| The Rector’s Metamorpho-News |
| 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, October 19 Nineteenth 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 welcome guest priest, Philip Stowell, today. We hope you will also join us after each service in the Fellowship Hall for coffee, fellowship and snacks. |
 Book Club Friday, October 17 | 10:00am AZ time via Zoom October’s Book Club will discuss James by Percival Everett. The discussion leader will be Ellen Jackelen and the Goodreads rating is 4.46. Click here for the review.The book club Zoom link is: Launch Book Club To enter manually: Meeting ID: 740 940 1419 Passcode: 514514 |
 Food Collection Superstition Community Food Bank Collected Weekly Suggested donations for this week are: canned vegetables, instant potatoes and rice. For next week: canned meat and peanut butter. 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 at Transfiguration |
| Tuesday, October 21 7:00pm Compline Wednesday, October 22 9:30am Morning Prayer 7:00pm Compline Thursday, October 23 7:00pm Compline 1:00pm Stitchery Ministry Sunday, October 26 8:00am Sunday Service 10:00am Sunday Service |
 Rector’s Vacation Fr. Caleb will be on vacation from October 16 – 26. |
 Jose’s Closet Collection Donations due by Friday, October 31 Collection Box in Narthex Daughter’s of the King is proud to support Jose’s Closet, an organization that provides resources for foster children and their families. We are collecting donations of:Hygiene products (soap, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, etc…full or travel sizes welcome)Diapers (newborn through size 5)Your generosity will make a meaningful difference! There will be a basket marked Jose’s Closet in the Narthex for all donations. |
 Trunk or Treat Friday, October 31 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm Church Parking Lot Please join us for our annual Trunk or Treat where we welcome our neighbors and their children for an evening of spooky fun, treats and delicious food! We will set-up and decorate at 5pm. Around 6pm the Tacos y Dogos Culiacán food truck will arrive, the children will visit our trunks for candy and the first 100 guests will enjoy our visiting food truck fare! |
 Stewardship Campaign Sunday, November 2 – Sunday, November 30 Stay tuned for more details about our 2025 Stewardship Campaign, Tell Out My Soul. For Fr. Caleb’s Stewardship message, please click here. |
 Sunday, November 2 | 9:00am Fellowship Hall We use computers for almost everything in life…why not the study of the Bible? You are warmly invited to join us after the 8am service to learn of the work of The J. Alan Groves Center for Advanced Biblical Research (“The Groves Center”). Founded in 1983 as one of the first of its kind, The Groves Center is a leading institution in the world committed to leveraging information technology to the study of the Bible in its original languages. We will be joined by the senior leadership from the Board and the Center, and learn of the history and the continuing vital role the Center plays in the ongoing work of translating and understanding the Bible in Hebrew. There will be several hands-on exercises and examples for all to enjoy, and an invitation to help us in our crucial work. |
 Church Breakfast Sunday, November 9 | after each service Fellowship Hall The ECM group invites you to a delicious breakfast served after each service. More details to come! |
 ECW Annual Rummage Sale Thursday, November 20 – Saturday, November 22 Fellowship Hall We are now accepting donations of all kinds except large furniture and appliances. There is a designated room for women’s clothing in the center of the Fellowship Hall with labeled containers to sort your donations into. Other donations go in the far west room of the Fellowship Hall. If you have questions about donations, please contact Jo Laslo. |
 Bill Robinson Recognition Saturday, November 22 | Time TBD Sanctuary The Rt. Rev. Jennifer A. Reddall will join us to officiate at a Celebration for Years of Service to recognize our very own Bill Robinson, iconographer and Chili Farm Director Emeritus, for his years of ministry at the Church of the Transfiguration. |
 25th Anniversary Celebration Date TBD, 2026 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: Kit Helliwell on 10/20, Garrett Conover on 10/22. Please wish them a very happy birthday and keep them in your prayers! |
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| In Lynn Graff’s and Laura Whayne’s travels back from Kentucky, they stopped in a Swedish town in Kansas and saw some amazing sunsets while camping in state parks. |
| 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 Bible Study for October – November (The Epistles of Paul and Always Reforming): “What it Means to Be Protestant”. For more information and to order the book, click here. NOTE: There will be no Bible Study on October 16 and October 23. Morning Eucharist Thursdays | 11:45am Parish House Chapel Please join us in a small group setting as we celebrate Holy Eucharist. NOTE: There will be no Morning Eucharist on October 16 and October 23. 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, November 1 | 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) Tuesday, November 11 | 6:00pm Fellowship Hall ECM is for all men at Transfiguration and we will socialize and plan upcoming activities at our meetings. For questions, please contact John Collins at jartcol98@gmail.com or (480) 406-3121. Episcopal Church Women (ECW) Saturday, November 1 | 10:30am Fellowship Hall All women who attend Transfiguration are included in ECW. The group meets the first Saturday of each month to plan their projects and activities with a potluck lunch following the meeting. For questions, contact Peg Wier. Lord’s Soup Kitchen Tuesday, November 11 | 9:00am Fellowship Hall Kitchen In October, this dedicated group made homemade ham, potato and cheese soup which is available to pick up 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. Anyone wanting to volunteer for this ministry please call Miriam Waddington at (559) 707-5810. Stitchery Ministry Thursday, October 23 | 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; we especially need help with the last two roles. 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, November 9 | 8:00am & 10:00am services October’s offering of $161.00 went to Paz De Cristo which is a nonprofit organization that provides food, clothing and support to people struggling with hunger, poverty and homelessness in Maricopa County, AZ. November’s offering will go to Episcopal Relief & Development Fund which has helped facilitate transformative and lasting change – worldwide. 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 you can make Transfiguration the beneficiary of your traditional IRA, 401(k) or 403 (b) which will help Transfiguration and save on your taxes? 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 |
 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 Daryl White, Sexton Polina Beymonov, Music Director Tami Root, Music Co-Director Office hours: M-T-W-Th. 9am – 1pm Leadership Fr. John Caleb Collins, Vestry Chair Wayne Smith, Senior Warden (480) 245-9310 Tom Kevern, Junior Warden Heidi Kinney, Treasurer Doug Wynn, Deputy Warden Diane Klock, Vestry Clerk Anita Joy, Vestry Member Bob Kistler, Vestry Member Garth Seiple, Vestry Member Jane Stoneback, Vestry Member Janet Krahn, Vestry Member Jo Laslo, Vestry Member Ruby Seyffert, Vestry Member Sharon Smorynski, Vestry Member 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 |