Welcome to Ascension!
The Church of the Ascension is a diverse and welcoming Episcopal Church located in Chicago’s vibrant Gold Coast neighborhood. Part of the world-wide Anglican Communion, we are grounded in rich Anglo-Catholic traditions in which we encounter God’s abundant grace and love for us and for the world. Wherever you are in your life with God – hesitant searcher or long-time churchgoer – we pray that you may find a spiritual home with us at the Church of the Ascension. Please join us soon, either in person or remotely via our live-stream on Facebook and YouTube.
The Church of the Ascension is a diverse and welcoming Episcopal Church located in Chicago’s vibrant Gold Coast neighborhood. Part of the world-wide Anglican Communion, we are grounded in rich Anglo-Catholic traditions in which we encounter God’s abundant grace and love for us and for the world. Wherever you are in your life with God – hesitant searcher or long-time churchgoer – we pray that you may find a spiritual home with us at the Church of the Ascension. Please join us soon, either in person or remotely via our live-stream on Facebook and YouTube.
Jesus heals the ten lepers and one turns back, praising God, German, Codex Aureus of Echternach, c. 1030,
Manuscript, Germanisches Nationalmuseum, Nuremberg
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Sunday, October 9, 2022
8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer, via Zoom 9:00 a.m. - In-Person Sung Mass (with organ voluntaries and hymns) 11:00 a.m. - Solemn High Mass (In-Person and live-streamed on Facebook and YouTube) The Holy Rosary will be prayed after the 11 a.m. Mass. The Order of Worship, when available, can be viewed here. REMINDER: This Sunday is the Chicago Marathon and LaSalle Street (along with many others) will be closed all morning. The parking lot can be accessed though the alley behind the church. |
Ascension in the Neighborhood
Pet Blessing at Division Street Farmer's Market
Saturday, October 8 9 a.m. to Noon Bring your beloved pet (or a picture of your pet) to the Farmer's Market and receive a blessing, St. Francis medal, and a treat! Volunteers still needed. Please let the office know if you would like to volunteer to assist the clergy at this meaningful and fun event.
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Chicago Marathon Hospitality
Sunday, October 9 7-11 a.m. Cheer on the 40,000 athletes running past Ascension's front doors and offer coffee and fellowship to the spectators. Volunteers welcome! |
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 St. John the Evangelist on Patmos, c. 1553/1555, Titian, National Gallery, Washington, DC.
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Leadership Transition
The Search Committee issued a brief status update on July 6, 2022. You can find it and more information on the leadership transition here.
The Search Committee issued a brief status update on July 6, 2022. You can find it and more information on the leadership transition here.
"Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have for such sacrifices are pleasing to God" Hebrews, 13:16
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Pantry@ Ascension
First Saturday of the Month Volunteers Welcome Please click here for more information on volunteering. |
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Regular Sunday Schedule
8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer, via Zoom
9:00 a.m. - In-Person Sung Mass (with organ voluntaries and hymns)
11:00 a.m. - Solemn High Mass (In-Person and live-streamed on Facebook and YouTube)
8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer, via Zoom
9:00 a.m. - In-Person Sung Mass (with organ voluntaries and hymns)
11:00 a.m. - Solemn High Mass (In-Person and live-streamed on Facebook and YouTube)
Weekday Masses - Wednesdays 6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m. - Live-streamed and In-Person Mass via YouTube and Facebook
Weekday Morning Prayer
7:30 a.m. Monday through Friday
led by Br. Jonathan Wheat, CMJ via Facebook Live
Weekday Evening Prayer
6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday
Join any evening via Zoom
6:30 p.m. - Live-streamed and In-Person Mass via YouTube and Facebook
Weekday Morning Prayer
7:30 a.m. Monday through Friday
led by Br. Jonathan Wheat, CMJ via Facebook Live
Weekday Evening Prayer
6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday
Join any evening via Zoom
Masks Recommended
Given the latest information from the City of Chicago and in keeping with CDC guidelines, Ascension has returned to recommending but not requiring masks. Further information and updated guidelines can be found here.
Given the latest information from the City of Chicago and in keeping with CDC guidelines, Ascension has returned to recommending but not requiring masks. Further information and updated guidelines can be found here.
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Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness."
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Sunday Worship Schedule
8:30 a.m. - Morning Prayer, via Zoom 9:00 a.m.-In-person Sung Mass (with organ voluntaries and hymns ) 11:00 a.m. - Solemn High Mass (In-person and streamed on Facebook and YouTube) (pre-registration is not required for in-person services, but please check in with an usher upon arrival) Full Schedule
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Our free parking lot is located on the northeast corner of La Salle Boulevard and Maple Street.
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