Ascension Food Pantry under the Patronage of St. Anthony of Padua
Ascension’s Food Pantry was established by parishioners to address food insecurity in our neighborhood. Each month Ascension's food pantry provides 160-190 individuals, predominantly senior citizens, with grocery bags of non-perishable food items and toiletries not covered by government assistance programs. On the first Saturday of each month, volunteers gather at 9 a.m. in St. Michael’s Hall to assemble grocery bags for distribution. New volunteers are always invited to join. For more information, please contact the Parish Office at
St. Chrys’ Closet
St. Chrys' Closet opened its door in August 2024 to assist newly arrived migrants. St. Chrys' Closet is open each Wednesday from 10 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. You can learn more about the program in a recent Episcopal News Agency article. For more information on how to donate items or volunteer, please contact Liz Kohlbeck at
Seasonal Opportunities
Throughout the year, the parish organizes service opportunities to support local non-profit agencies and their clients. Recent service opportunities have included preparing dinners and participating in holiday collection drives. To learn more about upcoming service opportunities, sign-up for our newsletter.