Ascension Happenings November 08, 2026

Happenings at Ascension!

November 15, 2026

www.AscensionEpiscopalChurch.org

Celebrating and Preaching

with us this Sunday:

The Rev. Trent Pettit

Salvation Army Christmas - “Forgotten Senior” Program

Thank you!!

All bags have been claimed!!

Bags need to be returned by Sun, Nov. 29th, for the blessing. The Salvation Army will then be picked up by the Salvation Army and distributed to the neediest of “Forgotten Seniors.”

(A “Forgotten Senior” is an older person who meets the federal minimum poverty guidelines and is not registered with the Salvation Army with any program. They have fallen thru the cracks and in many cases have no advocates, hence the term “Forgotten Seniors.”)

Thank you for the continued the success of this program!

Mahjongg with the Moms

AESOP Moms' Night Out fundraiser, “Mahj in the Nest” is an all women welcome, child free night out for anyone who wants to play or learn to play Mah Jongg. It will be held on Wed, Nov 18, in the Parish Hall, with wine and light bites included, and every ticket includes a raffle entry! All skill levels are welcome. Please purchase tickets HERE. This adults-only

night supports our school and the experiences we give our children! Questions? Email aesop@aeshouston.org

Vestry Nominations

Do you know a person who has demonstrated a passion for Ascension and shown themselves to be a leader? We are currently taking nominations of people you think will be good vestry members; include their name, and what you think qualifies them for this leadership position. According to Diocesan regulations, nominees must be confirmed members in good standing (18 years old or older). Please use this form to complete your nomination. Thank you for your help in this process which is vital to the ongoing life of Ascension.

Nominations

Christmas Music Underwriters

Make an offering to help underwrite the Christmas Guest Musicians. You may dedicate your the gift in memory of, in honor of, in thanksgiving for, etc., and the contribution will be acknowledged in the Christmas orders of service. Thank you for your support of the Music Department. The deadline for the printed dedications is December 21st.

Make a Musical Contribution

Christmas Poinsettia Offerings

Please donate and dedicate a poinsettia, simply sign the flower chart in the narthex and write your dedication in the binder. Dedications may be made in honor of someone, in memory of someone or in thanksgiving for all the wonderful things that God has put in your life. The cost is $25, but any donation amount is welcome. Any questions can be directed to the office. The deadline for the printed dedications is December 21st.

Donate a Poinsettia

Join us Every Sunday for the Children’s Bridge Worship

at 10:30 a.m.

Each Sunday, we continue to invite our youngest worshippers a dedicated children's time during the service. They simply follow the service leaders from the front of the church to the narthex for a special service, and they return at the Peace. This is one more way we welcome and support young families at Ascension!

Small Groups

Interested in joining a neighborhood small group at Ascension? We’re exploring the idea of putting two types of groups—mixed-age and young-family—that would bring together people from Ascension Church and School and St. John the Divine for Bible study, prayer, meals, friendship, and service. This is also a great opportunity to invite our neighbors to share life with us at Ascension. We will provide curriculum (conversational teaching on the Book of Acts) and discussion questions. Interested or know others who would be? Contact Rev. Trent: tpettit@sjd.org

Ascension Renewal Prayer Group

The members of the Ascension and St John the Divine Prayer Group meet in the church library from 12:15 to 12:45 on Tuesday prior to the Ladies Bible Study. ALL are welcome and encouraged to attend, so if you are nearby, on your lunch break, or have a free moment, PLEASE meet in the church library from 12:15 to 12:45. We have provided a Zoom link to those who would like to join but can’t do so in-person. Click HERE!! Hope to see you there!

Christian Formation

Tuesday Ladies Bible Study!

All Ladies are welcome! They meet each Tuesday at 1pm in the church library and look forward to seeing some new faces. Click HERE to join the meeting!