November 16 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Transfiguration North Site - Schaghticoke Register at https://bit.ly/fnov16 Click the orange box "Reserve Your Spot" Family relationships can become casualties of a toxic political environment. Family members are having bitter political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. If you want to preserve important family bonds while still being true to your values and political beliefs, this in-person workshop will offer you: Insight into why family differences over politics are uniquely challenging Recognition of common roles that family members play in political conversations Strategies and skills for handling family political differences in a constructive way Although the focus is on family relationships, you can use learnings in this workshop with any loved one. You’ll laugh and have some fun in this workshop—it won’t be all serious. After all, we all come from quirky families. Questions? Email Ted Wright: [email protected] Bruce France: [email protected]

Birthright would like to remind parishioners that the baby bottles distributed for Respect Life Sunday are due back. Please return them to the designated Birthright box at Church. Thank you!

Hear Yea, Hear Yea | The Book Nook will be open Saturday November 2nd & 16th from 9AM till 12PM. PLEASE HELP! The Book Nook is in need of books. We can not accept textbooks, cook books, encyclopedias or magazines. Books can be left outside the Parish Book Nook door Monday through Thursday 9PM till 2PM. Do not leave books outside the Church. We appreciate your help. The Book Nook generates revenue for the Church; the public also appreciates the service.

Adoration will be available on Sunday, November 3rd 5:00PM to 6:00PM in Schaghticoke and on Monday, November 4th 1:00PM to 2:00PM in Speigletown. Join with fellow parishioners in silent prayer for our nation, peace in our world and all those who have been affected by natural disasters.

It is important to remember the legacy of missionary work. The Church in the United States was once mission territory, supported by the generosity of Catholics worldwide. Today, we continue this legacy by supporting the Pontifical Mission Societies, ensuring that the Gospel reaches the ends of the earth. Our contributions help build and sustain communities of faith in places where the Church is still growing or facing persecution. This mission is a testament to our faith in action, reflecting the universal call to share Christ’s love.

I whish to extend my appreciation to all those who made our fund-raising efforts a success. It is through our parish’s hard work that we are able to be present and serve our community. The NET PROFIT for the Schaghticoke Fair Food Booth was $17,125.74 The NET PROFIT for the Super Raffle was $3,720. (The three big Raffle winners who won $2,000 each were Sean Fogarty, Scott Rice, and Pat Rigney). Thank you to everyone who supported the Raffle.

Mass cards are available at the Speigletown Site during office hours Monday through Thursday, 9 to 2. If you want a Mass card and are not available during office hours contact the office at 518 235 0337 and we can arrange to make the Mass Card available

Now is the time to plan your donations for the Thanksgiving Basket Collections. All donations need to be at church by November 10th. Anyone who would like to donate a turkey, please call the office at 518.235.0337, Monday through Thursday, 9AM—2PM. Suggested donations include, but are not limited to: Canned foods: vegetables, fruit, gravy, soup, cranberry sauce, potatoes, stuffing, rice. Breakfast items: cereal, pancake mix, syrup, muffin mix, bread mix. Deserts: cake mixes, frosting, pie crust, pie fillings, brownie mix. Other: pasta, pasta sauce, mac & cheese, juices, coffee or tea. PLEASE check the expiration date on all food donations

Each year we take the time to remember those who have gone to God during the year. Invitations have been sent to those who had funeral services here at Transfiguration. If you would like someone remembered at the service, please contact the office at 518 235 0337.

Why World Mission Sunday Matters. World Mission Sunday, observed on Oct 20th this year, is not just another Sunday; it is a powerful reminder of our call to be missionaries. The collection taken up on this day is unique as it is mandated by the Code of Canon Law and is essential for the survival and growth of the Church in mission territories. These funds support the pastoral and evangelizing work of the Church, building churches, providing healthcare and education, and training future priests and religious. In places where resources are scarce, your generosity makes a profound difference

When: Saturday, November 9th, 9AM—12PM Where: The Vista Restaurant at Van Patten Golf Club; 924 Main St., Clifton Park, NY 12065 ● Breakfast meal, praise, testimony, prayer and Worship Music; and Confession & Prayer Teams @ 12PM ● Open seating (8:30AM arrival) ● $30PP Adult by mail (Albany NY Chapter of Magnificat, c/o Bonnie House, 74 Meadow Rue Pl., Ballston Spa, NY 12020; postmark by Oct30th) ● Clergy & Religious complimentary ● $32PP online via Pay-Pal|Credit Card (includes service fee) magnificatministry.net/chapters/ny-albany ● make checks payable to “Albany NY Chapter of Magnificent” (receipt) GUEST SPEAKER: Monique Moussot; hers is a joyful story of rescue and deliverance For information|questions call Kathleen Carroll @ 518.930.8380 call after 6PM or inquire [email protected].

In celebration of Respect Life Month, Birthright of the Capital District, located in Ballston Spa, will conduct its annual Baby Bottle Boomerang after all masses on October 5 & 6. Birthright offers hope, encouragement, and compassion to pregnant women in difficult situations, as well as formula, diapers, clothes, and layettes with newborn necessities. Baby bottles will be distributed for you to take home and fill with coins, cash, or a check. Bottles should be brought back to church the following weekend and placed in the designated Birthright box. Your gift can be made in honor of a special person, whose name and address you list on the insert in the bottle. Birthright will then mail a card to the person being honored. Thank you for your continued support

Many have asked about the Alzheimer Association walks this fall, my colleagues and I have a team; you are welcome to join us at any of the local walks. Siena, October 26th @ 10:00AM Troy, October 27th @ 12:00 Noon (at HVCCC) If you are interested in joining our team to walk or would like to make a donation, the website is http://act.alz.org/goto/ eddyalzheimersservices. All team donations go through the Siena walk on October 26th.10/26. Please let me know if you have any questions! Let’s join together to help find a cure for Alzheimer’s! – Mary Coleman

On October 12th from 12 :00PM -1:00PM we will gather at the Schaghticoke Site for a Rosary Rally. The rosary will be recited for the intentions of all gathered, for our nation and for Right to Life. Please join us for this hour of prayer. Unable to join us in person, join us in prayer where ever you are.