| The Rector’s Metamorpho-News |
 Dearly transfigured people of God, “I am the Lord of the Dance said he.” This song is one of my favorites and among the earliest hymns I remember. My mother used to play and sing this hymn on the piano. My brother and I would sing along with her. Since these earliest years, I have known that our relationship with God can be described as a dance. This popular and often-sung hymn offers rhyme and verse to express a deeper theology. According to Metropolitan John Zizioulas, who is the retired Greek Archbishop of Pergamon, the Holy Trinity is a mystery. This mystery is not to be explained or deciphered by humanity, but experienced. Zizioulas says that the Holy Trinity is like a dance among the three persons of the Trinity. The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit or Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer are three persons who share one essence. They are three persons who are one God. Their relationship is like a dance and each person is dancing in perfect harmony with one another. In the Greek, Zizioulas’ term for dance literally means “to dance around.” Zizioulas describes the Holy Trinity as “dancing around” together. Because God created humanity to share one essence, one human nature, we are also one humanity made up of 8 billion persons living on the earth. We are not 8 billion humanities, but one humanity. We are not one person but 8 billion distinct persons. We are 8 billion people sharing one essence or nature, humanity. So, God, who created this humanity in God’s own image has invited us through the Incarnation of Jesus Christ to join in the dance with God. The Holy Trinity is a model that invites us to “dance around” together and strive for perfect harmony and love with one another. On earth, this is imperfect. In eternity, this will be continuously perfected through Sanctification or Theosis (becoming like God). While we will never become exactly like God, since God is eternal and we are created, we will experience eternity becoming more and more like God. Heaven won’t be boring. It will be a big and everlasting dance party! Blessings, Fr. Caleb |
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| Russian Orthodox Icon of the Holy Trinity by Andrei Rublev (1411 AD) |
| Fr. Caleb deeply values the connection with the members of our congregation and welcomes your input. Whether it’s through office or home visits, phone calls, or email, he is here for you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any needs, or concerns, or simply want to chat. |
| This Weekend |
| Sunday, June 22, 2025 Second Sunday after Pentecost 8:00am (spoken service – Rite II) Please see the Order of Worship in the pews or click here 10:00am (choral service – Rite II) Please see the Order of Worship in the pews or click here youtube.com/@transfigoffice7704/streams YouTube link (for streaming the 10:00am service) OR https://www.facebook.com/transfiguration.mesa Facebook link (for streaming the 10:00am service) Please join us after each service in the Fellowship Hall for coffee, snacks and fellowship. |
 Book Club Friday, June 20 | 10:00am AZ time via Zoom The June Book Club will discuss Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano. The discussion leader will be Linda Soper and the Goodreads rating is 4.14. Click here for the review. The Zoom link is: Launch Book Club To enter manually: Meeting ID: 740 940 1419 Passcode: 514514 At the end of book discussion time, we’ll take suggestions for books for our new book club year’s reading list. Please send your ideas ahead of time via email to Dea & Linda. |
 Food Collection Superstition Community Food Bank Collected Weekly Suggested donations for this week are: canned fruits, pudding, gelatin. For next week: boxed cereals, crackers. You can place your donations in the basket at the back of the church or in the bin in the Fellowship Hall. |
| The Week Ahead |
| Tuesday, June 24 7:00pm Compline Wednesday, June 25 9:30am Morning Prayer 7:00pm Compline Thursday, June 26 10:00am Bible Study/Coffee Hour 11:45am Morning Eucharist 1:00pm Stitchery Ministry 7:00pm Compline Sunday, June 29 8:00am Sunday Service 10:00am Sunday Service 11:00am Ice Cream Social |
 Ice Cream Social! Sunday, June 29 | 11:00am-12:00pm Fellowship Hall Join us for a sweet time of fellowship and fun! All parishioners, whether you’ve been here for years or just arrived, are invited to an ice cream social on Sunday, June 29th after the 10:00am service. Come meet friendly faces, reconnect with friends, and enjoy a delicious treat. Please bring your favorite toppings to share (nuts, cherries, sprinkles, chocolate topping, etc.). |
 Blood Drive Wednesday, August 6 | 9:00am-1:00pm Fellowship Hall The blood drive is open to Transfiguration parishioners and the public. Please consider participating in this very worthy cause. The need for blood is great and donations tend to decrease over the summer months. Click here to make a donation appointment. |
| FYI |
 Birthday Blessings The following parishioners are celebrating a birthday this week: Rebecca Kevern on 6/19 and Cindy Gee on 6/24. Please wish them a very happy birthday and keep them in your prayers! |
| Crazy Chile Farm The Chile Farm operation is undergoing changes at this time and the Diocese is working with the Rector and the Vestry to transition the Chile Farm in consultation with Native American leadership. Updates will be forthcoming at a later date. Thank you for your patience and understanding! |
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| Summer Fun Photos This week’s photos come from two parishioners. Terri Beck sent the lovely Sedona photo from her travels and the two beautiful wildlife photos were provided by Catherine Marcelle Schuyler. Please send your vacation or summer activity photos, along with a brief description/caption, to Summer Fun Photos and we’ll publish them! |
 Rector’s Vacation Fr. Caleb will be on vacation from Sunday, August 17 through Saturday, August 23. |
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| Worship & Formation |
| Prayer and Reflection Sundays | 7:30am and 9:30am Parish House Chapel As a Christian community, fellowship and prayer are among the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Please, observe quietude when entering and exiting the sanctuary for worship so that members may greet one another quietly and also pray and light candles. For those in need of and seeking silence for prayer and reflection, we are opening the Parish House Chapel before each service for prayer. Please observe silence when in the chapel so that this may be a space for those in need of silent prayer and contemplation. Compline Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays | 7:00pm AZ time via Zoom Compline/Evening Prayer is held via ZOOM. Meeting ID: 740-940-1419. Passcode: 514 514. Contact Barbara Press with questions at (847) 651-1396. Morning Prayer Wednesdays | 9:30am AZ time via Zoom Please join us via ZOOM to prayerfully start the day. Meeting ID: 740-940-1419. Passcode: 514 514. Contact Barbara Press at (847) 651-1396 for questions. Bible Study & Coffee Hour Thursdays | 10:00am Fellowship Hall We are currently studying The Complete Guide to Christian Denominations: Understanding the History, Beliefs, and Differences. Books are available in the Parish House office for $15. Morning Eucharist Thursdays | 11:45am Parish House Chapel Please join us in a small group setting as we celebrate Holy Eucharist. Prayer Requests Updated Weekly A list of those on our prayer list is posted in the Narthex. Prayers are offered up at Compline, by the Daughter’s of the King, and in the Sunday Services. Please contact the Church Office with your requests and updates. |
| Ministries |
| Altar Flowers Weekly donations requested Altar flowers can be dedicated in honor of special life events such as birthdays and anniversaries, in memory of a loved one or as a general thanksgiving. If you would like to donate altar flowers, please sign-up on the flower sheet posted on the bulletin board in the Narthex. Ruby Seyffert will then reach out to you regarding any special requests. NOTE: When using Zelle or a check, designate ‘Altar Flowers’ in the memo field. Altar Guild Saturday, July 5 | 9:00am Sacristy Altar Guild members care for the altar, vestments, vessels and linens under the direction of the Rector. They prepare the altar and worship space for services including weekend worship, weddings, funerals and baptisms. Contact Barbara Press to volunteer or to learn more. Episcopal Church Men (ECM) September meeting TBD | 6:00pm Fellowship Hall All men who attend Transfiguration are included in ECM. The group meets monthly to plan future projects and socialize. If you have questions, contact John Collins at (480) 406-3121. Episcopal Church Women (ECW) Saturday, September 6 | 10:30am Fellowship Hall All women who attend Transfiguration are included in ECW. The group typically meets the first Saturday of each month to plan their projects and activities with a potluck lunch following the meeting but will be taking a break for the summer. For questions, contact Peg Wier. God’s Soup Kitchen July meeting TBD | 9:00am Fellowship Hall Kitchen This group prepares soups for those in need and/or homebound. For June they prepared chicken noodle soup; containers are available in the Fellowship Hall freezer. Their heartfelt efforts continue to make a positive difference in the community, one delicious bowl of soup at a time. If you are interested in volunteering for this ministry, contact Miriam Waddington. Stitchery Ministry Thursday, June 26 | 1:00pm Parish House This group meets the second and fourth Thursday each month to knit, crochet, sew and quilt. In addition to giving to our own members in need, the ministry donates prayer shawls and other hand stitched items to hospitals, nursing homes, shelters and other charitable organizations. No previous experience required – the group can help you learn how to knit, crochet, etc. Contact Linda Jo Johnson if you have questions. Sunday Morning Ministry 8:00am and 10:00am services We are looking for committed individuals to serve in various roles during our Sunday services. Positions available include Acolytes, Chalice Bearers, Greeters, Readers, and Counters who count the donations after the 10:00am service. These roles plays an essential part in our worship experience and help nurture the spiritual life of our community. Training and guidance will be provided to ensure you feel well-prepared and confident in your role. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the office at (480) 986-1145 or email officetransfig@gmail.com. |
| Giving |
| Second Sunday Offering Sunday, June 8 | 8:00am & 10:00am services June’s offering of $287 went to Cloud Covered Streets which provides showers and laundry services to unhoused people in Phoenix. Their mission is to restore dignity through these services and help to improve the quality of their lives. Online Giving Pledging and financial gifts to the Church of The Transfiguration can be made using the following methods:For credit card or ACH gifts, you can use the QR code on the back of the weekly bulletin or this link: https://onrealm.org/EpiscopalChurchTransfiguration/GiveIf you prefer to use Zelle via your banking app, you can find the church via our email address: officetransfig@gmail.com Planned Giving Did you know that planned gifts are philanthropic gifts made in the present that are received at sone future date and that they may be designated for specific purposes? To learn more please contact the Church Office and click here for a copy of our new brochure. Financial Report Click here to see the Q1 25 Transfiguration financial report. Hard copies will also be available in the Narthex and in the Fellowship Hall. If you have questions, please contact Heidi Kinney. |
| Around the Diocese |
 Pride Month Resources For decades, LGBTQ+ Episcopalians and allies have worked to make The Episcopal Church a place of belonging and inclusion. We have prayed, studied, and discerned, and in doing so, we have seen the evidence of God’s blessing in the lives and love of our LGBTQ+ siblings in Christ. Read more HERE. |
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 Creation Care Quarterly Meeting Saturday, July 12 | 10:00am – 2:00pm Transfiguration Fellowship Hall Please join us for our quarterly meeting. Lunch will be provided so please RSVP to Bill Robinson if you plan to attend in person. The meeting will also be available online via Google Meet (link will be sent out later). If you have any general questions about Creation Care, our mission and purpose, or if you would like any additional information about participation on the Council, please contact Bill Robinson.. |
 Please contact the church office if you would like to receive the Arizona Episcopalian, a free quarterly publication from the Diocese. To sign up for the weekly Diocesan email E-Pistle click here. |
| Who We Are |
 The Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration is an open and affirming Christian community in the Episcopal branch of the Jesus movement. We acknowledge the living culture of the Salt River Pima and Maricopa people, the traditional custodians of the land we stand on, and pay tribute to the unique role they play in the life of this region. |
| Clergy and Staff Fr. John Caleb Collins, Rector Office (480) 986-1145 or Mobile (480) 980-1981 (call or text) Janice Scalzo, Office Administrator Heidi Kinney, Treasurer Taylisse Boissonneault, Interim Music Director Daryl White, Sexton Office hours: M-T-W-Th. 9am – 1pm Vestry Fr. John Caleb Collins, Chair Wayne Smith, Senior Warden (480) 245-9310 Tom Kevern, Junior Warden Doug Wynn, Deputy Warden Diane Klock, Clerk Anita Joy Bob Kistler Garth Seiple Jane Stoneback Janet Krahn Jo Laslo Ruby Seyffert Sharon Smorynski Social Media Tom Blum – Website Fr. John Caleb Collins – Facebook page Mary Hovden – Weekly e-newsletter (please send stories, announcements, photos, etc. to Mary here) Peg Wier, Joe Myshko, Frank George IV – Worship service streaming |