Our History
We praise God for his work in us since 1843.
The Church of the Ascension began its journey on November 28, 1843, when a small group of concerned local Episcopalians met for the purpose of organizing a congregation in Westminster, which at the time was a small village with a population of approximately 500. In May 1844, the Diocesan Convention, held in Baltimore, voted to grant the formal organization of the “Parish of Ascension.” Fundraising began and in August 1844 ground was broken on our Stone Church. In May 1846, on Ascension Day, Church of the Ascension was consecrated.
Stone Church "Then"
This original building, now affectionately referred to as the Stone Church, exemplifies the Neo-Gothic architectural style advocated by the Ecclesiological Society in the 19th century. The Stone Church has been modified only slightly in the past 170-plus years, and is recognized as an historic property by the Maryland Historical Trust.
Welcome to Church of the Ascension
Connect - Grow - Serve
Whoever you are, wherever you are from or wherever you are on your journey, there is a place for you at Ascension. Ascension provides the opportunities to Connect with God and one another, Grow in faith and understanding, and Serve one another and the world around us. This website provides information about all the opportunities available for worship, friendship, service, spiritual support, etc. Please feel free to call or email us. Our desire is to be a Christ-centered, Spirit-filled, and Mission- minded family of faith so reflecting the life of Christ that we may draw all people to Him.
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Worship Schedule
All of our worship services include scripture readings, sermons, prayers, Holy Communion, anointing and prayers for healing.
Sunday Services
The Diocese of Maryland is in the Orange Phase of the COVID-19 Safeguards.
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All worshippers must wear masks properly while inside any Church buildings (small children are the exception)
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Communion will continue in one kind only -- the Sacred Bread
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Masked congregational singing is now permitted. We continue to rely on our ensembles and song leaders to help sustain our music and singing
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Social distancing and hand sanitizing is highly encouraged
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Serving of any food is suspended for now
Our weekly worship service is offered at 10:15 am via Zoom and Facebook.
8:00 am worship services in the Stone Church have resumed.
Please, email us at churchoftheascension@gmail.com for the ZOOM link.
Click HERE to read our commitment to safety.
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