Reflections
March 22 Full Service
Did you happen to miss Ascension’s livestream yesterday? Or maybe you did tune in but need some prayerful church time again? Don’t fret! You can watch our full service by clicking on the video below.
Posted on March 23, 2020 | Posted by Annie Saunders
Ascension’s Virtual Library of Faith Practices in the Home
Welcome! Over the next few weeks, we will gather virtually for worship, Bible study, conversations and prayer. In this time of distancing, we have an opportunity to practice the things that connect us with Christ and with one another. This page is dedicated to sharing the ways you are practicing caring conversations in your homes, […]
Posted on March 21, 2020 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
Community
“We can be there for each other as a community the way God calls us to be…” Watch the video below to hear more on Pastor Dan’s community sermon.
Posted on March 10, 2020 | Posted by Annie Saunders
Concerns and Precautions Regarding COVID-19
From the Office of the Bishop: As of now, the immediate risk to American public is low. We will continue to share any updated recommendations from the CDC as they emerge. As congregations continue to gather for worship in light of concerns around the Corona virus, we encourage you to be mindful of the same basic precautions […]
Posted on March 4, 2020 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
Squirm: Faith & Wealth
My challenge for you today is this: Trusting fully in God’s love,wrestle with your own wealth, big or small. Wrestle with how it may bepreventing you or another from experiencing the kingdom of God. Ifyou’re willing to do that. If you’re willing to let God make you squirma little, then God just might end up […]
Posted on March 2, 2020 | Posted by Annie Saunders
Growing Hope with Family Promise
About five years ago Family Promise had a long-shot opportunity to expand by applying for a big grant. I was on the board of directors at the time, and I was anxious. We didn’t end up getting it. I was sad. But I was also relieved. I wasn’t sure we were ready to grow. But […]
Posted on February 28, 2020 | Posted by Pastor Daniel
God is Not Far from Us
“…and all around you, whether you see it, or feel it, or not–God is present, with us, upholding us. Through this journey that you and I have to take, even when you can’t see it, don’t feel it, don’t always recognize it.” To hear more about Pastor Dan’s sermon on God’s Nearness, follow the links […]
Posted on February 26, 2020 | Posted by Annie Saunders
Liturgical Banner: Transformed by God’s Grace
“Transformed by God’s Grace” Artist’s Description Upon meditation and reflection on scripture and Ascension’s own vision planning, the word transformation is strong. Which led to metamorphosis which led to the idea of a butterfly cocooning – a bold statement indeed! The design itself is a metamorphosis of several theological ideas. I found that grace and […]
Posted on February 20, 2020 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
The Inescapable Mess
The bad news is this: there is nowhere to run. The evil, the sin,the despair, the mess of this world is within you. The good news this: In a manger, around tables with sinners andscribes, on both sides of the sea, up on that cross, and at this table –God enters into the mess, knowing […]
Posted on February 18, 2020 | Posted by Annie Saunders
Witnesses of God’s Nearness
Our reading from Mark 6 has Jesus sending his disciples out to practice what they have learned from him. The heart of Jesus’ teaching and example is that the Kingdom of God is near. Even though the people were poor, had little say, and were all too often sick, God’s presence and blessings were for them through […]
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