Sowing the Gospel Together

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Our Story

The vision for Ascent birthed when a group of church leaders gathered to discern the most important needs for the future of gospel in North America, and to pray to God about what to do in response.  What emerged is the compelling conviction that the church needs an innovative movement, anchored in the historic, global witness of the gospel, for the future of mission in North America.


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.

Welcome to ascent

Our Vision

to sow the Gospel in North America and throughout the World


Our Missi0n

to create a thriving Collaborative Connection for the Church to live out the Great Commission in Today’s Context

Our partners

Testimonials

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"Ascent is a sign of hope. Kingdom-focused, Gospel-driven connection with resources reflective of historic theological convictions without denominational divisions. I'm excited to see how God uses & grows this movement."

Rev. Kelly Legg | Senior Pastor

West Shore Church

Camp Hill, PA

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“The Ascent movement is the ‘new wineskin for new wine’ we’ve sought. I am convinced churches need connection beyond themselves, especially as we seek to meet the challenges of sharing the eternal gospel in a time of radical changes at warp speed. Ascent is a new network that addresses these challenges and provides support to meet them in ways our other connections do not.”

David Blackwell | Senior Pastor

Florence-Carlton Community Church, Florence, MT

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"After serving as district superintendent for six years, I must say that I was deeply impressed by the emphasis Ascent places on each leader’s spiritual life and formation, which transcends the tasks we perform as pastors and spiritual leaders."

Carlos Rosa-Laguer | Pastor/Church Planter 

Jesus Esperanza Viva

Rochester, NY

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“In this kairos moment, Ascent is hands down the best bet we have to equip and resource the people of God to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus so that we might see a renewal that only the Holy Spirit could ignite.”

Pastor Brian Johnson | Executive Minister

American Baptist Churches of Michigan, Lansing MI

News & Articles

New Congregation Profile: Reimagining Church for a New Generation – inSPIRE Church

By Faith and Field Staff • July 16, 2026
inSPIRE Church in Canmore, Alberta

Mustard Seed Faith in Rural Places

By Faith and Field Staff • July 13, 2026
Spotlight on Florence Carlton Community Church 

Webinar- Raising People Up: Leadership Development for Small and Rural Churches

By Ascent Movement • April 21, 2026
What if leadership wasn’t just about keeping things going?

Purpose Church Launches in Magnolia, Delaware with a Vision to Help People Discover God’s Purpose for Their Lives

By Ascent • November 6, 2025
Magnolia, DE-

Vital Preschools- A Movement in the Making

April 7, 2025
In a crowded room at Columbia Church in Falls Church, VA, a BGAV-participating congregation, something powerful was taking shape—more than a training, more than a gathering. It was a movement.

New Disciple-Making Project Launching in Rochester, NY!

By Chris Backert • December 2, 2024
Ascent is excited to be partnering with Rev. Carlos and Rosa Laguer in starting a new mission initiative in the heart of Rochester, NY. Carlos is a former District Superintendent of the Upper New York Conference of the United Methodist Church and brings decades of experience and gifts to this new role. Ascent leaders are grateful for the opportunity to work with a leaders of Carlos and Rosa's experience, humility, and capacity. Jesus Living Hope is a ministry inspired by the heart of God, dedicated to seeking and restoring people who have been marginalized and displaced by traditional structures and religious culture. They will focus on reaching the second and third generations of believers who have felt distant from the Gospel and they are committed to reaching and healing men and women who are wounded and, in many cases, have felt abandoned in their spiritual journey. With a simple message deeply inspired by the manifold grace of God, Jesus Living Hope seeks to awaken the restoring and sanctifying power of God in each life, revealed in Christ Jesus. Rev. Carlos shared that they have a particular heart to extend their mission to thousands of single-parent families and those with non-traditional family structures throughout the Rochester metro area, bringing hope and spiritual renewal to those who need it most. Jesus Living Hope has been in the process of building a core team for the last several months and began monthly preview services this Fall. Please pray for Jesus Living Hope as they grow their public presence throughout the Advent Season and into 2025! If you have an interest in becoming a mission partner with Jesus Living Hope, please reach out at info@ascentmovement.org
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Events

ASCENT ARTS COHORTS

(7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. EST)


July 15 - Winfield Bevins

August 19 - Linda Stratford

September 16 - Kurt Caddy

October 21 - Winfield Bevins


prayer calls

(Tuesdays at 12:00 p.m. EST and 7:00 p.m. EST)



July 28

September 1

September 29

November 3

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