Family Faith Ministry

Ascension’s Family Faith Ministry welcomes all families. We strive to connect families to other parishioners and the parish community. We celebrate together and share our encounters with Christ even in the ordinary moments of our lives. We value the importance of the relationship we have with God and help each other nurture this friendship. We uplift and support parents as a community in their role of raising the next generation of Catholics. We inspire families to be Christ to others in the world. We understand life is messy and embrace everyone where they are in life’s journey.

Welcome – Invite – Nurture

Welcome – Embracing families and connecting them to parish community. We want each family that attends Church of the Ascension to not only feel like they are welcomed in the community, but also that they belong here. This is their parish home. This is a safe place for them to be supported and loved. A church where they can experience the presence of Christ in the Liturgy and its members.

Invite – Providing a variety of opportunities that meets the needs of each family. Each family is unique. That is why we offer personalized guidance with at home faith practices and community involvement.

Nurture – Helping parents pass on our faith to the next generation within the messy, busy, hectic lives of families. Every family is unique, and we walk with each family on their faith journey.

We Invite You to Try One of These:

Sacrament Preparation

Receiving the Sacraments of Initiation gives us more opportunities to experience the presence of Christ in our lives. You or your child may wish to prepare to receive the sacraments. We have ongoing preparation for:

Infant and Child Baptism
First Reconciliation
Confirmation (Restored Order)
First Eucharist

Adult Ongoing Faith Formation

Knowledgeable parents and adults from the parish community are needed to help young people experience God in their lives. Maybe it has been a long time since being at Catholic school and we need a refresher course, or we are looking for something more. All adults are invited to explore our ongoing adult opportunities.

Family Outings

Throughout the year opportunities for outdoor activities are scheduled like hiking, biking, and picnics. These provide ways for us to strengthen and build our relationships as a parish community.

Vacation Bible School

Summertime is our time to throw a big bash with Vacation Bible School! Every year brings a new theme with ways to have fun and celebrate the Love our God has for us. There is a place for everyone, adults, youth, and children, to join the fun.