“My Altar Guild ministry because I feel a ‘part-of’ | ILLUMINE the worship and connection to Christ, in a way that combines service, Eucharist (thanksgiving, preparing the bread and wine), and practicing the presence of God through all my senses. It f ills my soul and causes me to truly cherish the Fig!” – Sally Manning
WI NTER 21/22
Welcoming
WHEN DID YOU FIRST K N OW YO U BELO NGED AT TRAN SF I G U RAT I O N ? Excerpts from a December Parish survey
“It is a place where you feel love and joy from a wonderful community.” – Paul DesRochers
“Our church demonstrates, by behavior, the love of Christ, which is more powerful than any type of proselytizing.” – Sara Ivey
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Loving
“Our many activities together (VBS, monthly meetings, service projects, Sunday school teaching) helped me get involved..” – Linda Ayres
“When I realized that I was free to ask questions about doctrines/liturgy/faith without condemnation and my curiosity was welcomed and fostered.” – Anonymous
Warm
“It is the people and the many ways we interact with each other that is unique. We belong together.” – Jeff Frauenheim
“Growing up at Transf iguration, I was fortunate to be in the choir program from Holy Family choir to St. Cecilia’s. We were always made to feel we were a valued part of the Fig family.” – Jan Waller
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Inclusive
“Inclusiveness, warmth, and true generosity of spirit demonstrated by clergy and members as well.” – Anonymous
