INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Ashes to Go .............................. 2

Wine Tasting ........................... 3

Income from

Congregation ........................ 3

Alcohol Policies………………. 3-7

Next Step Breakfast ................. 8

Youth Spiritual Retreats……… . 9

Cursillo……………………………… 12

Raffle ………………………………...13

TranScript March 2015

6:30 PM Thursday Potluck

March 5 Preparation for Visitation of

Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde

Dish of the Day: Soup and Salad

March 12 Debriefing from the Visitation

Dish of the Day: WWJE (What would

Jesus Eat)

March 19 Building Up the Church with Bill Freeman,

Kathy Berry, and Roger Petzold

Dish of the Day: Chicken How You Like It

March 26 Mission Strategy at Transfiguration with

J.J. Boulin, David Wolf, and the Mission

Committee

Dish of the Day: Just Desserts

Ashes to Go at Burtonsville Park and Ride Thank you J.J. Boulin, Karen Facen, Charlene Blaine, and Vincent Bernhard for being our representatives on such a cold Ash Wednesday morning.

ASHES TO GO 2015

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Engaging the world with

our enduring faith is a

cornerstone of the Dio-

cese of Washington.

As such, the diocese had

stations where those in

the world could get ash-

es on Ash Wednesday.

We participated with a

lay group who lived out

their baptismal ministry

by taking ashes to the

Burtonsville Park and

Ride. Thank you.

Photos by Vincent Bernhard

This was an exciting and hum-

bling adventure. It helped us

to focus …

To read more visit...

www.transfig.org and under

Worship check out Ash

Wednesday

TRANSFIGURATION'S POLICY ON ALCOHOL

What is our policy at Transfiguration on alcohol?

The use of alcohol (limited to beer and wine) on premises is

prohibited during events sponsored by outside groups and

non-parishioners, and during events conducted for chil-

dren. The use of alcohol is permitted in moderation only

for wedding receptions and for events of parishioners. Al-

coholic beverages must be consumed only in the parish

hall, never outside the building. Whenever alcoholic bever-

ages are available, non-alcoholic beverages must be equally

available and encouraged. A paid sexton/security guard

will be on the premises whenever alcoholic beverages are

available. When signing the parish hall agreement, the host

for the event (parishioner or wedding party representative)

pledges to be responsible for the alcoholic beverage con-

sumption of all guests and is to ensure that moderation is

observed and alcoholic beverages are not served to or con-

sumed by minors.

Income from

the Congregation

January 1—February 15, 2015

Budgeted $29,680

Received $25,007

Thank you…

To the Nzewgu family for their

generous donation to cover

nursery expenses for an entire

month.

To the thoughtful person(s)

who brought in kitchen paper

towels.

If anyone else has brought

in something that the

office doesn’t know about,

THANK YOU!

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In the wake of the tragedy and loss of life in the Diocese of Mary-

land, and with our own wine tasting events, it becomes incum-

bent upon us to know what the church at large thinks, its sugges-

tions for parish policies, and our own policy. So, in the pages be-

fore and after, you will find information you might want to know

about the Episcopal Church, Transfiguration, and alcohol.

COME JOIN US FOR BREAKFAST!

A note from Ladi,

Vincent, The Rev. David Wolf and myself invite you to attend this year’s Next Step Breakfast on

Wednesday, March 4 at the National Press Club. Samaritan Ministry’s Next Step Program provides assistance

to people who are homeless and others in need while promoting change, dignity and self-reliance. Program

participants define goals for how they want their lives to change, and then set and take manageable next steps

toward those goals in partnership with a Samaritan Ministry mentor.

The breakfast is designed to provide a “snapshot” of the transformative work of the Next Step program as

well as inspiration through personal testimonies and a short video. A complimentary breakfast is served, and

guests will be invited to make a financial contribution.

We are hosting tables, and would be delighted to have you join us. For more information or to RSVP,

please look for us at Sunday morning coffee or contact one of us as follows:

Vincent Bernhard vincent906@live.com 301-603-4764

Ladi Grey-Coker lgreycoke@verizon.net 301-890-4128

NEXT STEP BREAKFAST 2015 FACT SHEET

Details about event itself:

Wednesday, March 4

National Press Club at 529 14th St., NW, WDC 20045 – it is between E and F, NW, the main entrance is on

14th St.

7:30-8:00 am registration and networking

8-9:00 am breakfast and program

Sit-down continental breakfast at tables of 10-11 people

There is no charge for the breakfast

Emcee: Rt. Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde, Bishop of the Diocese of Washington

Program – a high-energy, inspirational gathering of some 350+ people

Testimonials by a Next Step program participant and a program volunteer

Inspiring video exploring a new dimension of our program

Invitation to become partners in our work and make a financial commitment either that morning or as a pledge for 2015

Logistics:

Metro Center is closest Metro stop

Three options for parking – cost is roughly $20 at each Colonial Garage listed below for parking between 7:30-9:30

am:

The Willard, 1460 F, NW (between 14th and 15th)

The Westory Building, 607 14th, NW (between F and G)

Colonial Garage at 1360 G Street, NW (between 13th and 14th)

Breakfast is on the 13th floor – there will be greeters in the lobby to direct you

CONSIDER A

SPIRITUAL

RETREAT

THE DIOCESE OF

MARYLAND HAS

OPENED ITS

DOORS TO US TO

ATTEND A SPIR-

ITUAL RETREAT

BASED ON AGE:

NEW BEGIN-

NINGS FOR :

MIDDLE

SCHOOL

HAPPENING

FOR: HIGH

SCHOOL

CURSILLO FOR:

ADULTS

SEE MOTHER

MEG AND PLAN

TO GO THIS APRIL

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April 24-26 Camp Wright, Easton

$50

A middle school retreat designed &

run by a staff of senior high youth.

Fun weekend filled with skits,

community, activities, and time

with God.

April 17-19 Bishop ClaggettCenter

A spiritual retreat for senior high youth

planned and presented by Senior High Youth.

SPECIAL CHOIR PRACTICES

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Upcoming Weekend for Maryland 108

April 23-26, 2015

The Claggett Center, Buckeystown, MD

Go to www.mdepiscopalcursillo.com

Cost $100 for a Great Weekend

Spiritual Experience

Singers of all ages

meet after the 10:15 service

to practice for the bishop.

This includes:

Young people

Special one-time folks

Transfiguration Choir folks

Let's make a joyful noise!

March 29 9:30 only Palm Sunday Transfig

April 2 7:00 PM Maundy Thurs Transfig

April 3 12:00-3PM Stations of Cross Grace

7 PM Tenebrae Transfig

April 4 7 PM Easter Vigil Transfig

April 12 9:30 only Easter Day Transfig

Easter Egg Hunt follows the 9:30 service

Transfiguration Episcopal Parish

13925 New Hampshire Avenue

Silver Spring, MD 20904

301-384-6264

www, transfig.org

church@transfig.org

Connecting diverse people.

Serving one Lord.

The Knit Purl group will be raffling off a

handmade afghan during lent.

The goal is to raise $500.00 to be donated to the Heifer

foundation. The money will be used to provide a person in a

third world country with a Knitting basket, which includes

a llama, an alpaca, a sheep and an Angora rabbit. Your gift

for knitters also ensures families are instructed on how to

properly feed and care for the animals.

Each Knitter's Gift Basket:

• Nourishes families with milk from the llama and sheep

• Keeps families warm with wool that can be made into sweaters and scarves

Provides a source of income from the sale of clothing and blankets made from the wool

These four animals included in the knitting basket provide families with ample wool for

warmth, as well as a source of income. Your donation of a Knitter's Gift Basket represents an

opportunity for a better life.

Tickets are $5.00 apiece 5 for $25.

FOOD FOR THE POOR

ON APRIL 12, BRUCE

TORREY WILL BE WITH

US TO BRING US THE

GOSPEL AND TALK

ABOUT FOOD FOR THE

POOR.

PLEASE COME AND BE

PREPARED TO HELP

OTHERS LIVE.