Why Red?

White is the liturgical color for the the Day of Penecost,

when the Holy Spirit came upon Jesus' Disciples.

PLEASE WEAR RED TO CHURCH THIS SUNDAY!

Also taking place until Pentecost is The Cross Project, a display of 39 handcrafted crosses made by parishioners. Look for them on the church windowsills.

Thank you for nourishing our spiritual life thru your art!

The appointment times for our new Ascension Pictorial Directory

are filling up fast!

BUT AN EXTRA DAY HAS BEEN ADDED!

And yes, you CAN have your picture taken with your pet!

Appointments are first-come, first-serve, so make yours today! 

PHOTO DATES & TIMES

Thursday, May 30 & Friday, May 31 --- 1-8pm

Saturday, June 1 --- 10am-6pm

Sunday, June 2 --- 11:30-5pm

NEW APPOINTMENT DAY ADDED --- Monday, June 3 at 1-8pm

New Pictorial Directory for Church of Ascension!

• We're growing and there are lots of new faces!
• Here's an opportunity to have a professional portrait made at no cost to you
• And get to know each other better!

Each participating household receives a complimentary 8x10 professional portrait and one printed directory. Additional quality family portraits are offered at competitive prices.

For appointments, call The Portrait Cafe: 1-877-896-9667 ext. 360 or click below!

All appointments must be made, or canceled, through The Portrait Cafe.

For other information,contact office@churchofascension.org or 727-447-3469.

We are looking for 6 volunteers to help out during the appointment times. As a thank you, volunteers will receive a $50 Portrait Café gift card towards the purchase of additional photos! Contact Susan Roberts at strillium18@gmail.com to volunteer.  

Foam Fun for Youth !

11:30-1:30pm Sunday May 26

After the 10am service, we will have water and foam fun on the church lawn, with a jousting pad, a water slide and foam truck! The activities will be for those in 1st grade through 12th grades (adults can participate in jousting too!) There will be lunch and drinks. Please contact Youth Minister Susan Katte susank@churchofascension.org if your youth would like to attend or with questions.

Volunteers needed!

Our preschool and elementary programs are taking off and we need to keep up!

Are you called to work with young ones?

We need volunteers to help in Kids Church and in the Nursery. Please contact Abby Talbot at abbyt@churchofascension.org or call/text 727-316-1279.

Vacation Bible School

July 8-12 at 9am-1pm

For children currently in grades K-5

Big thank you to the generous donors who have sponsored our entire week of VBS! There is no longer a fee for children to attend and we still have spots open.

The Chapel in the church provides some wiggle room with a play area, changing table, and snacks. Coloring book totes (in the Chapel window) offer something to do while sitting in the pew. Help yourself!

Kids Church is a program for children in K-5^th grade. It takes place during the 10am service.

Children will connect with their faith through lessons, discussions, music, and crafts!

If you have any questions or would like to volunteer for Kids Church, please contact Abby Talbot at abbyt@churchofascension.org or call/text 727-316-1279.

St. Theresa's Guild

1pm Monday, May 20

St. Theresa's Guild cares for our homebound members, keeping them in touch by calling, sending cards, delivering bouquets, and bringing home communion. If this a ministry that touches your heart, please stop by on Monnday.

Music at 8am Service is on Vacation in June and July

During the months of June and July, the 8am Sunday service will be spoken. Music will continue to be part of worship at 10am and 5pm. Please pray for our Music Director, Dr. Matt Estes, as he uses this time to attend Episcopal Church conferences and take vacation. Music will return to the 8am service in August, with singing and joy!

On two Sundays, June 30 and July 7, there will be ONE service at 10am.

 Summertime and the Singing is Easy!

9am Sundays May 26-Sept. 1

Our summer pickup Choir will be in session soon. Rehearsal takes place in the church before the 10am service. Simple anthems, no robes (just white top, black pants/skirt). Contact Matt Estes at MusicDirector@churchofascension.org

Father Leo's Bible Study 10am Tuesdays

The Book of Revelation: Father Leo leads the discussion of these prophetic visions that speak of God's sovereignty over human history and a future for a renewed and peaceful earth. 

Christian Yoga

10am Wednesdays only

A Christ-centered program in the church, with Scripture and prayer. $5 per class. Tuesday classes are canceled for the summer.