Activities

Immigration Discussion Series

September 15, 2010 Activities

Five Christian non-profits are co-sponsoring a series of panel discussions on immigration reform. The three panels are free and open to the public. They will explore immigration and social integration (Sept. 22), the workforce (Oct. 13), and security (Nov. 3). The Sept. 22 panel will be held in Dirksen Senate Office Bldg., room 106 at [...]

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Teacher’s Prayer

August 23, 2010 Activities

Are you a K-12 teacher in the Metro DC area? Take some time this weekend to join with other teachers from Rez, Advent and Ascension to pray for our students & our colleagues. We all have a zillion things to do after the first week of school, but prayer should be at the top of [...]

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Groovin’ For Rwanda

August 10, 2010 Activities

A team of nine from Advent, Ascension and Resurrection is going to visit our sister church in Nyagatare, Rwanda and participate in the As We Forgive reconciliation work. Help them raise money for the trip by attending Groovin’ for Rwanda on August 20 at The North Hall at Eastern Market. Texas Two Step and Swing [...]

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Accessibility Summit and Reneé Bondi

April 12, 2010 Activities

The Accessibility Summit 2010 is being held at McLean Bible Church in Vienna, VA, on April 23rd and 24th. Whether you are a family member or caregiver, educator, faith-based organization, professional, or part of a service organization, you won’t want to miss this national disability conference, which will feature inspiring guest speakers, 36 dynamic workshops, [...]

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Game Night!

April 11, 2010 Activities

After very little deliberation and virtually no planning the self-appointed fun and games committee is bringing back game night! Join us on Saturday April 17th at 7:30 pm at Casa Stoker (431 North Fillmore St, Arlington). Bring your favorite games, friends and food or drink to share and we’ll call it a game night. If [...]

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Turkey Trot Goody Bag Stuffing

November 18, 2009 Activities

If you are available this coming Sunday, November 22nd, please consider joining Christ Church in stuffing goody bags for the upcoming Turkey Trot. A light lunch will be provided at 12:00pm with bag stuffing beginning at 1:00pm. Both will take place in the fellowship hall of Christ Church.

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Help the Homeless Walkathon

November 2, 2009 Activities

Please consider participating with Mary Clark Gaston in the annual Help the Homeless Walkathon on the National Mall on Saturday, November 21st.  100% of funds raised will go to support Open Arms Housing, an organization that is dedicated to providing permanent supportive housing for the most vulnerable women in D.C. who have been chronically homeless. [...]

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Calling All Singers!

October 30, 2009 Activities

We are looking for voices to put together a chorus to sing for our Lessons and Carols service on December 13th.  Practice will begin soon and the commitment will be 1 to 1 1/2 hours per week.  If you want to join in making a joyful noise, please email Rachel at rdrevlow at theascension dot [...]

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Aggressive Secularism, Multiculturalism, and the Islamist Threat

October 5, 2009 Activities

The Ethics and Public Policy Center is presenting a lecture by Bishop Michael James Nazir-Ali entitled, “Aggressive Secularism, Multiculturalism, and the Islamist Threat.” It will be held on Wednesday, October, 14, 2009, 6:00 p.m. at the Capitol Visitor Center.  Bishop Nazir-Ali is Pakistani-born and serves as the Anglican Bishop of Rochester, England.  He is a [...]

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Join undefeated Team Ascent for flag football this Saturday

September 22, 2009 Activities

Congratulations to those who played in Saturday’s very challenging game.  Grace DC was a gracious and talented opponent and fun was had by all. Our record is now 3-0 (the best in the league) and that means it is a great time for you to join us. Last week we had three ladies  (we need [...]

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