Services will be held at 8:00 am and 10:30 am this coming Sunday with a sermon by The Rev. Christopher W. Hogin. The 10:30 am service will feature a Kirkin' o' the Tartans with Kay Irwin, Beth Morgan, and John McClure on pipes and drum. Those of Scottish heritage are encouraged to bring your tartans for the blessing.
Adult Sunday School classes are cancelled for the ministry fair in the parish hall during the Sunday School hour.
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Digital Parish Paper and Updates
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Download the Digital Edition
The digital edition of the Parish Paper is here! Click on the button below to download the Parish Paper.
Notes: There are a few edits from what was published in the printed edition. The Grace-Filled Christmas service has been moved to 6:45 pm. That is the final and official time of that service. Also, the Sisterhood Christmas party is at the home of Charlotte Wood. The ECW Christmas Luncheon is at the home of Sylvia Peters.
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No Sunday School This Weekend
All parishioners are invited to attend the Ministry Fair. Come see all the great opportunities in our community.
Behind the Music - Sunday, December 9
Fr. Christopher Hogin will explore a whole new set of favorite holiday carols and songs. This engaging and family friendly presentation will delight you with great music, fun trivia facts, and deeper theological insights about some of your favorite holiday songs.
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Adult Christian Ed Wednesday Evenings
"Food for Body and Soul"
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Parish Supper
Wednesday, December 5, 6:00 pm, Parish Hall
The parish supper will feature Italian sausage pasta bake, pesto broccoli, iceberg Caesar salad, garlic bread, and chocolate cake! Pricing is $10/adult and $5/child with a $25/maximum per family.
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Programming
“God Moments: Another Evening of Testimonials”
Wednesday, December 5, 6:45 pm
John 9:11, 25 “But I know this…I was blind…I went and washed, and now I see.” If we have met Christ, we have a story to tell. Testimonials are not something Episcopalians tend to routinely share, but they can provide support and encouragement to those who may not believe in, or at least need to hear of, these small miracles. Come hear 5 more of your fellow parishioners share the inspirational stories of times when God/The Holy Spirit has worked in their lives.
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Advent Lessons and Carols
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This coming Sunday evening, a candlelight service of Lessons and Carols for Advent will be offered by the Parish and Boys and Girls’ choirs at 5:30 pm. A reception will follow in the parish hall.
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This coming Tuesday, at 7:30 pm, the Madrigal Singers of Webb School will sing seasonal favorites in Renaissance garb. And on Thursday at 7:00 pm, the choirs of West High School will present their annual holiday program in Ascension’s nave. Both programs are open to the public.
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Guide to the Holidays 2018
As programming and fundraising efforts build up as we approach the holidays, we've compiled a list of the services, events, fundraising, and "fun for the family" opportunities around Ascension.
Important Note: There is one thing we would like to highlight. Only Sunday, December 16, will see services at 8:00 and 10:00 am. All other Sundays will observe the usual schedule.
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Date Night
Friday, December 7, 6:00 pm
Come let us take care of the kids while you enjoy a night out at a holiday party or just relax at home. Pizza will be served! RSVP to
nursery16@knoxvilleascension.org.
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TWEENS Shopping Trip
Friday, December 7, 6:00 pm
The Tweens big shopping trip to buy Angel Tree gifts is December 7 from 6:00-9:00 pm. Arrive at church by 6:00 pm. The church van will leave by 6:10 pm. Dinner will follow. For questions, email
megan@knoxvilleascension.org.
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Drop n' Shop
Saturday, December 8, 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Need a little bit more time to shop for Christmas? Bring your kiddos to the Drop n’ Shop on December 8th from 10:00am-2:00pm. We will watch holiday movies, eat pizza, play games and do crafts. RSVP to
nursery16@knoxvilleascension.org to register and let us know if your kids will be here for lunch. The lunch will take place from 11:30-12:15pm.
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Sunday School and Children's Church
There will be NO Children’s Sunday School or Children’s Church on Sunday, December 16, so that we may all enjoy the Nativity Pageant put on by the children of Ascension during the 10:00 am service. Come enjoy this retelling of the birth of our Savior followed by a small reception after the service.
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Harlem Globetrotters Trip
Sunday, December 9
On Sunday, December 9 the Harlem Globetrotters are coming to town and Ascension Youth (grades 6-12) are going for a fun fellowship event! We’ll be meeting at Ascension at 2:00 to see their 3:00 performance at Thompson-Boling arena. Space is limited to 13, first come, first serve. Cost is $10 and any food purchases will be on your own. Contact GiGi at
gigi@knoxvilleascension.org
to sign up!
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AYG High School Mission Trip 2019
Our Mission Trip for 2019 will be the week of June 8-14, 2019 and we will be serving the community of New Orleans, Louisiana through YouthWorks. Details are still in the works. Cost to our teens will be $300 per person. To secure your spot, a $100 deposit and your AYG release forms will need to be turned in no later than Sunday, December 16, 2018. This trip is open to our teens currently in grades 8-12.
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Youth Confirmation
It’s not too early to start thinking about Youth Confirmation class! Starting in January we will have a youth confirmation class for those youth wishing to learn more about their faith in pursuit of becoming confirmed members of the Episcopal Church when Bishop Cole comes for his visitation in June. Plans are still firming up, but if you are a teenager who would like to be a part of this journey, please email GiGi at
gigi@knoxvilleascension.org
to sign up.
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Youth Room Open for Pre-Exam Cram
For the last two weeks of school (December 10th-13th and 17th-20th) as our youth prepare for their midterms and exams, the Youth Room will be open from 3:00-6:00 pm Monday through Thursday so that our youth may have a quiet space with WiFi and snacks to study and work on homework. Teens participating should sign in with the church office before making their way down to the Youth Room and sign out before departing. Feel free to contact GiGi with any questions!
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KEY Christmas Party
Join Knoxville Episcopal Youth (KEY) for a very Merry KEY Christmas! On December 16th from 4:00-6:00 pm meet us at Church of the Good Shepherd (5409 Jacksboro Pike, 37918) for Christmas Family Feud, games, snacks, crafts and more as we celebrate the holidays together. All are welcome!
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Great Ideas for Christmas
Come pick up your church merch!
Thank you all for your kind support of our youth programs through our Ascension Gear fundraiser!
If you would like to order some Ascension Gear in time for Christmas,
contact GiGi at
gigi@knoxvilleascension.org
...we have a few extra items available for sale and plan to place one last order before Christmas.
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Spruce Flat Falls
Wednesday, December 5, 9:00 am
The Ascension Trekkers will hike to Spruce Flats Falls in the Tremont area on Wednesday, December 5, leaving the church at 9 am. This is a popular short 2 mile round trip trail, rated moderate because it is a good mountain hiking sampler, having some steepness, rocks, roots, steps, narrow places, some views, and plenty of boulders for climbing or sitting while looking at the waterfall. For more information or to RSVP, contact Emily Vreeland (
emilyvree@aol.com).
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A Festive Holiday Lunch
Tuesday, December 11, 11:30 am
The December/Christmas meeting of the Episcopal Church Women (ECW) will be at Sylvia Peters’ home on Tuesday, December 11, from 11:30-1:30. All women in the church are invited to attend. If you have not signed-up, please bring a vegetable or a salad to share. Beverages will be provided. Sylvia’s address is 9178 Hemingway Circle, Knoxville, TN 37922.
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Sisterhood Christmas Party
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The Sisterhood Christmas Party
Monday, December 17, 6:00 pm
The Sisterhood has planned a Christmas Party at the home of Charlotte Wood. We will have heavy hors d’oeuvres, desserts, wine, and festive drinks. Please RSVP by December 3 to Charlotte Wood,
seebyrdfly@aol.com, or call 615-594-1781.
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Please Save the Date
Saturday, January 12, 1:00 pm
The baptism of Annalyse, the granddaughter of Anna Fraser and Doug Goode will be on Saturday, January 12, at St. Elizabeth’s Church in Farragut. The service will be at 1:00 pm and a reception will follow. Please come and join in one large family!
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One of the most requested items people ask the Ascension Pantry for is diapers. If you have little ones-as the white roses on our altar so often show-you know how important that item is. If you have an extra package or two, please consider donating them to the pantry when you stop by the FISH table at the Ministry Fair on December 2. All sizes will be joyfully welcomed. Thank you.
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