Ascension
Mission Integration
Vocation. Community. Ministry.
Mission Integration supports our shared mission of serving all persons with special attention to those who are vulnerable and experiencing poverty. The resources here are to support you as you explore and embody our Mission.
Ministry Formation develops communities of associates and leaders grounded in their own identities and guided by Ascension’s identity as a ministry of the Catholic Church. At its most basic level, formation invites associates and leaders to reflect on identity – personal, professional, communal and organizational – in community over time.
Prayers & Reflections for the
On November 1st, we celebrate Ascension’s 27th Anniversary and All Saints Day.
Ascension's 27th Anniversary | slides
Today, we connect to our Value of Reverence: Respect and compassion for the dignity and diversity of life.
We rely on the kindness of the earth and the sun | slides
Today, we connect to the Value of Wisdom: Integrating excellence and stewardship.
Change the world by your example | slides
As we observe Veterans Day, we honor and celebrate Ascension’s associates and patients who have served our country.
On the third Sunday of November, we observe World Day of the Poor.
The poor are at the heart of all our pastoral activity | slides
The poor are at the heart of all our pastoral activity | pdf
The poor are at the heart of all our pastoral activity | ppt
Today, we connect to our Value of Dedication: Affirming the hope and joy of our ministry.
Acknowledge the presence of good | slides
Today, we connect with our value of Dedication: affirming the hope and joy of our ministry.
Be grateful for your calling | slides
On Sunday, November 29, 2026 we begin the sacred season of Advent, a four-week Christian observance through December 24.
Prayers & Reflections for the
Today, we begin Mission Month with this year’s theme of “Serve Boldly”
Today, we connect to our Value of Reverence: Respect and compassion for the dignity and diversity of life
Feast of St. Francis of Assisi | slides
Today, we reflect on our Value of Dedication and celebrate National Pharmacy Month
Caring for our Communities | slides
Today, we reflect on our Value of Reverence as we celebrate Emergency Nurses Week
We take care of this here | slides
Today, we connect with one of our Historic Founders: the Sisters of St. Joseph
Founding of the Sisters of St. Joseph | slides
Today, we honor and celebrate our chaplains during National Spiritual Care Week (October 18-24, 2026)
Healing through presence and grace | slides
Serve Boldly – “at times of challenge”
Programs, Sessions & Resources
In 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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This 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.
Using 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.
This 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.
Be 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
Spiritual companions for healthcare providers