ministry directory
Engagement
Welcome and engage parishioners at every stage on their faith journey.
Ambassadors - Social group for parishioners over 50.
Ascension Ladies Bridge Group - Social Bridge for Fun!
Athletic Association - Honor God Through Sports.
Get ‘er Done Guys and Gals - Assists in making minor repairs around the Parish.
Greeters - Make Ascension a warm, inviting house of worship by greeting parishioners prior to Mass.
Knights of Columbus - Men’s group working to make a difference in the lives of those in need.
Ladies Auxiliary - Women’s group striving to be a positive influence in their families, Parish and community (works in cooperation with the Knights of Columbus).
Parish Partners - Welcomes new parishioners, providing them with any needed information.
Prayer Line Warriors - Pray for the prayer requests of parishioners.
Scouts - Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and Venturing.
Young Adults - An opportunity for those 18-39 to grow in faith, build community, and connect with other young adults.
Contact: engagementcommission@asc.church
Liturgical Life
Foster a great sense of community through the Liturgical Life of the parish.
Adoration - A form of Catholic prayer where we adore Jesus Christ’s physical presence in the Blessed Sacrament.
Altar Servers - Provide assistance to the priests during Mass.
Altar Society - Making the house of the Lord welcoming by cleaning the church, laundering altar linens, etc.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word - Sharing the Gospel message with young children during 9:15 and 10:45 Sunday Mass.
Divine Mercy - Leading and educating people on the power of praying the The Chaplet of Divine Mercy.
Eucharistic Ministers - Assist with distributing Holy Communion at Mass.
Lectors - Proclaim the Word of God during Mass.
Little Church Flower Ministry - Create floral arrangements to be displayed in the Little Church, honoring the Holy Family.
Little Lambs - Sunday School for preschool children.
Live Stream Operators - Operate the equipment which live-streams daily & Sunday Mass.
Music Department - Provide liturgical music.
Pilgrim Statue of Our Lady of Fatima - Increase devotion to Our Lady of Fatima and the Rosary.
PSR - Parents' Support for Religious Education of Youth.
Quilting and Sewing Group - Design & make quilts, altar cloths, etc.
Senior Living Ministry - Bring Communion to and converse with residents at several local senior centers.
Ushers - Assist parishioners in finding seats, take up the collection, & bring the gifts to the altar.
Young Family Holy “Hour” - Join other young families in a short time of Adoration followed by socializing.
Contact: liturgicallifecommission@asc.church
New Evangelization
Foster a strong devotion to Christ and cultivate opportunities for spiritual growth.
ABC (Ascension Bereavement Community) - Supporting those mourning the loss of a loved one.
Creating Catholic Experiences in Motherhood - Give your kids a Catholic identity!
Legion of Mary (Thursday afternoon)- Women glorifying God through Mary, prayer, and service.
Legion of Mary (Saturday morning)- Women glorifying God through Mary, prayer, and service.
Martha’s Guild - Provides and serves funeral lunches.
Men’s 55 - 55 minute scripture study.
Men’s Awakening - A video based study of everything Catholic.
OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults; formerly RCIA) - Learn more about the Catholic faith.
OCIT (Order of Christian Initiation for Teens; formerly RCIT) - Learn more about the Catholic faith.
Padre Pio Prayer Group - Prayer group fostering devotion to Padre Pio.
Prayer Shawl Ministry - Knit or crochet for those who need comfort.
Small Faith Groups - Develop a deeper relationship with Christ in a small group (under 10).
Regular Joes - Small faith group for men drawing inspiration from St. Joseph.
Women of the Word (Thursday morning) - Women’s faith group/bible study.
Women of the Word (Wednesday evening) - Women’s faith group/bible study.
Youth Ministry (Middle School & High School) - Teen program.
Contact: cfoeldi@ascensionchesterfield.org
Social Justice
Help foster a culture of life and dignity for every person.
Casserole Bakers - Bake a casserole which will be delivered to a food pantry or soup kitchen!
Foodbank Volunteers - Volunteer with other Ascension parishioners at the St Louis Foodbank.
Green Team - Promoting environmental awareness and our call to care for God’s Creation.
Mental Health Awareness Committee - Working to eliminate the stigma surrounding Mental Health.
Reach Out - Collecting food, clothing, and monetary donations for the less fortunate in St. Louis.
Respect Life Committee - Standing up for the pre-born and their mothers.
- 40 Days for Life - Peacefully praying outside Planned Parenthood for an end to abortion.
St. Vincent de Paul - Offering assistance and hope to our Neighbors-in-Need.
- Ascension Food Pantry - (Bilingual volunteers especially needed!)
- Feeding the Homeless at Saints Peter & Paul - Make meals for the homeless @ Sts Peter & Paul.
- St. Nicholas Food Pantry (Wait list only.)
Contact: socialjusticecommission@asc.church
