Who We Are
First of all, it’s not about us.
It’s about an encounter with the living God.
For the past 20 years, everything we have done at Ascension has been aimed to help Catholics have that encounter.
From our Bible studies to our sacramental prep programs, from our Q&A-style books to our free online videos, everything has been focused on that encounter.
That is the longing of our hearts, and the longing of every heart until it rests in God.
After helping over 10,000,000 Catholics and 8,000 parishes, and producing more than 50 faith formation programs, we believe that the “secret” to an encounter with God really isn’t so secret … it can all be found in the promise made by Jesus himself:
For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in the midst of them —Matthew 18:20
That’s a promise. And it’s a promise from the highest source there is, a promise from the God who never breaks his word.
So we do the best thing any sinner can do in this world; we trust the promise of God; and we base our programs and studies on that promise.
When you run an Ascension program, you are acting on your trust in that promise. You are meeting in a group in the name of Jesus, in the name of understanding his Word, trusting—as we do—in the power of God’s promise that he will truly be present in your midst.
That’s not a light thing to say.
But we didn’t say it.
God did.
Whether you’re just starting out on your faith journey or well along the road, we have something for you because we have been there, too.
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Mission
Our Mission is to present the truth and beauty of the Catholic Faith as the path to a fulfilled life and authentic happiness. We share valuable resources, create powerful media, and build communities to answer the longings of the human heart with the transformative power of the Gospel.
Core Values
Humility: Be humble
We respect the opinions and God-given gifts of others. We put our collective talents toward the greater good, and we seek only the answer that is best – not the one that is our own.
“Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.” (Matthew 23:12)
Passion: Be passionate
We are driven by a passion to help people build their personal relationship with Jesus Christ. We share the truth and beauty of the Catholic Faith in all our interactions with others.
“Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will be established.” (Proverbs 19:21)
Integrity: Inspire integrity
Our communications with each other are honest and direct. We have the courage to speak our true thoughts freely and openly, even when it is difficult.
“And as you wish that men would do to you, do so t