CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION
REQUEST FOR USE OF CHURCH FACILITIES
(757) 423-6715 fax (757) 961-7587
I request that the following named commission/committee/group:
______________________________________________________be permitted to use:
( ) Sanctuary ( ) Conference Room ( ) Lounge ( ) Rose Hall ( ) Kitchen
( ) Scout Room ( ) EYC Room ( ) Rite 13 Room ( ) Ward Chapel
( ) Other __________________________________________________________
Fees may apply, inquire further, if concerned.
Meeting Date (s) : ______________________________
Meeting Time: Set up time:__________________
Actual start time:______________
End time:____________________
Frequency: Once Weekly Monthly (CIRCLE)
Special requirements: Table/Chair arrangement (A DIAGRAM helps -- please use reverse):
The person making this request herein assumes liability for the cleanliness of the meeting area(s) as well as the security of the Church building and will utilize the “After Meeting Sign-off form for closing the Church,” especially when their group is the last to leave.
Requesters Name: (Please Print Clearly)______________________________________
Address: ______________________________________________________________
Phone # Day: ______________________ Evening: _____________________
I understand that I am responsible for making the necessary arrangements for accessing the building. If provided a key, I agree to leave it in a designated place at the conclusion of my event.
Signature of Requester ___________________________________ Date: ________
Church Representative____________________________________ Date: ________
Signature
( ) Approved ( ) Disapproved
Remarks:___________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
Fees for Church Rentals
Kitchen -- $75.00 Organist -- $150.00 Rose Hall -- $150.00
Sanctuary -- $150.00 Conference Rm. -- $50.00 Sexton -- $50.00
The Church of the Ascension is a “smoke free” Building.
Softball
Ascension Angels softball team is an annual event in the late spring. We play other local churches in a Norfolk Church league. Players of all abilities are welcome.
Supper Club
Groups of 6-8 adults gather for good food and friendship in homes.
Young Adults (20s and 30s)
The young adults group meets once a month in the home of one of our members. We share a meal and explore issues of faith and spirituality.
Acolytes
The acolytes light the candles, carry the cross and torches during the worship service processions, help with the offerings, and assist the priest at the altar during Holy Communion. Anyone age 9 or older is welcome.
Altar Guild
Members prepare for the services of the church by caring for the altar, linens, vestments, vessels, and decorations for special occasions.
Choir
The adult choir sings at the 11:00 a.m. Sunday service and rehearses on Thursday evenings. The group welcomes volunteers.
Flower Guild
Volunteers arrange flowers weekly for the retable. They also make special arrangements to be sold at various church functions.
Handbells
The Handbell Choir is a component of the Choir Ministries at the Church of the Ascension. Handbells offer the opportunity to provide an additional “voice” to the worship service in close collaboration with the Adult Choir
Lay Eucharistic Ministers
Lay Eucharistic Ministers are available to take Holy Communion to members who are unable to attend services at the church.
Lay Readers and Chalicers
Lay Readers read the lessons and psalm for the week. Chalicers licensed by the bishop read lessons, prayers and administer the cup of consecrated wine. This group meets every third Saturday at 7:30 a.m. for Holy Communion and breakfast in addition to a short program.
Senior EYC
EYC stands for Episcopal Youth Community.
The Senior EYC group is open to young people in grades 9 through 12. Meetings are held on most Sunday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and include food, fun, fellowship, and programs. Members also attend Convocation and Diocesan events.
Junior EYC
The Junior EYC is open to all in grades 6 through 8 and meets most Sunday evenings from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. We try to do something fun “outside” the church once a month.
Scouts
Daisy Troop 4159
- meets Mondays 5:30-7:00 pm
Brownie Troop 914 - meets twice a month on Mondays 5:30-6:30 pm
Junior Troop 960 - meets weekly on Mondays from 5:30-7 :00 pm
Cadette/Senior Troop 420 - meets weekly on Tuesdays from 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Cub Scout Pack 28 - meets weekly on Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm