In December, our ABCOPAD Regional Board voted to partner with the Ascent Movement. The Ascent Movement brings together a network of ministries with one shared vision: to evangelize North America. The Ascent Home Page states, " We are passionate about engaging the growing de-churched, un-churched, never-churched community AND engaging all the peoples of the world that are finding their way into our cities, towns, and neighborhoods. It is our joy to partner with you toward this awesome task of living out the great commission locally, regionally, nationally, and globally.” https://www.ascentmovement.org/

Chris Backert, Senior Director for the Ascent Movement, and I are excited to announce the 2025 Steeple to the Street Event, taking place this September in ABCOPAD. This will be an opportunity for the pastors and congregational leaders of our region to learn more about Ascent and the resources it has to offer. Chris shared this message along with links to the registration page and a short survey. Chris and I look forward to seeing you this September. -Mark Mahserjian-Smith

With a desire to make sure that this event takes into careful consideration the needs of the leaders and congregations throughout ABCOPAD, we have developed a quick survey to fill out. We want to make sure that the schedule and content are tailored (as best we can) to your needs as our partner in this endeavor. If you would take a minute to answer these few brief questions, it will help us craft the best experience possible for you and ensure that care for the issues you are facing is given in the planning.