Announcements

Church Office

Normal Church office hours are 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 pm.

pastoral care: pastor@ascensionlckc.org
Becky Reynolds: secretary@ascensionlckc.org

Sunday School in Action

Yay! Sunday School is in full swing for our youth. Each week, children from preschool through 6th grade hear about God's love through song, prayer, crafts and stories. We pray that God continues to work in the hearts of these children and their teachers.

Schedule for Sunday Morning

8:15 - Adult Bible class
8:30 - Sunday School and confirmation class for youth
9:30 - Sunday Worship in the sanctuary

There will be coffee in the Family Life Center from 8:00 until after the church service. Please stop by the FLC before or after church for coffee and fellowship.

Bible Studies at Church

Sundays at 8:15 a.m. ~ Adult Bible Study
Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. - Vicar Walt Little
Fridays at 10:00 a.m. - Pastor Stolle

Vicar Walt Little's Bible Study ~

Walt's Wednesday Bible Study on Martin Luther’s 95 Theses resumes October 22.

Pastor Stolle’s Bible Class ~

The Friday Bible Study with Pastor Stolle will begin in September. This study is on Max Lucado’s book: What Happens Next: A Traveler’s Guide Through the End of This Age. Cost of the book is $17 please pay Pastor Stolle cash when the class starts. See Becky for a book.

Stewardship Moment

God Stewardship does not happen by accident. Prayer changes how people feel about stewardship. When people pray together about generosity it reinforces the spiritual purpose behind it!

SERVING THOSE WHO SERVED

The Board of Human Care is collecting donations to support the Fisher House Kansas City, a 16-suite, 14,000 square feet "home away from home" which serves families and caregivers of veterans receiving health care from the Kansas City VA Hospital. The drive will run through Sunday, November 9 with donations delivered on Veteran's Day. Please see the table in the narthex for more information; including a list of requested items. We have also secured a $250 Thrivent Grant which will be used to supplement donations. Monetary donations will also be accepted; please designate them towards Fisher House. THANK YOU for giving back to those who have given so much to us.

Are You Ready for Chiefs Football?

The Ministry of Outreach is hosting a Chiefs watch party for regular season Sunday games. Come join us in the Game Room downstairs for some fellowship and team spirit.

Dorcas Circle's Mitten Tree Is Now Up.

The circle is collecting hats and gloves for children and adults, adult socks, coats and other winter necessities to be given to the four food pantries that LUMA supports. Items may be placed on the tree or in the winter necessities box. Items will be delivered at the LUMA-Auxiliary meeting on November 19.

Dorcas Circle Meeting Schedule

Dorcas Circle is now meeting on the third Monday of the month at 6:00 pm. We are studying women of the Bible this year. All women of the congregation are invited to join us. Our next meeting is October 20 at 6:00 pm.

White Elephant BINGO

Bingo and pizza is scheduled for November 1 at 4:00 pm. You can bring a "white elephant "(something you no longer use but someone else might like) or two to use as prizes. Pizza will be provided. Bring a snack or dessert to share.

Walker Program

Ascension’s Walker Program is live! The Family Life Center is open for walking from 7 am to 10 am weekdays. Walking is a great way to start your day and can improve both your physical and mental health! Please join us.

Our Walker Program provides our members and our community with a forum for physical exercise through walking and fellowship. Ascension members serve as hosts for the program; which is open weekdays from 7 am to 10 am (not including holidays or when there is inclement weather). If you are interested in serving as a host, a host substitute, and/or would like more information please feel free to reach out to Charles Green or Pam Rinas.

Fellowship in the Family Life Center

A reminder that there is coffee available in the Family Life Center after Church. Grab a cup and visit with friends.

Need Pastoral Care?

Reach out to Doug or Jeff if you or a family member need pastoral care. They have agreed to serve as a point of contact and will connect you with a pastor.

Doug Rinas:816-674-9080 Jeff Fisher: 816-820-5311

You may leave a message at the church office but there could be a delay in responding as the office is open Monday-Friday, 9am-noon 816-358-1919

YOU’RE INVITED:

Church Elders’ Retreat – Nov. 14-16 Bring as many of your elders with your pastor! President Hagan will hopefully be able to be our presenter!
Confirmation Retreat – Nov. 14-16 Led by Pastor Hagerman from Springfield, MO
Christmas at Heit’s Point – Dec. 6
Women’s Retreat – Feb. 27-March 1

Please RSVP by calling the camp office at 660-668-2363 or on our website: heitspointlutheran.org

Heit’s Point Lutheran Ministries GOAL – Strengthen and Encourage the faith lives of the LCMS families in Missouri and Kansas!

Volunteer Opportunity

The Board of Human Care invites you to volunteer at the Messiah Food Pantry on Saturday, October 18. Setup begins at 9 am and the drive through pantry is open from 10 to noon. There is a sign-up sheet in the Narthex. Please join us.

Trunk-or-Treat is coming!

This is our fourth year of hosting Trunk-or-Treat in the Ascension parking lot. Our Leaky Cauldron will be appearing in the Narthex to collect candy donations in the coming weeks. We are also looking for hosts to decorate your car trunk for handy out candy. If interested, please contact Eileen Green.

LWML MO District KC South Zone 2025 Fall Rally

The LWML Fall Rally will be Tuesday, October 28, 2025, with the theme “The Way from Africa to Missouri” based on Matthew 25:35b. Rally will be held at Peace Lutheran Church, 8240 Blue Ridge Blvd., Kansas City, MO. Program: LUMA Executive Director, Pastor Phil Cook, will share results of how LWML Mites provide assistance for the Congolese, Liberian and Oromo refugees in Kansas City, Missouri. Gifts from the Heart: Monetary donations (checks payable to LWML MO District KC South Zone) and QT gas cards. Registration begins at 9:00 am; opening devotion at 9:30 am. Cost is $5 (includes lunch). RSVP to Cheryl Enke at 816-299-5752 or cenke1053@comcast.net.