Church of the Ascension

Community Life Ministries

Knights of Columbus

An organization of Catholic men, ages 18+, whose ideals are based on the concepts of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism. We raise money for local charities, volunteer for local organizations, provide spiritual and financial support to the needy, promote the principles of youth and family, and are actively involved in church and community activities. Contact Person: Ed Hobbs 467-8115

Nursery

People willing to spend time in co-op Nursery to allow families with young children to attend liturgy on Sundays. Must have completed VIRTUS training and background check. Contact Person: Pat Roberts 490-1549

Office Volunteers

In our very busy parish office there is always the need for help, i.e., stuffing bulletins, preparing mailings, answering the telephone, and greeting people. Contact Person: Edna Constand 495-1886 ext. 10

Rainbows (Senior Citizens)

Meet 1st Monday for business meeting and 3rd Monday for a social and lunch out; and Spiritual days are held twice a year. Contact Person: Mary Wigandt 497-1739 mwigandt@aol.com

Newcomer Ministry

This year we will be instituting a new program to welcome newcomers to our parish…

…Registration Desk Volunteers to help “man” the Registration Desk before and after each weekend liturgy to welcome newcomers and handout registration material. Contact Persons: Gail & Carey Parker 471-8437

Welcoming Teams/Meetings - Volunteers willing to be in touch with new members with a visit and/or phone call; and help to host welcoming dessert meetings during the year. Contact: Mary Yanisko 486-3717

Pastoral Council

The Parish Council is an advisory group to the pastor that meets once a month (except July). The group discusses issues important to the parish and makes recommendations to church staff. Council has an annual 1-day retreat and assists staff with Holy Week services. Membership is a 4-year term by election in the Spring. Contact Person: Diana Novak-Blakeburn 671-8092

Starting Over

GriefShare – For the Widowed - Offering Seminars for widowed persons, during the year utilizing a structured program; workbooks, journals and videos. Sundays 6-9pm Conference Room Contact: Shirley Maume 497-6395 shirleym718@verizon.net

DivorceCare – For the Divorced or Separated – Offering Seminars during the year utilizing a structured program; workbooks, journals and videos. Sundays 6-8pm Conference Room Contact Person: Pat Hubbard 499-0843 butterfly15332002@yahoo.com

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