Posts from Pastor Daniel
Thanksgiving Worship
Ascension is partnering with St. Paul’s United Methodist, Beth-El Mennonite, and Grace Lutheran churches for a joint online Thanksgiving Worship. You can view the service here or on our YouTube channel. Join us in giving thanks to God!
Posted on November 23, 2021 | Posted by Pastor Daniel
Giving Thanks for All Saints
“Honor your father and your mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you.” – Exodus 20:12 Honor your father and mother.The commandment was not written with children in mind,Children who must be molded and pressed into responsible adults,Children who cannot determine their own fate, […]
Posted on November 4, 2021 | Posted by Pastor Daniel
This Little Light of Mine
Fill our your 2022 estimate of giving here! Our generosity is in response to God’s generosity toward us. God has given us our lives and abilities, resources and food. God has sent Jesus to give us a place as children of God, guidance for our lives, and a forever future with God. In knowing God’s […]
Posted on September 9, 2021 | Posted by Pastor Daniel
Blessing of the Backpacks
The start of a new school year is exciting. New friends. New teachers. New lunchboxes. But it can also be nervewracking. What if it’s too hard? What if I don’t make friends? What if I miss being home? In these times of excitement and anxiety, it’s good to remember the God who walks with us, […]
Posted on August 12, 2021 | Posted by Pastor Daniel
The Faster Pastors Are At It Again!
The Faster Pastors are at it again! For the 10th year, the faster pastors are running. This year we are raising funds for Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Services. LIRS has helped over 500,000 refugees enter and acclimate to the United States over the last 80 years. Learn more about their work at www.lirs.org/80-years-of-welcome The 10 […]
Posted on July 20, 2021 | Posted by Pastor Daniel
My Hope is Built
My hope is built on nothing lessthan Jesus’ blood and righteousness. It’s kind of a strange thing, when you think about it. The heart of our faith is that we don’t do anything. We can’t. And even if we could, we’d probably mess it up. The heart of our faith is that we don’t do […]
Posted on July 20, 2021 | Posted by Pastor Daniel
Organist/Accompanist position available
Ascension Lutheran Church (ELCA) is hiring an organist/accompanist. Located in Colorado Springs, CO, Ascension has a strong music program and is rooted in traditional Lutheran worship. The organist/accompanist would lead the congregation in song, accompany our choir, accompany other soloists or small ensembles, and work with a collaborative team of staff and volunteers. The position […]
Posted on April 21, 2021 | Posted by Pastor Daniel
Church, State, and Vaccination
In 1902 A Lutheran Pastor in Massachusetts refused mandatory vaccination. Three years later the Supreme Court took up his case and ruled against him, declaring that the government could require vaccination. The story raises issues of individual liberty, the public good, and the duty of Christians. Pastor Daniel will lead a two week discussion on […]
Posted on April 15, 2021 | Posted by Pastor Daniel
A City For Everyone: March 25 Panel Discussion
A City For Everyone: How Zoning Can Ease the Affordable Housing Crisis It is getting harder and harder for working class people to afford to live in Colorado Springs. As our city updates it’s local zoning codes, there is an opportunity to make a dent in this crisis. The Colorado Springs Faith table will host […]
Posted on March 17, 2021 | Posted by Pastor Daniel
Mission Partners in the Pandemic
Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:15 via zoom to hear how the pandemic has affected our various partner organizations and how they’re still serving the community. A representative will join us each day to fill us in and answer questions. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81225176585 Partner Organizations Feb 14 – Mercy’s Gate, learn more at https://mercysgatecs.org/Feb 21 – […]
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