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holy week schedule PALM SUNDAY, APRIL 14 Normal Sunday schedule
WEEKDAYS IN HOLY WEEK
8 AM
MORNING PRAYER & HOLY COMMUNION
NO HOLY COMMUNION ON MAUNDY THURSDAY AND GOOD FRIDAY
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NOON HOLY COMMUNION WITH HEALING MINISTRIES
memorial chapel WEDNESDAY ONLY
NOON SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION good shepherd altar in the church MONDAY – WEDNESDAY ONLY
4:40 PM EVENING PRAYER
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5 PM
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
MONDAY – WEDNESDAY ONLY
good shepherd altar in the church
GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 19
NOON SOLEMN LITURGY OF GOOD FRIDAY
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WITH VENERATION OF THE CROSS AND HOLY COMMUNION FROM THE PRE-SANCTIFIED GIFTS
5:30 PM GOOD FRIDAY HISTORY & TRADITIONS
education building, room 114
6 PM
SOLEMN LITURGY OF GOOD FRIDAY
WITH VENERATION OF THE CROSS AND HOLY COMMUNION FROM THE PRE-SANCTIFIED GIFTS
6 PM
UPTOWN CONTEMPORARY GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE
6 PM
CHILDREN’S GOOD FRIDAY LITURGY*
*For children in kindergarten– 3rd grade. For more info and to RSVP, please email Meg Houk at mhouk@incarnation.org (Children are to meet at 5:45 pm in Room 29.)
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ascension chapel
education building, room 29
HOLY SATURDAY, APRIL 20
the paschal triduum
MAUNDY THURSDAY, APRIL 18
NOON HOLY COMMUNION
memorial chapel
SAID SERVICE WITH HOMILY; NO STRIPPING OF THE ALTAR
6:30 PM MAUNDY THURSDAY HISTORY & TRADITIONS
education building, room 114
7 PM
CHORAL HOLY COMMUNION
WITH FOOT WASHING & STRIPPING OF THE ALTAR
7 PM
7:30 PM EASTER VIGIL HISTORY & TRADITIONS
education building, room 114
8 PM
THE GREAT VIGIL OF EASTER
The Kindling of the New Fire; the Vigil of lessons that tell the story of redemption from Creation to Jesus Christ; the Sacrament of Baptism for adults; the first Easter celebration of Holy Communion. The people are invited to bring bells to ring after the Easter Acclamation and the return of “Alleluia!”
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UPTOWN CONTEMPORARY SERVICE
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WITH FOOT WASHING & STRIPPING OF THE ALTAR
The Vigil at the Altar of Repose begins as soon as the Blessed Sacrament is taken to Memorial Chapel at the conclusion of the Maundy Thursday liturgy, and continues until 8 am on Good Friday.
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EASTER DAY: THE SUNDAY OF THE RESURRECTION, APRIL 21 HOLY COMMUNION WITH HYMNS
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TRADITIONAL SERVICE
9 AM
UPTOWN CONTEMPORARY SERVICE
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11:15AM TRADITIONAL SERVICE
for more info: incarnation.org/journey
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11:15AM UPTOWN CONTEMPORARY SERVICE
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No Sunday School or evening services on Easter Sunday
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; MEG BOYD; ELIZABETH STEED; ANDY WELCH Note: New Vestry members will be voted on at the February 3 Annual Parish Meeting. Please visit incarnation.org for a full list after February 3.
the parish staff ALBERTO AGUILLON EDDIE ADESODUN COURTNEY BARROW JILL BELLEW JOSH BOYD TIFFANY BROOKS MELANIE BROWN MEREDITH CANTRELL ELLIOTT CARPENTER JIMMY CASEY PAM COGHLAN MICAH CRISSEY SHANNON DANIELS HALEY DETTRA SCOTT DETTRA LILI DIJAS RENÉ DUBOIS SHELLEY EISENLOHR DAVID HANSON GAY HAYSLETT MEG HOUK JOSH HULSEY KRISTIN JOHNSON CAROL KADEL KATHY KING MARTHA LANG JENNIFER LEBLANC ROBIN LITTLE ANNE MACKINTOSH STEVE MARR JUDY MARTIN DUSTY MATTHEWS LIBBY MCGEE BECKY MIDDLETON JOHN MONGER MATTHEW POOL GRAHAM SCHULTZ KATE SMITH SARA SNOWDEN DONNA STACK SABRINA STEWARD NAOMI SUNDARA MANDI TROUSIL JOSE VIERA CAROLINE WALLER
HEAD SEXTON COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS INCARNATION ACADEMY BUSINESS MANAGER ORGAN SCHOLAR MEMBERSHIP SERVICES COORDINATOR BOOKSTORE MANAGER NURSERY COORDINATOR ASSOCIATE FOR LITURGY & WORSHIP UPTOWN CONTEMPORARY SERVICES, EVENTS SEXTON FOR INCARNATION NORTH DIRECTOR OF STUDENT MINISTRY INCARNATION ACADEMY HEAD OF SCHOOL PROJECT MANAGER DIRECTOR OF RESOURCE MANAGEMENT & SPECIAL PROJECTS PRECENTOR & DIRECTOR OF MUSIC CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRY ASSOCIATE MUSIC DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATOR DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES & COMPLIANCE YOUNG ADULTS MINISTER EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE RECTOR DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRY HIGH SCHOOL MINISTRY ASSOCIATE WELCOME MINISTRY COORDINATOR & ASSISTANT TO THE CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER ASSOCIATE FOR PASTORAL CARE CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRY ADMINISTRATOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF MISSION & OUTREACH CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT MISSION & OUTREACH 75204 PROJECT MANAGER WEB & MEDIA SERVICES ASSISTANT TO THE VICE RECTOR BOOKSTORE MANAGER WELCOME CENTER RECEPTIONIST DIRECTOR OF CONTEMPORARY MUSIC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT, SECURITY, & TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE FOR LITURGY & WORSHIP TRADITIONAL SERVICES ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF MUSIC FELLOWS PROGRAM DIRECTOR, ASSOCIATE FOR ADULT FORMATION MISSION & OUTREACH PROJECT MANAGER STUDENT MINISTRY ADMINISTRATOR MISSION & OUTREACH DEPT. ADMINISTRATOR YOUNG ADULTS ASSOCIATE MIDDLE SCHOOL MINISTRY ASSOCIATE SEXTON FELLOWS PROGRAM COORDINATOR
SUNDAY SERVICE TIMES
sunday service times 7:30 AM TRADITIONAL, NO MUSIC, CHURCH 9 AM TRADITIONAL, CHURCH UPTOWN CONTEMPORARY, ASCENSION CHAPEL 11:15 AM TRADITIONAL, CHURCH UPTOWN CONTEMPORARY, ASCENSION CHAPEL 5 PM CHORAL EVENSONG & HOLY COMMUNION, CHURCH 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
TO A HOLY LENT INCARNATION.ORG/JOURNEY QUIET PRAYER: TOOLS FOR CHRISTIAN MEDITATION SATURDAY, MARCH 2 • 1 PM
JOURNEY TO DAILY PRAYER
This year, the first weeks of Lent and Spring Break coincide. Check out by the pool, and check in with God daily. Text "Journey" to 888.52.3216 to opt in for a daily text reminder to pray.
THEOLOGY OF SUFFERING LECTURE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6 • 6 PM
THE CHOIR OF SAINT THOMAS CHURCH FIFTH AVENUE SATURDAY, MARCH 17 • 4 PM
DAVID HIGGS CONCERT
THURSDAY, MARCH 21 • 7:30 PM
STATIONS OF THE CROSS FRIDAY, MARCH 22 • 6 PM
JOURNEY TO FORGIVENESS WITH KIM PHUC WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27 • 6 PM
INCARNATUS CONCERT FRIDAY, MARCH 29 • 8 PM
DAY OF SERVICE
SATURDAY, MARCH 30 • 8 AM SPENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL & TAG ACADEMY
JOURNEY TO THE CROSS
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10 • 5–9 PM THURSDAY, APRIL 11 • 5–9 PM FRIDAY, APRIL 12 • 9 AM–9 PM SATURDAY APRIL 13 • 9 AM–9 PM
THE CHOIR OF NEW COLLEGE, OXFORD SATURDAY, APRIL 6 • 7:30 PM
CONFESSION
MONDAY–WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15–17 • NOON & 5 PM
HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE SEE OPPOSITE PAGE
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 PASTORAL CARE THE REV. OLIVER LEE PASTORAL LEADER FOR TRADITIONAL WORSHIP CHASE SKORBURG ADULT FORMATION THE REV. JOHN SUNDARA INCARNATION NORTH CAMPUS THE REV. DAVID THOMPSON UPTOWN CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP THE REV. RYAN WALLER
part-time clergy
THEOLOGIAN-IN-RESIDENCE THE REV. CN. VICTOR AUSTIN DEACON THE REV. DOROTHY BUDD DEACON THE REV. JUDY FRIZZELL PASTORAL ASSISTANT FOR INCARNATION NORTH THE REV. JON JORDAN
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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. SPRING 2019
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contents
PHOTO RECAP
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A RECAP OF PARISH LIFE
WORSHIP
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JOURNEY TO A HOLY LENT
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GOOD BOOK & GOOD TALK
SERVE
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LEAD
GIVE
HOPE FOR HONDURAS
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
ANGELS AMONG US
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ALL SOULS' REQUIEM EUCHARIST
ALL SAINTS' CHILDREN'S PARADE
CFM FELLOWSHIP DINNER
INCARNATION ACADEMY FALL CARNIVAL
GOOD BOOK & GOOD TALK NOVEMBER
DISCIPLESHIP PATHWAYS COURSE
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BIBLE TRANSLATORS LECTURE
MANNA MEN'S MINISTRY PETICOLAS BREWING COMPANY EVENT
ROSELAND COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING POT LUCK DINNER
INCARNATION CHORISTERS
NEPAL MISSION TRIP
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YOUNG ADULTS CHRISTMAS PARTY
ST. NICHOLAS SUNDAY
STILE ANTICO CONCERT
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CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRY ADVENT FAMILY NIGHT
ANGEL TREE DROP OFF NIGHT
CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS PAGEANT
ASCENSION CHAPEL WINDOW DEDICATION
A FESTIVAL OF NINE LESSONS & CAROLS
TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE
UPTOWN CONTEMPORARY CHRISTMAS EVE
A FESTIVAL OF NINE LESSONS & CAROLS
TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE
UPTOWN CONTEMPORARY CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE
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TO THE CROSS INCARNATION.ORG/JOURNEY
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By The Reverend Thomas Kincaid Vice Rector
The Psalmist famously says: “Taste and see that the Lord is good” (Psalm 34:8a). That verse is an invitation for us to remember that our relationship with God involves our whole selves—all our senses and faculties—not just the ones we might use most frequently. What do I mean? For several centuries now, Western Christian and non-Christian thought have both been mostly focused on words and numbers—as opposed to colors, smells, tastes, etc. There are good reasons for this focus and much progress has been made thanks to it (modern medicine, for example). But sometimes this common focus has led Christians to focus their relationship with God on two things: the Scriptures and prayers with lots of words. Again, not bad things, but God cannot be confined by such media. This Lent, we’re taking the stories of Jesus’ last days and bringing them to life in new ways. Journey to the Cross is an experiential art exhibit that draws believers and nonbelievers alike into the powerful story of Jesus' final days. If you remember Stations of the Cross from last Lent, then imagine that same experience stretched out with life size (or larger than life size) art installations inviting you to journey with Jesus in his last hours. A team of Incarnation artists and partners from other churches have been working for two years to develop an exhibit that will draw on all our senses. Open to the parish and the public in the days leading up to Holy Week, Journey to the Cross is an opportunity not to be missed. This opportunity is one you’ll certainly want to take advantage of for yourself and your family (there will be special, age-appropriate guidance for children to help them receive this powerful story in a safe but impactful way), but this experience is also an opportunity to invite folks from other churches and folks from no church at all. Everyone will get something out the beauty and power of this experience. Journey to the Cross is made possible by the gifts given to The Incarnation Foundation in honor of Staff Sargent Joshua Snowden. Josh, an Incarnation parishioner, died on active duty in the summer of 2017. The Journey to the Cross team has been working hard to honor his personal commitment to Jesus Christ, and his habit of inviting and encouraging others towards the same.
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EXHIBIT DATES
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10 • 5–9 PM THURSDAY, APRIL 11 • 5–9 PM FRIDAY, APRIL 12 • 9 AM–9 PM SATURDAY APRIL 13 • 9 AM–9 PM
RESERVATIONS
TICKETS ARE FREE, BUT NECESSARY IN ORDER TO ENSURE ONLY SMALL GROUPS MOVE THROUGH AT A TIME. TICKETS WILL BECOME AVAILABLE ON MONDAY, MARCH 4 AT INCARNATION.ORG/JOURNEY
PLAN AHEAD
MARK BOTH THE EXHIBIT DATES AND TICKETING DATES ON YOUR CALENDAR. DON'T MISS OUT! THINK ABOUT WHO YOU MIGHT INVITE. THIS EXPERIENCE WILL BE POWERFUL, AND ONE YOU'LL WANT TO SHARE. INCARNATION.ORG/JOURNEY
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By The Reverend John Sundara Adult Formation
One of the hidden gems that we have in our diocese, and specifically our parish, is our very own theologian-in-residence, The Rev. Canon Dr. Victor Lee Austin (Ph. D). Not many parishes can boast a theologian-in-residence, let alone one as accomplished as Fr. Austin. He is the author of many books, including less talked about, but highly important, topics like the nature of authority and freedom, and Christian ethics. His most notable book, “Losing Susan: Brain Disease, the Priest's Wife, and the God Who Gives and Takes Away” is a personal story of love and loss where Fr. Austin shares how caring for his wife during her painful struggle with brain cancer and its after effects brought him face-to-face with God and with his faith in unsettling ways. This book was reviewed in Christianity Today, The Gospel Coalition, National Review, and The Living Church. Prior to setting up office here at Incarnation, Fr. Austin served as theologian-in-residence at St. Thomas Church Fifth Avenue. We are blessed to have him. What follows is a brief interview with Fr. Austin, which we hope showcases to you this gem in our midst. WHY AND WHEN DID YOU FEEL A CALLING TO THE PRIESTHOOD?
I had the sense at college that God had snuck up on me. It was, of course, gradual: I always knew the things of God are the most important things in the world. But one day I just knew, not only that they were important, but that they were true all the way down. So I started talking with my priest and others and they confirmed my sense of a priestly call. WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FONDEST MEMORIES FROM SERVING AS A PARISH PRIEST?
I have been in different sorts of parishes, and there are good memories from them all. Let me focus, however, on the church where I was the longest. I was rector of the Church of the Resurrection in Hopewell Junction, N.Y., for 14 years. It’s a little parish in the Hudson Valley. While I was there, my wife’s brain tumor was found. It was amazing to go through that unexpected, medical, bad news with our parish family—and indeed “family” it was. They loved Susan and brought her cards and us food, helped with our children, and most of all prayed. From that time, I have so many memories—some tragic: the young man killed on his motorcycle, some joyful: the child conceived when the couple had given up. Bible studies. Picnics. Our Easter Vigil! We would go outside to the graveyard by the parish in the middle of the service, before the first “alleluia” was said, and stand in silence, waiting. Then we rang the bell and returned inside singing “Christ is risen from the dead.”
WHAT HAVE BEEN SOME OF YOUR STRUGGLES IN YOUR FAITH?
I have some strong convictions about struggles. One is that we must always be honest with God. So don’t pray fake prayers: pray for what you really want. I suppose through the years of caring for Susan this developed in me: the sense that I didn’t need to shape my prayers so that they would be “correct” or “proper”: I just needed to tell God what I really wanted. I might want the wrong thing—but God won’t give me what’s bad, just because I asked for it. Those of you of a certain age will remember the song, “Lord, won’t you buy me a Mercedes Benz?” I think that’s a good prayer: if what you really want is a fancy car, that’s what you should ask God for. Over time, he tends to give us grace and insight so that our wants really do change. We must seek integrity, and do our best to think and act, and trust him, and not cut ourselves off from community (and communion). Almost every struggle I’ve had pertained to something that wasn’t fitting together, some lack of that wholeness or integrity. WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR PASSIONS AND INTERESTS IN YOUR ROLE AS THEOLOGIAN-IN-RESIDENCE? WHAT ARE YOU ENCOURAGED BY HERE AT INCARNATION?
It is a blessing to be theologian-in-residence for Dallas and Incarnation! I am particularly interested in Christian ethics— it’s a way of trying to see how faith and life fit together. I’ve started a book seminar here, “Good Book & Good Talk,” which is a way of letting good books raise that integrity question for us: what does Christian faith look like in this situation? (Anyone can come to any seminar if you’ve read the book for that month.) I am writing a book on friendship that Baker is publishing; we hope to be done with the manuscript this spring, and thus it is likely to be out in 2020. I have never served in a parish as vibrant and large as Incarnation. I am amazed it exists, and give thanks to God often for the Rector and Vice Rector and the hundreds (literally hundreds!) of people who serve and work to make it go. That Incarnation exists at all, that it has clarity about its mission, that it has super-competent leadership, that people pray here, serve the poor, are strengthened in their Christian life, and even moved to engage in various forms of ministry; that the great Anglican tradition of worship is alive here in both traditional and contemporary forms; all this is profoundly encouraging. Fr. Austin has a thriving ministry at Incarnation. Apart from preaching on Sundays and celebrating mass every Friday morning at 8 am, he gives the Fall and Spring Theology lectures which have been generously attended. He also hosts an (almost) monthly seminar called “Good Book & Good Talk” that discusses major literary works.
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By Joshua Hulsey High School Ministry Associate
One of the cornerstones of our collective faith and one of the four mission points of Church of the Incarnation is Service. We keep this mission in our minds as we go out to our surrounding community, striving to make an impact on those around us. This past November, Church of the Incarnation felt privileged to be a part of the Thanksgiving Dinner held at the Roseland Community Center. For those who do not know, Roseland is a historic community a few blocks from our campus that provides public and low-cost housing. For the last few years, Roseland has held what is now an annual Thanksgiving dinner for those living in the community, and Church of the Incarnation has been blessed to have been able to be a part of this awesome event for the second year in a row. We had so many wonderful volunteers from Incarnation give so much of themselves to serve our neighbors across Highway 75 in what was a huge success. Incarnation was not the only organization to participate however. Church of the Incarnation, Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church, St. Paul Methodist, Central Dallas Church, and City Church International, among others, all came together to provide food and activities for the Roseland Community. The turnout was great—more than 125 volunteers served roughly 450 Roseland neighbors! Thanks to our volunteers, we had everything that could be asked for at a Thanksgiving dinner. There was what seemed to be an endless supply of turkey and sides with all of the leftovers being handed out to the neighbors in the community. We had arts and crafts activities for the neighborhood children to entertain them while their parents socialized and built connections with volunteers
from the churches present. We even had professional photographer, Dickie Hill, there taking family portraits to capture the moment. Most powerful of all was being able to pray and worship together as one large community. Neighbors of the community, and volunteers alike, were brought together by God’s power and love. It was easy to tell how large of an impact this had on the community. Neighbors talking, laughing, and even dancing alongside members of our own church was a beautiful sight. It was a humbling experience to be used by God to serve and build community, an opportunity not only impactful for the community but for ourselves as well. Student Ministry at Incarnation saw many of our students making time to serve. It was a privilege to watch future Christian leaders serve food and make crafts with big smiles that spread among those attending. The next morning at Sunday School, many of our students were still talking about the event, swapping stories and laughing about the good memories they had made. It was a great reminder of the duty we have not only to serve, but to lead others to serve along with us. Student Ministry could not be more proud of our students. The Roseland Thanksgiving dinner was a resounding success. Church of the Incarnation is grateful to be able to be a part of something greater than ourselves and will continue to reach out to the communities around us with a servant’s heart. We are already looking forward to next year and we hope you can be there to see God move in the community for yourself. To get involved in next year's Thanksgiving dinner, contact Anne Mackintosh at amackintosh@incarnation.org. Have a student interested in serving? Contact Donna at dstack@incarnation.org.
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TO FORGIVENESS By Jennifer LeBlanc Chief Operating Officer
The Vietnam War gave rise to many tragedies, some more familiar than others. A photograph of a young girl running naked down a road, her skin on fire with napalm, changed the way the world looked at war. The girl in that photograph is Kim Phuc. As you might imagine, Kim is a sought after speaker around the world, and we have a unique opportunity to have her in Dallas at Incarnation. Kim’s journey to forgiveness can shed light in the dark corners of our fears, regrets, and often time sadness in this broken world. Her triumph helps put our worries and suffering into perspective and offers a sense of hope and direction for finding the good in the midst of hardships. By the power of the Holy Spirit, she has dedicated her life to creating peace, helping children, and speaking about the transformation forgiveness can bring those who are suffering. In the Bible, the Greek word Aphiemi, translated “forgive,” literally means “to set free.” Jesus taught his followers to pray: “Forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.”
KIM PHUC IS COMMONLY REFERENCED AS “THE NAPALM GIRL” AS SHE WAS THE NINE-YEAR-OLD CHILD IN THE PULITZER PRIZE-WINNING PHOTOGRAPH DURING THE VIETNAM WAR ON JUNE 8, 1972. SHE IS NOW A PUBLIC SPEAKER WHO OFFERS A GRIPPING STORY OF THE ROAD TO RECONCILIATION AND FORGIVENESS THROUGH FAITH IN CHRIST.
Who hasn't been hurt by the actions or words of another? Perhaps a parent constantly criticized you growing up, a colleague sabotaged a project, or your spouse had an affair. Or maybe you've had a traumatic experience, such as being physically or emotionally abused. These wounds can leave you with lasting feelings of anger and bitterness— even vengeance. We believe it is important to examine the challenges, setbacks, and triumphs of navigating our own journey through reconciliation, overcoming hate, and wrestling with forgiveness in our own lives. As a parish, we will be taking a Journey to a Holy Lent, reflectively and prayerfully examining Christ’s journey to the cross for us and the hope and healing we can only find there through him. This is an opportunity for you to invite friends and neighbors to learn how forgiveness can lead you down the path of physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. This event is underwritten by The Incarnation Foundaion.
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By Sara Snowden Mission & Outreach Project Manager
Whose lives could be different because of what we do? God plays a long game. He is strategic in the ways he positions us to be a witness on his behalf. Each year, the families served through Angel Tree are identified by our relational ministries that continue to help us build strong bridges to the community so we can minister to the total person. This year, like in years past, we learned of several stories that reassure us that Church of the Incarnation is answering God’s call to serve others.
ANGELS IN THE ACADEMY
Just before Thanksgiving during the period when Incarnation families adopt Angel Tree families, Marion Donat, a mom from Incarnation Academy and member of the church, stopped by the Outreach office to select a family for her friend group of parents with young children. When she learned that 40 more kids and families still needed adopting, she had the idea to offer the opportunity to adopt at Incarnation Academy’s Thanksgiving lunch. What a way to show Academy families Incarnation’s spirit for giving and our desire to help our community! Marion’s suggestion was a successful one—all remaining families were adopted, and more young families attended the gift drop-off night than in years past.
ANGELS IN THE PARISH
After the Angel Tree gift drop-off night this year, God brought nine more families to Mission & Outreach in need of assistance this holiday season. Four came from North Dallas High School. Mentors from Ladies of Leadership and Man Up came together to support these students further and help create joy for their siblings during the Christmas season. The phone calls kept coming in. Alternating each message about a family in need was a message from an Incarnation family wondering if it was too late to adopt an “angel.” Through ministries like Angel Tree, we continue to enhance our engagement to deal with any need that hinders our neighbors from experiencing Christ’s love and living the abundant life intended by God.
OTHER ANGEL TREE STATISTICS • 500+ individuals experienced Christ’s love at Christmas through the Mission & Outreach Department • 161 families adopted • 150 children in protective services adopted • 40+ volunteers sorted presents, packed food, and helped families load their cars • 40 stockings prepared for children who recently entered Child Protective Services • 22 additional families from Central Dallas Church each received four boxe of food
OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU TO SERVE YEAR-ROUND • Serve meals once a month at Aids Services of Dallas or Austin Street Center • Share your heart for Christ with teenagers at weekly Young Life meetings • Serve as a tutor or mentor students in neighborhood schools • Help refugees learn English and navigate life in Dallas • Volunteer for Day of Service • Sign up for the Honduras, Belize, or Nepal mission trips • Assist the working poor through the Granger Neighborhood Ministry
EMAIL OUTREACH@INCARNATION.ORG TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THESE MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES.
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GOOD BOOK & GOOD TALK ON FEBRUARY 10 AT 6 PM MAIN OFFICE OFFICE HOURS
Monday – Thursday: 9 am – 5 pm Fridays: 9 am – 1 pm
UPCOMING CLOSINGS Presidents' Day MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18
Good Friday Noon Closing
Join us in Education Building, Room 205 to discuss Marilynne Robinson's Gilead. This prize-winning 2004 novel is a letter written about 60 years ago by a dying Christian minister to his very young son, trying to make sense of his life for this boy who will never know him. There are penetrating moral and religious remembrances of his grandfather, a violent abolitionist, and his father, a pacifist.
FRIDAY, APRIL 19*
Easter Monday
Easter Lilies
FOR OUR ALTAR publication deadline
FRIDAY, MARCH 22 • 5 PM This Easter, the Church will be adorned with beautiful Lilies through your generous donations remembering and honoring your loved ones. TO DONATE, VISIT INCARNATION.ORG/LILIES OR SUBMIT YOUR FORM AND PAYMENT TO THE ALTAR GUILD DESK IN THE WELCOME CENTER ON SUNDAY MORNINGS FEB 17–MARCH 17.
please note that forms without payment will not be accepted.
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Incarnation 101 is our primary avenue for becoming a member of the parish. Come get to know the clergy and staff, and learn more about various parish programs and ways to get involved. Lunch and childcare are provided with an RSVP. Register online at incarnation.org/101. MANNA QUARTER BAR EVENT ON FEBRUARY 27 AT 7 PM
MONDAY, APRIL 22* *Offices are closed and classes and services are cancelled. (The building will be open for scheduled Good Friday services. Please reference those times in this issue of the Angelus or online at incarnation.org.)
INCARNATION 101 ON FEBRURAY 24, MARCH 24, AND MAY 19 AT 12:30 PM
MARRIED COUPLE DATE NIGHT
XO: DATE NIGHT FOR MARRIED COUPLES ON FEBRUARY 15 AT 6 PM IN THE GREAT HALL
Join us for dinner and dessert, as Dr. Jodie Elder (PhD, LPC-S, LMFT) balances information with practical steps and levity, to host a wonderful and interactive talk on how to enrich our marriages. This event is guaranteed to inject our marriages with renewed depth and fresh excitement! Nursery is available with registration RSVP. Cost $25 per couple. Please register at incarnation.org/xo.
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STUDENT MINISTRY DISCIPLE NOW WEEKEND ON FEBRUARY 22–24
Students, join us for a weekend retreat in church members' homes! Middle School and High School students are split into small groups and camp out in the family room. They spend the night, learn about God, eat food, play games, hang out with old friends and make new ones, and worship in their assigned small groups. Registration is $85. Contact Donna at dstack@incarnation.org for more info.
Gentlemen, join us for a night of fun and fellowship in an intimate setting at the Quarter Bar (3301 McKinney Ave.). MANna is our men’s ministry centered around talks, fellowship, and study. MANna is an opportunity for men to grow together in our faith. Evenings include talks, discussions and breakout discussion groups. For more info, contact David at dhanson@incarnation.org.
THE CHOIR OF SAINT THOMAS CHURCH FIFTH AVENUE MARCH 17 • 4 PM • THE CHURCH The Saint Thomas Choir of Men and Boys is considered by many to be the leading ensemble of its kind in the Anglican choral tradition in the United States. This choir has toured throughout the US and Europe and is composed of professional singers and Boy Choristers who attend the Saint Thomas Choir School. Tickets available for purchase at INCARNATION.ORG.
QUIET PRAYER: TOOLS FOR CHRISTIAN MEDITATION ON MARCH 2 FROM 1–4 PM IN EDUCATION BUILDING, ROOM 205
As we move into Lent, study the prayer practices that offer us an opportunity to learn the value of centering on God. This training will introduce you to several styles that will move you into quiet prayer of the heart. Lunch will be offered at noon and a silent prayer retreat will follow. For registration, please visit incarnation.org/quietprayer.
FAITH & FLEXIBILITY: MENTAL HEALTH, OUR BODIES, AND FOLLOWING JESUS, ON MARCH 16 AT 9:30 AM
This women's breakfast is for those wanting fellowship, a yoga workout, and a talk on mental and spiritual health. The workshop and yoga session will be led by The Reverend Emily Hylden, a Dallas Episcopal priest and trained yoga instructor. For more information, contact Naomi at nsundara@incarnation.org. DAVID HIGGS ORGAN CONCERT ON MARCH 21 AT 7:30 PM IN THE CHURCH
Welcome one of America's leading concert organists, David Higgs. Higgs performs extensively and has inaugurated many important new instruments including the Meyerson Symphony Center. This recital is free and open to the public.
MARCH 5 • 6 PM • GREAT HALL Children & Family Ministry invites you to join us for our annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper & Mardi Gras Parade to prepare for the season of Lent. Tickets are $7 per person. Register at incarnation.org/ShroveTuesday.
Attend one of our traditional services at 7 am, Noon, or 6 pm, or our Uptown Contemporary service at 6 pm. GOOD BOOK & GOOD TALK ON MARCH 10 AT 6 PM
Join us in Education Building, Room 205 to discuss James Joyce's, The Dead. From Joyce’s book, Dubliners, this story takes place on a Christmas Eve with joy and sadness around a festive table and a piano, and then in snowfall.
Fellowship Dinner march 31
Join us for dinner and dessert and get to know other parents who have children the same age as yours. Drop your children off at the Incarnation Nursery at 4:45 pm and head to your assigned Host Home by 5 pm. Children will have pizza and games while you enjoy dinner and fellowship. Register at incarnation.org/CFMdinner.
BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASS ON MARCH 24, 31, AND APRIL 7 AT 5 PM
Join us in Room 205 for our three-session quarterly class that is required for the parents of children who will soon be baptized. Registration for the class is required. Please register by contacting Kathy at kking@ incarnation.org.
INCARNATUS CONCERT MARCH 29 AT 8 PM THE CHURCH ASH WEDNESDAY ON MARCH 6
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Join us for the debut concert of Incarnatus, the new professional concert choir of Church of the Incarnation, directed by Scott Dettra. In a candlelit church, this program will explore the mysteries of Lent through compelling choral music by James MacMillan, John Sanders, and Francis Pott, some of which will be heard in Dallas for the first time. Tickets available for purchase at INCARNATION.ORG.
DAY OF SERVICE ON MARCH 30 AT 8 AM AT SPENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL & TAG ACADEMY
Five local churches will be serving together to encourage and beautify Spence Middle School & TAG Academy. Join the wider church for a day of fellowship and service projects like painting, construction, decorating, organizing, landscaping and more. This one-day large scale volunteer activity is for middle school age and up. For more info, contact outreach@incarnation.org. To sign up to volunteer, register at incarnation.org/DOS.
APRIL IS LIBRARY MONTH
Celebrate by visiting the Marmion Library in the Garrett Hall basement to check out hundreds of books and movies! Library hours are Sunday 8:30–12:30 pm and Monday – Thursday 9:30–2:30 pm.
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PALM SUNDAY CHILDREN’S PARADE ON APRIL 14 AT 9 & 11:15 AM
THE CHOIR OF NEW COLLEGE, OXFORD ON APRIL 6 AT 7:30 PM IN THE CHURCH
The Choir of New College, Oxford, composed of men and boy trebles, is one of the leading choral ensembles in the world, celebrated for its distinctive and stylish performance of music from 5 centuries.
Children will parade with palms at the beginning of both Traditional and Uptown Contemporary services at 9 am and 11:15 am. For the 9 am service, meet at 8:45 am in the Nursery Check-In area. For the 11:15 am service, meet at 11 am in the Nursery Check-In area. EASTER EGG HUNT ON APRIL 21 AT 10:45 AM IN THE CLOISTER GARDEN
Join us and bring your friends for our annual Easter Egg Hunt! Take photos with your family at our photo booth.
CONFIRMATION SUNDAY APRIL 28 AT 9 & 11:15 AM
Are you interested in getting confirmed or received into the Episcopal Church? Join us as our Bishop confirms and receives individuals interested in taking the next step in their discipleship. For more details, visit INCARNATION.ORG/CONFIRMATION.
SAVE THE DATE APRIL 14
COMMUNITY WORSHIP LUKE 10:27 “LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL YOUR HEART, SOUL STRENGTH AND MIND; AND LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF.”
CHURCH OF THE INCARNATION AND PILGRIM REST MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH ARE PARTNERING WITH OTHER LOCAL YOUTH GROUPS FOR A SUNDAY EVENING OF FUN, FOOD, GAMES,AND WORSHIP. INVITE YOUR FRIENDS AND JOIN US.
APRIL 7 • 5 PM CONTACT DONNA STACK AT DSTACK@INCARNATION.ORG
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Journey to the Cross is an experiential art exhibit that draws believers and non-believers alike into the powerful story of Jesus' final days. Open to the parish and the public in the days leading up to Holy Week, Journey to the Cross is an opportunity not to be missed.
GOOD BOOK & GOOD TALK ON APRIL 7 AT 6 PM
Join us in Education Building, Room 205 to discuss Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn's, One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich. This short novel —published in a Russian literary magazine in 1962, flying under the radar of the Soviet censors—is of lasting value for its depiction of prison-camp degradations and what they can do to human dignity.
TO THE CROSS
Applications for Student Ministry's Summer Internship are available in the Student Ministry Department. Application Deadline: April 14. MAY 5
Graduating Senior Recognition MAY 12
Mother’s Day: Moms & Mimosas JUNE 9, 23, & 30
Baptism Preparation Class To register, contact Kathy at kking@incarnation.org. JUNE 10–14
Vacation Bible School Register today at incarnation.org/VBS.
EXHIBIT DATES
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10 5–9 PM THURSDAY, APRIL 11 5–9 PM FRIDAY, APRIL 12 9 AM–9 PM SATURDAY APRIL 13 9 AM–9 PM
RESERVATIONS
TICKETS ARE FREE, BUT NECESSARY IN ORDER TO ENSURE ONLY SMALL GROUPS MOVE THROUGH AT A TIME. TICKETS WILL BECOME AVAILABLE ON MONDAY, MARCH 4.
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JANUARY 13
In loving memory of Daniel Harlan Smith and Elizabeth Small Cheney and in joyful celebration of the baptisms of Karys Emaline Conn and Tallulah Miles Nau.
In loving memory of Floyd Ricker. In loving memory of Roger Leo Rodriguez and Waldo & Susan Powell.
In joyful celebration of the wedding of Amy Catherine Bradshaw and Justin Douglas Bletzen, and in loving memory of Wade Kimbrough and Nancy Wright Small.
NOVEMBER 18
JANUARY 6
JANUARY 20
In loving memory of Charles Watts Flynn III and Andrew B. Small, Jr. and in joyful celebration of the wedding of Katherine Alicia Lemon and William Hudson Decker on November 17.
In joyful celebration of the wedding of Abigail Ann Woolley and Seth Morgan Cutter, and in loving memory of Felix Arceneaux and Ouija Bush.
In loving memory of Nancy Kerr Johnson & Robert C. Johnson and La Frances Roberts & Harry M. Roberts, Sr.
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OCTOBER
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JANUARY
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10/31 Mary Adaline Allen
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1/1 Charles Glenn Daugherty 1/2 George Thompson Reynolds III 1/6 Eric Arndt Teddlie 1/8 Jean Jones Kemp
11/5 Clara Catherine Stull DECEMBER
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11/19 Janet Curtis Teddlie DECEMBER
12/5 Kenneth Bardin III 12/21 Kathryn Sue Minter Summerall
SERVE THE COMMUNITY
We need volunteers to join the wider church in serving Spence Middle School & TAG Academy on March 30. Volunteer projects include painting, construction, decorating, organizing, landscaping, and more! This one-day large-scale service project is a great opportunity for ages middle school and up. For more information, please contact outreach@incarnation.org. To sign up to volunteer, register at incarnation.org/DOS.
HELP MAKE MEMORIES
Help Children & Family Ministry put on a "miraculous" and memorable Vacation Bible School this summer! VBS is June 10–14 from 9–Noon. Volunteers are needed to help with decorations, crafts, snacks, and leading groups. For more information or to sign up, contact Lili at lilidijas@incarnation.org..
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LENTEN CONCERTS
THE CHOIR OF SAINT THOMAS CHURCH FIFTH AVENUE MARCH 17 • 4 PM
The Saint Thomas Choir of Men and Boys is considered by many to be the leading ensemble of its kind in the Anglican choral tradition in the United States. This choir has toured throughout the US and Europe and is composed of professional singers and Boy Choristers who attend the Saint Thomas Choir School.
DAVID HIGGS ORGANIST IN CONCERT MARCH 21 • 7:30 PM
One of America's leading concert organists, Higgs is also Chair of the Organ Department at the Eastman School of Music. He performs throughout the United States and abroad, and has inaugurated many important new instruments including the Meyerson Symphony Center. This recital is free and open to the public.
INCARNATUS IN CONCERT MARCH 29 • 8 PM
Join us for the debut concert of Church of the Incarnation's new professional concert choir, directed by Scott Dettra. In a candlelit church, this program will explore the mysteries of Lent through compelling choral music by James MacMillan, John Sanders, and Francis Pott, some of which will be heard in Dallas for the first time.
THE CHOIR OF NEW COLLEGE, OXFORD APRIL 6 • 7:30 PM
The Choir of New College, Oxford, composed of men and boy trebles, is one of the leading choral ensembles in the world, celebrated for its distinctive and stylish performance of music from 5 centuries. The choir, directed by Robert Quinney, performs choral services in New College Chapel, Oxford daily.
TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT INCARNATION.ORG