Events
Where Are We?
Ascension is undergoing an extensive “purpose mapping” effort. The goal is to discern God’s call for us in the coming years. Over the past year we’ve had congregational surveys, engaged with Rocky Mountain Synod staff for an in-depth look at our ministries, participated in almost 70 individual interviews, and held two community panels. Through most […]
Posted on May 17, 2018 | Posted by Pastor Daniel
SUP May 17, 12 pm – 1:30 pm with Special Guest, Pastor Keith Hedstrom
We would like to invite you to our next SUP Gathering, this coming Thursday May 17, 12 pm – 1:30 pm. We’ll welcome Pastor Keith Hedstrom. He will share with us memorable stories of his time in the ministry. The main dish is provided, please bring a side dish or dessert to share. We hope you can join us […]
Posted on May 15, 2018 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
“Voices of Grief” Comes to Ascension
The Documentary Film – Voices of Grief, Honoring The Sacred Journey – shares a fresh perspective on the many ways we navigate successfully through grief or companion others along their journey. Wisdom from contemporary authors, grief experts and spiritual teachers is woven through personal stories of loss to explore the roles of community, compassion and […]
Posted on May 5, 2018 | Posted by Annie Saunders
A Night of Storytelling
Engage with the Ascension Lutheran community by spending an evening listening to stories! These are true-life tales told by our very own Ascension members and are sure to captivate. This will be a free-will offering event, and all proceeds will go to the Ascension Food Pantry. There will be food, wine, hors d’oeuvres, and fellowship […]
Posted on April 27, 2018 | Posted by Annie Saunders
SUP Gathering Thursday April 19, 12 pm – 1:30 pm: What to do with all the stuff?!
Wondering what to do with all the “stuff” in your garage…closets…basement…?! Join us for our next SUP Gathering, this coming Thursday April 19, 12 pm – 1:30 pm. We’ll welcome Denise Davis, professional organizer at Effective Organizing Solutions. With the annual garage sale just around the corner, and our recent adult education hour on downsizing, this is a great […]
Posted on April 16, 2018 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
God’s Work, Our Backyard – Community Panels
Ascension is seeking to better understand the many ways God is at work in this city and the many ways we are being called to care for our neighbors. To do that, we’ve invited community leaders to share their joys, concerns and hopes for Colorado Springs. All are invited to attend two panel discussions on […]
Posted on April 4, 2018 | Posted by Pastor Daniel
Save the Date for DayCamp 2018
Save the Date for Rainbow Trail Lutheran Day Camp! The Board of Parish Education is hosting RTLC Day Camp Monday June 18 – Thursday June 21, 9 AM – 12 PM. Day Camp will wrap up with an ice cream social on June 21 at noon. Please join us for an exciting week of arts […]
Posted on April 2, 2018 | Posted by Annie Saunders
Holy Week – One Story Lived Over Many Days
Some things are too big to fit into one day. Some things are too rich to be grasped in one sitting. Some things are too true to be understood, they must be lived. And so we enter into Holy Week, one story told and lived over many days. We began among a people filled with […]
Posted on March 27, 2018 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
New Lights
The old lights are coming down quickly. Our sanctuary remodel is beginning. Pr. Dan
Posted on February 19, 2018 | Posted by Pastor Dan Holt
February SUP with Special Guest, Susan Coffey, Certified Death Midwife
Next SUP, Thursday February 15, 12 pm – 1:30 pm. Main dish will be provided and please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Special guest, Susan Coffey will offer an eye-opening glimpse into her world as a certified Death Midwife and an effort she’s leading in the city called Death Cafes. These are groups […]