Faith: The belief that He can, the hope that He will

Bible Study – Week of 11/29/2009

Readings for the week of 11/29-12/5/2009
Matthew           Mark           Luke           John

John alone records the final discourse of Jesus with his chosen disciples. Each word Jesus speaks reflects the burden which he feels n leaving these men to finish the work which he has begun. Jesus encourages them in their faith and promises that in his name they will perform great works. Again he calls them to mutual love in order to withstand the inevitable persecution which awaits them. Explaining the necessity of his going away, Jesus promises that they will not be left wholly on their own. Jesus reassures them that the Holy Spirit will be with them and will guide them in their mission. Read more »

Bible Study – Week of 11/22/2009

Readings for the week of 11/22-11/28/2009
Matthew           Mark           Luke           John
 

Whether intentionally present for the feast or there for other reasons, Jesus is in Jerusalem in December during the eight-day Feast of Dedication, known more modernly as Hanukkah. This feast was instituted as recently as 164 B.C. by Judas Maccabaeus in commemoration of the refurbishing of the temple after it had been profaned for idolatrous use in 168 B.C. by Antiochus Epiphanes. Faithful Jews are gathering in Jerusalem in order to celebrate the rededication of the temple, and Jesus takes this opportunity to reach out to the large number of people present. Read more »

Ukrainian Auction Winners Announced

Visit our “Latest News” page for a complete list of our 2009 Ukrainian Auction winners. Congratulations to all and thank you to all those who purchased tickets and especially to our generous donors who created truly amazing baskets.

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Transfiguration extends a warm welcome to the newest members of our parish family: baby Amiah Lee Elaine Kopiak, Susan & Anthony Skiptunas, Mary Manson and Nicole Kopiak. (See our “Latest News” page for details.)

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