WE WELCOME ALL VISITORS AND SEEKERS OF GOD.
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ALL BAPTIZED CHRISTIANS ARE INVITED TO RECEIVE THE HOLY COMMUNION.
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ALL BAPTIZED CHRISTIANS ARE INVITED TO RECEIVE THE HOLY COMMUNION.
LORD, LET US PRAY AND WORK TO HEAR YOUR WORD, CHANGE OUR HEARTS
AND GO FORTH TO DO YOUR WILL, EMPOWERED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT
Dear Friends, November 22, 2010
May each of us, our families and loved ones, have a joyous and thankful Thanksgiving Holiday! If you are traveling - please be safe!
Yesterday, Rev. Denise preached on The Election of God, which can be found by clicking on this link: http://ascensionroch.blogspot.com/ Please visit this weekly feature to reflect on her words. But it is so much more fulfilling to hear them in person! Please make it a point to be in church regularly; or if you are weighing whether to make God's community important in your life, try coming for several Sundays in a row...You will find a warm greeting and become closer to God.
Please keep in your prayers all those in need of healing, and those who serve in our military forces. Kindly also pray for the Search Committee and their work in this time of search. To assist in your spiritual life, Forward Day by Day booklets are $.85 each in the back of the Church [Tower Room].
REMINDER - If you are a parishioner who has not yet responded to the 2011 Stewardship Appeal, now is the time to do so. God asks us to grow in his love, service and support. A bright future awaits us when we reach up and out! We are nearing our goal of $100,000 plus, but have a ways to go.
A major tip of the hat to Sr. Warden, Don Taylor for leading the interior wall painting and plaster restoration work in the church. It looks wonderful and should last for many years, as the exterior pointing was completed last year.
A major tip of the hat to Sr. Warden, Don Taylor for leading the interior wall painting and plaster restoration work in the church. It looks wonderful and should last for many years, as the exterior pointing was completed last year.
CHRISTIAN ED - HEADS UP - Rev. Denise is offering each Tuesday Noon of November an education series, Introduction to Islam, in the Library. Call the Office 458-5423 to reserve an outline - and please bring a bag lunch, to be fed in mind, spirit and body.
On Sunday, December 5, the Choir, under the direction of John Allegar, Organist-Choir Director, will offer Advent Lessons and Carols at the 10 AM service. This is a way in words and music to open our hearts and souls to the coming of the Christ Child. Please join in this very special seasonal offering.
If we want to grow, we must love God, love our friends and then speak openly to them. A congregation grows starting with each faithful person. God will help us share the Bread of Life.....God will help us live into our Baptismal Covenant of sharing His word and our lives and resources [which is the true Meaning of Life]. We never know how ready a friend may be to hear a word of encouragement in faith. We never know when God will bring someone to speak to us, and enrich our own life.
Next year will be the 125th Anniversary of the founding and of the ministry of Ascension. In preparation, let us draw closer to God - and partake of the power and blessing of the Holy Spirit to counsel, energize and sustain us all.. We honor our long history, but it is our future that must command our attention and energy.
The Ascension Piecemakers Quilt Group is offering a gorgeous queen-size quilt. This quilt would be a handsome addition to any decor! Coupons are $2 or 3 for $5. All proceeds will go to the Bell Tower Restoration Project. You can see the quilt and get more details each Sunday at Coffee Hour.
TIME TO MARK YOUR CALENDAR! There are memorable dinners and other parties upcoming.
Sunday, December 12, 2010 CHRISTMAS PARTY, after 10AM Service
Saturday. March 5th, 2011 SPAGHETTI DINNER
Saturday. April 30th, 2011 CHICKEN & BISCUIT DINNER
Friday. June 3rd, 2011 LOBSTER DINNER
PLEASE MAKE NOTE!!! Gourmets everywhere are dreaming of these events!!
FAMILIES ARE DEPENDING ON US --- as we plan our own holidays, let us remember and support all those served by the MEEK food cupboard, by shopping ahead for our MEEK friends at Christmas - frozen turkeys, stuffing mixes, cranberry sauce, canned fruit, canned vegetables, jello, one-pound canned hams, cake mixes, coffee....Many of these items are on sale now and soon. Please stock up! MEEK distributes at least 75 food baskets at Christmas. If you can buy or store a frozen turkey, please call to advise - and receive details. Can you volunteer to help? Jan Wills - 621-3900 or Sally Green - 865-1125.
The Ascension Women's Group annual Christmas Luncheon will be December 9 at Rick's Prime Rib House. Details available from Jan Wills - 621-3900. Spouses and guests welcome. Reservations are needed by Dec 2.
Coffee Hour is a wonderful opportunity to greet friends, old and new, and catch up on news. There are opportunities to host Coffee Hour in the weeks ahead. Won't you help this ministry? If not sure how to host the Coffee Hour, you may call Nancy Lennox at 663-5805 or Stu or Gene Denison at 663-0988. To sign up - see list in the back of the church or call 458-5423.
Please visit or call a friend who is not able to get out or whom you've been meaning to contact. There are many who would love a call and an invitation to church or an inquiry as to when you might pay a visit. We can invite friends to accompany us to church - and take them out for brunch afterward!
Altar flowers are a captivating ministry of beauty and love. Will you take up this ministry to the glory of God and to our spirits? To donate altar flowers, please contact Laurie Phillips, 865-2802 or email LBP@rochester.rr.com There are openings on several Sundays upcoming. Soon it will be time to order Christmas poinsettias
If we wish to learn the true Meaning of Life, grow as Christians and share our love of God, we need to know the stories of the Bible. Except for this Thanksgiving Week, when there is no Bible Study, Thursday Bible Study is in the Library at 9 AM. Please 'Come and See'. In this season, the lessons confirm what we are to do as disciples. There is food for thought and often refreshments to share. The study is of the Gospel Lesson for next Sunday, found below. No Bible Thumping, just good conversation!!
The Rochester Interfaith Jail Ministry asks your ongoing help - by donating through United Way or directly by check to R I J M, 2 Riverside St., Rochester, NY 14613. This will bring books of healing and group sessions to those needing to start lives anew. Remember the Good Samaritan... Please answer this call. To volunteer, call 254-6790. The invitation to help is ongoing, so you are not late to the party! Someone recently made and ongoing United Way designation for R I J M. Many Thanks!
When we see new people on Sunday or at an event, let's introduce ourselves and make them welcome. An invitation to chat at Coffee Hour is a great ice-breaker. So is sitting with a new person and even inviting them to brunch after church. This is a part of God's work for each and every one of us.
Do you have a pocket card to hand to a friend who asks about Ascension? Cards are on the table in the back of the church. Please take a few, and be ready to share. We have pocket crosses in the table drawer to hand to those who answer the call to "Come and See"..
If you have a new or better email address for yourself, or know someone who might like to receive this weekly e-letter, please email me that information.
Blessings,
Dyson
D. Dyson Gay
585-317-4039
P.S. In honor of the Thanksgiving Holiday, here is an organ piece based on the Hymn, Now Thank We All Our God http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TeUihwTb6J0&feature=related
On Sunday, December 5, the Choir, under the direction of John Allegar, Organist-Choir Director, will offer Advent Lessons and Carols at the 10 AM service. This is a way in words and music to open our hearts and souls to the coming of the Christ Child. Please join in this very special seasonal offering.
If we want to grow, we must love God, love our friends and then speak openly to them. A congregation grows starting with each faithful person. God will help us share the Bread of Life.....God will help us live into our Baptismal Covenant of sharing His word and our lives and resources [which is the true Meaning of Life]. We never know how ready a friend may be to hear a word of encouragement in faith. We never know when God will bring someone to speak to us, and enrich our own life.
Next year will be the 125th Anniversary of the founding and of the ministry of Ascension. In preparation, let us draw closer to God - and partake of the power and blessing of the Holy Spirit to counsel, energize and sustain us all.. We honor our long history, but it is our future that must command our attention and energy.
The Ascension Piecemakers Quilt Group is offering a gorgeous queen-size quilt. This quilt would be a handsome addition to any decor! Coupons are $2 or 3 for $5. All proceeds will go to the Bell Tower Restoration Project. You can see the quilt and get more details each Sunday at Coffee Hour.
TIME TO MARK YOUR CALENDAR! There are memorable dinners and other parties upcoming.
Sunday, December 12, 2010 CHRISTMAS PARTY, after 10AM Service
Saturday. March 5th, 2011 SPAGHETTI DINNER
Saturday. April 30th, 2011 CHICKEN & BISCUIT DINNER
Friday. June 3rd, 2011 LOBSTER DINNER
PLEASE MAKE NOTE!!! Gourmets everywhere are dreaming of these events!!
FAMILIES ARE DEPENDING ON US --- as we plan our own holidays, let us remember and support all those served by the MEEK food cupboard, by shopping ahead for our MEEK friends at Christmas - frozen turkeys, stuffing mixes, cranberry sauce, canned fruit, canned vegetables, jello, one-pound canned hams, cake mixes, coffee....Many of these items are on sale now and soon. Please stock up! MEEK distributes at least 75 food baskets at Christmas. If you can buy or store a frozen turkey, please call to advise - and receive details. Can you volunteer to help? Jan Wills - 621-3900 or Sally Green - 865-1125.
The Ascension Women's Group annual Christmas Luncheon will be December 9 at Rick's Prime Rib House. Details available from Jan Wills - 621-3900. Spouses and guests welcome. Reservations are needed by Dec 2.
Coffee Hour is a wonderful opportunity to greet friends, old and new, and catch up on news. There are opportunities to host Coffee Hour in the weeks ahead. Won't you help this ministry? If not sure how to host the Coffee Hour, you may call Nancy Lennox at 663-5805 or Stu or Gene Denison at 663-0988. To sign up - see list in the back of the church or call 458-5423.
Please visit or call a friend who is not able to get out or whom you've been meaning to contact. There are many who would love a call and an invitation to church or an inquiry as to when you might pay a visit. We can invite friends to accompany us to church - and take them out for brunch afterward!
Altar flowers are a captivating ministry of beauty and love. Will you take up this ministry to the glory of God and to our spirits? To donate altar flowers, please contact Laurie Phillips, 865-2802 or email LBP@rochester.rr.com There are openings on several Sundays upcoming. Soon it will be time to order Christmas poinsettias
If we wish to learn the true Meaning of Life, grow as Christians and share our love of God, we need to know the stories of the Bible. Except for this Thanksgiving Week, when there is no Bible Study, Thursday Bible Study is in the Library at 9 AM. Please 'Come and See'. In this season, the lessons confirm what we are to do as disciples. There is food for thought and often refreshments to share. The study is of the Gospel Lesson for next Sunday, found below. No Bible Thumping, just good conversation!!
The Rochester Interfaith Jail Ministry asks your ongoing help - by donating through United Way or directly by check to R I J M, 2 Riverside St., Rochester, NY 14613. This will bring books of healing and group sessions to those needing to start lives anew. Remember the Good Samaritan... Please answer this call. To volunteer, call 254-6790. The invitation to help is ongoing, so you are not late to the party! Someone recently made and ongoing United Way designation for R I J M. Many Thanks!
When we see new people on Sunday or at an event, let's introduce ourselves and make them welcome. An invitation to chat at Coffee Hour is a great ice-breaker. So is sitting with a new person and even inviting them to brunch after church. This is a part of God's work for each and every one of us.
Do you have a pocket card to hand to a friend who asks about Ascension? Cards are on the table in the back of the church. Please take a few, and be ready to share. We have pocket crosses in the table drawer to hand to those who answer the call to "Come and See"..
If you have a new or better email address for yourself, or know someone who might like to receive this weekly e-letter, please email me that information.
Blessings,
Dyson
D. Dyson Gay
585-317-4039
P.S. In honor of the Thanksgiving Holiday, here is an organ piece based on the Hymn, Now Thank We All Our God http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TeUihwTb6J0&feature=related
P.P.S. Please see below for this week's recipe - a couple kinds of light Pumpkin Cheesecake. Why not make two and share one with a neighbor?
If you have a recipe you would like to share, please send it in!
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The Gospel for next Sunday, the first Sunday of Advent and of the new church year is:
If you have a recipe you would like to share, please send it in!
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The Gospel for next Sunday, the first Sunday of Advent and of the new church year is:
Matthew 24:36-44
24:36 "But about that day and hour no one knows, neither the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.
24:37 For as the days of Noah were, so will be the coming of the Son of Man.
24:38 For as in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day Noah entered the ark,
24:39 and they knew nothing until the flood came and swept them all away, so too will be the coming of the Son of Man.
24:40 Then two will be in the field; one will be taken and one will be left.
24:41 Two women will be grinding meal together; one will be taken and one will be left.
24:42 Keep awake therefore, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming.
24:43 But understand this: if the owner of the house had known in what part of the night the thief was coming, he would have stayed awake and would not have let his house be broken into.
24:44 Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an unexpected hour.
24:36 "But about that day and hour no one knows, neither the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.
24:37 For as the days of Noah were, so will be the coming of the Son of Man.
24:38 For as in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day Noah entered the ark,
24:39 and they knew nothing until the flood came and swept them all away, so too will be the coming of the Son of Man.
24:40 Then two will be in the field; one will be taken and one will be left.
24:41 Two women will be grinding meal together; one will be taken and one will be left.
24:42 Keep awake therefore, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming.
24:43 But understand this: if the owner of the house had known in what part of the night the thief was coming, he would have stayed awake and would not have let his house be broken into.
24:44 Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an unexpected hour.
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And, now,
Light Individual Cheesecakes| LIGHT PUMPKIN CHEESECAKES | |
| 18 gingersnaps 2 c. light ricotta cheese 1 c. canned pumpkin puree 2 eggs 1/3 c. brown sugar 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. ginger 1/8 tsp. cloves 1 tsp. vanilla extract Sliced almonds (optional garnish) Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line 18 (2 1/2 inch) muffin pan cups with foil liners. Press a gingersnap into the bottom of each. In a food processor fitted with a steel blade or in a blender, process or blend ricotta until smooth and creamy. Add remaining ingredients except almond garnish and process until combined. Spoon into muffin cups. Bake 25 minutes or until lightly set. Cool on wire rack to room temperature. Remove cheesecakes from pan and chill. If desired, decorate tops with sliced almonds. Makes 18 cheesecakes, about 90 calories each. Recipe can be doubled. | |
Ingredients
| 16 | oz fat-free cream cheese, softened |
| 1/16 | cup sugar (use 1/2 cup Splenda) |
| 1/2 | tsp. vanilla extract |
| 1/2 | cup egg beaters |
| 1/2 | cup pumpkin |
| 1/3 | tsp pumpkin pie spice |
| 1/3 | cup graham crumbs |
| 1/2 | cup light Cool Whip |
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees
- Whip cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until blended
- Blend in eggs but don't beat
- Remove 1 cup of batter and stir in canned pumpkin and spice
- Spray a 9-inch pie plate with cooking spray and sprinkle in graham crumbs evenly to make a crust
- Pour remaining batter into pan, then top with pumpkin batter
- Bake at 325 degrees for 40 minutes, or until center is set
- Refrigerate for three hours or overnight
HAVE A WONDERFUL AND BLESSED WEEK!
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