Transfiguration Parish, Silver Spring

C-4 is an interfaith coalition of congregations (of which Transfiguration is a founding member) in the Colesville area, which provides services to people in need in Montgomery County.  C-4 clients “shop” (for free) for clothing ranging from infant to adult sizes, infant care items, and bath, bed, and kitchen linens and accessories. Transfiguration helps C-4 in the administrative office, to sort and display clothing and other items, to help “shoppers,” and to provide and distribute Christmas toys and backpacks containing grade-appropriate school supplies. Transfiguration recruits additional volunteers during January and July (Transfiguration Months).  High School volunteers can earn community service hours during summers and holidays, when schools are not in session. 

https://c4clothescloset.com/
Contact:  Karen Facen

The Head Start program serves eligible 3- and 4-year-old children of low-income families through comprehensive educational, social, medical, dental, mental health, and nutrition services.  Transfiguration donated approximately $1,140.00 for Thanksgiving food baskets and spring break snack foods.  This year we also are providing winter Afghans.   High School students can earn community service hours for their volunteer work after school from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HHS-Program/OCA/CommunityAction/HeadStart.html
Contact:  Marvin Arthur 

Eastern Montgomery Emergency Assistance Network (EMEAN)

EMEAN is one of a network of agencies and organizations that work to prevent homelessness, utility shut-offs, and health crises in Montgomery County, Maryland.  EMEAN serves zip codes 20903, 20904, 20905, 20866, and 20868 which cover the geographic area along the New Hampshire Ave and Old Columbia Pike corridors in Eastern Montgomery County.  EMEAN is funded by county government, community, faith-based organizations, and individuals.  This 501(c) (3) organization was created as a part of C-4, but currently operates independently.  It pays, or locates resources that pay rent directly to the lessor to prevent eviction; directly to the electric, gas, or water company to prevent utility service termination; and directly to pharmacies to prevent health crises that may arise from inability to purchase prescription medicines.  In 2024 EMEAN provided over $20,000 to 37 people to help them avoid eviction or utility termination, or purchase prescription medication. 

https://www.emean.org/
Contact:  Karen Facen

Kairos Prison Ministry International, Inc. is a lay-led, interdenominational Christian ministry in which men and women volunteers bring Christ’s love and forgiveness to men and women prisoners and their families.  The Kairos programs take participants on a journey that demonstrates the love and forgiveness of Jesus Christ. Kairos Prison Ministry is Christian in nature, although no religious affiliation is necessary to be a participant.  The programs involve a structured model that includes Kairos Inside (a 3 ½ day Weekend led by same gender Kairos volunteers and includes a series of talks, discussions, chapel meditations, and creating a Christian community).  This is followed by weekly “Care and Share” groups and monthly “Reunions” of Kairos communities to secure the effects of the Kairos program. 

https://kairosprisonministry.org/about-us/
Contact:  Michael Betteridge

Manna Food Center is a network of government agencies, corporations, nonprofit groups, schools, doctors, employee assistance programs and faith-based associations which strive to eliminate hunger through food distribution, education, and advocacy.  Manna believes that Montgomery County should be a place where all people at all times have access to safe, sufficient, nutritious food in order to lead fulfilling lives and contribute to making Montgomery County, Maryland a place where all live in dignity.  Food is distributed from a warehouse, through satellite locations, and with a Pop-Up Pantry food truck.  Manny the Mobile Kitchen is a classroom, in which nutritious cooking is taught.

https://www.mannafood.org/
Contact:  Roger Petzold

Our Little Roses Ministries is a non-governmental organization in San Pedro Sula, Honduras, dedicated to rescuing and transforming the lives of homeless girls in Honduras and providing health, dental, housing and literacy services to single mothers.  Our Little Roses Ministries, an Episcopal mission, is committed to preparing Honduran girls to be integral members of their society by creating an atmosphere of love, self-reliance and respect.  Transfiguration Parish continually adopts two girls, whom we support through their high school graduations, with funding and Christmas and Birthday gifts and greetings. 

https://www.ourlittleroses.org/
Contact:  Kathy Berry

Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington is a community partnership serving homeless people and others in need in the Greater Washington area, with support and volunteers from Episcopal and other churches.  Samaritan Ministry serves people who are homeless, unemployed, living with HIV/AIDS, or otherwise in need, to make changes for a better life.  Samaritan Ministry provides employment workshops, resume writing, life skills classes, pre-GED classes, food and clothing assistance, and emergency financial assistance for housing and utilities.  Transfiguration Parish assists Samaritan Ministry with fund-raising and awareness-raising activities.

https://samaritanministry.org/
Contact:  Paula Walker

Boy Scout Troop 1444 has been chartered by Transfiguration since 1966. Troop 1444 is a strong and active group with about 11 Scouts and excellent adult family participation. This family involvement over the years has created over 100 Eagle Scouts and keeps an interesting program available for the Scouts to learn, advance, and have lots of fun. Merit badge opportunities abound.  Troop 1444 members, who are working toward Eagle Scout status, often build creative, beneficial projects for Transfiguration Parish.  Transfiguration supports the scouts with troop leadership, troop meeting space, funding support for church projects, and celebrating Scout Sunday.  Transfiguration supports the following scouting groups:  Troop 1444 - Boys (11-18), Troop 1444 - Girls (11-18), Venture Crew 1444 (Boys & Girls 14-21), Cub Scout Pack 250 (Boys & Girls K-5th grade).

https://troop1444.org/
Contact: Marvin Arthur

UTO, a ministry of the Episcopal Church and the Anglican Communion, is supported by annual donations from the Episcopal Church and churches in the Anglican Communion. UTO’s focus is on promoting gratitude and supporting innovative projects that address compelling needs around the globe. Its grants are awarded on an annual basis to Episcopal Churches and churches in the Anglican Communion for projects that address human needs and help alleviate poverty, both domestically and internationally.

https://www.episcopalchurch.org/ministries/united-thank-offering/
Contact:  Rosamond Daniels

Through the years many Episcopalians have found the Good Friday Offering to be an effective way to express their support for the ministries of the three dioceses of the Province of Jerusalem and the Middle East. Pastoral care, education and health care continue to be primary ministries through which the reconciling spirit of the Christian faith serves all in need. The generous donations of Episcopalians help the Christian presence in the Land of the Holy One to be a vital and effective force for peace and understanding among all of God’s children.

https://www.episcopalchurch.org/good-friday-offering/
Contact:  Roger Petzold