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Three Parishes Join Together Sunday, December 8 at The Episcopal Church of the Ascension The parishes of Transfiguration, Ascension, and St. Thomas the Apostle join together at the Episcopal Church of the Ascension for this beloved service of songs and readings honoring the season of Christian anticipation. LOCATION: The Episcopal Church of the Ascension 8787 Greenville Avenue Dallas, TX 75243 Passport to Christmas | 3:00 - 4:45 pm Attendees will get to experience Christmas traditions from all around the world as they “travel” from country to country. They'll enjoy making a unique craft and getting a stamp in their passport in each country! Lessons & Carols | 5:00 - 6:00 pm The Transfiguration Choir accompanied by Jonathan Gregoire under the direction of Joel Martinson will sing various carols and motets between lessons read by representatives of the three parishes. Advents hymns, chants, and carols will be sung by the congregation,...

A Musical Celebration Advent & Christmas with The 1982 Hymnal Dr. Joseph Henry, Director of Music Ministries, presents three classes that will joyfully explore key stylistic developments in Western Art Music through hymnsin The 1982 Hymnal, celebrating the anticipation of Christmas. Join us Wednesdays, Dec 4, 11 & 18 from 6:00-7:15 pm in the South Room. Questions? Email Joe Henry at joehenry@thedoubter.org Have a passion for music? Love Christmas hymns? Want know know about hymns from other faith traditions? These three classes are designed for anyone to listen and learn! Joe will incorporate bells and vocals for demonstration as well as informative historical knowledge. Everyone in the community is invited to join in! Dec 4 - Monophony | THE MIDDLE AGES Gregorian Chant as Melody with Hymns for Morning, Noon & Evening and Hymns for Advent Dec 11 - Polyphony | THE RENAISSANCE& THE REFORMATION “The Golden Age ofA Cappella...