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About Us
We are Sierra Madre's village church, where all are welcome - from "town" and beyond. We are a place to meet God and your neighbors, serving Christ today for those who will know and serve Christ tomorrow. |
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UPCOMING SERVICES
January 19, 2025 - The Second Sunday after the Epiphany Eucharist - 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. “Your love, O Lord, reaches to the heavens, and your faithfulness to the clouds." (Psalm 36:5) Click HERE to view on Facebook LIVE (A Facebook account is not required to view the link.) SEE QUICK LINKS at right for the service bulletins and lessons. Based upon guidelines from the LA County Health Department and State authorities, we encourage those with heightened vulnerabilities to wear masks. Ascension offers Communion at the rail and provides the option of small glasses to be filled from the common cruet. Please note that the practice of intinction (where a parishioner dips the bread in the wine) is not permitted under the diocesan guidelines. For those impacted by the fires, here are some resources and opportunities to consider:
From Episcopal Relief and Development: Please give today to our Hurricane Relief Fund and help our partners and dioceses reach vulnerable communities devastated by hurricanes and other catastrophic storms. As we continue to assess ongoing needs in impacted areas, your urgent gift will enable us to respond now — and in the long run to aid in recovery. Click HERE to give. A PRAYER FOR PEACE IN THE HOLY LAND: Eternal God, in whose perfect kingdom no sword is drawn but the sword of righteousness, no strength known but the strength of love: So mightily spread abroad your Spirit, that all peoples may be gathered under the banner of the Prince of Peace, as children of one Father; to whom be dominion and glory, now and for ever. Amen. The Book of Common Prayer (page 815) Episcopal Relief and Development is mobilizing with Anglican agencies and other partners in order to provide humanitarian assistance to people fleeing the violence in Ukraine. Working through the Action by Churches Together Alliance (ACT Alliance), Episcopal Relief & Development will provide cash, blankets, hygiene supplies and other needed assistance. “Ecumenical and orthodox faith networks are on the ground in the border areas of Poland and Hungary,” said Abagail Nelson, executive vice president, Episcopal Relief & Development. “We will continue to coordinate with these networks, in order to meet the needs of people who have been displaced. ”Please pray for all those affected. Donations to Episcopal Relief & Development’s International Disaster Response Fund will provide humanitarian assistance for the crisis in Ukraine. Responding to Turkey and Syria: Many people have inquired about how to respond to the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. We all know that the recovery will take years, if not decades. One option is to contribute through Episcopal Relief and Development. They are working in concert with the Anglican Alliance and other European partners. Here is the link to their website: https://www.episcopalrelief.org Also, Vestry member Matt Gorman offers this consideration: “Acts 11:26 mentions Barnabas and Saul teaching in Antioch (aka, Antakya) which is where followers were first called “Christians” … according to Galatians 2:11, it was in Antioch where Paul confronted Peter “to his face”. It is sad to now see the tragedy in this birthplace of Christianity where the people have kept the faith alive for centuries, often in the face of persecution." The link for donations to the Antiochian diocese is HERE. A couple of other recent articles are below:
A Prayer for Ukraine: God of peace and justice, we pray for the people of Ukraine today. We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons. We pray for all those who fear for tomorrow, that your Spirit of comfort would draw near to them. We pray for those with power over war or peace, for wisdom, discernment and compassion to guide their decisions. Above all, we pray for all your precious children, at risk and in fear, that you would hold and protect them. We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace. Amen (Archbishops Justin Welby & Stephen Cottrell) |
QUICK LINKS
THIS SUNDAY: Father Michael will be celebrating and preaching at both services. The church will have power and most households have returned from evacuations.
MEMORIAL SERVICE: The funeral for Ross Kellock will be held on Friday, January 31st at 11:00 a.m. It will be available to watch on our Facebook Live page; see link to the left on this page. BETWEEN THE MASSES: The adult discussion group usually meets during the hour between the 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. services in Hawks Hall. MONTHLY "SPIRE" NEWSLETTER: Printed copies of the January Spire can be found at the back of the church and on the reception table in Hawks Hall, or read the newsletter HERE. 2025 OFFERING ENVELOPES are at the back of the church for those that requested them. THE TUESDAY NIGHT DINNER GROUP will gather at 6:00 p.m. on January 21st at The Only Place In Town, here in Sierra Madre. Please RSVP to Ray Smith at [email protected] or Ray's cell at (626) 233-1035. All are welcome. THURSDAY MORNING MASS will be held on January 23rd at 8:15 a.m. RECTOR'S FORUM will be held on January 23rd at 9:00 a.m. in the Rector's office. THE PARISH ANNUAL MEETING WILL BE HELD SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23rd, AFTER THE ONE SERVICE THAT DAY AT 9:30 A.M. This year the reports and financials will be available prior to the meeting either by email or on our website. Only a few printed copies will be available; please contact the parish office at least one week before the meeting if you'd like one. The canonically required roster of qualified electors will be published. 2025 ORDO / Episcopal Calendars are in! They are located on the reception table in Hawks Hall. A $5 donation is requested. FRIENDS IN DEED is lower than ever on food. Please join in Ascension's monthly collection of specific "Gold Items" including canned tuna and chicken, hearty soups, stew, chili, pasta and pasta sauce, peanut butter, cereal, rice, oil, sugar, flour, fruit juice, and vegetable juice (V8). ALTAR FLOWERS, SANCTUARY CANDLES, AND COFFEE HOUR SIGN-UP SHEETS are on the bulletin board outside Hawks Hall. Please note that due to increased costs, flowers are now $50 instead of $40. WEEKLY PRAYER: Almighty God whose son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ's glory, that he may be known, worshipped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen. |
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The Episcopal Church of the Ascension
25 East Laurel Ave Sierra Madre, CA 91024 Phone: 626-355-1133 Email: parish@ascension-sierramadre.com Sunday Schedule 8:00 a.m. - The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) 10:15 a.m. - The Holy Eucharist (Rite II, with music) Childcare is available at both services |
