If you are looking for a church home, we welcome you to join our family here. 
We believe that you will find us to be a warm, diverse, generous, and loving congregation. Our mission is to reach out to you with the hospitality each of us has received from God. Together we seek to model the creative energy of God, embody the forgiving love of Christ, and pursue the transforming joy of the Spirit. Come to hear more about God’s purpose for you – 
and for Ascension Lutheran Church.

One Service at 10:00 a.m. for Sunday Morning Worship  
We have one Sunday morning worship service with Holy Communion at 10:00 a.m.

Rally in the Valley XV- Lutheran Seniors Assembly February 15-16
Lutheran Seniors will gather at La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church in Scottsdale February 15-16  for the 15th annual Lutheran Seniors Assembly- Rally in the Valley.  Stimulating speakers: Pastor Steve Cornils, Pastor Carol Peters, Pastor Steve Holm, Pastor Mairlyn Ascarza, and Bishop Emeritus Howie Wennes will explore the theme "Have You Not Known? Have You Not Heard- The Book of Faith."  Great music, special worship, lots of interest sessions, exhibits and coffee.  Registration and information is available in the church office or online at www.lutheranseniors.org.  Bring your Bible!

Margi Gras Tuesday, February 16th 4:00 p.m.
Let the Good Times Roll!
On Tuesday, February 16th from 4 to 6 PM in fellowship hall, the Ascension Altar Guild will host a Mardi Gras party. Bring your own drinks and appetizers to share, and canned or boxed food for the Mount of Olives Food Pantry.  Bring a neighbor or friend along and join us for the celebration!   The annual Mardi Gras festivities start on January 6, the Twelfth Night Feast of the Epiphany, when the three kings visited baby Jesus, and build to a climax on Fat Tuesday, which always occurs on the day before Ash Wednesday.  No need to RSVP, just show up and CELEBRATE!

Ash Wednesday, February 17th 
Chapel Time with Preschool   9:30 a.m.
Personal Individual Confession and Forgiveness is available at  6:15 p.m.
Worship with Imposition of Ashes 7:00 p.m.

Jazz Vespers Friday, February 19th 7:00 p.m.
Jazz Vespers performs at Ascension on February 19th at 7:00 p.m..  Valley jazz lovers will appreciate the musical talents of recording artist and pianist Bob Ravenscroft, the well-known sounds of Dwight Kilian’s upright bass, and the innovative percussion of Rob Moore on drums. These artists create a musical backdrop for the spoken word of Rev. Richard Parrish who weaves Scripture and meditative observations into the music, creating an environment that nourishes the soul with prayerful reflection. Mario Barnabe’s visual images complete the artistic experience by complementing the musical themes and bringing focus and clarity to selected Scriptures.  Free of charge and open to the public, Ascension welcomes these renowned musicians and artists as part of Music Serving the Word, a national ministry fusing the arts and faith. Bring a guest and enjoy an evening of  jazz by these gifted musicians.

Midweek Lenten Worship begins Wednesday, February 24th 
Join us for midweek worship with the Morning Prayer service on Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. throughout the season of Lent, followed by a soup lunch in Fellowship Hall.