Ascension Church is committed to serve as a place of health, wholeness and healing for all people in the congregation and the communities which surround the church.  This congregation affirms the importance of health of the whole person - physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual - and offers programs which enhance learning, self care, support, service and worship.  Please join us!

WORSHIP & PRAYER

All worship services celebrate the healing power of faith, and special services which emphasize healing are also conducted at Ascension throughout the year.  Before Christmas, a Service of Light is offered for those who experience difficulty celebrating due to personal losses.

Healing Prayer

Stephen Ministers pray with those who desire private intercessory prayer during worship.

Lay Home Communion Ministry

First Sunday of each month, lay persons bring the sacrament to the homes of those people who are unable to be present in worship.

Prayer Chain

Committed lay persons pray each day for those who request prayer for themselves or on behalf of others.  All requests are confidential.  To submit a prayer request, please click here to send a message, call the church office, or email Prayerchain@Ascension-Church.org .

Prayer Shawl Ministry

A prayer shawl is intended to be a reminder of God's ever-present love which is as near to you as your own body is to your spirit.  It is a gift for every time and every occasion - joyful or sorrowful, for every season and circumstance of life - chosen or unchosen.  You are invited to share in creating prayer shawls.  No prior experience is needed, and a group will meet to create prayer shawls on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 1:00pm, and on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm.  To confirm monthly meeting dates and times, please be sure to check the Ascension Calendar.

STEPHEN MINISTRY

Stephen Ministry is a confidential lay caring ministry offered by this congregation to anyone experiencing one of life's transitions.  People who are facing loneliness, sadness, a loss caused by death of a loved one, loss of health or job, or an empty nest, will appreciate the caring presence of a Stephen Minister. 

To learn more about Stephen Ministry, please speak with Pastor, call the church office and leave a message, or contact Gail Price.

LEARNING

Safe Sitter Babysitting Classes

A medically accurate program that teaches adolescents aged 11 to 13 how to handle emergencies when caring for younger children.  This nationally recognized program teaches sitters how to have fun with children as well as how to recognize a medical emergency and know the appropriate actions to take.  Students also learn how to relate to specific ages and stages of development, injury prevention techniques, safety for a sitter and children, care of a choking child, preventing problem behavior, and the business of babysitting.  Call for the class schedule and to register.

CPR, AED & First Aid Training

Adults and youth 12 years of age and older learn basic life support skills.  Call for the class schedule.

SELF CARE

Blood Pressure Checks

One Sunday morning each month, no appointment needed; please see the church Events Calendar to find the next date.  Blood pressure checks are available throughout the week; please call the church office for information.

Flu/Pneumonia Prevention Program

Immunizations offered on a Sunday morning in the fall.

Yoga Monday Mornings

Treat yourself kindly by beginning the week with certified yoga instructor, Pat Constabileo.  The class is geared to beginning students, and people of all experience levels and ages are welcome.  Yoga helps us feel younger by promoting flexibility, coordination and balance.  Cost is $10 per session and scholarships are available.  Invite friends to join you, then bring a towel or yoga ma, wear comfortable clothing, and meet in the confirmation room K-L in the education wing.  You may enter through the north door.

SHARING

Blood Drives

Ascension hosts LifeSource blood drives several times each year at the church.  Veterans and first-time donors 16 years of age and older are invited.  Signing-up in advance is helpful, walk-in are always welcome.  Please see the church Events Calendar to find out the date of the next blood drive, and sign-up to donate online by going to the 'Donate Blood' form or directly with LifeSource.  Please use Ascension's code A225 when you register if donating at a LifeSource center.

SUPPORT

Bereavement Support

Offered to anyone who has experienced a personal loss.  Support can be provided individually or in a group setting.

Men's Cancer Support Group

Meets bi-monthly on Saturday mornings at Ascension.  Please call the church office to learn about scheduled dates.  Any man who has had a cancer experience is welcome to take part.

Women's Cancer Support Group

Meets one Tuesday of each month at 4:00 pm.  Any woman who has had a cancer experience is encouraged to come.  No advance notice is needed.  Please share this invitation with a woman who might benefit from knowing the group.

Lay Caring Ministry

Provide transportation to worship, medical appointments, visit homebound members, prepare meals.

Would you like more information about Health Ministry at Ascension?  Email Gail@Ascension-Church.org  to learn more about the ministries listed above or other health and wellness support available for members of the congregation or the community.