Katherine Franker
Katherine joined the Ascension staff in August of 2025. As a Curate, Katherine is being trained in pastoral ministry as she completes her ordination process. Along with her training, Katherine is leading the Special Needs ministry at Ascension, and planning the St. Nick’s Night Market. Katherine is passionate about teaching and loves serving in the church wherever there is a need.
Katherine grew up in Minnesota and became a Christian at eleven years old. After attending Wheaton college, she moved to Texas to attend Baylor University’s Truett Seminary. Katherine earned her MDiv and a MSEd in Curriculum and Instruction at Baylor, and she is excited to put them to use at Ascension.
Katherine enjoys embroidery, gardening, and reading old mystery novels. Both Katherine and her husband Josh like to host people for dinner at their house. But most of all, Katherine loves to hear and tell stories of how Jesus changes lives.
Katherine Franker, Curate