EVENTS

===== New Parish Logo!

Posted on Jun 22, 2024 in Events, HomePage, Uncategorized |

Transfiguration Catholic Community has a new logo! Read the symbolism that explains its rich representation. Watch for ways to invite family, friends and neighbors to share in our faith journey!

===== Parish Announcements

Posted on May 24, 2024 in Devotions, Events, Liturgy, Uncategorized |

PARISH STAFF RETREAT

Take Note: Tuesday, June 25, 2024 the Parish Office will be closed for a staff retreat.

BULLETIN DEADLINE:

Please keep in mind that our bulletin deadline is the Tuesday before the weekend’s bulletin. If you would like to request a mass intention or add a person’s name to our prayer list and would like it to appear in the bulletin.

Parish Office Regular Hours:

Spring Hours: The parish office will be open from 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday-Friday.

SEEKING BULLETIN ADVERTISERS:

If you’re a local business and would like to advertise in our parish bulletin please contact Shannon Miller at LPi. Her direct number is (253.875.0997 or Email: SMiller1@4LPi.com. Please use bulletin reference number 01-1651.

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SPECIAL CELEBRATIONS:

If you are planning a special celebration wedding, quince or baptismal for this upcoming year please call the office to secure a date or make an appointment to meet with a priest to start your marriage paperwork. (847) 526-2400.

DONATION STATEMENTS:

Contact the Parish Office to request your donation statement or email CamieJKwasigroch@archchicago.org.

PARISH MAILING LIST:

If you are a parishioners that leaves the area seasonally, please contact the office to suspend your mail for that time and help us save the cost of returned postage. Additionally, if you have recently changed any of your contact information, it is important to update us as well. Your assistance is greatly appreciated. Call (847) 526-2400 or email transfiguration-mill@archchicago.org

RCIA:

Sessions are conducted on Sundays beginning with 10 am mass. Formation then takes place in the Parish Office Meeting Rooms. Any interested person is welcome to join the sessions. MORE INFO HERE…

THE DIAPER BANK PARTNERSHIP OF LAKE COUNTY:

For those who need them, diapers are not a luxury. They are a necessity that greatly affects vulnerable populations who cannot help themselves—babies, the elderly, and the disabled. The impact of not having diapers is interwoven with a multitude of other issues surrounding life in poverty and crisis. TO APPLY FOR DIAPERS please go to: https://diaperbanklc.com/

FRASSATI ROSARY:

We would like to continue to offer the Zoom link to all interested families and really anyone that would like to say the rosary. It is the perfect way to end your day and reflect.
Zoom Meeting: Meeting ID: 849 2791 3904 Passcode: n7cxhg
Join us at 8:30pm on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays.

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MINISTERS OF CARE:

If you or a family member is home bound and would like to receive Holy Communion please call the parish office at (847) 526-2400 Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm or email us at Transfiguration-Mill@Archchicago.org. We will forward the message to one of our communion ministers.

MASS INTENTIONS:

are available for anyone who would like their intentions to be remembered at Mass. Intentions are available for those who have died or for someone who is living. Call us to obtain a date and time. (847) 526—2400. Mass intentions are to be called or emailed no later than Monday of every week. This guarantees your loved one name will appear in the weekend bulletin. The parish bulletin is submitted on Tuesday of every week.

PRAYER LIST:

Please check in with us at the office to update the prayer list. Send an email to Transfiguration-Mill@archchicago.org or call the office at (847) 526-2400.

===== Remain In Me Series

Posted on May 24, 2024 in Catechists, Education, Events, HomePage, Liturgy, Uncategorized |

Summer Series on the Eucharist:

Join us for any or all of this 5-part small group series: Remain in Me (based on a work by Cardinal Blaise Cupich and further developed by the Archdiocesan offices of Lifelong Formation and Divine Worship) hosted by the Evangelization Team on Wednesdays: June 19, 26, July 10, 17, 24 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm in the Old White Church.

Our time together will include video presentation, self reflection questions and small group discussion based on Take, Bless, Break, Share: A Strategy for a Eucharistic Revival, by Cardinal Blase Cupich,

June 26th – The Eucharist as a Matter of Life and Death: In this second reflection, we are invited to pray about, contemplate, and discuss the great importance of worship and how the Eucharist is vital to our lives as Catholics. As we ponder the Bread of Life as God’s response to the deepest hunger of the human heart, may we grow in the desire to receive “The Eucharist as a Matter of Life and Death.”

June 19th – Week One: The Imperative of Worship: In this first reflection, we are invited to pray about, contemplate, and discuss the Catholic Tradition of the Eucharist as the central act of worship that sustains the life of faith.

All are welcome as we explore the Eucharist in our lives today, especially as our Catholic Church prepares for the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage to Indianapolis this July. Stop in the main church after the sessions to spend some quiet time with Jesus during Wednesday Holy Hour!

For information on Chicago area connections with the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage,

visit http://EucharisticRevivalChicago.org

06.27.24 ===== Learning Event

Posted on May 24, 2024 in Education, Events, HomePage, Uncategorized |

Learning Event: St. Paul’s Life-Changing Vision of Marriage and the Christian Family

A beautiful reflection for everyone, especially couples!

Join us on Thursday, June 27th from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Old White Church to attend this video presentation by Dr. Brant Pitre.

One of the most controversial lines ever written belongs to the Apostle Paul, when he wrote: “Wives, be submissive to your husbands, as to the Lord” (Ephesians 5:22). In modern times, this single line has earned Saint Paul the hatred of radical feminists everywhere, as well as the embarrassment of many Christians who do not understand what he meant. Because of this teaching, Paul has been called a misogynist, a male-chauvinist, and worse.

But for Catholics, this is not acceptable. For Catholics, the writings of Saint Paul are not just the opinions of one ancient Jewish Rabbi from which we can pick and choose. They are the inspired Word of God, in which “everything asserted by the sacred author must be held to be asserted by the Holy Spirit” (Catechism of the Catholic Church #107). If this is true, then we must ask: What is God trying to teach us in Ephesians 5? What does it mean when the Holy Spirit inspires to Paul to teach that wives should be “submissive” to their husbands?

In this exciting study we will learn:

-Why Saint Paul’s message needs to be understood in light of the paganism of the Roman empire, which was destroying the ancient family—just like it is today.
-How the husband is an image of Christ, and the wife is an image of the Church.

-Why Saint Paul’s teaching does not justify the abuse of spouses or the inferiority of women.

-Why pastors cannot continue to avoid talking about the spiritual headship of the Christian husband.

-How Saint Paul’s teaching for Christian husbands and wives gives biblical solutions to two of the most common causes for modern-day divorce.

We hope you will join us for this evening of learning in our faith!

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May '24

06.29.24 ===== Vicariate I NEP Mass

Posted on May 24, 2024 in Devotions, Events, HomePage, Liturgy, Uncategorized |

May '24

May '24

07.14.24 ===== Footprints in the Sand

Posted on May 15, 2024 in Devotions, Events, HomePage, Liturgy, Uncategorized |

May '24

Mass and Fellowship at Phil’s Beach

All are welcome to join us on Sunday, July 14th at 8 am for a unique Mass celebration: “Footprints in the Sand” hosted by Transfiguration Catholic Community. All are welcome – fellowship to follow. Bring your family, a friend and a beach chair!

Call the parish office with any questions, 847.526.2400.

May '24

08.04.24 ===== Mass on the Grass

Posted on May 15, 2024 in Devotions, Events, HomePage, Liturgy, Uncategorized |

May '24

SAVE THE DATE! Join us at 11:00am on Sunday, August 4th as we celebrate the Feast of the Transfiguration at the Wauconda Park District Gazebo! Be sure to bring a chair; limited seating is available. Fellowship will follow the 11 am Mass. Bring a salad or dessert to share. NO mass at 10 am – however, the 1pm Polish Mass will be in the main church on this date. ALL ARE WELCOME!

===== National Eucharistic Pilgrimage

Posted on May 8, 2024 in Devotions, Education, Events, HomePage, Liturgy, Uncategorized |

Coming to Chicago

National Eucharistic Pilgrimage
June 26 – June 30, 2024

The National Eucharistic Revival is an initiative of the US Bishops to assist Catholics to come to a fuller understanding and appreciation of the meaning of the Eucharist in the life of the Church.

The Revival will culminate in a pilgrimage across the country to Indianapolis for the Eucharistic Congress in July 2024. The Archdiocese of Chicago, on the Marian Route of the pilgrimage, has organized special events and Eucharistic celebrations in archdiocesan parishes and locations from June 26 to 30, 2024.

On Wednesday, June 26th, 4p-7p, the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage is coming to Mundelein Seminary (USML) for the celebration of Mass along with Adoration of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament and a Eucharistic Procession around the USML campus. Learn more at https://usml.edu/national-eucharistic-pilgrimage/.

For information on other Chicago area connections with the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage, visit http://EucharisticRevivalChicago.org.

May '24

===== RCIA Journey Begins

Posted on May 5, 2024 in Catechists, Education, Events, HomePage, Liturgy, Sacraments, Uncategorized |

May '24

Anyone interested in learning more about the Catholic faith is welcome to contact the Transfiguration School of Religion 847.526.6400.

Parishioners… prayerfully consider becoming part of the RCIA Team as a sponsor, catechist, or to assist with hospitality. Call or text Vicki Peloquin 847.997.7350 if you are interested.

The RCIA journey begins in September and continues through May each Sunday after 10:00 am Mass (11:00 am to 12:30 pm) in the Parish Offices. What is RCIA?>>

Mar '24

===== Ministry of Prayer

Posted on Mar 4, 2024 in Events, Liturgy, Uncategorized |

Mar '24

We know that life can be challenging and the only thing that may help to get you back to center is Prayer. We believe very strongly in the power of Prayer. This belief and knowing comes from seeing or hearing about the many demonstrations or testimonies in the lives of people around the world.

At the end of weekend Masses the Transfiguration Ministry of Prayer will be in the front of the Church to pray for you or someone you love and care for.
Please know that each Minister of Transfiguration Ministry of Prayer commits to holding your intentions in the light of Christ, standing in Truth, Principle and Love. Prayer is the tool we use to know the truth. It is not about begging or pleading for something to happen to change the conditions in life. It is about aligning ourselves with the all good of God that surrounds us at all times. Every request we receive is treated with love, compassion, respect and dignity.

More than ever I find myself
in the hands of God.
This is what I have wanted all my life from my youth.

But now there is a difference;
the initiative is entirely with God.
It is indeed a profound spiritual experience to know
and feel myself so totally in God’s hands.
– Pedro Arrupe, S.J.

===== 2024 Annual Catholic Appeal

Posted on Feb 1, 2024 in Events, Give, Uncategorized |

Our parish is conducting our campaign for the Annual Catholic Appeal. Please remember that the Annual Catholic Appeal is much different than a one-time special collection. It is a pledge campaign where you can make a gift payable in installments. The new Annual Catholic Appeal theme, “Together at the table,” is an important theme as we prayerfully consider our support for the Appeal but also important for embracing the life that the Lord wants us to live.

Each pledge makes a difference! All parish communities participate in the campaign and the gifts of many enable our parishes, schools and ministries to deliver needed services. Thank you for your prayerful consideration and generous response.

To make your gift, you can complete the mail-in giving envelope available at church or make a gift online at
https://www.annualcatholicappeal.com.

Jan '24

===== Sunday Stewardship

Posted on Jan 31, 2024 in Events, Give, Liturgy, Uncategorized |

Jan '24

“As you go, make this proclamation:
‘The kingdom of heaven is at hand.’”

-Matthew 10:7

Many of us take our lives for granted. We think we have plenty of time to “repent.” Maybe we should live with a little more urgency in making things right with God. This is the difference in living our discipleship out of obligation versus out of love.
Obligation implies we do the minimum required. Love implies we want a relationship. God wants us to be with Him in Heaven forever, but He also wants to be in relationship with us right now, while we are on earth. Start this second – invite the Lord into your heart.

Thank you!

===== Online Evening Prayer

Posted on Jan 22, 2024 in Devotions, Events, HomePage, Liturgy, Uncategorized |

TRANSFIGURATION PARISH Presents: Online Evening Prayer
Sundays at 7:30pm

Presentation will be led by Deacon Chris Fisher on Teams. If you need a meeting link or download link for a free Teams account, contact Ken Michaels at kmichaels58@gmail.com. Text of prayers will be displayed online. However, if you wish to preview text each day, check the evening prayers for the appropriate date at the free online service at www.divineoffice.org

We gather on TEAMS here: Meeting Link

Give both God and yourself 15 minutes of peace and comfort with the Evening Prayer (Vespers) of the Liturgy of the Hours (LOTH). The prayers will take 15 minutes or less and will bring a sense of renewal and encouragement to you after a busy day. All are welcome to participate in this devotional prayer whenever you may be available.

Nov '23

===== New Lending Library

Posted on Nov 6, 2023 in Catechists, Devotions, Education, Events, HomePage, Uncategorized |

Nov '23

Open for reading and sharing good reads!

===== Improvement Fund Report

Posted on Sep 16, 2023 in Give, HomePage, pastors pen, Uncategorized |

WE DID IT! WE REACHED OUR PLEDGE GOAL!

A huge thank you to all parishioners who have fulfilled/or are in the process of fulfilling their pledges to the Improvement Fund. We want every parishioner to know that we have opened a separate account at our local bank in which we are keeping all Improvement Fund donations. This money is not used for general parish expenses and is strictly used for any building/equipment repairs that we have not budgeted for.

If you have not pledged yet or you would like to continue contributing to this fund, please use your blue Improvement Fund envelopes or Give Central. We can build this
account up for any future repairs.

Thank you for all that you do for our Transfiguration Community! With your generous donations these are the projects we have completed and paid for:

   New Church Boiler $43,965
   School Elevator Repair $38,023
   New Hymnals $13,125
   OWC Chimney Repair $5,000
   Church Pumps Repair $4,665
             Total = $104,778

The total donations/pledges received since the campaign began in March 2023 is $102,236. The total due from parishioners still fulfilling their pledges is $11,723. The total due from 30 parishioners who filled out a pledge card and have not made a payment is $3,585. Hoping we can collect this additional $15,308 from our initial pledge drive.

Any questions, feel free to contact me: Camie Kwasigroch, Business Manager
(847) 526-2400 x234, camiejkwasigroch@archchicago.org

–As shared in the parish bulletin, September 24, 2023

Aug '23

===== Religious Education Registration

Posted on Aug 1, 2023 in Catechists, Education, Events, HomePage, Uncategorized |

Aug '23

Mar '23

===== Remember Your Parish

Posted on Mar 25, 2023 in Give, Uncategorized |

Mar '23

Making a future gift through your estate (will or trust) is a beautiful demonstration of your commitment to TRANSFIGURATION PARISH MISSION. You can simply add a charitable provision if updating your will/trust or create a codicil that can be an addendum to your existing plan.

To make a charitable provision for Transfiguration Parish, you and your attorney may want to consider using the language below in your will or trust.

“I give and bequeath $_____ or _____% of my estate to Transfiguration Parish an unrestricted gift.”

Legal Name: Transfiguration Parish
316 West Mill Street
Wauconda, Illinois 60084

Tax ID#: 36-2171165

Should your plans include restricting your gift for a particular parish program, please contact Camie Kwasigroch, Parish Business Manager, at camiejkwasigroch@archchicago.org

HELP GOD’S MISSION LIVE ON…

“Then the King will say to those on his
right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by
my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared
for you from the creation of the
world.”

===== Happy New Year

Posted on Jan 2, 2023 in Devotions, Events, Liturgy, pastors pen, Uncategorized |

===== Feliz Año Nuevo

Posted on Jan 2, 2023 in Devotions, Events, Liturgy, pastors pen, Uncategorized |