Dear friends,  
 
Back in May Jacqui and I had the privilege to be invited to Peru by Compassion International to look at their work there. It was an amazing experience which affected us deeply. We saw the impact that Compassion's child sponsorship p | read more

On Saturday 5th November, Ascension church in Balham hosted the first ever family GodVenture event for families with children under 5.  
 
The large, un-pewed church sanctuary provided ample space for a flexible session with four zones for families t | read more

About a year ago, we were looking for something to do one Saturday morning with our boys. Something fun, easy, local, and cheap, which didn't involve making yet another trip to the common to feed the ducks.  
 
Sam Jones, who at that time was a | read more

This summer, from 20 July to 2 August a team of young people from Ascension went out to Moldova to take part in Operation Mobilisation’s two week Love Moldova short term mission trip. Here are some stories from the group about their time there.  
 
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‘What a good idea!’ said many of the pensioners from the Balham area at the end of a cruise on HMS Balham 22-26th August. Balham does not measure up to places like the Caribbean or the Mediterranean for setting off on a cruise, but several local chu | read more

Like the grey clouds that heralded the morning of Thursday 11 August, worried thoughts crossed the mind of the honorary curate at Ascension as he thought about the tea party planned for later that day at Queen Elizabeth House in Nightingale Lane. Wo | read more

Hopefully you were lucky enough to attend the Summer Jam, a live music event hosted by the youth of Ascension to raise money for the charity Operation Mobilisation in Moldova. It took place on Saturday June 25th and showcased some exciting new live m | read more

You could be our next Ministry Assistant.  
 
You would work alongside our ministry and operations teams for one year gaining experience and training in local parish ministry and exploring what God might be calling you to in the future.  
 
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Our Church weekend away Life to the Full is going to be fantastic - don't miss this chance to spend time with God, meet new people and get away with your friends.  
 
Bookings close on Sunday 16 January so fill in your booking form and send it | read more

We’re looking for an exceptional individual to lead our Children, Youth and Families Team of staff and volunteers engaging young people in evangelistic, discipleship and mentoring programmes. You will share in the hands-on ministry, especially the gr | read more

Becky Johnson our Children’s and Youth Team Leader is going to be leaving us from 20 December. Although we will be sad to see her go we are really excited about her plans for the future. Becky will be joining Operation Mobilisation (OM) Moldova sup | read more

At our 11.00 am and 6.00 pm services from 19 September to 17 October, we’re going to be looking at what it means to be followers of Jesus the rest of the week, through the "God at Work" sermon series.  
 
Make the series as relevant and useful as poss | read more

During August, the regular life of Ascension takes a well-earned breather—a 'sabbatical' from the busy activity of the rest of the year and a chance to regroup, rest and come to September with fresh energy.  
 
So in August we won’t be running:  
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It is with a very heavy heart that I have to tell you that Paul passed away peacefully yesterday after a long and heroic battle with cancer.  
 
Paul was a key leader and person of influence here at Ascension over many years. He served twice as | read more including 4 comments

Stephen Hance, the vicar of Ascension, will be on sabbatical and then holiday from 19 April until 31 August, for refreshment and renewal after 17 years of ordained ministry. Eleven of these years have been here at Ascension.  
 
Please pray for him a | read more

Welcome to the brand new website for Ascension Balham Hill!  
 
As well as the obvious fresh new look, the improved website offers the following new features that help take Ascension's web presence to the next level.  
 
Dynamic events diary - e | read more including 2 comments