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Children’s Choir
The Children’s Choir practice continues Sunday following the 10:30 service. It will be 15-20 minutes in the sanctuary, and parents are welcome to mingle outside. There will be one additional rehearsal on May 5th, before they sing at the Mother’s Day service on May 12th.The choir is open to children’s/youth grades K through 12.
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Mothers Day Chapel and Tea
The Parish is cordially invited to the Mother’s Day Chapel on May 10th. Chapel is held in the church and then followed by the Mother’s Day Tea , which is held in the school courtyard. Come be a part of this wonderful reason to celebrate.
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Calling all SUPERHEROES!
Support West Houston Assistance ministries at their Annual Spring Dash on May 18th to run and fight hunger and poverty in Houston! Dress in your fanciest cape and/or superhero outfit and run or walk our 5K/1K. Everyone is invited to this in person race, kids, colleagues, and neighbors! Those who register receive a finisher medal, T-shirt, bib and a swag bag filled with goodies and sponsor gifts! After your heroic run and fight against poverty (POW!), all superheroes will enjoy food, drinks, fun activities, and raffles that will be available for them. Super Pets on leashes are also welcome. Your support (registration, sponsorship, or donation) helps raise funds to provide critical assistance to individuals and families who need food and financial help and provide individuals with training and education for better job opportunities. Sign-up HERE.
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Graduate Recognition Sunday
Family and Friends, share your good news! On May 19, 2023, Ascension will honor high school, specialty programs, technical school, and college/grad school graduates. This is a very special occasion in your family member's faith journey, so mark your calendars and plan to attend the 10:30am service. We need to hear from you by May 13th with the student's name and a short bio including future plans to be printed in the bulletin. Please email the church office with the names of any family members or friends of Ascension who are Spring 2024/Dec 2023 graduates.
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Wear Red!
We will celebrate the gifts of the spirit on Pentecost Sunday. Pentecost is the celebration of the giving of the Holy Spirit to the whole church, the breaking down of walls between us and the sustaining grace calling into union with each other all around the world!!! We ask that you wear red to celebrate this day.
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Baptisms
Our next baptism will be held on Pentecost Sunday, May 19, during the 10:30 service. If you, your child, or someone you know is ready for Baptism or would like to learn more, please contact Fr. Mark at mark@ascensionepiscopalchurch.org. The baptism application can be found on the website or you can have it sent to you; then fill it out and return it by mail, email, or dropping it in the plate. Ascension will be honored to welcome you to a life of grace through Christ our Lord.
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Pentecost Celebration
We will be celebrating Pentecost Sunday with a fabulous POTLUCK lunch!! Break out your secret recipes and bring a delicious treat to share. Bring savory dishes, casseroles, salads, and desserts . What ever your heart desires! Mark your calendars and be sure to join us in celebration of the descent of the Holy Spirit!
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Whitsunday
Pentecost is also Whitsunday. In accordance with Canon 14.2 of the Diocese each parish is asked to make an offering for the Episcopal Endowment Fund on that date. If you would like to contribute, please use the labeled white envelopes designated for this fund. Checks written directly to the Diocese will be forwarded; checks written to Ascension with “Endowment Fund” in the memo line will be recorded and one large check sent from Ascension.
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Women's Tuesday Bible Study, 1pm
The Women's Tuesday Bible Study is a group of amazing women, led by amazing women. Join these ladies every Tuesday at 1pm! Toyin Agboola guides this Bible Study in a safe trustworthy setting as they learn about the Bible. Julie Collins keeps things organized on the administration side, sending out emails, reminders, and the weekly Zoom link. You can contact her at collins_collins@comcast.net and she will happily get you into the swing of things, or just come by!!
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Tuesday Night Bible Study
We are studying the Book of Acts every Tuesday at 6:30pm in the Church Library, and for those who are unable to join us in person, use the zoom link:
Zoom Link for Tuesday Night Bible Study , which can be used for ALL of the Tuesday Night Bible Study Classes. The two books needed for this class “Acts for Everyone Study Guide” by N.T. Wright and “Acts for Everyone, Part One” by N. T. Wright are available on Amazon (links below).
I hope you join us and do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. -God's Peace, Fr. Mark+
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Sunday School for All Ages
Sunday School resumes. Both Children's Sunday School with Miss Allison Garcia in the upstairs Sunday School room and Adult Christian Education, downstairs in the church library, are back after the holiday break. The Adult Class will continue to have an online option for those who are unable to be present in person.
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Lunch with Friends
Thank you very much to the men and women who have cook for the residents of the Mission. They appreciate you and we appreciate you. There is always room for more members to join this ministry. They meet the first Saturday of every month at the Mission of Yahweh and are organized by Michelle Feagin. Please contact her for more information and to answer your questions.
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Fill the Box
Don’t forget to your non perishable donations for WHAM. Let’s fill the box! Crackers and cheese, fruit cups, canned meat, and canned ravioli are very helpful items. Canned soup and veggies, PB&J, and rice and beans are always needed staples.
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WHAM Recycling Center
The recycling station in the Parish Hall accepts paper and plastic bags, egg cartons, condiments, and individually wrapped plastic ware. These items are donated to WHAM and are an excellent way to keep usable items out of landfills. However, we cannot accept newspapers, aluminum cans or plastic bottles, please do not leave these items to be thrown away. You are encouraged to find other ways to recycle these items.
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Give the Gift of Sight
All year long, we collect eyeglasses, cases, sunglasses, frames, and lenses -- all things related to vision for donation. In late January/early February, Constance O’Brien delivers this year long assembly of eyewear to the Lion's Club in honor of National Eye Month. These glasses are then repaired and distributed in the US and around the world to those in need. The collection box is located near the WHAM food donation bin.
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Please visit the following sites to stay up to date on the activities and on-goings of the ministries we support as they continue their vital missions to help those in need.
WHAM - whamministries.org
Mission of Yahweh - missionofyahweh.org
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