Have you heard the Good News? Calling children (and Adults!) to the Children's Liturgy of the Word at Ascension Church.

Leaders who guide our weekly Children's Liturgy of the Word provide children ages 4-8 an opportunity to experience the Liturgy of the Word in a context more suited to their age and experience. Children hear the Scripture, sing the Psalm, and participate in a dialogue homily, which allows greater access and understanding of the Word of God.

• Age requirement - High school or older.
• Commitment - Typically once each month. Volunteers sign up 3-4 months in advance.

We have two volunteer positions at each Mass. A leader and a reader. Children's Liturgy of the Word takes place on the second (December 14, 2025) and fourth (December 28, 2025) Sundays of the month at the 10:30 AM Mass at Ascension Church. Please contact us to volunteer or learn more.

WEEKEND READINGS - Some parents read the weekend scriptures to their children throughout the week. You can find simple versions of the readings from the Children’s Lectionary at https://www.pflaum.com/readings/ - If you want to talk to your child about the readings, try starting a discussion by asking a question like the one below. You might be surprised by the answers.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 - Today we celebrate Jesus, King of the universe. Take a minute to think about what a king looks like and the kinds of things a king does. Jesus is not like the kings we know. What kind of king is Jesus? What does he do for the people who are part of God's kingdom?

For more information or to volunteer for this ministry, please contact:

• Laura Kelley, Catechesis of Good Shepherd Coordinator, at [email protected].
• JaneAnne Campbell, Parish Liturgy Coordinator, at (708) 848-2703 or [email protected].