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				1 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn 9:30 Bible Study on Zoom 7:00p Eucharistic Adoration Month View October 1, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Bible Study on Zoom Thursday, October 1, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM We meet on Thursdays at 9:30 AM via Zoom to discuss the following Sunday's readings and a chapter or two from one of the books of the Bible. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Eucharistic Adoration Thursday, October 1, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Community Shared Event - Everyone is invited to an hour of Eucharistic Adoration held every Thursday at 7:00 PM in St. Giles Church. This is your time to receive the actual grace and mercy of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	2 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn 7:00p Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Month View October 2, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Friday, October 2, 7:00 PM Community Shared Event - Join Deacon Kevin and Marci Morgan (St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles) on Zoom to pray the Rosary on Friday evenings at 7:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	3 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn 8:30 Contemplative Prayer 8:30 Rosary for Peace - Saturdays Month View October 3, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Contemplative Prayer Saturday, October 3, 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM Community Shared Event - We practice the Christian meditation prayer on Saturdays at 8:30 AM at Ascension Church or via Zoom. Various tools include centering prayer, the Jesus prayer, the breath prayer, lectio divina, and labyrinth walking. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Rosary for Peace - Saturdays Saturday, October 3, 8:30 AM Community Shared Event - We hold the Rosary for Peace in Honor of Our Blessed Mother every Saturday after the 8:00 AM Mass at St. Giles Church. Join us and pray for peace. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More
4 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn 9:00 Extending the Word Month View October 4, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Extending the Word Sunday, October 4, 9:00 AM This small faith group gathers every Sunday at 9:00 AM in the Ascension Parish Center Dining Room for discussion of the day's Scripture and refreshments. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	5 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn 8:00p Young Adult Women's Bible Study Month View October 5, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Young Adult Women's Bible Study Monday, October 5, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Community Shared Event - The Young Adult Women’s Bible Study meets each Monday at 8:00 PM to reflect on the scriptures of the week and supports each other in their walk of faith - Text for location! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	6 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn 4:00p Centering Prayer Month View October 6, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Centering Prayer Tuesday, October 6, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM Community Shared Event - Join us on Tuesdays at 4:00 PM at St. Edmund Church to deepen your relationship with God; learn how to handle distractions while praying; find support and nourishment for your prayer life; experience community and share spiritual insights. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	7 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn Month View October 7, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	8 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn 9:30 Bible Study on Zoom 7:00p Eucharistic Adoration Month View October 8, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Bible Study on Zoom Thursday, October 8, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM We meet on Thursdays at 9:30 AM via Zoom to discuss the following Sunday's readings and a chapter or two from one of the books of the Bible. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Eucharistic Adoration Thursday, October 8, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Community Shared Event - Everyone is invited to an hour of Eucharistic Adoration held every Thursday at 7:00 PM in St. Giles Church. This is your time to receive the actual grace and mercy of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	9 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn 7:00p Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Month View October 9, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Friday, October 9, 7:00 PM Community Shared Event - Join Deacon Kevin and Marci Morgan (St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles) on Zoom to pray the Rosary on Friday evenings at 7:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	10 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn 8:30 Contemplative Prayer 8:30 Rosary for Peace - Saturdays Month View October 10, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Contemplative Prayer Saturday, October 10, 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM Community Shared Event - We practice the Christian meditation prayer on Saturdays at 8:30 AM at Ascension Church or via Zoom. Various tools include centering prayer, the Jesus prayer, the breath prayer, lectio divina, and labyrinth walking. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Rosary for Peace - Saturdays Saturday, October 10, 8:30 AM Community Shared Event - We hold the Rosary for Peace in Honor of Our Blessed Mother every Saturday after the 8:00 AM Mass at St. Giles Church. Join us and pray for peace. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More
11 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn 9:00 Extending the Word Month View October 11, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Extending the Word Sunday, October 11, 9:00 AM This small faith group gathers every Sunday at 9:00 AM in the Ascension Parish Center Dining Room for discussion of the day's Scripture and refreshments. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	12 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn 8:00p Young Adult Women's Bible Study Month View October 12, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Young Adult Women's Bible Study Monday, October 12, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Community Shared Event - The Young Adult Women’s Bible Study meets each Monday at 8:00 PM to reflect on the scriptures of the week and supports each other in their walk of faith - Text for location! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	13 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn 12:00p Come Join Us as We Pray the Rosary for Peace 4:00p Centering Prayer 7:00p Scripture - Catholic Social Teachings Month View October 13, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Come Join Us as We Pray the Rosary for Peace Tuesday, October 13, 12:00 PM Community Shared Event - In each of Our Blessed Mother’s appearances from May through October 1917 to the three children at the Cova da Iria in Fatima, Portugal, her urgent request was to pray for peace. So, on Tuesday, October 13th, at 12 Noon, you are invited to join us for a half hour of prayer in St. Giles Church to pray the Rosary. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Centering Prayer Tuesday, October 13, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM Community Shared Event - Join us on Tuesdays at 4:00 PM at St. Edmund Church to deepen your relationship with God; learn how to handle distractions while praying; find support and nourishment for your prayer life; experience community and share spiritual insights. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Scripture - Catholic Social Teachings Tuesday, October 13, 7:00 PM Community Shared Event - Scripture As Our Basis for Catholic Social Justice with Eric Hendry, PhD on October 13, 20 and 27, 2026 - What Catholics are called to do in the world to help build the Reign of God is the heart of the Catholic Social Teachings, which can be grouped in seven focuses... Through thoughtful input and discussion, this series will help participants understand the connection of Catholic Social Teaching to the Bible. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	14 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn Month View October 14, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	15 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn 9:30 Bible Study on Zoom 7:00p Eucharistic Adoration 7:30p Surviving Divorce Program Month View October 15, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Bible Study on Zoom Thursday, October 15, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM We meet on Thursdays at 9:30 AM via Zoom to discuss the following Sunday's readings and a chapter or two from one of the books of the Bible. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Eucharistic Adoration Thursday, October 15, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Community Shared Event - Everyone is invited to an hour of Eucharistic Adoration held every Thursday at 7:00 PM in St. Giles Church. This is your time to receive the actual grace and mercy of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Surviving Divorce Program Thursday, October 15, 7:30 PM Community Shared Event - Surviving Divorce was created to bring hope and healing to those who have experienced the pain and loneliness of a broken marriage. Meetings are held on some Thursdays at 7:30 PM at Saint Giles Campus. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	16 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn 7:00p Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Month View October 16, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Friday, October 16, 7:00 PM Community Shared Event - Join Deacon Kevin and Marci Morgan (St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles) on Zoom to pray the Rosary on Friday evenings at 7:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	17 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn 8:30 Contemplative Prayer 8:30 Rosary for Peace - Saturdays 6:15p Faith and Film Ministry - "Jesus Revolution" Month View October 17, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Contemplative Prayer Saturday, October 17, 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM Community Shared Event - We practice the Christian meditation prayer on Saturdays at 8:30 AM at Ascension Church or via Zoom. Various tools include centering prayer, the Jesus prayer, the breath prayer, lectio divina, and labyrinth walking. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Rosary for Peace - Saturdays Saturday, October 17, 8:30 AM Community Shared Event - We hold the Rosary for Peace in Honor of Our Blessed Mother every Saturday after the 8:00 AM Mass at St. Giles Church. Join us and pray for peace. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Faith and Film Ministry - "Jesus Revolution" Saturday, October 17, 6:15 PM Community Shared Event - Everyone, please come to view Faith and Film at Saint Edmund Campus, in Murphy Hall on Saturday, October 17, after 5:00 PM Mass to have our very good $5.00 dinner and enjoy a wonderful faith-inspiring movie called "Jesus Revolution” - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More
18 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn 9:00 Extending the Word Month View October 18, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Extending the Word Sunday, October 18, 9:00 AM This small faith group gathers every Sunday at 9:00 AM in the Ascension Parish Center Dining Room for discussion of the day's Scripture and refreshments. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	19 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures 7:30p Mom's Faith Sharing 8:00p Young Adult Women's Bible Study Month View October 19, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday October 19 - October 24 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday on October 24 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at Ascension Campus provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. The day will begin with a brief review of the 4 guidelines of Centering Prayer to help understand the role of distractions during silent prayer. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures October 19 - November 30 Community Shared Event - All are welcome to join us for the All Soul’s Day Masses on Monday, November 2 at 7:00 PM at Ascension and St. Giles Churches - During November, we invite everyone to bring pictures of our loved ones who have died and display them around the different shrine altars in both Churches and for the Day of the Dead altar at St. Edmund Church. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Mom's Faith Sharing Monday, October 19, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM The Ascension and St. Edmund Moms Faith Sharing Group meets on the third Monday of the month and welcomes women at all stages of motherhood to enter into deeper conversation and prayer within a safe and supportive environment. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Young Adult Women's Bible Study Monday, October 19, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Community Shared Event - The Young Adult Women’s Bible Study meets each Monday at 8:00 PM to reflect on the scriptures of the week and supports each other in their walk of faith - Text for location! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	20 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive CCOP Seniors - Relics Tour Christmas Card Project Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish 4:00p Centering Prayer 6:00p GriefShare Support Group 6:00p Ascension and St. Edmund Book Club 7:00p Scripture - Catholic Social Teachings Month View October 20, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday October 19 - October 24 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday on October 24 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at Ascension Campus provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. The day will begin with a brief review of the 4 guidelines of Centering Prayer to help understand the role of distractions during silent prayer. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures October 19 - November 30 Community Shared Event - All are welcome to join us for the All Soul’s Day Masses on Monday, November 2 at 7:00 PM at Ascension and St. Giles Churches - During November, we invite everyone to bring pictures of our loved ones who have died and display them around the different shrine altars in both Churches and for the Day of the Dead altar at St. Edmund Church. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive October 20 - November 1 It's time to clean out your closets for the Ascension Knights of Columbus Annual Coat Drive! Donations can be left in the bin in the Ascension Church vestibule at any time from October 1 through November 1, or in person before Sunday Masses at Ascension on October 25. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More CCOP Seniors - Relics Tour Tuesday, October 20 Community Shared Event - The CCOP Seniors are planning a visit to The Shrine of All Saints at St. Martha of Bethany Church in Morton Grove for a Relics Tour on Tuesday, October 20. The Shrine of All Saints currently contains the relics of more than 3,200 different saints, making it the second largest collection of such relics in America after St. Anthony’s Shrine in Pittsburgh. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Christmas Card Project October 20 - October 31 The Christmas cards we send mean so much to people in custody who receive them. A simple card lets them know they are not forgotten. All donations are due by October 31. Please place the donations in the box at the Ascension Church courtyard door. CLICK ON THE EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds October 20 - November 14 Event Date on November 14 - Sponsor, purchase tickets, or donate to our annual Thanks-for-Giving Event. Purchase tickets by October 14 and receive $15 off the ticket price. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit October 20 - October 31 Archdiocesan Shared Event - A federal tax credit scholarship program for K-12 Education - Letter from Cardinal Blase Cupich - Please send a message to the Governor and ask him to opt-in to the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit. You can also call the Governor’s office directly at (217) 782-6830. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry October 20 - December 31 Consider sharing your musical gifts with the music ministry of our parish! All adult choirs are open to singers, high school age and older. We have three adult choirs and one children’s choir in the parish. We also are in need of cantors and other musicians. All new potential adult members are asked to contact David Anderson at the Music Office or Robert Valle for St. Edmund Choir. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours October 20 - October 31 Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed October 20 - October 31 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has signed on to host and provide dinner on the second and fourth Fridays of each month (October 23). We are also asked to deliver 36 bag lunches and breakfast for 30 on those evenings for guests to eat the next day. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish October 20 - October 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since the installation of the LISTEN WIFI assistive listening system in the Churches, more and more parishioners have begun using the app and are finding it helpful... We completed an evaluation of our overall sound systems at both Churches... If you are interested in lending your support to the Sound System Project, please contact David Anderson in the coming weeks. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Centering Prayer Tuesday, October 20, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM Community Shared Event - Join us on Tuesdays at 4:00 PM at St. Edmund Church to deepen your relationship with God; learn how to handle distractions while praying; find support and nourishment for your prayer life; experience community and share spiritual insights. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More GriefShare Support Group Tuesday, October 20, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Community Shared Event - At a GriefShare group in our community on Tuesdays (September 8 through November 24) at St. Giles Campus, you'll find understanding, guidance, relief, and a safe place to navigate the challenges of grief - Help and encouragement after the death of a loved one! - Come join us! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Book Club Tuesday, October 20, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM We will be discussing Lucy by the Sea by Elizabeth Strout - The Ascension and St. Edmund Book Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:00 PM. This month we will meet in the North Transept of St. Edmund Church for dinner and discussion. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Scripture - Catholic Social Teachings Tuesday, October 20, 7:00 PM Community Shared Event - Scripture As Our Basis for Catholic Social Justice with Eric Hendry, PhD on October 13, 20 and 27, 2026 - What Catholics are called to do in the world to help build the Reign of God is the heart of the Catholic Social Teachings, which can be grouped in seven focuses... Through thoughtful input and discussion, this series will help participants understand the connection of Catholic Social Teaching to the Bible. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	21 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive Christmas Card Project Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish 5:00p Ascension School Early Childhood Social 6:30p Voting by Faith in the 2026 Midterms Month View October 21, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday October 19 - October 24 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday on October 24 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at Ascension Campus provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. The day will begin with a brief review of the 4 guidelines of Centering Prayer to help understand the role of distractions during silent prayer. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures October 19 - November 30 Community Shared Event - All are welcome to join us for the All Soul’s Day Masses on Monday, November 2 at 7:00 PM at Ascension and St. Giles Churches - During November, we invite everyone to bring pictures of our loved ones who have died and display them around the different shrine altars in both Churches and for the Day of the Dead altar at St. Edmund Church. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive October 20 - November 1 It's time to clean out your closets for the Ascension Knights of Columbus Annual Coat Drive! Donations can be left in the bin in the Ascension Church vestibule at any time from October 1 through November 1, or in person before Sunday Masses at Ascension on October 25. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Christmas Card Project October 20 - October 31 The Christmas cards we send mean so much to people in custody who receive them. A simple card lets them know they are not forgotten. All donations are due by October 31. Please place the donations in the box at the Ascension Church courtyard door. CLICK ON THE EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds October 20 - November 14 Event Date on November 14 - Sponsor, purchase tickets, or donate to our annual Thanks-for-Giving Event. Purchase tickets by October 14 and receive $15 off the ticket price. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit October 20 - October 31 Archdiocesan Shared Event - A federal tax credit scholarship program for K-12 Education - Letter from Cardinal Blase Cupich - Please send a message to the Governor and ask him to opt-in to the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit. You can also call the Governor’s office directly at (217) 782-6830. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry October 20 - December 31 Consider sharing your musical gifts with the music ministry of our parish! All adult choirs are open to singers, high school age and older. We have three adult choirs and one children’s choir in the parish. We also are in need of cantors and other musicians. All new potential adult members are asked to contact David Anderson at the Music Office or Robert Valle for St. Edmund Choir. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours October 20 - October 31 Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed October 20 - October 31 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has signed on to host and provide dinner on the second and fourth Fridays of each month (October 23). We are also asked to deliver 36 bag lunches and breakfast for 30 on those evenings for guests to eat the next day. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish October 20 - October 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since the installation of the LISTEN WIFI assistive listening system in the Churches, more and more parishioners have begun using the app and are finding it helpful... We completed an evaluation of our overall sound systems at both Churches... If you are interested in lending your support to the Sound System Project, please contact David Anderson in the coming weeks. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School Early Childhood Social Wednesday, October 21, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Bring the family on October 21, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM and meet our teachers, tour the Preschool and Kindergarten classes, and learn about our programs! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Voting by Faith in the 2026 Midterms Wednesday, October 21, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Non-Parish Event of Interest - The Well Spirituality Center Event - Prof. Steven Millies explores the idea of incorporating our faith into our civic lives by considering how we vote instead of how we vote. It seems wrong to think in terms of party, or a particular issue, or any expected outcome to define “the Catholic vote” or even the vote of a person of faith - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	22 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive Christmas Card Project Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish 9:30 Bible Study on Zoom 6:30p Young Adult Gospel Study 6:30p Youth Ministry - Alpha 7:00p Eucharistic Adoration Month View October 22, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday October 19 - October 24 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday on October 24 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at Ascension Campus provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. The day will begin with a brief review of the 4 guidelines of Centering Prayer to help understand the role of distractions during silent prayer. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures October 19 - November 30 Community Shared Event - All are welcome to join us for the All Soul’s Day Masses on Monday, November 2 at 7:00 PM at Ascension and St. Giles Churches - During November, we invite everyone to bring pictures of our loved ones who have died and display them around the different shrine altars in both Churches and for the Day of the Dead altar at St. Edmund Church. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive October 20 - November 1 It's time to clean out your closets for the Ascension Knights of Columbus Annual Coat Drive! Donations can be left in the bin in the Ascension Church vestibule at any time from October 1 through November 1, or in person before Sunday Masses at Ascension on October 25. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Christmas Card Project October 20 - October 31 The Christmas cards we send mean so much to people in custody who receive them. A simple card lets them know they are not forgotten. All donations are due by October 31. Please place the donations in the box at the Ascension Church courtyard door. CLICK ON THE EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds October 20 - November 14 Event Date on November 14 - Sponsor, purchase tickets, or donate to our annual Thanks-for-Giving Event. Purchase tickets by October 14 and receive $15 off the ticket price. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit October 20 - October 31 Archdiocesan Shared Event - A federal tax credit scholarship program for K-12 Education - Letter from Cardinal Blase Cupich - Please send a message to the Governor and ask him to opt-in to the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit. You can also call the Governor’s office directly at (217) 782-6830. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry October 20 - December 31 Consider sharing your musical gifts with the music ministry of our parish! All adult choirs are open to singers, high school age and older. We have three adult choirs and one children’s choir in the parish. We also are in need of cantors and other musicians. All new potential adult members are asked to contact David Anderson at the Music Office or Robert Valle for St. Edmund Choir. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours October 20 - October 31 Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed October 20 - October 31 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has signed on to host and provide dinner on the second and fourth Fridays of each month (October 23). We are also asked to deliver 36 bag lunches and breakfast for 30 on those evenings for guests to eat the next day. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish October 20 - October 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since the installation of the LISTEN WIFI assistive listening system in the Churches, more and more parishioners have begun using the app and are finding it helpful... We completed an evaluation of our overall sound systems at both Churches... If you are interested in lending your support to the Sound System Project, please contact David Anderson in the coming weeks. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Bible Study on Zoom Thursday, October 22, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM We meet on Thursdays at 9:30 AM via Zoom to discuss the following Sunday's readings and a chapter or two from one of the books of the Bible. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Young Adult Gospel Study Thursday, October 22, 6:30 PM Community Shared Event - A Young Adult Group meets biweekly to study the Gospel on Thursdays at 6:30 PM at St. Giles Campus - Parish Center. The group engages in a Christ-centered gathering designed to help young adults connect God's Word to real-life challenges, identity, and authentic community. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Youth Ministry - Alpha Thursday, October 22, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Spirit and Light Shared Event - Come Be Part of What's Next! - Youth Alpha - Thursday’s Dinner - GREAT FOOD! - 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM followed by 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Small group discussions - Faith - Friends - Service - Fun! - And More! - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Eucharistic Adoration Thursday, October 22, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Community Shared Event - Everyone is invited to an hour of Eucharistic Adoration held every Thursday at 7:00 PM in St. Giles Church. This is your time to receive the actual grace and mercy of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	23 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive Christmas Card Project Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish 7:00p Rosary on Zoom - Fridays 7:30p CCOP Seniors - Play Trip to see Seussical, The Musical Month View October 23, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday October 19 - October 24 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday on October 24 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at Ascension Campus provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. The day will begin with a brief review of the 4 guidelines of Centering Prayer to help understand the role of distractions during silent prayer. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures October 19 - November 30 Community Shared Event - All are welcome to join us for the All Soul’s Day Masses on Monday, November 2 at 7:00 PM at Ascension and St. Giles Churches - During November, we invite everyone to bring pictures of our loved ones who have died and display them around the different shrine altars in both Churches and for the Day of the Dead altar at St. Edmund Church. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive October 20 - November 1 It's time to clean out your closets for the Ascension Knights of Columbus Annual Coat Drive! Donations can be left in the bin in the Ascension Church vestibule at any time from October 1 through November 1, or in person before Sunday Masses at Ascension on October 25. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Christmas Card Project October 20 - October 31 The Christmas cards we send mean so much to people in custody who receive them. A simple card lets them know they are not forgotten. All donations are due by October 31. Please place the donations in the box at the Ascension Church courtyard door. CLICK ON THE EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds October 20 - November 14 Event Date on November 14 - Sponsor, purchase tickets, or donate to our annual Thanks-for-Giving Event. Purchase tickets by October 14 and receive $15 off the ticket price. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit October 20 - October 31 Archdiocesan Shared Event - A federal tax credit scholarship program for K-12 Education - Letter from Cardinal Blase Cupich - Please send a message to the Governor and ask him to opt-in to the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit. You can also call the Governor’s office directly at (217) 782-6830. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry October 20 - December 31 Consider sharing your musical gifts with the music ministry of our parish! All adult choirs are open to singers, high school age and older. We have three adult choirs and one children’s choir in the parish. We also are in need of cantors and other musicians. All new potential adult members are asked to contact David Anderson at the Music Office or Robert Valle for St. Edmund Choir. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours October 20 - October 31 Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed October 20 - October 31 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has signed on to host and provide dinner on the second and fourth Fridays of each month (October 23). We are also asked to deliver 36 bag lunches and breakfast for 30 on those evenings for guests to eat the next day. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish October 20 - October 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since the installation of the LISTEN WIFI assistive listening system in the Churches, more and more parishioners have begun using the app and are finding it helpful... We completed an evaluation of our overall sound systems at both Churches... If you are interested in lending your support to the Sound System Project, please contact David Anderson in the coming weeks. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Friday, October 23, 7:00 PM Community Shared Event - Join Deacon Kevin and Marci Morgan (St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles) on Zoom to pray the Rosary on Friday evenings at 7:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More CCOP Seniors - Play Trip to see Seussical, The Musical Friday, October 23, 7:30 PM Community Shared Event - Join the CCOP Seniors to see the North Riverside Players production of Seussical, The Musical on Friday, October 23 at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $23 for Seniors and $25 for other adults. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	24 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive Christmas Card Project Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish 8:30 Contemplative Prayer 8:30 Rosary for Peace - Saturdays Month View October 24, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for New and Current Lector Training October 1 - October 24 Logistics Training for Current Lectors on October 24 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Church (some New Lectors may attend) - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday October 19 - October 24 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday on October 24 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at Ascension Campus provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. The day will begin with a brief review of the 4 guidelines of Centering Prayer to help understand the role of distractions during silent prayer. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures October 19 - November 30 Community Shared Event - All are welcome to join us for the All Soul’s Day Masses on Monday, November 2 at 7:00 PM at Ascension and St. Giles Churches - During November, we invite everyone to bring pictures of our loved ones who have died and display them around the different shrine altars in both Churches and for the Day of the Dead altar at St. Edmund Church. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive October 20 - November 1 It's time to clean out your closets for the Ascension Knights of Columbus Annual Coat Drive! Donations can be left in the bin in the Ascension Church vestibule at any time from October 1 through November 1, or in person before Sunday Masses at Ascension on October 25. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Christmas Card Project October 20 - October 31 The Christmas cards we send mean so much to people in custody who receive them. A simple card lets them know they are not forgotten. All donations are due by October 31. Please place the donations in the box at the Ascension Church courtyard door. CLICK ON THE EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds October 20 - November 14 Event Date on November 14 - Sponsor, purchase tickets, or donate to our annual Thanks-for-Giving Event. Purchase tickets by October 14 and receive $15 off the ticket price. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit October 20 - October 31 Archdiocesan Shared Event - A federal tax credit scholarship program for K-12 Education - Letter from Cardinal Blase Cupich - Please send a message to the Governor and ask him to opt-in to the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit. You can also call the Governor’s office directly at (217) 782-6830. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry October 20 - December 31 Consider sharing your musical gifts with the music ministry of our parish! All adult choirs are open to singers, high school age and older. We have three adult choirs and one children’s choir in the parish. We also are in need of cantors and other musicians. All new potential adult members are asked to contact David Anderson at the Music Office or Robert Valle for St. Edmund Choir. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours October 20 - October 31 Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed October 20 - October 31 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has signed on to host and provide dinner on the second and fourth Fridays of each month (October 23). We are also asked to deliver 36 bag lunches and breakfast for 30 on those evenings for guests to eat the next day. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish October 20 - October 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since the installation of the LISTEN WIFI assistive listening system in the Churches, more and more parishioners have begun using the app and are finding it helpful... We completed an evaluation of our overall sound systems at both Churches... If you are interested in lending your support to the Sound System Project, please contact David Anderson in the coming weeks. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Contemplative Prayer Saturday, October 24, 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM Community Shared Event - We practice the Christian meditation prayer on Saturdays at 8:30 AM at Ascension Church or via Zoom. Various tools include centering prayer, the Jesus prayer, the breath prayer, lectio divina, and labyrinth walking. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Rosary for Peace - Saturdays Saturday, October 24, 8:30 AM Community Shared Event - We hold the Rosary for Peace in Honor of Our Blessed Mother every Saturday after the 8:00 AM Mass at St. Giles Church. Join us and pray for peace. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More
25 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive Christmas Card Project Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Sunday Social Hour (Hospitality) at Ascension Church 9:00 Extending the Word 10:30 Children's Liturgy of the Word Month View October 25, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures October 19 - November 30 Community Shared Event - All are welcome to join us for the All Soul’s Day Masses on Monday, November 2 at 7:00 PM at Ascension and St. Giles Churches - During November, we invite everyone to bring pictures of our loved ones who have died and display them around the different shrine altars in both Churches and for the Day of the Dead altar at St. Edmund Church. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive October 20 - November 1 It's time to clean out your closets for the Ascension Knights of Columbus Annual Coat Drive! Donations can be left in the bin in the Ascension Church vestibule at any time from October 1 through November 1, or in person before Sunday Masses at Ascension on October 25. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Christmas Card Project October 20 - October 31 The Christmas cards we send mean so much to people in custody who receive them. A simple card lets them know they are not forgotten. All donations are due by October 31. Please place the donations in the box at the Ascension Church courtyard door. CLICK ON THE EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds October 20 - November 14 Event Date on November 14 - Sponsor, purchase tickets, or donate to our annual Thanks-for-Giving Event. Purchase tickets by October 14 and receive $15 off the ticket price. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit October 20 - October 31 Archdiocesan Shared Event - A federal tax credit scholarship program for K-12 Education - Letter from Cardinal Blase Cupich - Please send a message to the Governor and ask him to opt-in to the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit. You can also call the Governor’s office directly at (217) 782-6830. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry October 20 - December 31 Consider sharing your musical gifts with the music ministry of our parish! All adult choirs are open to singers, high school age and older. We have three adult choirs and one children’s choir in the parish. We also are in need of cantors and other musicians. All new potential adult members are asked to contact David Anderson at the Music Office or Robert Valle for St. Edmund Choir. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours October 20 - October 31 Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed October 20 - October 31 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has signed on to host and provide dinner on the second and fourth Fridays of each month (October 23). We are also asked to deliver 36 bag lunches and breakfast for 30 on those evenings for guests to eat the next day. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish October 20 - October 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since the installation of the LISTEN WIFI assistive listening system in the Churches, more and more parishioners have begun using the app and are finding it helpful... We completed an evaluation of our overall sound systems at both Churches... If you are interested in lending your support to the Sound System Project, please contact David Anderson in the coming weeks. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sunday Social Hour (Hospitality) at Ascension Church Sunday, October 25 Stop by after the 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM Mass for refreshments and fellowship in either the Pine Room, School Gym, or the Parish Green, depending on the weather. The Ascension Hospitality Team provides coffee and donuts following these Masses at Ascension Church. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Extending the Word Sunday, October 25, 9:00 AM This small faith group gathers every Sunday at 9:00 AM in the Ascension Parish Center Dining Room for discussion of the day's Scripture and refreshments. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Children's Liturgy of the Word Sunday, October 25, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Children's Liturgy of the Word takes place on the second and fourth Sundays of the month at the 10:30 AM Mass 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	26 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive Christmas Card Project Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish 7:00p H.O.M.E. (Honoring Our Mother Earth) Meeting 8:00p Young Adult Women's Bible Study Month View October 26, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures October 19 - November 30 Community Shared Event - All are welcome to join us for the All Soul’s Day Masses on Monday, November 2 at 7:00 PM at Ascension and St. Giles Churches - During November, we invite everyone to bring pictures of our loved ones who have died and display them around the different shrine altars in both Churches and for the Day of the Dead altar at St. Edmund Church. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive October 20 - November 1 It's time to clean out your closets for the Ascension Knights of Columbus Annual Coat Drive! Donations can be left in the bin in the Ascension Church vestibule at any time from October 1 through November 1, or in person before Sunday Masses at Ascension on October 25. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Christmas Card Project October 20 - October 31 The Christmas cards we send mean so much to people in custody who receive them. A simple card lets them know they are not forgotten. All donations are due by October 31. Please place the donations in the box at the Ascension Church courtyard door. CLICK ON THE EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds October 20 - November 14 Event Date on November 14 - Sponsor, purchase tickets, or donate to our annual Thanks-for-Giving Event. Purchase tickets by October 14 and receive $15 off the ticket price. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit October 20 - October 31 Archdiocesan Shared Event - A federal tax credit scholarship program for K-12 Education - Letter from Cardinal Blase Cupich - Please send a message to the Governor and ask him to opt-in to the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit. You can also call the Governor’s office directly at (217) 782-6830. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry October 20 - December 31 Consider sharing your musical gifts with the music ministry of our parish! All adult choirs are open to singers, high school age and older. We have three adult choirs and one children’s choir in the parish. We also are in need of cantors and other musicians. All new potential adult members are asked to contact David Anderson at the Music Office or Robert Valle for St. Edmund Choir. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours October 20 - October 31 Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed October 20 - October 31 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has signed on to host and provide dinner on the second and fourth Fridays of each month (October 23). We are also asked to deliver 36 bag lunches and breakfast for 30 on those evenings for guests to eat the next day. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish October 20 - October 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since the installation of the LISTEN WIFI assistive listening system in the Churches, more and more parishioners have begun using the app and are finding it helpful... We completed an evaluation of our overall sound systems at both Churches... If you are interested in lending your support to the Sound System Project, please contact David Anderson in the coming weeks. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More H.O.M.E. (Honoring Our Mother Earth) Meeting Monday, October 26, 7:00 PM The H.O.M.E. (Honoring Our Mother Earth) Team for Creation Care is an action ministry committed to educating, advising, and working to answer the call of Pope Francis outlined in his inspiring encyclical, Laudato Si'. We typically meet on the fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 PM at St. Edmund Campus. All are welcome! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Young Adult Women's Bible Study Monday, October 26, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Community Shared Event - The Young Adult Women’s Bible Study meets each Monday at 8:00 PM to reflect on the scriptures of the week and supports each other in their walk of faith - Text for location! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	27 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive Christmas Card Project Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish 2:00p Piano and Violin Duo Concert 4:00p Centering Prayer 7:00p Scripture - Catholic Social Teachings Month View October 27, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures October 19 - November 30 Community Shared Event - All are welcome to join us for the All Soul’s Day Masses on Monday, November 2 at 7:00 PM at Ascension and St. Giles Churches - During November, we invite everyone to bring pictures of our loved ones who have died and display them around the different shrine altars in both Churches and for the Day of the Dead altar at St. Edmund Church. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive October 20 - November 1 It's time to clean out your closets for the Ascension Knights of Columbus Annual Coat Drive! Donations can be left in the bin in the Ascension Church vestibule at any time from October 1 through November 1, or in person before Sunday Masses at Ascension on October 25. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Christmas Card Project October 20 - October 31 The Christmas cards we send mean so much to people in custody who receive them. A simple card lets them know they are not forgotten. All donations are due by October 31. Please place the donations in the box at the Ascension Church courtyard door. CLICK ON THE EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds October 20 - November 14 Event Date on November 14 - Sponsor, purchase tickets, or donate to our annual Thanks-for-Giving Event. Purchase tickets by October 14 and receive $15 off the ticket price. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit October 20 - October 31 Archdiocesan Shared Event - A federal tax credit scholarship program for K-12 Education - Letter from Cardinal Blase Cupich - Please send a message to the Governor and ask him to opt-in to the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit. You can also call the Governor’s office directly at (217) 782-6830. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry October 20 - December 31 Consider sharing your musical gifts with the music ministry of our parish! All adult choirs are open to singers, high school age and older. We have three adult choirs and one children’s choir in the parish. We also are in need of cantors and other musicians. All new potential adult members are asked to contact David Anderson at the Music Office or Robert Valle for St. Edmund Choir. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours October 20 - October 31 Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed October 20 - October 31 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has signed on to host and provide dinner on the second and fourth Fridays of each month (October 23). We are also asked to deliver 36 bag lunches and breakfast for 30 on those evenings for guests to eat the next day. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish October 20 - October 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since the installation of the LISTEN WIFI assistive listening system in the Churches, more and more parishioners have begun using the app and are finding it helpful... We completed an evaluation of our overall sound systems at both Churches... If you are interested in lending your support to the Sound System Project, please contact David Anderson in the coming weeks. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Piano and Violin Duo Concert Tuesday, October 27, 2:00 PM Community Shared Event - Chiesa Nuova, A Franciscan Ministry for Performing Arts, proudly presents: Duo Castellani-Rossetti, Paolo Castellani, violin and Michelle Rossetti, piano - October 27 at 2:00 PM and October 29 at 7:30 PM at Ascension Church - Free will offering at all concerts - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Centering Prayer Tuesday, October 27, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM Community Shared Event - Join us on Tuesdays at 4:00 PM at St. Edmund Church to deepen your relationship with God; learn how to handle distractions while praying; find support and nourishment for your prayer life; experience community and share spiritual insights. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Scripture - Catholic Social Teachings Tuesday, October 27, 7:00 PM Community Shared Event - Scripture As Our Basis for Catholic Social Justice with Eric Hendry, PhD on October 13, 20 and 27, 2026 - What Catholics are called to do in the world to help build the Reign of God is the heart of the Catholic Social Teachings, which can be grouped in seven focuses... Through thoughtful input and discussion, this series will help participants understand the connection of Catholic Social Teaching to the Bible. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	28 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive Christmas Card Project Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Month View October 28, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures October 19 - November 30 Community Shared Event - All are welcome to join us for the All Soul’s Day Masses on Monday, November 2 at 7:00 PM at Ascension and St. Giles Churches - During November, we invite everyone to bring pictures of our loved ones who have died and display them around the different shrine altars in both Churches and for the Day of the Dead altar at St. Edmund Church. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive October 20 - November 1 It's time to clean out your closets for the Ascension Knights of Columbus Annual Coat Drive! Donations can be left in the bin in the Ascension Church vestibule at any time from October 1 through November 1, or in person before Sunday Masses at Ascension on October 25. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Christmas Card Project October 20 - October 31 The Christmas cards we send mean so much to people in custody who receive them. A simple card lets them know they are not forgotten. All donations are due by October 31. Please place the donations in the box at the Ascension Church courtyard door. CLICK ON THE EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds October 20 - November 14 Event Date on November 14 - Sponsor, purchase tickets, or donate to our annual Thanks-for-Giving Event. Purchase tickets by October 14 and receive $15 off the ticket price. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit October 20 - October 31 Archdiocesan Shared Event - A federal tax credit scholarship program for K-12 Education - Letter from Cardinal Blase Cupich - Please send a message to the Governor and ask him to opt-in to the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit. You can also call the Governor’s office directly at (217) 782-6830. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry October 20 - December 31 Consider sharing your musical gifts with the music ministry of our parish! All adult choirs are open to singers, high school age and older. We have three adult choirs and one children’s choir in the parish. We also are in need of cantors and other musicians. All new potential adult members are asked to contact David Anderson at the Music Office or Robert Valle for St. Edmund Choir. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours October 20 - October 31 Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed October 20 - October 31 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has signed on to host and provide dinner on the second and fourth Fridays of each month (October 23). We are also asked to deliver 36 bag lunches and breakfast for 30 on those evenings for guests to eat the next day. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish October 20 - October 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since the installation of the LISTEN WIFI assistive listening system in the Churches, more and more parishioners have begun using the app and are finding it helpful... We completed an evaluation of our overall sound systems at both Churches... If you are interested in lending your support to the Sound System Project, please contact David Anderson in the coming weeks. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	29 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive Christmas Card Project Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish 9:30 Bible Study on Zoom 7:00p Eucharistic Adoration 7:30p Piano and Violin Duo Concert 7:30p Surviving Divorce Program Month View October 29, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures October 19 - November 30 Community Shared Event - All are welcome to join us for the All Soul’s Day Masses on Monday, November 2 at 7:00 PM at Ascension and St. Giles Churches - During November, we invite everyone to bring pictures of our loved ones who have died and display them around the different shrine altars in both Churches and for the Day of the Dead altar at St. Edmund Church. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive October 20 - November 1 It's time to clean out your closets for the Ascension Knights of Columbus Annual Coat Drive! Donations can be left in the bin in the Ascension Church vestibule at any time from October 1 through November 1, or in person before Sunday Masses at Ascension on October 25. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Christmas Card Project October 20 - October 31 The Christmas cards we send mean so much to people in custody who receive them. A simple card lets them know they are not forgotten. All donations are due by October 31. Please place the donations in the box at the Ascension Church courtyard door. CLICK ON THE EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds October 20 - November 14 Event Date on November 14 - Sponsor, purchase tickets, or donate to our annual Thanks-for-Giving Event. Purchase tickets by October 14 and receive $15 off the ticket price. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit October 20 - October 31 Archdiocesan Shared Event - A federal tax credit scholarship program for K-12 Education - Letter from Cardinal Blase Cupich - Please send a message to the Governor and ask him to opt-in to the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit. You can also call the Governor’s office directly at (217) 782-6830. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry October 20 - December 31 Consider sharing your musical gifts with the music ministry of our parish! All adult choirs are open to singers, high school age and older. We have three adult choirs and one children’s choir in the parish. We also are in need of cantors and other musicians. All new potential adult members are asked to contact David Anderson at the Music Office or Robert Valle for St. Edmund Choir. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours October 20 - October 31 Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed October 20 - October 31 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has signed on to host and provide dinner on the second and fourth Fridays of each month (October 23). We are also asked to deliver 36 bag lunches and breakfast for 30 on those evenings for guests to eat the next day. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish October 20 - October 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since the installation of the LISTEN WIFI assistive listening system in the Churches, more and more parishioners have begun using the app and are finding it helpful... We completed an evaluation of our overall sound systems at both Churches... If you are interested in lending your support to the Sound System Project, please contact David Anderson in the coming weeks. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Bible Study on Zoom Thursday, October 29, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM We meet on Thursdays at 9:30 AM via Zoom to discuss the following Sunday's readings and a chapter or two from one of the books of the Bible. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Eucharistic Adoration Thursday, October 29, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Community Shared Event - Everyone is invited to an hour of Eucharistic Adoration held every Thursday at 7:00 PM in St. Giles Church. This is your time to receive the actual grace and mercy of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Piano and Violin Duo Concert Thursday, October 29, 7:30 PM Community Shared Event - Chiesa Nuova, A Franciscan Ministry for Performing Arts, proudly presents: Duo Castellani-Rossetti, Paolo Castellani, violin and Michelle Rossetti, piano - October 27 at 2:00 PM and October 29 at 7:30 PM at Ascension Church - Free will offering at all concerts - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Surviving Divorce Program Thursday, October 29, 7:30 PM Community Shared Event - Surviving Divorce was created to bring hope and healing to those who have experienced the pain and loneliness of a broken marriage. Meetings are held on some Thursdays at 7:30 PM at Saint Giles Campus. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	30 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive Christmas Card Project Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish 7:00p Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Month View October 30, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures October 19 - November 30 Community Shared Event - All are welcome to join us for the All Soul’s Day Masses on Monday, November 2 at 7:00 PM at Ascension and St. Giles Churches - During November, we invite everyone to bring pictures of our loved ones who have died and display them around the different shrine altars in both Churches and for the Day of the Dead altar at St. Edmund Church. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive October 20 - November 1 It's time to clean out your closets for the Ascension Knights of Columbus Annual Coat Drive! Donations can be left in the bin in the Ascension Church vestibule at any time from October 1 through November 1, or in person before Sunday Masses at Ascension on October 25. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Christmas Card Project October 20 - October 31 The Christmas cards we send mean so much to people in custody who receive them. A simple card lets them know they are not forgotten. All donations are due by October 31. Please place the donations in the box at the Ascension Church courtyard door. CLICK ON THE EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds October 20 - November 14 Event Date on November 14 - Sponsor, purchase tickets, or donate to our annual Thanks-for-Giving Event. Purchase tickets by October 14 and receive $15 off the ticket price. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit October 20 - October 31 Archdiocesan Shared Event - A federal tax credit scholarship program for K-12 Education - Letter from Cardinal Blase Cupich - Please send a message to the Governor and ask him to opt-in to the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit. You can also call the Governor’s office directly at (217) 782-6830. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry October 20 - December 31 Consider sharing your musical gifts with the music ministry of our parish! All adult choirs are open to singers, high school age and older. We have three adult choirs and one children’s choir in the parish. We also are in need of cantors and other musicians. All new potential adult members are asked to contact David Anderson at the Music Office or Robert Valle for St. Edmund Choir. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours October 20 - October 31 Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed October 20 - October 31 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has signed on to host and provide dinner on the second and fourth Fridays of each month (October 23). We are also asked to deliver 36 bag lunches and breakfast for 30 on those evenings for guests to eat the next day. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish October 20 - October 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since the installation of the LISTEN WIFI assistive listening system in the Churches, more and more parishioners have begun using the app and are finding it helpful... We completed an evaluation of our overall sound systems at both Churches... If you are interested in lending your support to the Sound System Project, please contact David Anderson in the coming weeks. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Friday, October 30, 7:00 PM Community Shared Event - Join Deacon Kevin and Marci Morgan (St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles) on Zoom to pray the Rosary on Friday evenings at 7:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	31 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive Christmas Card Project Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Diaper Collection 8:30 Contemplative Prayer 8:30 Rosary for Peace - Saturdays 6:00p Soup and Bread... at St. Edmund Church Month View October 31, 2026 Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 October 1 - October 31 Spirit and Light hared Event - Religious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Second Saturday 5:00 PM Evening Masses at Ascension October 1 - October 31 Beginning in October and going through May, on the second Saturday of each of those months our Saturday evening 5:00 PM Mass will be celebrated at our Ascension Church site... Accommodating this is simply a gesture of goodwill and a bridge builder to honor many who have made the transition to St. Edmund but who also have a desire to worship now and then on a Saturday night at Ascension Church, which before unification was their Mass preference... CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Toiletries Collection for Sarah’s Inn October 1 - October 31 During October, Ascension and St. Edmund Parish will be supporting Sarah's Inn in Forest Park. We will be collecting full-sized soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and feminine products for the women and children living at Sarah’s Inn. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More November, the Month of Remembrance - All Souls' Day - Invitation to Bring Pictures October 19 - November 30 Community Shared Event - All are welcome to join us for the All Soul’s Day Masses on Monday, November 2 at 7:00 PM at Ascension and St. Giles Churches - During November, we invite everyone to bring pictures of our loved ones who have died and display them around the different shrine altars in both Churches and for the Day of the Dead altar at St. Edmund Church. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Knights Coat Drive October 20 - November 1 It's time to clean out your closets for the Ascension Knights of Columbus Annual Coat Drive! Donations can be left in the bin in the Ascension Church vestibule at any time from October 1 through November 1, or in person before Sunday Masses at Ascension on October 25. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Christmas Card Project October 20 - October 31 The Christmas cards we send mean so much to people in custody who receive them. A simple card lets them know they are not forgotten. All donations are due by October 31. Please place the donations in the box at the Ascension Church courtyard door. CLICK ON THE EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Ascension School Fundraiser - Denim and Diamonds October 20 - November 14 Event Date on November 14 - Sponsor, purchase tickets, or donate to our annual Thanks-for-Giving Event. Purchase tickets by October 14 and receive $15 off the ticket price. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Request to Act for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit October 20 - October 31 Archdiocesan Shared Event - A federal tax credit scholarship program for K-12 Education - Letter from Cardinal Blase Cupich - Please send a message to the Governor and ask him to opt-in to the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit. You can also call the Governor’s office directly at (217) 782-6830. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the Ascension and St. Edmund Music Ministry October 20 - December 31 Consider sharing your musical gifts with the music ministry of our parish! All adult choirs are open to singers, high school age and older. We have three adult choirs and one children’s choir in the parish. We also are in need of cantors and other musicians. All new potential adult members are asked to contact David Anderson at the Music Office or Robert Valle for St. Edmund Choir. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Tours October 20 - October 31 Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed October 20 - October 31 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has signed on to host and provide dinner on the second and fourth Fridays of each month (October 23). We are also asked to deliver 36 bag lunches and breakfast for 30 on those evenings for guests to eat the next day. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish October 20 - October 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since the installation of the LISTEN WIFI assistive listening system in the Churches, more and more parishioners have begun using the app and are finding it helpful... We completed an evaluation of our overall sound systems at both Churches... If you are interested in lending your support to the Sound System Project, please contact David Anderson in the coming weeks. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Diaper Collection October 31 - November 1 The Knights of Columbus and the St. Edmund Diaper Ministry collect diapers and other items on the first weekend of the month for The Neighborhood Bridge, Housing Forward, and Beyond Hunger. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Contemplative Prayer Saturday, October 31, 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM Community Shared Event - We practice the Christian meditation prayer on Saturdays at 8:30 AM at Ascension Church or via Zoom. Various tools include centering prayer, the Jesus prayer, the breath prayer, lectio divina, and labyrinth walking. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Rosary for Peace - Saturdays Saturday, October 31, 8:30 AM Community Shared Event - We hold the Rosary for Peace in Honor of Our Blessed Mother every Saturday after the 8:00 AM Mass at St. Giles Church. Join us and pray for peace. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Soup and Bread... at St. Edmund Church Saturday, October 31, 6:00 PM Join us for Soup and Bread on the last Saturday of the month following the 5:00 PM Mass in Murphy Hall. Home made soups and bread are served. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More