trans·fig·u·ra·tion  (noun)
- a complete change of form or appearance into a more beautiful or spiritual state. "In this light the junk undergoes a transfiguration; it shines."
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Christ's appearance in radiant glory to three of his disciples (Mark 9:2-3)
The disciples were so overcome when they recognized the spiritual profundity of Jesus that they wanted to build a shrine to preserve the moment for ever. Transfiguration Sunday, the last Sunday before the "dry" season of Lent, provides a kind of spiritual boost as we consider what it means to bear the light of God down off the mountaintop and into the world. See you in worship! (Remember, kids start downstairs with Rebecca for Sunday Schoolhouse but join the adults for communion.) Pastor Ginny
First Sunday = Bring food for the Granby Food PantryGod offers us a place at the table... We can offer food for the hungry... Granby Food Bank is in need of soup, spaghetti sauce, pasta, paper products and detergent.
Pick up a brochure!
Read a book!
Sign up on bulletin board in hallway!
February 12: Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee at the Giles' home, 10 Cedar Drive
February 26: Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan Stevenson at the Shaws' home, 72 Canal Road
Women's Spirituality Groups
Resume Monday (Feb. 8) with Reluctant Pilgrim: A Moody, Somewhat Self-Indulgent Introvert's Search for Spiritual Community by Enuma Okoro. Morning group meets at the church at 10:30am. and the evening group will meet at 7 at the Mahoneys' (16 Maple Hill Drive).
ASH WEDNESDAY is Feb. 10
A midweek service at 7pm will kick off our Lenten journey through "The Dark Wood." Based on the book by the same name by Eric Elnes, we will try to see experiences such as failure, emptiness, loss, and uncertainty through new eyes. Rather than being negative, these experiences are entirely unavoidable... and seen in a certain light can reveal clues to our life path. How can the struggles of life be the seedbed of spiritual awakening to the fullness of life? Come on Feb. 10 and find out.
Barbara Crouse Memorial Concert Series presents:
Alturas Duo with Flutist Minta White  Friday, February 19 7:30pm in the Sanctuary The award-winning Alturas Dupo will collaborate with multitalented flutist Minta White to present a program of virtuosic classical and South American folk music. Blending South American and Baroque influences using the unusual combination of viola, guitar, and charango, the Alturas Duo has performed in Brazil, Canada, Chile, Bolivia, Ecuador, and the US, including recitals at Carnegie Hall, Merkin Hall, and the Smithsonian.
Simply Smiles Concert - February 19, 7pm
Benefit concert to support Simply Smiles. Kristen Graves, the Connecticut State Troubadour and distinguished folk singer will perform at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 465 Park Ave, Windsor. Free will offering.
Winter Discernment Meeting - after Worship February 21
SNOW CANCELLATIONS 
In case of poor weather, please check one of the following sources for information about delays and cancellations.
email - We'll send a message to everyone registered to receive the weekly newsletter
online - check our website
TV - check NBC Connecticut (WVIT)
radio - check CBS Radio Hartford Storm Center (AM 1080)
or call the church number 860-653-4537 and listen to the message!
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This Sunday at 10am,  in the SchoolHouse...
We learn about the beginnings of the African American faith tradition. It emerged first during slavery in secret gatherings in the woods, away from the watchful eye of the plantation owner. These meetings were a place where the slave felt free to express him/herself in praise or despair.
In Faith Ed... So, let's talk Jesus. What seemed important to him?What should be important to us, and how do we live that way in 2016? We begin a series of discussions on his Sermon on the Mount, his parables, his commandments, and some of his encounters with people.
Sunday Night Youth at 6pm is THE SUPERBOWL PARTY
 Kick off is 6:25.
Half Time Show 8:15?
We'll stay as long as there are people who want to watch!
There will be food, snacks and drinks.
Sign up for the Winter Retreat, Feb 26-28
Deadline for money and release forms is Feb 10th.
 <<<<<<CHECK THIS OUT!
One year ago we were stripping off wall paper,
painting and
making B 14 into a youth room.
Last Sunday,
there were 31 people in that room...
some on the floor, on laps, on pillows, on stools,
and a couple standing.
A HUGE thank you to this church
for your investment in the youth,
through money, staffing, and "place to be".
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