Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration Dallas

This week, Mtr. Rebecca preaches two sermons for the price of one, exploring two interpretations of Jesus’ parable of the Squandering Steward. The parable both calls us to better steward the gifts God gives us and also calls us liberally to scatter God’s abundant grace throughout the world.   Sermon preached by The Rev. Rebecca Tankersley on The Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost.  We invite you to...

Father Ted connects a canceled Holy Land pilgrimage with the enduring Christian mark of the cross, traced at baptism upon our forehead and lived through faithful action for the rest of our lives. On this Holy Cross Day, the congregation reflects on grace as both gift and challenge, reminding believers that their mark is shown by how they bless the world in thought, word, and deed. Sermon preached...

Using Karl Barth’s four-word definition of God — “the one who loves” — Father Casey argues that Jesus reveals divine love and invites us to see ourselves as the beloved. Grace is irrational and inclusive; the church’s unique calling is to embody and proclaim that “belovedness”, practicing it toward everyone rather than primarily protesting the short comings of others. Sermon preached by The Rev. C...

In today's sermon, Fr. Ted reflects on Deuteronomy, Jesus’ surprising teaching about "who to hate", and discipleship’s cost. True following means sacrificial love and bearing the cross, not self-interest. Humanity’s track record of failure—Israel’s disobedience, the disciples’ abandonment, our own struggles—shows our need for God’s grace, the gift that empowers us to choose life and follow Christ....

Father Casey provides a glimpse into his personal journey to find “true religion.” In a world where competing voices claim what “true religion” is and others debate being spiritual rather than religious, this reflection on the meaning of “true religion”, emphasizing humility, justice, and a Christ-centered life grounded in grace leads us to a clearer understanding.

Father Ted explores the calling of the prophet Jeremiah and draws powerful parallels between ancient prophetic voices and the potential of today's children. It highlights God's pattern of choosing unlikely messengers and challenges us to heed calls to justice within our world, especially when spoken by the young and innocent. Sermon preached by The Rev. Ted Clarkson on The Eleventh Sunday after Pe...

In this sermon Mother Rebecca explores Isaiah's Song of the Vineyard, which still speaks to us today. Sermon preached by The Rev. Rebecca Tankersley on The Tenth Sunday after Pentecost.  We invite you to view the full service HERE .  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net .

As we celebrate our Feast of Title, Danielle Shroyer draws parallels between the Transfiguration and Star Wars “Force Ghosts.” In her sermon, she explores mystical experience, divine listening, and enduring community. The heart of the story is not spectacle but prayer, presence, and love across life and death. God’s command—“Listen to him”—calls the church to transfigure itself into a beloved comm...

Father Casey explores God's parental love as depicted in Hosea, revealing divine grace, heartbreak, and unrelenting compassion. It challenges punitive views of God and connects the Old Testament portrayal of God with the love seen in Jesus and the parable of the prodigal son. This helps us move past bad theology toward a deeper understanding of God’s refusal to leave us abandoned. Sermon preached...

Mother Rebecca explores Hosea’s prophetic metaphor of divine and marital infidelity, highlighting Israel's unfaithfulness to God through syncretic worship practices. Despite strong indictments, Hosea ends with hope—God's grace promises restoration. The sermon challenges listeners to take seriously their own covenant commitments with God. Sermon preached by The Rev. Rebecca Tankersley on The Sevent...

Father Casey explores the message of the prophet Amos from today's reading (Amos 8:1-12), emphasizing its relevance to modern-day societal injustice. The speaker urges readers to move beyond personal moral judgment to collective accountability, especially concerning poverty and inequality. True trust in God, the sermon asserts, is shown by living like Christ and championing justice.   Sermon preac...

In her sermon today, Mother Rebecca continues our journey through the prophets. She explores the prophet Amos’s warning to Israel, calling them back to justice, covenantal faithfulness, love for God and love for neighbor. It challenges modern listeners to examine their own societal and spiritual alignment with God’s expectations for his people. Sermon preached by The Rev. Rebecca Tankersley on The...

In this sermon, Father Ted intertwines the biblical story of Naaman's healing in the Jordan River with the real-life tragedy of flooding in Central Texas. The preacher reflects on God's quiet power, the role of faith, and the need for prayer, compassion, and aid in times of grief and loss. Sermon preached by The Rev. Ted Clarkson on The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost.  We invite you to view the ful...

In this sermon, Mother Rebecca explores Elijah’s reluctant leadership transition to Elisha, highlighting the difficulty of letting go, following faithfully, and stepping into new roles. Through personal reflection and biblical storytelling, the message calls all leaders and successors to recognize God's call, equip others, and take up the mantle with courage and humility. Sermon preached by The Re...

Father Casey, in the first of a series of sermon on the book of Kings, explores Elijah’s triumph at Mount Carmel and the moral injury that follows. Through silence, rest, and divine grace, Elijah finds healing. The message challenges listeners to consider where they seek God and warns against letting zeal for good lead to destructive ends. Sermon preached by The Rev. Casey Shobe on The Second Sund...

In this sermon, Mother Melody reimagines the Trinity not as a theological puzzle to solve, but as a model of deep, loving conversation. By focusing on why rather than how God is three-in-one, we begin to under stand God's emphasis on relationship and dialogue. This understanding calls us to mirror that divine communication in how we speak with God and with one another, rooted always in love. Sermo...

Father Ted tackles the challenge of preaching on the Holy Trinity. He does not disappoint with a heartfelt Trinity Sunday sermon using “The Sound of Music” and classic theology to explore how the Trinity is not a puzzle to solve but a divine mystery to love, emphasizing the role of faith, reason, and revelation. Sermon preached by The Rev. Ted Clarkson on Trinity Sunday.  We invite you to view the...

Father Casey connects Pentecost to its Jewish origins in Shavuot and explores its spiritual transformation—from commandments engraved in stone to the Holy Spirit alive in human hearts. This connection affirms the church’s mission to embody God’s kingdom now, offering a hopeful preview of heaven through justice, love, and grace. Sermon preached by The Rev. Casey Shobe on The Day of Pentecost.  We i...

Father Ted, in today’s sermon, reflects on the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas' election of Bishop-elect Rob Price as Bishop Coadjutor and emphasizes unity within the church, especially amid disagreements over same-sex marriage. Drawing from Jesus’ high priestly prayer, Father Ted urges Christians to seek reconciliation through respectful dialogue and shared mission, rejecting divisive language and at...

We welcome back our guest and friend, The Rev. Dr. George Mason. Today he explores John 14:23-29. Jesus gives his disciples then and now instructions and assurances before he leaves them to go to the Father so that they will remember and live in his way before he returns. Christians are called to live the way of Jesus without fear or worry in the midst of trying times as a witness to the peace of...

Mother Rebecca reflects on today’s Gospel passage (John 13:31-35), observing that Jesus’ so-called new commandment to love one another is not new at all, nor is it as easy as it sounds. Sermon preached by The Rev. Rebecca Tankersley on The Fifth Sunday of Easter.  We invite you to view the full service HERE .  Learn more about our community by visiting www.transfiguration.net .

Father Casey’s sermon dismantles the popular "Left Behind" interpretation of Revelation, emphasizing that John’s revelation promotes hope and sacrificial love through the image of the Lamb, not fear or divine vengeance. Christians are called to follow the way of the Lamb, not the lion—resisting power, embracing humility, and prioritizing love. Sermon preached by The Rev. Casey Shobe on The Fourth...

In his sermon, Bishop Smith explores Ananias’ fearful but faithful response to God’s call to welcome Paul, illustrating how true hospitality means embracing even those we fear. It challenges the church to welcome all—especially the stranger, enemy, or outsider—by confronting fear with faith. Sermon preached by The Rt. Rev. Wayne Smith, Assisting Bishop of Dallas, on The Third Sunday of Easter.  We...

In Pastor JoNell Lyndh’s sermon, she explores the story of Thomas, known as the Doubter, and the enduring challenges of faith. She reflects on the role of doubt, personal experience, and community, offering encouragement to those still seeking reassurance in their spiritual journey Sermon preached by The Rev. JoNell Lindh on The Second Sunday of Easter.  We invite you to view the full service HERE...

On Easter Day, Father Casey, in this sermon, explores the power of Easter through the story of Hiru Onada, a Japanese soldier who refused to believe WWII had ended. He urges Christians to embrace the full meaning of the Resurrection—not just as personal salvation, but as a transformative reality that redefines love, peace, and how we live now. Sermon preached by The Rev. Casey Shobe on Easter Day...