST STUDENT MINISTRY ADMIN. ASSISTANT BUSINESS OFFICE ASSOCIATE FELLOWS PROGRAM DIRECTOR YOUNG ADULTS MINISTER ADMINISTRATOR FOR CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRY HIGH SCHOOL MINISTRY ASSOCIATE

SUNDAY SERVICE sunday service TIMES times 7:30 NO MUSIC, CHURCH 7:30AM a.m.TRADITIONAL, Traditional, no music, Church 99AM CHURCH a.m.TRADITIONAL, Family Traditional, Church CONTEMPORARY, GREAT HALL Uptown Contemporary, Great Hall 11:15 AM TRADITIONAL, CHURCH 11:15 a.m. Full Choral, Church CONTEMPORARY, GREAT HALL

Uptown Contemporary, Great Hall

5 PM CHORAL EVENSONG & HOLY COMMUNION 5 p.m.INSolemn Evensong RECESSChoral FOR THE SUMMER

and Holy Communion, Church

5:30 PM CONTEMPORARY, CHAPEL

5:30 p.m. Uptown Contemporary, Chapel

Did You Know? Incarnation is an energy-saving and environmentally conscious establishment. We do our best to turn off our lights and air conditioning when not a necessity. We also use post-consumer recycled paper to print our liturgies every weekend, and recycle all unused flyers, liturgies, and paper when possible. Are you interested in other ideas for “greening” our church? Contact Courtney at cbarrow@incarnation.org.

WEEKDAY SERVICE weekday service TIMES times 7:30 7:30AM a.m.MORNING MorningPRAYER Prayer && HOLY HolyCOMMUNION, Communion,CHAPEL Chapel ANOINTING NOON NoonHOLY HolyCOMMUNION CommunionWITH with Anointing forFOR HEALING, WEDNESDAYS ONLY IN CHAPEL

Healing, Wednesdays only in Chapel

4:40 PM EVENING PRAYER, CHAPEL

4:40 p.m. Evening Prayer, Chapel

CONFESSIONS ARE HEARD BY APPOINTMENT, Confessions are heard by appointment, WITH ANY PARISH PRIEST

with any Parish Priest

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contents

1 A group photo of our amazing Day of Service team. Photo courtesy of Mary Brown

full-time clergy

RECTOR THE RT. REV. ANTHONY J. BURTON VICE-RECTOR THE REV. S. THOMAS KINCAID III

PASTORAL CARE & SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY THE REV. HARRY H. HILL CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRY THE REV. JOSEPH HERMERDING CURATE FOR WORSHIP & YOUNG ADULT FORMATION THE REV. CHRISTOPHER W. YODER

part-time clergy

ASSISTING THE REV. ROBERT H. JOHNSTON III DEACON THE REV. DOROTHY BUDD DEACON THE REV. JUDY FRIZZELL

retired clergy

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

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In case of an emergency after-hours, you may leave a message for a priest at 214.521.5101 ext. 2100. THE ANGELUS is the official magazine of Church of the Incarnation SUMMER 2015

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DAY OF SERVICE PHOTO RECAP

WORSHIP SINGING HER PRAISES

GROW WEAR LOVE EVERYWHERE YOU GO

A special 'thank you,' and work done at North Dallas High School for Day of Service

An interview with Incarnation Choir soprano, Kaycee Logsdon, as she embarks on a new chapter

The Youth Minister teaches what it means to go, love, and serve in the name of the Lord

GROW A DIVINE CONFIDANT

SERVE ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE

LEAD NO PLACE LIKE HOME

PHOTO RECAP

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Understanding the desire for a confidant who truly knows us all

An inside look at the Agape Clinic and its partnership with Church of the Incarnation

Children & Family Ministry partners with parents for the spiritual formation of their kids

A liturgical celebration of Holy Week at a glance. Photos courtesy of Richard Hill

A pictoral snapshot of parish life

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

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THANK YOU FROM THE PRINCIPAL To Church of the Incarnation and Day of Service Organizers and Captains: Words cannot express the happiness we all are feeling at North Dallas High School. We are still in awe about the wonderful gifts my teachers and students received from the Day of Service projects. On behalf of my administration, faculty, students, and staff at North Dallas, please accept our heartfelt gratitude to all pairs of hands that made the Day of Service project a huge success. Please extend our heartfelt thanks to all Incarnation parishioners. We are showered with care and feeling all the love from our neighbors. Thank you so much for caring. Sincerely, Dinnah Escanilla Principal, North Dallas High School

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Her Pra g n i g is e in A FAREWELL INTERVIEW WITH INCARNATION CHOIR SOPRANO

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Yes! I’ve always been surrounded by music, and it’s always been such a fundamental part of my life. HAVE YOU ALWAYS LOVED THE ART OF MUSIC?

WHEN DID YOU FIRST START SINGING? WHERE DID IT START?

I was raised in church and began singing at a very early age; so early, I really can’t remember a time when I wasn’t involved in some sort of musical group. WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE SONG TO SING AT HOME OR CHURCH?

Favorite song to sing… oh, wow. I’m not sure I can choose! I’ll just go with my favorite hymn, which is Be thou my vision. WHAT KIND OF MUSIC DO YOU LISTEN TO? WHAT EMBARRASSING SONGS MIGHT WE FIND ON YOUR PLAYLIST? Some favorite

genres are jazz, classic rock, and country, and I do listen to my fair share of Anglican choral music as well. I’m not really embarrassed by much of the music I listen to, but some surprising items on my playlist would probably be polka music (Dad was a tuba player in a polka band for most of my life. The music grew on me and is a sweet reminder of him), and a good amount of boy band music from the 90’s and early 2000’s. But honestly, find me a girl around my age that doesn’t have N*SYNC and Hanson in her iTunes library… I can still sing every single word to Mmmbop, and I’m not ashamed! WHAT’S THE BEST ADVICE ABOUT SINGING THAT YOU WERE EVER GIVEN, BY WHOM, AND HOW HAS IT IMPACTED YOUR WORK?

My choir teacher in middle school, Mrs. Cooper, gave me one of the greatest pieces of advice (which she actually sort of yelled at me in the middle of class one day) that I constantly keep in mind to this day: “Kaycee, just open your stinkin’ mouth and sing!” She was a frustrated teacher trying to give a simple instruction to get me to physically open my mouth wider and allow for more sound to come out, but it was a concept I hadn’t realized on my own. HOW WERE YOU TRAINED? DO YOU BELIEVE GOD WORKS THROUGH YOU AND YOUR VOICE? I wasn’t really trained to sing;

I just did it. I’ve taken voice lessons here and there which have definitely helped guide me in how to use my voice as it grows and matures, but because I’ve been singing my entire life, to me, it is as natural as breathing. I absolutely believe that God blessed me with a talent, and I love that I have the opportunity to use it to aid others in their worship experiences.

Charlie Moore. I’ve known Charlie for years, and he had been singing at Incarnation for a year before I joined the choir. My sister was auditioning at UNT for her Masters degree, and I came along on her trip to Dallas for fun. Charlie set up an audition for both of us at Incarnation, and we were both hired on the spot by then Assistant Organist, Richard Haigh. HOW DID YOU END UP IN THE INCARNATION CHOIR?

WHERE WAS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO PERFORM WITH THE INCARNATION CHOIR AND WHY? Without a doubt, my absolute

favorite place the Incarnation Choir has sung is Westminster Abbey. The building itself is so iconic that just visiting is an experience itself. Take that, and add in private after-hours tours, special access to the grounds, and being able to walk and sit in places that are normally not open to other tourists… how on earth would I have gotten that experience if not for choir? Walking down the center aisle, past the tomb of Sir Isaac Newton, through the Quire gates and into the wooden stalls of the Abbey… that walk alone will be a memory I hold on to the rest of my life. Then, to be able to sing some of the greatest music in the world in such a magnificent room… words cannot express! Short answer: to continue my education. Long answer: I began my undergraduate education right out of high school, but hindsight has shown me that I wasn’t ready. Now, I am. WHY ARE YOU LEAVING DALLAS?

WHAT HAS INCARNATION MEANT TO YOU AND WHAT’S THE HARDEST PART OF LEAVING? Incarnation has been such an

integral and central part of my life for the past nine years, and it’s going to be really tough walking away from such a wonderful place. Of course, I’m going to miss the music and singing with the choir week in and week out, but I think I’ll miss the people here more than anything else. After I leave Incarnation, my next few years of singing will be mainly in a collegiate setting. I’ll be attending the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, MO. It’s a small university with a growing music program, and I foresee much music making and many hours in practice rooms and voice studios. WHERE WILL YOU SING NEXT?

WHAT DO YOU WANT THE PARISHIONERS OF INCARNATION TO KNOW BEFORE YOU LEAVE? I’d like to communicate that it

has been such an honor and blessing to have been given the opportunity to worship with this congregation and to have been such an active part in the worship experience of others. This church atmosphere is not typical and is not available at every church. I’m not sure many of our regular parishioners realize that! Not just the music, but also the general camaraderie, the attitude, the welcoming congregation, the very real investment in lives this church offers. Incarnation is not the norm. We are the exception. An exceptional exception and one that I will miss more than I can properly express.

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THE YOUTH MINISTER TEACHES WHAT IT MEANS TO GO, LOVE, AND SERVE IN THE NAME OF THE LORD.

The Youth Ministry gathers for a group shot from Disciple Now.

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WHAT WE ARE DOING

"Cotton candy" and "Student Ministry" will probably never be used in the same sentence. We would not be described as a “bunch of fluff ” doing programs and events to entertain; we are more “high-nutrients, a superfood” of sorts for the soul. In a six-month time frame, we will have worked hard at Day of Service, celebrated Christ’s birth with a Progressive Dinner, and dug deep in the bible at Disciple Now Weekend Retreat. Every one of these events has averaged no less than 90 students but what is even more remarkable is the faithful volunteers and parents who have dedicated themselves to make this ministry what it is today. Almost every parent in Student Ministry participates in some form or fashion having caught the vision that they are needed and are key ingredients for the success of this ministry. By Pam Coghlan Director of Youth Ministry

WHO WE ARE

In the past four years, the Student Ministry has become a force to be reckoned with. Just walk through the upstairs hallways of the main building on a Sunday morning, and you will find about 90 students scurrying to and fro hugging and high-fiving each other. You will hear sounds of laughter and shouts of joy, and feel the zing of electricity in the air — brought on by the bounding bodies of energy. These 6–12 grade students are the bright future of our church. They are discovering what it means to know Christ and to love him by loving others. These students are not just about how much fun they can have. They are students interested and curious about their faith. They are disciples of Christ in training. If you asked any of our 35 regular Sunday morning volunteers why they invest in, teach, and disciple these students, you would hear comments like: "students are messy and complicated, but they bring great joy and hope,” and “these kids ask hard questions about their faith.” How could anyone ignore their curiosity? You can’t. You make it your mission to help them discover the truth and find the answers to their questions in the Bible.

As the heat is turned up for summer, there is no slowing down — with pool parties, Jonathan Creek Summer Camp, and the Guatemala Mission Trip. The underlining theme for the summer focuses on service—“loving your neighbor as yourself." God has richly blessed us to be located in the central part of Dallas where needs are obvious and mission work is at the church’s front door. We see the need and hear the cry for help and will participate in local mission and service projects throughout the community. With all that is going on and taking place, it is easy to overlook little acts of grace and kindness like students who consistently invite their friends to church. Cotton candy? Not us! Romans 10:14–15 so eloquently paints a picture of what it means to love others and serve them as Christ did…"How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!” Student Ministry will always strive to have beautiful feet!

Fun? Yes. Student Ministry is a blast, but there is so much more to this ministry. Student Ministry has the privilege of shaping and molding the future. We are about equipping students with biblical knowledge and experiences to help them grow in their Christian faith.

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Understanding the Desire for a Confidant Who Truly Knows Us All

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By Lori Evans Associate Young Adult Minister “I’ve found a friend, oh, such a friend! He loved me ere I knew Him; He drew me with the cords of love, and thus He bound me to Him.”1 The words of James Small’s hymn reflect the ubiquitous desire of all of us for intimate communion. It is a longing for someone with whom to share one’s secrets, joys, and pains…a true companion, who would even “lay down his life for his friend” ( John 15:13). Few could say they have not felt the pangs of longing for such intimacy and fidelity, or felt the stings of loneliness in the midst of relationships that fell short. The pages of Scripture are filled with portraits of just such companionships, such as the friendship of Jonathan and David, revealing the loyalty of “a friend who sticks closer than a brother” (Prov. 18:24). Perhaps the greatest attestation of such a bond of love is heard in Ruth’s promise to Naomi, the faithful friend who clung to Naomi and pledged never to leave her side. It is the image of two lives becoming one. This poignant portrait of friendship can also be traced in the mystical writings of Gertrude of Helfta, a 13th century German theologian who had entered a Benedictine monastery at the age of four. Orphaned and lonely in her upbringing, Gertrude’s astute writings testified to her soul’s pining for true friendship, not unlike each of us. She described her longing for “the presence of a friend, intimate, affectionate, wise and companionable,” with whom she could share even the silence of solitude.1 It was the desire for a confidant who knew her, “discerned her thoughts from afar,” and was “acquainted with all her ways” (Psalm 139:2–3). With ineffable joy, Gertrude awoke to find that truest of companions, Christ, Who dwelt within her heart through faith (Ephesians 3:17). In devoting her love to Him alone, she dwelt with the One in Whose presence “no joys would be lacking.” This divine friendship was the intimate union of hearts wrought by the sanctifying embrace of God. Writing of her experiences in The Herald of Divine Love, Gertrude recalled that it was the Lord that initiated friendship with her, displaying intimacy and love in such a way that drew her to Him. This offering of companionship was Christ’s sacrificial love that met her in her loneliness. This friendship came to Gertrude in the form of a vision at age twenty-six. In the evening after Compline, she described “a youth of about sixteen years of age,” beautiful and gentle, tenderly offering salvation and the sweetness of one in whom she could confide. The youth bid her not to fear and held her hand while promising her deliverance. This vision revealed both the longing of her heart for comfort, and the friend, Who like Jonathan “arose and went to David,” encouraged him to “not be afraid, and entered into covenant with him" (1 Sam. 23:16–17). This visitation of salvation by Christ, as the divine friend, was further revealed when He reached out to remove the obstacles coming between

them. In the vision, Gertrude saw a lengthy hedge, “bristling with such large thorns that there seemed no way to get back to the youth.” But it was the youthful friend Who lifted her over the hedge and placed her beside Himself, with hands wounded and scarred in love. It was a moving portrait of Christ’s sacrificial death that removes the barrier of sin, enabling one to grow “into the holy temple of the Lord” where Christ dwells as a divine friend. Such astonishing intimacy echoes the prayer of Christ, that those who would believe in Him might know His presence and the very love shared between the Father and Him ( John 17:20–26). Like most true friendships, Gertrude portrayed her relationship with Christ as growing sweeter with time, as she was filled with His gracious gifts and transformed by the redemptive presence of God. Like David, she was “adorned” with the royal raiment of her friend, clothed in “the embroidered golden robe” of Christ. Gertrude spoke of the “familiar companionship with which the Lord favored her,” and as “one to whom he would reveal his secrets,” bringing a more profound knowledge of the Loved one through the sweetness of continued fellowship and communion. Through times of corporate worship, private prayer, and the reading of Scripture, Christ’s presence drew her soul to Himself. As Mary who sat at the feet of Jesus listening to His words, in His presence Gertrude grew in the knowledge of Christ. In perfect love, Christ became the divine companion who dwelt with her in sweet, intimate fellowship and faithfully remained with her to bestow the gifts of His grace that drew her to Himself. They were two hearts becoming one as she was being transformed in the image of God. Gertrude of Helfta’s tender portrayal of true, redemptive friendship is not unlike my own. For I, too, have known the companionship, intimacy, and covenant faithfulness of Christ, a divine confidant that promises to never leave or forsake me (Heb. 13:5). Through His sacrifice, He draws us to Himself, to transform believers into “a soul united with God,” becoming “one spirit with him” as He manifests Himself to us ( John 14:21). With Gertrude, I will also proclaim: “I’ve found a friend, oh, such a friend! He bled, He died to save me; and not alone the gift of life, but His own self He gave me.”2 If you want to learn more about this powerful friendship and the life of Gertrude, pick up a copy of Herald of Divine Love in the Incarnation Bookstore!

REFERENCES Gertrude of Hefta, Herald of Divine Love, trans. Margaret Winkworth (Mahwah: Paulist Press), 1993. 1

James G. Small, “I’ve Found a Friend, oh, Such a Friend,” in the Baptist Hymnal (Nashville: Convention Press, 1956), hymn 261. 2

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ALL YOU NEED IS L VE AN INSIDE LOOK AT THE AGAPE CLINIC AND ITS PARTNERSHIP WITH INCARNATION

By Stephanie Bohan Executive Director of the Agape Clinic "Agape" is the Greek word for the highest form of love or the term commonly used to refer to Christian love. To the Agape Clinic “agape means caring for our fellow man, healing and providing care to all those in need. Our partnership with the Church of the Incarnation started by helping with Incarnation’s annual Community Health Fair but has expanded into a true collaboration that exemplifies Christian Love, and now includes a mentoring job program for homeless, displaced students at North Dallas High School.

They give their time seeing patients, providing translation services, doing administrative work, and organizing and planning the Love Agape Dinner and Auction (the Clinic’s annual fundraising gala).

Church of the Incarnation has a long-standing relationship with North Dallas High School and provides several programs for the students. Some of the students — specifically those with unstable housing — face great challenges, including access to medical care and the ability to find job opportunities due to their lack of experience, references, and parental support. Once this was brought to our attention, the Agape Clinic was happy to provide medical care as well as school The Agape Clinic is the oldest and sports physicals to all of charity medical clinic in Dallas, OCTOBER 24 • UNION STATION the homeless and displaced founded in 1983, by Dr. Barbara students of NDHS. And with Join us at the Agape Clinic's 5th Annual Baxter who is still an active financial support from Church Love Agape Dinner as Church of the Incarnation, volunteer and medical director. Martha Lang and the Right Reverend Anthony J. Burton, of the Incarnation, the Clinic In addition to basic primary alongside Dr. Craig Hobar and Robert J. Bigham has created jobs for several medical care, the Clinic offers will be honored for their commitment and support of NDHS students. Currently a the following specialty services: medical mission work both here and abroad. nursing student at Brookhaven women’s health, neurology, For information, please contact Stephanie Bohan at the Community College serves as pediatrics, orthopedics, Agape Clinic at sbohan@theagapeclinic.org. a supervisor for the student dermatology, asthma and staff. The students have learned allergy, ophthalmology, limited how to work in the Clinic’s laboratory, with triage patients, counseling services, and new this year, the Clinic has added and perform front office reception duties. It has been a real dental screenings through a partnership with Texas A & M blessing to see these students blossom in a professional working Baylor College of Dentistry. environment and build much needed self-esteem. In one case, the money a student earned provided the necessary funds to Last year the Clinic provided more than 4 million dollars of help pay for housing for his family. primary and specialty care on an annual operating budget of

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$500,000. 9,610 patient visits were provided to the working poor of Dallas. The Clinic is able to accomplish the $1 spent = $8 of care ratio because of the dedicated volunteers and collaborations with medical schools especially UT Southwestern Medical School and advanced nursing programs, and the Louise Harrington School of Nursing at Baylor. Medical professionals as well as non-medical lay leaders from Church of the Incarnation provide countless volunteer hours.

We are thankful to have partners like Church of the Incarnation. Together we help serve the needs of the community. Agape Clinic is always searching for additional medical and non-medical volunteers. FOR INFO, CONTACT OUTREACH@INCARNATION.ORG ANGELUS INCARNATION.ORG

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CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRY: PARTNERING WITH PARENTS FOR THE SPIRITUAL FORMATION OF THEIR KIDS

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By: Meg Houk Assistant Director of Children & Family Ministry When it comes to raising our children to grow into fully-formed, devoted followers of Jesus Christ, we can close our eyes and click our heels together and wish really hard...or we can just drop them off at Sunday School week by week and hope that will do the trick. The true surprise (and the bad news) is that either method seems to be about equally effective. Recent research has shown that nurturing a Christian faith in our children that is retained and sustains them after they leave home, and also deepens as they grow, entails so much more than the once-a-week hour or two we spend at church. Research suggests that what is absolutely necessary are parents who are actively growing in their own faith, and seeking to live that out in transformative, counter-cultural ways.

agents of spiritual formation in their children. In the past year, we have focused on this in the Faith in Family Life Class on Sunday mornings, but our real excitement lies in the year ahead. We are eagerly planning new opportunities for parents to gather and think about topics such as building healthy marriages, raising believing children, and new ways in midst of the messiness of day-to-day family life to be conformed into the image of Christ — and to do it in such a way so that the truth of the incarnation — the Word becoming flesh and blood — is present in us as we minister to our kids in our homes.

This summer we have several CFM family events planned which involve fellowship, food, and fun. And as we look forward to the fall, we are purposefully and prayerfully dedicated to BRINGING HOME FAITH strengthening our Sunday school curriculum in ways that equip parents to join in the conversation about what the kids are learning. We will be sharing vetted A life of faith — prayer, worship, study of the Bible, serving resources that will offer plenty of information on several areas others, denying self, making hard and unpopular choices — of family life. these things need to be modeled by the parents and lived in the home. Parents have to be intentional about using the time Please join us in this new season. Even if you are beyond the between Sundays to talk about faith, reading the Scriptures thick of the family life journey, we would be thrilled to hear together, serving others together, and worshipping together from you and incorporate you into serving opportunities — both within the walls of the church as well as outside the in support of the families of Church of the Incarnation. We walls of the church. These are the practices that help form our have need for volunteers and would love to plug you in to our children spiritually. ministry. The kids need you, and we need you. Here’s the thing, Parents — take heart, YOU CAN DO THIS. The things of God aren’t just for Sunday; they are meant to We are here to help. nourish and sustain us every day of the week. And an everyday faith just might be the very greatest gift we give our children! This past year, the Children & Family Ministry Department has been in transition, and a portion of that transition has been FOR INFO, CONTACT CFM@INCARNATION.ORG about dreaming of new ways to equip parents to be the primary

READING MATERIAL TO GET YOU STARTED 1. FAITH BEGINS AT HOME MARK HOLMEN 2. IT STARTS AT HOME KURT BRUNER & STEVE STROOPE 3. PARENTING IN THE PEW ROBBIE CASTLEMAN

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1 Easter Vigil Service 2 Uptown Ash Wednesday Service 3 Incarnation Academy Maundy Thursday Service 4 The donkey visits for Palm Sunday 5 Good Friday Service 6 Shrove Tuesday Mardi Gras Celebration & Pancake Supper 7 Easter Day in the Uptown Service

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8 Construction on the new Chapel 9 Parish Night 2015 10 Pre-Marriage Weekend 11 Snow Day 12 Incarnation 101

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THE GATHERING (20’s, 30’s & 40’s) THE REVEREND S. THOMAS KINCAID III has been selected as our VICE RECTOR. CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRY

has added three new employees to their growing department. JILL BELLEW as the Events & Project Manager, JOY LOCKARD as Assistant Director for Early Childhood & Family Ministry, and AMY WRIGHT as Children & Family Ministry Administrative Assistant. STEVE MARR has been added to our FACILITIES STAFF as Facilities Manager. MAIN OFFICE OFFICE HOURS

Monday – Thursday: 9 am – 5 pm Fridays: 9 am – 1 pm The church offices will be closed on the following days: Memorial Day

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Holy Sacraments

CONFIRMATION

Celebrate adult confirmation at 9 am on May 3, and youth confirmation at 11:15 am in the Traditional service in the main church. FIRST COMMUNION

Come support those taking part in this important sacramental rite on May 10 at the 9 am Traditional Service in the main church.

Join the Young Adults group at Topgolf on Park Lane on Sunday, May, 17 from 7– 9 pm for food, drinks, fellowship, and a chance to practice your swing! Register at incarnation.org/THECITY. CHORAL EVENSONG IN RECESS

MONDAY, MAY 25

Our Choral Evensong service will be in recess beginning May 17, and resumes on September 13.

Independence Day

BAPTISMS

FRIDAY, JULY 3

Join us for the Holy Sacrament of Baptism held on the Feast of Pentecost, May 24 at 11:15 am in the Traditional service, and on July 19 at 9 am in the Uptown service.

Baptism Prep for Parents SUNDAY, MAY 31 • 11:15–1 PM FAMILY MINISTRIES ROOM

CARVE OUT SOME TIME TO REGISTER FOR THE CITY LINKING YOU TO EACH OTHER & THE CHURCH

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Join us as we celebrate Mother’s Day with family photographs and mimosas on the lawn between services. This special time to honor moms is one of our favorite annual events and a time of fellowship for the entire parish. Photographer stations will be available for complimentary photos.

Incarnation’s quarterly class is required for the parents of children who have been or will soon be baptized. We will explore the origins of baptism in Scripture as well as what our Prayer Book and Anglican tradition teach us about this Sacrament of New Birth. Registration for the class is required. RSVP AT INCARNATION.ORG/THE CITY HALEY AT HDETTRA@INCARNATION.ORG

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NIT Y IN A MULTI-FAITH WORL D

UPTOWN & LAKEWOOD! God Willing and the People Consenting,

MONDAY NIGHTS IN JUNE at the GINGER MAN PUBS

The Right Reverend Paul Emil Lambert, Bishop Pro Tempore of Dallas, will ordain

Christopher Wendell Yoder CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRY SUMMER FUN 2015 KICK-OFF

June 1

FR. BOB JOHNSTON BUDDHISM

June 8

RYAN WALLER ATHEISM

Summer fun, here we come! Help us kick off this summer with two exciting events. On Saturday, June 6 join us at 10 am at the Arboretum. Bring a picnic lunch and explore the Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden. On Sunday, June 7, walk over to Cole Park after church, bring a picnic, and enjoy a popsicle from Pop Star popsicles.

to the sacred Order of Priests in Christ's One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church on Saturday, the sixth day of June two thousand and fifteen at eleven o'clock in the morning Church of the Incarnation 3966 McKinney Avenue Dallas, Texas 75204 your prayers & presence are requested

Reception Following Childcare by reservation to jbellew@incarnation.org

HONDURAS MISSION TRIP

Please pray for our missioners and their work. Trip dates: June 19–27 FATHER'S DAY

June 15

June 21. Be sure to log on to The City at incarnation.org/THE CITY to see how we will celebrate Dad this summer!

DR. JIM DENISON

CHILDREN & FAMILY EVENT KIDS PJ NIGHT & PARENTS DATE NIGHT

ISLAM

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL BEGINS

Summer Sunday school begins June 2. Join us this summer as we share a truly delicious presentation of the Bible for children and adults.

June 22

DR. BILLY ABRAHAM

WHO IS SAVED? ARE OTHER RELIGIONS OUT? 5:30 PM AT LAKEWOOD (LA VISTA) 7:15 PM AT UPTOWN (BOLL STREET)

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CHILDREN & FAMILY EVENT KLYDE WARREN PARK

Join us Sunday, June 28 after church for a trolley ride to Klyde Warren Park! We will head to the park after the 11:15 am service. Food trucks will be lined up for everyone to purchase lunch or you can bring your own picnic. Kids can splash in the interactive water fountains, and play on the playground. Register at incarnation.org/THECITY.

Drop your kids off at the church on Friday, July 10 at 6 pm for a fun evening filled with pizza, popcorn, games and a movie while parents are free to have a date night. Please register by July 3 at incarnation.org/THECITY.

HIGH SCHOOL MISSION TRIP TO GUATEMALA

Please pray for our youth missioners, their leaders, and their work. Trip dates: July 12–20.

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CHILDREN & FAMILY EVENT HAWAIIAN FALLS

On Sunday, July 26 at Noon, join us for fun in the sun at Hawaiian Falls in Garland. We got a great discount on tickets at just $16.99 a piece. We have reserved a pavilion as a gathering place for the group and will provide bottled water. Bring a picnic or purchase meals there. Make your reservation by Friday, July 17 at incarnation.org/THECITY. CHILDREN & FAMILY EVENT BOWL & BARREL

Come join us at Bowl & Barrel Saturday, August 8 at 11 am for a fun afternoon of bowling! We will pick up the tab for the bowling and your children to eat lunch. Adults can order meals, appetizers and drinks off the menu. Please register by Monday, August 3 at incarnation.org/THECITY. CHILDREN & FAMILY EVENT BUGS, BURGERS & BREWS

End of summer bash — Thursday, August 20 at 6 pm in the Great Hall. Learn about critters from the creature teacher while enjoying an ice cold root beer for the kids and beer for the adults. The Hamburger Man will fire up the grill for dinner! Register by August 13 at incarnation.org/THECITY. SILVER SAINTS SUMMER LUNCHEON

Meet in the Great Hall at 11:30 am on Thursday, August 20 for food, fellowship, and fun! A SPECIAL THANK YOU

Thank you to Shelley Eisenlohr for serving as the Champion for Austin Street Center for 10 years. We are eternally grateful for your leadership.

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FIRST FRIDAYS GROWTH GROUPS

In recess for the summer. About Growth Groups: God calls His people together as one body. In the body, we grow, are nurtured, and reach out to others. The church does this in many ways, but one really vital way that Incarnation does it is through Growth Groups. These groups allow us to meet each other in a closer setting with the purpose of truly getting to know one another, growing together in faith, and standing with one another in life. Every other week, parishioners get together for food, fellowship, prayer, and spiritually focused study that is designed to help you grow more mature in your faith and relationship with God. Stay tuned for details about how to join or start a group for the fall. INCLINGS

In recess for the summer. INClings is an Incarnation group of all ages who meet to read and discuss works of the original Oxford Inklings and other Christian writers. THE PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY

Meets in the Family Ministries Room at Noon on Tuesdays. This ministry creates beautiful prayer shawls for those “in need,” free of charge for anyone (not just parishioners), anywhere. Enjoy homemade treats and fellowship with this lively group. Please contact Sally Butler at 214.887.1126 for more information. THE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

This confidential group holds weekly meetings allowing each participant (recently diagnosed and in treatment, cancer survivor, or caring for a loved one) the option to speak candidly of “where they are” and how their life has been affected by illness. Wednesdays at 1 pm in the Brides’ Room.

First Friday is a fellowship of Incarnation parishioners inclusive of everyone — singles, married couples, empty nesters. It is a time for food, fellowship and fun bridging both the uptown ministry and the greater church. First Friday of the month from 6 – 8 pm. For more information, email firstfriday@ incarnation.org DAUGHTERS OF THE KING

In recess for summer. Daughters of the King is a spiritual, praying order for women vowing to spread God’s Word through evangelism, prayer, and service. Membership is open and visitors are welcome at all functions. ACOSTA-SMITH GROUP

Acosta-Smith will host a year-end meeting and luncheon on Tuesday, May 12 at 10 am at Kathryn Hoppe’s home, and then will be in recess for the summer. This is a group of Incarnation women who meet for programs pertinent to Christianity, charity, and outreach and for lunch and fellowship. Our main involvement is in donations to the church, diocese, and community. New members are always welcome. Please RSVP for the luncheon to Kathryn Hoppe, Chairman at 972.788.5375 or khoppe2@tx.rr.com, or to Kay Eby, Co-Chairman, at 972.208.0533 or kay_eby@yahoo.com. SUPPER CLUB

Supper Club is a fellowship opportunity for parishioners and visitors to meet and dine with each other at a member’s home in a casual setting. It is a chance for newer members to make connections with others and a chance to renew or deepen connections to our church community. Join us May 15 at 7 pm at the home of Kathy & David Boyett. Register by Tuesday, May 12 at incarnation.org/THECITY. Cost: $16 (Bring your own beverage)

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SERVE MEALS

We need volunteers to join existing teams serving meals to those afflicted with AIDS and their families. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Randy Pierson at r.piersontx@gmail.com. GET INVOLVED

If you’ve been served by Incarnation, whether it be through attending a Growth Group or Sunday school, parish-wide events, or any number of other ways—chances are you’ve been served by a faithful volunteer giving time and talent to serve you. And we’re always in need of more help. We want to help you connect where you are feeling called to serve. Please email info@incarnation.org or call the front desk at 214.521.5101 to explore the many opportunities available to you to get more involved at your church.

FEBRUARY 1

In celebration of the birthday of Cynthia Flynn Guill, the wedding anniversary of Marty & John Eisenlohr, and the wedding of Mary Eileen Beecherl & Robert Barton Irby, Jr., on January 31. FEBRUARY 8

In loving memory of Doris Stanek and Frances Small Bacon. In loving memory of Thomas Wray, Jr., Edward Hight Smith, William Robert Smith, and Paul Edwin Owens. FEBRUARY 22

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MARCH

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

MARCH 15

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Eloise Anne Lehman Zoe Marie Krueger Paloma Allison

In loving memory of Dr. Brownie Kimbrough and Joan Burgher Flynn.

In loving memory of Helen Chambers Price and Julie Haltom Lord.

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In loving memory of James Henry Clarke and Dr. Andrew B. Small; and in celebration of the life of Annabelle Carleton Small. MARCH 22

In loving memory of Sue Rollins Longino. APRIL 12

In loving memory of Lorene Yadon Hysinger and in celebration of the birthday of Lane Fleming Longino.

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Carroll Paul Huntress William Stephen Stapp Anna Louis Rutherford Richard Samuel Whitesell, Jr. Emma Frances Schultz

APRIL

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Shirley Hall Marilyn Powell Williams

ALTAR ARRANGEMENTS Join a rich tradition at Incarnation by donating for altar flowers as a commemoration both in the memory of loved ones, and also in celebration of blessed events that happen in our lives. Your commemoration will be published in our weekly Traditional liturgies as well as in the

APRIL 19

In loving memory of Charles Howard Hudson and Linda White; and in celebration of the wedding of Sierra Nicole Jones & Ryan Douglas Wheatley on April 18.

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YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS TOPICS LIKE “The Jesus Diet: Thinking Like a Christian About Dieting”

AND “Welcome to Mi Cocina: The Importance of Sharing Meals Together”

JOIN US FOR A DELICIOUS SUMMER SERMON SERIES ABOUT THE ROLE FOOD PLAYS IN OUR SPIRITUAL LIVES.

PLUS

You will want to be a part of the corresponding lecture and often times activity that will take place in Memorial Chapel during the Sunday school hour.

KEEP A LOOK OUT FOR FULL DETAILS IN THE ENEWS AND ON THE CITY