Summer Worship

Our worship schedule shifts to 8:30 and 10 a.m. English and 10 a.m. Spanish from Memorial Day to Labor Day. On Sundays when the planets align (meaning all the leader schedules work together) our 10 a.m. English service moves to the Memorial Gardens.

In June, we will gather for outdoor worship in the Memorial Gardens on June 14 and 21 at 10 a.m., weather permitting. Our 8:30 a.m. English service will continue to be inside for those who prefer the joy of air conditioning etc. Outdoor worship is informal and glorious in all the ways worshipping in the gift of the gardens should be. You are invited to bring your own chair though we have a few available and coffee is always available. Our outdoor worship is a great way to invite a friend, neighbor, or family member to experience Ascension with a simpler entry into our worship life. And the path to the Ash Garden is always worth a few extra minutes.

Senior Toweling

On Sunday, June 7, at all services we will offer our graduating seniors the ritual of toweling. Jesus says, “Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash one another’s feet.” John 13:14 is embroidered on each towel to remind our graduating seniors as they go out into the world, the call of God on their lives is one of service. It is always a bittersweet moment to place a towel on the shoulders of a senior as we bless and pray over them with family offering the laying on of hands around their shoulders – a mix of both joy and sadness at preparing for the next chapter in this journey of life. We give thanks to God for these celebrations and all that will come in the days ahead.

Sing for a Sunday June 21

Intergenerational Choir will sing on Sunday, June 21, and singers of all ages are invited to join us! We will meet for one rehearsal on Wednesday, June 17, from 6 to 6:30 p.m. and sing for 8:30 worship on Sunday, June 21. The song can be easily learned by listening and all are welcome! Email vicki@ascensionelca.org and say you’ll join us!