Posts from Annie Saunders
CLC School Supplies & Blessing of the Backpacks–August 7th
Believe it or not, it is that time of year again–back to school! Parents agree that school supply shopping can be stressful, what with school lists dictating numerous, and very specific, materials required. However, for some families it’s not only the specifications of those lists–it’s how much the items on them cost. Ascension believes students […]
Posted on August 2, 2016 | Posted by Annie Saunders
Paint Party
On July 24th, Ascension came together to fundraise in an unique way–by Paint Party! Participants relied on their creative side to design greeting cards at a cost of $30, to which all funds went to the Children’s Learning Center for new Bibles. The event produced $985, including donations. 36 Action Bibles for kids grades 2-5 […]
Posted on July 28, 2016 | Posted by Annie Saunders
Connecting States in Service July 16-22
If you’ve seen a huge gaggle of unfamiliar teenagers wandering around our church or filling Ascension’s social media, you’re most likely looking at the youth and chaperones of Lord of Life Lutheran Church from Kenosha, Wisconsin. Following the theme of Psalm 139 “Fearfully and Wonderfully Made,” Lord of Life is visiting us for a […]
Posted on July 21, 2016 | Posted by Annie Saunders
A Simple Religion
“It is not good asking for a simple religion. After all, real things are not simple.” —C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity This statement might cause you to jolt in your chair and spill your coffee. If so, congratulations–that was C.S. Lewis’ goal all along. I’m only sorry your lap stings from hot beverage spillage! When I […]
Posted on July 1, 2016 | Posted by Annie Saunders
Bells and Veterans
Recently, our Ascending Praises Bell Choir performed at Bruce McCandless Veteran’s Home in Florence, CO. They proclaimed it an “awesome” experience and especially enjoyed playing and singing the National Anthem with the veterans. Thanks Bell Choir for all you do, and the lovely music you share! Also, cool tank.
Posted on June 13, 2016 | Posted by Annie Saunders
Babies Yay!
The Ascension community has been blessed with a lot of new life recently, and we celebrate that! We’ve asked parents to tell us more about their babies, so we can all get a glimpse into the people they’re developing into. Special thanks to the families who sent in the pictures and fun facts. Enjoy! […]
Posted on June 4, 2016 | Posted by Annie Saunders
The Good Samaritan Retold
“‘Hear, O Israel! The Lord our God is one Lord; and you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind, and with all your strength. The second is this–you shall love your neighbor as yourself. There is no commandment greater than these.” –Mark […]
