Posts from Mary Stoneback
Sanctuary Church: What Does this Mean?
On Sunday October 6 and 13, the pastors will lead two Adult Sunday School hours focused on what it means to be a Sanctuary Church. The ELCA Social Statement: Church in Society reads, The witness of this church in society flows from its identity as a community that lives from and for the Gospel. Faith […]
Posted on September 27, 2019 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
School Kits for Lutheran World Relief
Every student needs paper, utensils & so many more supplies to be able to study & learn. Youth recently assembled & prayed over 100 school kits today that Lutheran World Relief will send out to benefit children all across the world who cannot afford school supplies & without them, cannot afford school. Thanks goes to […]
Posted on September 25, 2019 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
Campfire Worship & S’mores 9/25, 6:30 pm
Need a break that refreshes the soul? This coming Wednesday September 25 at 6:30 pm we’ll have a relaxed time of worship on the back patio around a campfire. Come & sing some songs, pray & hear personal reflections of faith. Then stay after the service as you are able to enjoy continued fellowship & […]
Posted on September 23, 2019 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
Millennial Generation Celebration, 9/29, 9:15 am
God has composed the body, the church, so that every member is significant. At Ascension, we’re lifting up the unique voices and gift of each generation through Generation Celebrations. Next up? The Millennials, those born between 1981 – 1996. A little background history about Generation Celebrations at Ascension Lutheran Church. The Faith Formation for Maturing […]
Posted on September 20, 2019 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
8am-er OR 10:30am-er?
Did you know that Ascension Lutheran Church has two churches? You’re right, we don’t! However, we do have 8 am-ers and 10:30 am-ers. Translation? We have members who traditionally attend the 8 am worship service and those who attend the 10:30 am service, rarely the two shall meet. Which worship-er are you? This coming Sunday […]
Posted on September 18, 2019 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
SUP September Gathering: Ryana Holt shares of her time serving in South America
Our fall SUP gatherings will begin this coming Thursday with special guest, Ryana Holt. Come and hear about Ryana’s time teaching English and accompanying the church in Chile on behalf of the ELCA Global Mission (YAGM). The main dish will be provided. As you are able, please bring a side dish and dessert to share. We […]
Posted on September 16, 2019 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
Do What You Do
Sometimes we’re slow to acknowledge the gifts in us that others see so obviously. Why? Because it’s what we do, it’s who we are. Music, service, encouragement, writing…they’re innate gifts which God has given us for the building up of the body of Christ. 1 Corinthians 12:4-7 Join Pastor Daniel Smith for a two-week educational […]
Posted on September 14, 2019 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
#neverforget
Eighteen years ago, I was a Sophomore in college getting ready to go to Music Theory. I remember seeing images of the destruction on the North Tower of the World Trade Center on television and then in disbelief witnessing the second plane hit the South Tower. Classes were canceled which felt odd to me. I […]
Posted on September 11, 2019 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
Family Promise Annual Fundraiser
Did the cover photo catch your attention? It did me, but not as much as the following statistic. Did you know that this year more than 2.5 million children will experience homelessness? That’s a huge number, with a huge need and you can help to decrease that number. Join walkers and runners this coming Sunday […]
Posted on September 6, 2019 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
What do you hear?
Our lives are filled with noise. Classroom chatter, lectures, meetings, Netflix, video games, the list continues. When is the last time you stopped and just listened? In the silence, what did you hear? Sometimes it might feel intimidating to be silent and the noise in our minds feels unbearable. But if we make room for […]
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