The Episcopal Church of the Ascension offers praise and thanksgiving to God in worship, fellowship, formation, pastoral care, outreach, and by being present in the larger church, our community and the lives of our loved ones and neighbors.

ANNUAL PARISH MEETING 

January 29, 2012   - 9:15 a.m.   

	Worship is the focus of what brings us together as a community of faith; it also requires the regular efforts of many people, both adults and children, in order to give full voice to our praise of God. At Ascension there are a number of ways in which members may give of themselves to the ministry of our worship life.
Development in Christian faith and practice is a lifelong process. We are always moving toward becoming the person God calls us to be. Formation is therefore for all ages; it takes place chiefly through education, study, worship, and prayer but is also found through our mutual support of one another.
	Our clergy share responsibility for providing support to those who find themselves going through times of difficulty or crisis. Trained lay members of the parish assist with this ministry.
It is part of the mission of the Church in all places to work for the relief of the poor, the sick, and the powerless. Ascension reaches out to others in a number of ways.
	Fellowship is our community coming together through food, fun, and friendship
Ascension seeks to be a community which reflects the loving presence of God in Sierra Madre. We do this through the maintenance, enhancement, and use of our historic buildings and grounds and through the welcome we extend to those seeking a place of rest and renewal.