Ascension Episcopal Church

253 South Main Street

Amherst, Virginia

All are welcome! Ascension Church is an inclusive and affirming congregation. Learn more about The Episcopal Church and our Diocese.

WORSHIP, DISCIPLESHIP, SERVICE

To learn more about any of our activities, contact us by email.

the altar with clergy and a layperson presiding at Holy Eucharist

Sunday Worship Services

We meet for worship every Sunday at 11:00, followed by Coffee Hour in the Parish Hall. We generally celebrate Holy Eucharist twice a month. On the other Sundays, our lay leaders conduct Morning Prayer or a deacon leads us in the Liturgy of the Word. See our Calendar for the current schedule.

the Rev. Jeannette and a parishioner in conversation in the Parish Hall

Pastor in the Parish Hall

The Reverend Jeannette Pillsbury, Priest for Pastoral Care, is available in the Parish Hall each Tuesday. Contact her by email for specific hours.

Men's Breakfast

The Men's Breakfast has been meeting every Friday morning in the Parish Hall for over twenty years. Coffee call at 7:00, breakfast at 8:00.

parishioners packing meals in aluminum containers

Meals on Wheels

We prepare and package meals for Blue Ledge Meals on Wheels on the first Friday of each month.

Lean On Me

A mutual support group. Monday mornings 9:30 to 10:30. All are welcome.

Choir

Our choir practices every Sunday in the Parish Hall at 10:00 a.m.. Everyone is welcome! No prior experience required.

Mah Jong

Join us on Tuesdays at 10:00 for fun, fellowship, and cognitive fitness. Beginners welcome!

SPECIAL EVENTS

Blessing of the Animals

Saturday, November 14, at 10:30 a.m.

Mother Jeannette Pillsbury's pet blessings are a blessing for the whole household. Join us on the front lawn -- the Humane Society of Amherst County will be there, too!

cover of the book "Sailboat Church: Helping Your Church Rethink Its Mission and Practice"

Book Study

As a community, we are reading Sailboat Church by Joan S. Gray and discussing it during Coffee Hour.

Advent Formation Series

Join the five Episcopal parishes of Amherst and Nelson Counties for our joint Advent program.

Thursday, December 3, at Trinity Church, Arrington. 10:00-11:15 a.m. An old-fashioned hymn sing.
Thursday, December 10, at Ascension. 10:00-11:15 a.m. A session on the riches of Episcopal church music for congregations.
Thursday, December 17, at St. Mark's, Clifford. 10:00-11:15 a.m. A service of Lessons and Carols.

Christmas Eve Service

Thursday, Dec.24, at 4:00 pm. Followed by a festive reception in the Parish Hall.

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