Week of August 17, 2025
Ascension Today & Tomorrow Campaign Progress
The Tenth Sunday after Pentecost
August 17, 2025
Sunday Schedule:
9:30am Mass with Hymns (Livestreamed)
Announcements
Tuesday Work Nights
There will be no work night this Tuesday, August 19th.
Wedding Vows Renewal
Mertella and Owen Barnes would like to invite everyone to their renewal of vows church service which is taking place on August 30th at 5 pm.
New Lending Library
Ascension now has a new miniature lending library in the front of the church. This project was the brainchild of Judi Broadhurst and was beautifully crafted by Arthur Snow. It is eye-catching and fun and we hope it gets lots of use.
Friendship Fair 2025 – Friday, October 17th & Saturday, October 18th
Donation Requests
You may bring in Fair donations which are in good condition – no cracks, chips or missing pieces and are clean. Items must be brought into the parish hall. Please see the ‘Donation Requests for Friendship Fair 2025 flyer. Thank you!
PLEASE NOTE:
The absolute last date to bring in any Fair donations is September 30th.
Fair T-Shirts
First time working at the Fair? You’re entitled to a free t-shirt! Please let Susan Panzarella know your size. [suspanzarella@gmail.com]
If you need a new t-shirt you can purchase one for $12.00. Please let Susan know by Sept. 7th.
Have too many Fair t-shirts that are still in excellent condition? You can wash them and bring them back to the church. These shirts will be available for free, while supplies last, to anyone who would like one.
Mailing List
We are updating our Friendship Fair mailing list. If you have added any of the names and addresses of people that have moved or are no longer with us, please contact the parish office. Thank you.
Register Early and Skip The Line!
Please visit https://ff25.givesmart.com to securely register for the 2025 Friendship Fair. Once registered, you can purchase raffle and Parishioner Brunch tickets as well as skip the line when you arrive at the Fair. Also, if you add a credit card to your registration you'll be able to shop seamlessly throughout the event.
Please Note
No furniture is to be brought to the parish hall without first speaking with Bill Cooper.
Parishioner Brunch
On Sunday, Oct 19th after 9:30 am Mass we will hold The Parishioner Brunch. The Brunch is for all Ascension Parishioners, Family & Friends who helped make this year’s Friendship Fair possible. Please go to https://ff25.givesmart.com and click on the "ITEMS" in the upper left corner. There is an adult option and a kid option. Please make your purchase by Friday, Oct 3rd. Again, your personal and credit card data is safe and secure.
Bishop Search
Listening Sessions
As a part of the search for the next Bishop of Long Island, the diocese is conducting several listening sessions to get feedback from both clergy and laity on their hopes for the future of the diocese and our next bishop. Dates, times, and locations may be found at the link below.
Looking Ahead
Our Summer schedule will continue until September 7th. On September 7th we will return to our regular schedule of 8am and 10:30am services. On Saturday, September 13th, Father Kevin and Father Keith are inviting both parishes to an island-themed welcome back party at the rectory. Mark your calendars!
