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.
Monthly Events
June 2023
Themed Potluck Lunch
Friday, June 16
12:00 pm
June 16: Stuff It
Bring anything that can be stuffed.
The Fellowship Committee will host potluck themed lunches every third Friday of the month at 12:00 pm. Join us for a fun time of food and community! Show off your cooking skills with a different theme each month. Plates, flatware, etc. will be provided.
Book Club for High School Youth
Sunday, June 18
6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Pizza and Drinks provided!
Contact: Roberta Gore
Future date:
July 23
July 2023
Community Cookout and Toy Swap
Tuesday, July 18
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Themed Potluck Lunch
Friday, July 21
12:00 pm
July 21: Vegetable
Bring a dish that includes a vegetable.
The Fellowship Committee will host potluck themed lunches every third Friday of the month at 12:00 pm. Join us for a fun time of food and community! Show off your cooking skills with a different theme each month. Plates, flatware, etc. will be provided.
Book Club for High School Youth
Sunday, July 23
6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Pizza and Drinks provided!
Contact: Roberta Gore
August 2023
Events Dates Times - TBD
September 2023
Events Dates Times - TBD