Transfiguration Parish

  We  are a Catholic community united by love, illuminated by the Transfiguration of our Lord Jesus Christ.  We gather as a People of God seeking unity through the Holy Spirit to Worship through the Sacred Liturgy, Prayer and Sacraments, and to proclaim the Christian message which promotes Justice, Reconciliation and Service through Evangelization, Faith Formation and Discipleship

Transfiguration Parish is committed to continual growth in the Catholic Faith through a lifelong union with Jesus Christ, and in service to others through the ministry of the Church. We spread the Good News of His love and promote His Word through evangelization, education, reflection, and daily witness. As faithful stewards we pledge to direct and develop the spiritual, human, financial, and material resources of the Church. We respond to His love with gratitude and prayer, with compassion-ate service, generous sharing, reconciliation and equality for all.

Transfiguration Parish – South Site, Speigletown (Administrative Offices)
50 Hillview Drive, Troy, NY 12182
Phone: 518-235-0337
Fax: 518-235-8726
Office Hours: Monday thru Thursday, 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.

Transfiguration Parish – North Site –
17 South Main Street, Schaghticoke, NY 12154
Phone: 518-753-4554  
Fax: 518-753-0456

Parish Life Director:
Deacon Christopher Keough
Deacon_Chris@transfigurationparish.net

Assisting Priest:
Fr. Dominic Ingemie:
dingemie1@nycap.rr.com

Deacon Charles Valenti: cgvalenti1@gmail.com

Administrative Assistant/ Fundraising:
Meghan Bornt: M.Bornt@transfigurationparish.net

Bulletin:  M.Bornt@transfigurationparish.net

Baptismal Preparation: (contact office )
Phone: 518-235-0337 (So.Site)
Phone: 518-753-4554  (No. Site)

Director of Religious Education:      E.Thayer@transfigurationparish.net

Parish Nursing and Pastoral Care: P.Hebert@transfigurationparish.net

Knights of Columbus:
Bryan Purtell, Grand Knight
BryanP78@hotmail.com

• Alzheimer's Suport Group
• A Rosary Ministry
• Two by Two Faith Action Team
• Parish Nursing Program
• Prayer Chain Tree

WELCOME

No matter what your present status in the Catholic Church; no matter what your current family and martial situation; no matter what your personal history, age, race, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, physical condition; no matter what your self-image; you are invited, welcome, accepted, loved, and respected here at Transfiguration Parish.
 

“Joy is a net of love by which we catch souls.”

Mother Teresa

What’s in it for me?

I think we’ve all been guilty of looking at a situation and wondering what’s in it for us. It doesn’t matter if it’s a particular work assignment, someone at the parish asking for help with the mission trio bake sale, or your spouse asking if you’ll take over the grocery shopping this week. Often, our first reaction to one of these requests is a heavy sign and the thought: “If I do this, what will I get?” Sometimes it surprises us to realize that the Apostles were no different. We tend to idolize these contemporaries of Christ as giants who walked with the Savior. But, in reality, these individuals were merely human beings struggling to commit to the task of everyday stewardship. In the Gospels, we see glimpses of them longing for praise and affirmation. We see them jockeying for positions of power within the group of twelve. We see them expect earthly rewards like honor and admiration. We see them acting a lot like us. But in the end, we see them transformed by the grace of God. Like all the saints, their holiness stems from their commitment to their call. They stumble through, and as they stumble, they keep trusting God. They keep turning to Him. They keep asking for help. They don’t give up just because they keep failing at it. We are defined by what we give when we have no hope of being reimbursed, rewarded, or recognized. The apostles understood this, eventually, and they gave accordingly. Most of them gave their very lives. Remember, they’re just like us. If they can do it, we can too.

Tracy Earl Welliver, MTS  ©LPi

September 9, 2021

My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

I would like to offer you a gift that you can share with your family, parishioners and lobed ones:
An Act of Consecration to St. Joseph.

Pope Francis has dedicated this year of 2021 to St. Joseph. May I invite you to share this spiritual preparation experience with me, which will culminate in a celebration on All Saints Day, Monday, November 1, 2021 at 5:15 pm. The event will be available via the diocesan livestream: rcd.org/livestream and will take place at out Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. If you prefer, you could also lead the Consecration with those in your care at the weekend Masses. Beginning on Wednesday, September 29, 2021, you and those who would be interested can enter into an easy-to-follow daily prayer and reflection opportunity. It’s called Consecration to St. Joseph: The Wonders of Our Spiritual Father. As a good author, Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, leads us step-by-step to the Consecration in his very readable book. For all of the resources you need, please visit our dedicated web page, rcd.org/Joseph Consecration or email Renee, our Coordinator of Parish Services & Respect Life Ministry, at renee.morgiewicz@rcda.org.

I look forward to learning from your encounter with God’s Mercy. My prayer is that this Consecration will deepen your own journey of faith, enrich the lives those with whom you share daily, and animate the New Evangelization. Even when this consecration is culminated. St. Joseph’s open heart will remain forever one of our holy doors to the Heart of Jesus!

Lovingly,
Edward B. Scharfenberger
Bishop of Albany

We are very pleased to welcome two new members to the Pastoral Council.  Ginger Will and Stan Korsak will join the council beginning with our Zoom meeting on October 19, 2021.  We thank Ginger and Stan for their service to the parish.

Ginger and Stan will join these other members of the council: Alex Del Re, Jerry Steele, Scott Rice, Laura Keyes, Jim Johnson, and Mary Agnes Arnold.  Also serving on the Council as ex-officio members are: Deacon Charlie Valenti, Beth Thayer, and Trustees, Linda Casey and Hugh Graber.   The Pastoral Council seeks, and welcomes, input from parishioners so please share your thoughts and ideas with us.

We also want to offer an appreciative thank you to Toni Fogarty.  Toni has served on the Pastoral Council for several years, and has been the council secretary most of those years.  Toni has decided to get off the council, and we thank her for the wonderful meeting minutes she provided, as well as her excellent input and participation on the council.  Thank you Toni!

FAITH FORMATION

Faith Formation will begin October 17

October 17
K-5 Schaghticoke 9:30 am; Speigletown 11:00 am
6-10 Speigletown 6:00 pm

October 24
K-5 Schaghticoke 9:30 am; Speigletown 11:00 am

Friday, October 29
6:30pm 
Halloween Party Set-Up for parents and grades 6-10

October 31
K-5 Schaghticoke 9:30 am; Speigletown 11:00 am

Halloween Party
Speigletown, 1-3pm
Grades 6-10 arrive at 12pm

Registration forms are available at the gathering areas of the church.
Contact Beth Thayer at 518-235-0337 with any questions.

SCHOOL SPPPLIES

Please consider purchasing some school supplies to help those children of our community who are less fortunate as they prepare to head back to school. A lost of needed items can be found in the gathering areas at both Parish Sites and a labeled box is available for your donation placement. As always, thank you for your support.


CAN AND BOTTLE DRIVE CONTINUES

Due to current restrictions, bottles and cans cannot be inside the church. They can be returned to the patio on the rear of the Speigletown Site. Thank you for your continued support.

If you have and questions.Contact Beth Thayer 235-0337 or e.thayer@transfigurationparish.net
 

BACKPACK PROGRAM

Donation boxes are at the church entrances for items for our area schools that send home food with children in need, those who may go hungry on the weekend. Suggested items are those non-perishables in single serve containers that are easy for a child to use: mac n' cheese, chili, pastas, cereals, fruits, snacks, etc. Items will be delibered to our local schools on a regular basis. 
This program is still ongoing as the schools are continuing to get the supplies to needy families.