| The Rector’s Metamorpho-News |
| Dear transfigured people of God, I want to share about how God has put it on my heart to explore supporting a seminarian in the Anglican Communion. The Rev. Mauricio Salamão Mugunhe is a priest in the Diocese of Lesombo in the Anglican Church of Mozambique and Angola. This is the newest province of the worldwide Anglican Communion and already has nearly 1 million members. They are also one of three Portuguese-speaking Anglican churches along with Brazil and Portugal. When I was driving to Prescott for Camp for Adults at Chapel Rock with Archbishop Josiah, we were sharing some of our life stories and experiences. As we talked about our seminary studies, I told Archbishop Josiah about my time at Fuller Theological Seminary based in Pasadena, California. Fuller is a multi-denominational seminary with Presbyterians, Episcopalians, Methodists, Baptists, and many others. Fuller is rooted in Christian orthodoxy with an understanding that human reason and tradition are gifts from God. Fuller supports egalitarian ministry, opposes discrimination based on gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation, and was the first accredited Evangelical college of any kind to have an LGBTQ Christian club on campus. Archbishop Josiah mentioned that, in his capacity as Secretary General, he has met many other clergy across the Communion and one is a young man in Mozambique who shares my alma mater. He also shared that he has been connecting Fr. Mauricio with Anglican congregations that are able to provide support as he completes his degree at Fuller. Thankfully, because of other sources of support, Fr. Marucio’s semester costs are around $1,700. Due to your generous contributions, we already enough to support our brother in Christ for this semester. This is what the Church does and must continue to do. Look at what Paul writes to us in his letter to the Philippians (1:5-6) regarding what empowered and propelled the Gospel to spread so quickly across the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe. Paul writes “because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” The Gospel is shared across the world because we support one another as a global family. Our brothers and sisters in Christ at home and abroad need our encouragement and our support to raise up spiritual leaders who will teach the truth of Christ in love and with inclusive welcome to all who hear it. Research conducted by academics at Durham University recently reported that the Anglican Communion now exceeds 100 million members, growing exponentially in Africa in particular. Now, two-thirds of all baptized Anglicans live among the countries of continental Africa. By supporting our brother in Christ, we are also being supported by Fr. Mauricio who prays for us and whose spiritual gifts will mutually strengthen faithful Episcopalians in the Americas because we are all interconnected. Thank you for faithfully supporting making disciples of all nations and I write this because I want you to know that you are directly impacting and growing the Anglican Communion worldwide. Blessings, Fr. Caleb |
 Anglican Communion representatives in Mozambique and Angola. |
| 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, July 27 Seventh 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 link (for streaming the 10:00am service) OR Facebook link (for streaming the 10:00am service) Please join us after each service in the Fellowship Hall for coffee, snacks and fellowship. |
 Food Collection Superstition Community Food Bank Collected Weekly Suggested donations for this week are: canned meat and peanut butter. For next week: canned vegetables, instant potatoes and rice. 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, July 29 7:00pm Compline Wednesday, July 30 9:30am Morning Prayer 7:00pm Compline Thursday, July 31 10:00am Bible Study/Coffee Hour 11:45am Morning Eucharist 7:00pm Compline Saturday, August 2 9:00am Altar Guild Sunday, August 3 8:00am Sunday Service 10:00am Sunday Service |
 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. |
 Book Club Friday, August 15 | 10:00am AZ time via Zoom August’s Book Club will discuss Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro. The discussion leader will be Terrie Heller and the Goodreads rating is 3.74. Click here for the review. This novel is set in a dystopian future in which some children are genetically engineered for enhanced academic ability. As schooling is provided entirely at home by on-screen tutors, opportunities for socialization are limited and parents who can afford it often buy their children androids as companions. |
 25th Anniversary Celebration Date TBD, 2025 As we prepare to celebrate the 25th anniversary of our church sanctuary next year, we are creating a digital photo album to capture its history. We are especially looking for photos from the construction phase and any renovations or improvements since. If you have relevant photos or documents, please email them to Thomas Blum. Your contributions will help make this celebration truly special! |
| FYI |
 Birthday Blessings The following parishioners are celebrating birthdays this week: Julia Craig on 7/26, Juanita Quidera on 7/29, Reba Brown on 7/29. Please wish them a very happy birthday and keep them in your prayers! |
 Hard copies are available in the Narthex and in the Fellowship Hall. If you have questions, please contact Heidi Kinney. |
 Rector’s Vacation Fr. Caleb will be on vacation from Sunday, August 17 through Saturday, August 23. |
| Summer Fun |
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| This week’s photos come from Laura Whayne and Lynn Graff – taken from their cross country trip. When they sent these photos on July 7, they had travelled 1,359 miles in five states, going along Route 66 at times. These photos show a rainbow at one of their campgrounds, St. Lukes Episcopal Church in Bartlesville, OK where they provide 2500 backpacks with school supplies to area children, a town with buffalo sculptures and a campground on Route 66 with fun bear sculptures. Please send your vacation and/or summer activity photos, along with a brief description/caption, to Summer Fun Photos and we’ll publish them! |
| 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 Donations requested for weekly flowers 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, August 2 | 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 August Meeting Date & Time TBD Fellowship Hall Kitchen This group prepares soups for those in need and/or homebound. For July they prepared hamburger vegetable 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, July 24 | 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, Offering Counters and Digital Ministry. 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, August 10 | 8:00am & 10:00am services July’s donation of $220 went to the United Food Bank which partners with more than 120 food pantries, mobile food truck markets, and hot meal sites across Arizona, changing lives by providing essential food support. August’s offering will also go to the United Food Bank. 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 click here for an informational brochure or contact the Church Office. Financial Report Click here to see the Mid-Year Transfiguration financial report. Hard copies are also available in the Narthex and in the Fellowship Hall. If you have questions, please contact Heidi Kinney. |
| Around the Diocese |
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 Diocesan Publication 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-Pistleclick 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 Thomas Blum – Website Fr. John Caleb Collins – Facebook page Mary Hovden – Transfiguring Times (please send stories, announcements, photos, etc. to Mary here) Peg Wier, Joe Myshko – Digital ministry |