The Trouble with Water – An Arizona Symposium
It is believed by many that the most difficult problem confronting the State of Arizona in the 21st Century is water. It is a very complicated issue where laws, legislation, economic objectives, and the rights of numerous stakeholders are often in conflict. On June 1st, the Council for Creation Care of the Episcopal Diocese of Arizona is…
Traditional Diné Blue Maize Mush
shared by Bill Robinson This recipe and the story behind it are courtesy of Janine Yellowhair-Brown, a Diné who grew up in the tiny Navajo community of White Cone, in what used to be a Joint Use Area for the Navajo and the Hopi. The principle “joint use” was grazing sheep and goats. In 1974, however, Congress…
Holy Week Photos
Here are some photos from our Holy Week services. More will be added as the week progresses. Palm Sunday Tenebrae Maundy Thursday Good Friday Easter Vigil Easter Sunday
Crazy Chile Farm on PBS
As the attached announcement proclaims, PBS will begin airing its long awaited series, “America the Bountiful,” in April. One of the segments was filmed at the Crazy Chile Farm and Includes Interviews with Canon Debbie Royals, Bill Robinson, and several Chile Farm volunteers. Contact AZPBS.org for a local schedule. The series is being aired nationally and will…
Fake Email Scam Alert
Fake email accounts again continue to circulate asking our parishioners for money and/or gift cards. Thankfully, our Jr. Warden quickly identified one such email that is being used by a scammer right now. The Church of the Transfiguration will never ask you to send gift cards and/or cash for the Rector’s or anyone else’s personal…
Acolyte and Altar Server Training
On Thursday March 21 at 11:30 am those interested in this vital ministry will meet in the sanctuary for an acolyte and altar server refresher training. Participants are encouraged to buy and bring the above book. It can be found on Amazon here. If you have any questions please contact the church office or email Father…
More Sad and More Disturbing
From Father Caleb … Dearly transfigured people of God, Unfortunately, our church was targeted again and the perpetrators stole the remaining two A/C units. Continue to pray for their repentance and for the security of our community. We also pray for healing in the midst of the pain of being targets and for the added…
Facility Maintenance Work
This past week saw comprehensive plumbing repairs and upgrades completed under the watchful eye of our new Junior Warden, Tom Kevern. Toilets were fixed, drains were unclogged, fixtures were upgraded, and all went extremely well. Many thanks to Tom and to Hansen Family Plumbing for a big job well done!
Some Sad and Disturbing News
From Father Caleb … Dearly transfigured people of God, I have some sad and upsetting news to share. Last night, someone or some persons came to the church and stole two A/C units, stripping them for parts including the heat pumps. The sheriff’s deputy arrived to make a police report. We will then share that…
Updated Children’s Play Area
Thank you to our Vestry for approving the purchase of our new mat for the children’s’ play area! This area is not separated from the sanctuary and this has theological and pastoral significance. Children at play are the sound of the future and of the abundance of multi-generational life.
Rummage Sale Photos
Thanks to Jo Laslo for these amazing photos!
Trunk-or-Treating 2023
Here are some great photos from this year’s Trunk-or-Treat festivities. Just some people who love Jesus participating in our neighborhood trick or treating. We parked our cars and gave away goodies. We had almost 50 people of all ages present throughout the evening. Big plans for next year!