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
Future Events
The Mistletoe Mart
November 9 -10 -11, 2023
The Mistletoe Mart, with its celebrated Christmas theme, is a juried arts and craft event featuring artisans with their handmade products.
February 2023
Book Club for High School Youth
Begins Sunday, February 19
6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Pizza and Drinks provided!
Contact: Roberta Gore
Future dates:
April 2
April 30
May 21
June 18
July 23
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Tuesday, February 21
5:30 pm
ALL YOU CAN EAT BUFFET
hot buttermilk, blueberry, and chocolate chip pancakes
delicious Hahn’s sausage and refreshing cinnamon applesauce
Tickets can be purchased at the door.
$6.00 Adults / $3.00 children ages 4-11
Children under 4 are free.
*Family package: $20.00 for family of 5 or more
Click below to open and print a FREE TICKET
for one child in each family!
Winter Bible School
Sunday, February 26 - Sunday, March 26, 2023
4:00 pm-6:30 pm
For All Ages! (Children - Adults)
Ash Wednesday Worship
Wednesday, February 22
12:00 pm: Holy Cross Hall
or
7:00 pm: Holy Cross Hall
March 2023
April 2023
Events Dates Times - TBD
September 2023
Events Dates Times - TBD