Posts from Mary Stoneback
Family Promise Walk, October 15
It’s not too late to join in this year’s Family Promise Walk, Sunday October 15. Meet at Grace & St. Stephens at 601 N. Tejon St., at 1 p.m. and the walk begins at 1:30 p.m. This family fun event is great for all ages with two walk routes: 1 mile or 5K (3.1 miles). 100% […]
Posted on October 10, 2017 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
Celtic Spirituality – PILLAR Course 3081 @ ALC
OCTOBER PILLAR COURSE 3081 Celtic Spirituality. Join us at ALC Wednesday October 11, 1 pm – 3 pm for course 3081. What is Celtic Christianity? It sits alongside the Orthodox and Roman traditions as one of the earliest Christian traditions. Yet, for the most part it remains misunderstood and unknown. In this session, we will explore Celtic Christianity and […]
Posted on October 9, 2017 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
Painting Squares…
The Middle School youth are painting squares and they’re as unique as the artist painting them. Check-out this video glimpse from today’s MS Sunday School hour and a word from the teachers and class about the project. Thank you to High School youth, Anika Hagen, for capturing this report on video!
Posted on September 24, 2017 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
Having THE Conversation – A Video Invite to SUP Sept. 21, 12 pm – 1:30 pm
Join Roger Butts, Penrose St. Francis Chaplain as he explains why and how “Having THE Conversation” about Advance Medical Planning is so important for you and your family to do together before an emergency happens. Advance Medical Planning allows you to determine who can make medical decisions for you in the event you are not […]
Posted on September 18, 2017 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
Video Glimpse of today’s Small Group kick-off for Reformation
Today marked the kick-off for small group in commemoration of our 500th Anniversary of the Reformation. Groups, led by Ascension members will discuss basic concepts of our faith through the book, Reclaiming the “L” Word by Kelly A. Fryer. The groups will meet for four weeks beginning this week on Monday, Wednesday or Thursday throughout […]
Posted on September 17, 2017 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
A glimpse of Rally Day Sunday 2017
This past Sunday, September 10, the Sunday School teachers and members of Board of Parish Education offered the children of Ascension a special Reformation Rally Day Sunday. The board’s gifted leaders and members are always looking for ways to offer the children experiential learning, which connects their life and faith in God. Thank you to […]
Posted on September 12, 2017 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
God’s Work Our Hands 2017 Video
Today was a special day as the six ELCA Rocky Mountain Synod congregations of Colorado Springs teamed to serve throughout the community in God’s Work Our Hands Sunday. “God’s work. Our hands.” Sunday is an opportunity to celebrate who we are as the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America – one church, freed in Christ to serve […]
Posted on September 10, 2017 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
Intersections
Over the Labor Day weekend, I had the opportunity to have a conversation with someone which changed my perspective on life. It happened quite expectantly, while capturing video of a bell tower at a local church. As I focused on the bell tower, I heard a man’s voice in the distance apologizing. Confused, I put […]
Posted on September 6, 2017 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
Seeds of Faith
As I entered the hallway to the Children’s Learning Center this early morning, I was greeted by eager hellos and smiles of the youngest of the Center, the Pre-Kindergartners. It’s a new year, with many new faces. As I respond to the kind waves and give my salutations to the children, I realize I am […]
Posted on August 31, 2017 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
We’re Better Together!
Last night, middle school youth and their families met for a Confirmation Orientation meeting. It marks the beginning of a new year of faithful learning, fellowship, service and fun together. This year, it also marks the expansion of the program. We are grateful to be connecting with the leadership, youth and families of two other […]