Welcome to the October Newsletter with lots of exciting activities as we head into Autumn.
Eco Themed Board Games
Come along to a Board Game afternoon Sun 5th Oct 1pm . We’ll be playing games with an environmental theme and suitable for ages 4+.
Omega Course
This is a six session course helping older people face some of the key issues which come later in life. It starts on 9th Oct from 1:30 to 3:30pm. Signup on the church website or contact the office.
Edge Crew Re-starting
Edge Crew is our fortnightly Sunday get-together at The Community Centre, Townhill Park. Join us to meet new friends along with a meal to share. Everybody is welcome to this family service. October services are 12th & 26th 4-6pm
Youth Worship
On the Mon 20th Oct 6:30pm we are hosting an evening for youth of all ages to join in worshipping God. Our youth band will lead us in sung worship and there will be space for other forms of creative worship.
Light Party
Our annual Light Party will be on the 31st Oct from 4-6pm for children and families. There’ll be food, games, and lots of fun and surprises. We need volunteers to make this event happen, so please talk to Jo.
Wreath Making Workshop
We will holding two Wreath making evenings on Tue 25th and Wed 26th of November. Please sign up via the website or contact the office for a ticket. Tickets are selling out fast.
My time to chat: Living Well Partnership
Weekly drop in sessions every Tuesday from 2-4pm. Come along to chat, meet new people, play a board game and enjoy a hot drink and a snack. Just turn up – no need to book.
Market Place
Market Place is going well, but we need need more Volunteers—please contact the church office
Ascension grounds: Work party
Sat Nov 1st, 10-12 noon: We are looking for help to tidy the garden for the winter. Please sign up on the church website or email: gracegroup@ascensionsouthampton.co.uk
Christmas dates for the diary
Is it too early to mention Christmas? Here are some key dates for your diary: Christmas Party 6th Dec, Christingle & Carols by candlelight 14th Dec, Crib Service & Midnight mass on the 24th, and lastly Christmas Day at 10am. All dates and times will be on our website.
Upcoming regular events
More information on all our events are available on our website
Evening Services Every Sunday 7pm-8:30pm
An evening Service with a mix of video talks, group discussions, prayer, and sung worship.
Tuesday Prayers Every Tuesday 12:30-1:00pm
We meet in the Ascension worship space during the term-time to pray for our church and community.
Morning Prayer Every Wednesday 6:30-7:30am
A time of morning prayer and worship for our city. Hosted by Ascension but open to all.
Dad’s Lego Breakfast Saturday 4th Oct 10am-12pm
For dads to connect and spend quality time with their kids with lots of lego. £1 entry per person.
Men’s Breakfast Saturday 15th Nov, 8.30-10am
A breakfast social for the men from our church and community. Tickets £5 via Ascension website. Dave Merrington, former Southampton FC assistant manager will give a talk and testimony.
Half Hour of Prayer for Townhill Park 2nd Oct 10:30-11am
Time of prayer for Townhill Park
Ascension Ladies Group 3rd and 17th Oct: 2-3:30pm
A social group for ladies in our community. On the 3rd Oct Simon will be give an update on Townhill Park and on the 17th there will be a chair exercises for health and flexibility.
Finally, we want to leave with you with a verse from Galatians 6:9-10: “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.“
God Bless,
Ascension Staff Team