Lent at Ascension
A new season. The season of Lent, which begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5, prepares us for the great mystery of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ our Lord, the central event of the church year and the theological core of the Christian faith. For 40 days (omitting Sundays), we are invited to recall Christ’s fasting and faithfulness in the wilderness through prayer and practice as we contemplate God’s loving and persistent presence in our lives and the life of the world. As winter turns to spring (the word Lent comes from the Old English lencten, the lengthening of days that mark springtime), Lent offers us the hopeful and solemn task of experiencing God’s mercy and salvation in a sinful and fallen world. We invite you to join us.
Please join us for Lent at Ascension every Sunday at 10 a.m. for our live streamed service on our website homepage and YouTube channel. Below, please find the many other Lenten events and opportunities at Ascension along with additional Lenten resources.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Join us for the annual Shrove Tuesday pancake supper on Tuesday, March 4. Drop by anytime between 5 and 7 p.m. for delicious pancakes (gluten free will also be available) and fun fellowship for all ages. Historically, Shrove Tuesday was the last time to eat fat, butter, and eggs – the ingredients used in pancakes that many people decided to fast from during Lent. In French, it’s called Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday! The cost is $10 per person/$30 family maximum. To pay online, click here and choose “pancake supper” in the drop down menu.
Ash Wednesday Services
March 5, 2024 at noon and 7 p.m.
We will offer the Ash Wednesday liturgy, including the imposition of ashes and Holy Communion in the church at noon and 7 p.m., with music at the 7 p.m. service.
Wednesday Night Lenten Suppers
On Wednesday nights during Lent (March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9), join us for Lenten Suppers from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Supper begins at 5:30 p.m., and programming for all ages takes place from 6-6:30 p.m. SONshine singers will rehearse with Cindy Lindeen-Martin, while older youth and adults will explore the Passion of Christ: Drama, Music and Art. Can’t make it to supper, but want to come to the program? Great! Can’t stay for programming, but want to come for an easy supper? Please come! The cost is $10 per person/$30 family maximum. Nursery will be available for ages 0-3. To pay online, click here and choose “Lenten Supper” in the drop down menu.
Women’s Retreat (Saturday, April 5, 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
Join Cheryl at Downing House in Englewood for an inspiring and informative Women’s Lenten retreat where we will share a half day of Fellowship and Freedom, Exploring forgiveness and healthy relationships with strategies that work! Come together to meet other women of the parish and be guided by Cheryl and our guest speaker, Jenny Clift, who is coming from Madrid, Spain, to share her wisdom. Cost is $100 (scholarships available), including breakfast and lunch. Contact Cheryl at cheryl@ascensiondenver.org for more information. Click here to register.
Men’s Executive Coaching Workshop
On Sunday, April 6, from 11:15 am to 12:15 pm: Ever wanted to work with an Executive Coach? Ever had issues dealing with conflict or would like to be better equipped to handle it? Join coach Jenny Clift for a men-only session on Coping with Conflict. Using a technique called EFT (which is now used to treat PTSD), Jenny has worked with professionals both in Europe and the USA and is looking forward to sharing her knowledge with us.
Lent Suggested Readings
The Disciple’s Way: Daily Reflections for Lent reissues the call to individuals and the wider church to practice seven steps of discipleship: turn, follow, learn, pray, serve, worship, and share.
Walking with God: The 40-day fitness program and biblical journey by Anna Fitch Courie