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.
Advent at Church of the Ascension
"Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us..."(from the BCP Collect for the Third Sunday of Advent)
Saint John the Baptist in Prison Visited by Two Disciples, Giovanni di Paolo (1403-1482), Art Institute of Chicago
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Sunday, December 11, 2022
The Third Sunday of Advent
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 Order of Worship for the Solemn High Mass can be viewed here.
The Holy Rosary will be prayed following the 11 a.m. Mass.
The Third Sunday of Advent
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 Order of Worship for the Solemn High Mass can be viewed here.
The Holy Rosary will be prayed following the 11 a.m. Mass.
Advent Formation Opportunities
Waiting with the O Antiphons
Sundays during Advent Advent is a time of waiting in the darkness for the light of Christ. But it is not passive waiting. In this darkness, we actively seek the light of Christ, in prayer calling out the ancient names for the Incarnate One in what are known as the O Antiphons. Join us in the church library following coffee hour after the Solemn High Mass as we explore how we might use these ancient texts to prepare our own hearts for the birth of Christ. Bring your own lunch. Copies of Waiting on the Word are now available. Suggested donation is $5. Please see Mtr. Murphy-Gill for your copy. 
Advent Quiet Morning
Saturday, December 10 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Take a break from the holiday rush with a quiet morning of reflection and prayer led by Ascension's Curate, Mthr. Murphy-Gill. The morning will begin with a light breakfast at 8:30. Please fill out this form to help us plan for the catering form. |
Leadership Transition
The diocese has requested additional changes to the parish profile. You see the previously approved version here. You can find more information on the leadership transition here.
The diocese has requested additional changes to the parish profile. You see the previously approved version here. You can find 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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