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
Office Hours: Monday and Thursday,  9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Friday - Closed

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

Office Support:
Colleen Beamish:  C.Beamish@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

Special Activities and Fundraising: M.Bornt@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.
 

Father Ingemie will hear Confessions in the Chapel in Speigletown on Saturday, June 26, 2021 from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm.  Mass will follow at 4:00 pm.

Please take advantage of the opportunity to receive God’s mercy and forgiveness in the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Holy Spirit of light and love, 
you are the substantial love of the Father and Son;
hear my prayer.
Bounteous bestower of the most precious gifts,
grant me a strong and living faith
which makes me accept all revealed truths
and shape my conduct in accord with them.
Give me a most confident hope in all divine promises
which prompts me to abandon myself
unreservedly to you and your guidance
Infuse into me a love of perfect goodwill,
and act according to God’s least desires.
Make ma love not only my friends but my enemies as well,
in imitation of Jesus Christ
Who through you offered himself on the Cross for all people.
Holy Spirit, animate, inspire, and guide me,
And help me to be always a true follower of you.

Amen

“For the love of God,
do not forget to resist constantly a displeasing frame of mind,
and never cease to begin again at all times.”

Question:
Why are some saints honored as "patron saints"?

Answer:
Each person is unique and each of us has different gifts, interests, talents and, yes, even struggles and areas where we need to grow. This is no less true of those holy women, men, and children who have been canonized or beatified. Because we believe that the saints and blesseds are both models of faith and intercessors, Christians have looked to certain holy people as role models and heavenly protectors for occupations, spiritual chrisms, and even places. Although the Church sometimes names a person as a patron saint )e.g., Saint Philip Neri as the patron of Rome, Saint Clare of Assisi as the patroness of television, or Saint Aloysius Gonzaga as the patron of youth and young adults), more often it is popular devotion that inspires lay Christians to turn to a particular saint or blessed for heavenly help and support. This is how, for example, Saint Cecelia came to be honored as the patroness of musicians, Saint  Toribio Romo as patron of migrants coming into the United States. and Saint Gertrude of Nivelles as patroness of cat lovers. Although there are official and unofficial lists of patron saints, we should always feel free to ask any and all saints to give us their patronage and protection in whatever it is that we need.

You may recall that the Diocesaan Appeal, formerly called the Bishop's Appeal, had a late kickoff last year in July 2020 due to the pandemic. The appeal has also moved permanently to a full 12-month funding cycle of July to June which means the 2020 Appeal will be closing on June 30, 2021!

God calls us ALL to philantrhopy to the Church through weekly support of our parish offeratory and anmual support of the Doocesan Appeal - you may not be aware of all the ways a strong Diocese impacts us at the parish level, but it does! We all benefit. Be part of it and please don't just leave it for your neighbor to do.

If you were a recent donor between 2017 and 2019, you should have received multiple mailings asking for support - if you have not already responded with a gift between July 1, 202 through today, please make your gift using your mailed materials to expedite processing. If you have not received a mailing and want to jon support, make a gift online at dontate.thediocesanappeal.org or use the form in the bulletin to mail your check.

Be an active philanthropic investor in your Church at a level reflective of the role your faith has in your life and legacy. Working together we can make great things happen.
Thank you!

The general purpose of the Pastoral Council is to advise and assist the Pastor/Parish Life Director in their duties as canonical administrator of the parish. The Pastoral Council is required by universal and diocesan law for parish churches. The Pastoral Council meets on a monthly or bi-monthly basis, and meetings are open to all parishioners. Council members serve a three-year term, and are able to serve two consecutive terms for a total of six years of service. Meetings follow an established agenda, and the Council works collaboratively with the Pastor/Parish Life Director. Council members will meet the following criteria:

• Be fully initiated Roman Catholics in good stead with the Church
• Be registered and supporting members of the parish
• Be participants in parish life and worship
• Be committed to prayer, study, listening, and dialogue
• Be committed to giving the time needed for participation 

The current members of the Transfiguration Parish Pastoral Council are: Jerry Steele (chairman), Toni Fogarty (secretary), Mary Agnes Arnold, Scott Rice, Alex Del Re, Laura Keyes, and Jim Johnson. Ex-Officio members of the Council include Deacon Charlie Valenti and Beth Thayer, and the parish trustees, Lind Casey and Hugh Graber, server for the duration of their terms.

FIRST COMMUNION

Congratulations to our young parishioners
who received their First Communion on June 6.
Jack Barton
Aria Del Re
Colleen Fitzgerald
Anthony Fogarty
Jace Freer
Charlotte Madonia
Oliver Seymour
Joseph Simon


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.