Coming up soon:
Back to School Blessing, Sunday, August 17, at the 9 a.m. Service
All students, teachers, and school faculty at any academic level, please bring your backpack or bag to be blessed for the year to come.
Godly Play Resumes for Ages 3 through 5th grade on Sunday, September 7, from 9-9:55 a.m.
See details under Sunday School Below.
Children’s Ministry at Ascension
Nursery (Age 4 & Under)
While children and infants are always welcome to be in church with their families, we offer a safe and friendly environment for infants and small children in our nursery at both the 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. services. Our trained attendants provide warm and gentle care for your little ones while you worship. Please note that Preschool and Kindergarten age children have their own Godly Play classroom, next to the nursery, during formation hour from 9-9:55 am. Parents will have the option to pick up their young children after Godly Play, or have them shepherded to the nursery during worship.
Sunday School (Ages 3 through 5th Grade)
Children from preschool through 5th grade learn the stories of the Old and New Testament through Godly Play, a Montessori-based curriculum that nurtures the innate spirituality of the child through storytelling, wonder, play, and fellowship. Our three classrooms (Preschool & Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd grade, and 3rd - 5th grade) bring the stories of God, God’s people, and the church to life in ways that engage the growing understandings of each age group.
We Value Family
Children, youth, and their families are valued members of our parish and we warmly welcome their presence and participation in our worship services. Children, teens, and their families serve as acolytes, lectors, ushers, greeters, intercessors, and chalice bearers. If your family would like to participate, please contact Tina Clark.
Pastoral Care to Youth and Families
Growing up and parenting are among the most complex and challenging parts of our lives, and I'm humbled to walk this sacred journey alongside Ascension families. Please reach out anytime with questions, suggestions, or to set up a chance to talk. I'd love to meet you here at the church or for a walk or a cup of coffee or tea. We can talk about parenting challenges, faith at home, grief and children, or whatever is on your heart.
Tina Clark, Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries