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
In the Holy Name of Christ, Welcome to Church of the Ascension!
Ascension provides 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.
We are a lively, active community of faith. We strive to be a loving congregation, committed to welcoming ALL and sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Our desire is to be a Christ-centerred, Spirit-filled, and Mission-minded family of faith so reflecting the life of Christ that we draw all people to Him.
Our weekly Sunday 10:15 a.m. worship may be attended in person or via YouTube or Facebook.
Please, contact the Church Office at ascension@ascensionwestminster.com for the YouTube access information.
To give online, click the button below.
God bless you.
Worship
All of our worship services include scripture readings, sermons, prayers, and Holy Communion.
Sunday Morning Schedule
8:00 am Holy Eucharist, Rite I
Stone Church
9:00 am Sunday School for children and adults
(Child care is provided.)
10:15 am Holy Eucharist, Rite II
Holy Cross Hall (Child care is provided.)
Coffee Hour follows the 10:15 am service in the Fellowship Hall.
Christmas Worship Services
Holy Communion will be offered at all Christmas worship services.
December 18 at 10:15 am
A Festival of Lessons and Carols
Holy Cross Hall
December 24 at 4:00 pm
Family Christmas Eve service for all ages.
Holy Cross Hall
December 24 at 8:00 pm
Christmas Eve service in the Stone Church
December 25 at 10:15 am
Christmas Day service in the Stone Church
Please note that there will be no 8:00 am service on December 25.
January 1 at 8:00 am (Stone Church) and
10:15 am (Holy Cross Hall)
The Feast of the Holy Name
Church of the Ascension is the Green Phase of the COVID-19 Safeguards.
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Masks are optional, but strongly encouraged, at worship services and other activities.
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Holy Communion: The Sacred Bread and Common Cup are both offered.
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Both choral and congregational singing may take place unmasked.
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Serving of food, beverages and snacks may return to pre-pandemic practices.
How to find us...
We offer an 8:00 am and 10:15 am service.
Our church buildings include two worship spaces – our beloved, historic Stone Church and our beautiful, spacious Holy Cross Hall.
23 North Court Street, Westminster, MD 21157
410-848-3251
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