Church of the Ascension is made up of all sorts of people, young and old, believing Christians and those “just looking.” We are not the perfect church, but we want to be a place and a people where you may come to belong, to believe and to behave as a follower of Jesus Christ.

We invite you to join us for one of our services.

Service times are:

Sunday at 8am
The 8:00 a.m. Service is a communion service (Rite I Holy Eucharist) for those who love the great traditions of the church. It includes announcements at the beginning of the service, traditional hymns, a homily, the prayer of humble access, and a silent procession to end the service. This is a service for those who enjoy the solemnity of worship in the early hours of Sunday morning, or who would like to experience something new and ancient. In either case, you will be warmly welcomed and invited to breakfast following the service.

Sunday at 10:30am
The 10:30a.m. Service is a communion service (Rite II Holy Eucharist) that includes a varied group of singers and musicians that use traditional hymns, choral music, solos, original music, guitars, piano, an organ, conga’s, and an occasional harp. Like the music the dress varies from t-shirts to ties, flip flops to high heels. This service begins with a procession from a robed choir, readers, and priests and others who are formally serving in worship. With everyone standing, the congregation navigates the service using a hymnal, a song book, and an enclosed bulletin. Shortly into the service, the children are asked to come forward for a children’s message. After the children’s message, kids take part in age-specific “Sunday School” classes lead by Ascensions well dedicated volunteers and staff. The service continues with readings from Scripture, dynamic preaching, prayers lead from the center aisle and written by members of the congregation. Powerful words are spoken that lead us through a communion service where we eat bread and drink communion wine together from a common cup. The children return for communion to join their families and the service ends with a final song as the robed choir and company process out. The service is followed by the congregation enjoying refreshments in the “Parish Hall” or lemonade on the lawn (weather permitting).

Sunday at 5pm
In the Spring of 2008 Church of the Ascension planted a new service/congregation in our building. Led by Jay Slocum, 'Jonah's Call' is committed to worshipping creatively, connecting neighbors, transforming life and reaching the city. Jonah's call has a 'vibe' all its own.

Wednesday at 7am
The Wednesday (7:00 a.m.) service is a a wonderful communion service (Rite II Eaucharist) attended by a faithful group of people who gather each week for corporate worship and who then meet together in our common room (the Parish Hall) for breakfast. This service include non-accompanied music lead by the congregation, a homily (a shotened sermon), and faithful prayers lifted up to God for families, the nation, and the world. If you would like to take part in this intimate service, enter through the small red doors along the walkway alongside Ellsworth Avenue.

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Church of the Ascension
4729 Ellsworth Avenue
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213
Phone: 412-621-4361