After decades of struggle due to the Great Depression and WW2, Ascension Mission eventually closed. A complete history entitled “An Ascension in the Desert” may be found in the church office.

1945
Written By Natalie Van De Veire
Natalie Van De Veire
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Rev. Francis M. Hamilton revives the sleeping mission in Chandler and on Saint Matthew’s Day held the first service of Holy Communion with the remnant group from Ascension.
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The congregation began its life as Ascension Mission at the local Chamber of Commerce.