Ascension
Mission Integration
Vocation. Community. Ministry.
Prayers & Reflections for the
Month of April
Today, we celebrate the beginning of the fifty days of the Easter season.
Easter is a time for rejoicing and gladness | slides
On April 7, we observe World Health Day.
Upholding the well-being of our neighbor | slides
Today, we connect with our Value of Reverence as we celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month.
Today, we connect to our Service Commitment of Listening to Understand.
Today, we connect to a portion of our Mission Statement: “Rooted in the loving ministry of Jesus as healer.”
Strength lies in our roots | slides
Prayers & Reflections for
Earth Week 2026
Today, we connect to our Value of Wisdom: Integrating excellence and stewardship.
Every time I walk in the woods | slides
Today, we connect to a portion of our Mission Statement: “Rooted in the loving ministry of Jesus as healer.”
Strength lies in our roots | slides
Today, we celebrate Earth Week and connect to our value of Wisdom: Integrating excellence and stewardship
Today, we connect to our responsibility to care for the Earth, our common home.
The environment is the one thing all of us share | slides
Today, we connect to our Value of Reverence: Respect and compassion for the dignity and diversity of life.
I praise your works of creation | slides
Today, we connect to our value of Wisdom: Integrating excellence and stewardship.
Our precious earthly bounty | slides
Prayers & Reflections for the
Lenten Season
On Wednesday, February 18, we begin the Lenten season.
Return to me with your whole heart | slides
On Sunday, February 22, we begin the First Week of Lent.
Give to those who are most in need | slides
On Sunday, March 1, we begin the Second Week of Lent.
Prayer helps us be fully present | slides
On Sunday, March 8, we begin the Third Week of Lent.
On Sunday, March 15, we begin the Fourth Week of Lent.
Transformational power of grace and forgiveness | slides
On Sunday, March 22, we begin the Fifth Week of Lent.
Inner conversion leads to outward service | slides
On Sunday, March 29, we begin Holy Week.
Lessen the burden of others | slides
Stress Reduction
Resources
Experiences
Programs, Sessions & Resources
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Leading Group Reflection and Prayer in Ascension
CourseIn this module, you'll learn more about how we distinguish between prayer and reflection, and discover ways to prepare and lead both reflection and prayer that honor all present while staying faithful to Ascension's ministry identity.
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Why Are People Poor?
CourseThis session explores commonly held narratives about people living in poverty; our own adherence to those narratives; the relationships between the stories we hold, the way we lead, and the care we provide; and the possibility of new narratives.
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Practice: Deep Listening
CourseUsing the acronym of L.I.S.T.E.N., this course explores the practice of deep listening. Each step of the acronym is supported by tips that help us build the skills needed to deeply listen.
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Cultivating Awareness: An Introduction to Mindfulness
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Cultivating Reverence for Living: A Stress Reduction Program | Oct-Nov 2022 B
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Writing Practice: Vocation
CourseThis is a 10-minute reflective writing practice on vocation. This simple practice will invite you to uncover a vocational common thread as you revisit your most meaningful professional stories and experiences.
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Be Mindful: Video Practices for Kids
CourseBe Mindful is a series of fun and simple mindfulness-based practices that invite children (and adults!) to explore self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.
Signature Programs
Ascension Spiritual Direction
Spiritual companions for healthcare providers