Ascension Episcopal Church
Amherst, Virginia
A parish of the Episcopal Diocese of Southwestern Virginia.
All are welcome!
The mission of Ascension Church is to worship God, guided by the Spirit, by the love and teachings of Jesus, and by Episcopal tradition; to love and support one another as Christ loves us; and to support and serve our neighbors in Amherst and beyond.
Join us for worship and fellowship every Sunday at 11:00 a.m.
Upcoming Services and Events
Sunday, March 22 Holy Eucharist
Sunday, March 29 Palm Sunday Service with Holy Eucharist
Thursday, April 2 Maundy Thursday Service with Holy Eucharist at 6:00 PM, followed by Agape Meal in Parish Hall
Saturday, April 4 Decorate Church for Easter at 9:30 AM
Sunday, April 5 Easter Sunday Service with Holy Eucharist
The Reverend Jeannette Pillsbury, our priest for pastoral care, is available in the Parish Hall each Tuesday. Contact her by email for specific hours.
The men’s breakfast meets every Friday morning in the Parish Hall. Coffee call at 7:30 a.m., breakfast at 8 a.m. Bible study at 8:30 a.m. Contact Kinny Kinnier for information.
Our centering prayer group welcomes everyone. We meet virtually on Saturdays at 8 a.m. Contact Dena Lee for information.
Join our Meals On Wheels group! To learn more, email Rebecca Keith.
Ladies Lunch Outing meets once a month to explore local cuisine. For more information, contact Mary Tourgee.