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 second Friday of each month.

Lean On Me

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

Choir

Ordinarily, our choir practices every Sunday in the Parish Hall at 10:00 a.m.. Everyone is welcome! No prior experience required. But we are taking a break through Sunday, November 22, to allow time for our parish book study. Choir practice will resume on Sunday, December 6.

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

We will be meeting at 10:15 a.m. in the Parish Hall every Sunday through November 22 to discuss Joan Gray's Sailboat Church.

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

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