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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
May 18, 2025 - The Fifth Sunday of Easter Services at 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. "Hallelujah! Praise the LORD from the heavens; praise him in the heights." (Psalm 149:1) A word of caution – there are quite a few folks who are having respiratory issues of a variety of kinds. Please, if you are having any symptoms, please stay home, and we will bring Communion to you. This would be a kindness to the vulnerable in our congregation. 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 Deacon Ed will be preaching.
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. THE TUESDAY NIGHT DINNER GROUP will gather together at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 20th at The Only Place In Town, 110 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre. Please RSVP to Ray Smith at [email protected] or Ray’s cell phone # 626-233-1035. All are welcome. THURSDAY MORNING MASS will be held on May 22nd at 8:15 a.m. in the Chapel. RECTOR'S FORUM will be held on May 22nd at 9:00 a.m. in the Rector's office. MONTHLY "SPIRE" NEWSLETTER: Printed copies of the May Spire can be found at the back of the church and on the reception table in Hawks Hall, or read the newsletter HERE. 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, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal life; through Jesus Christ your son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and 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 |
