Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world: Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us, and we in him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
March 19, 2020 Dear People of Ascension, Earlier this week, the clergy received a letter from Bishop Dietsche suspending all public worship for 8 weeks, until the middle of May. This follows the best wisdom of the CDC and is reflected in many other policies now in place in New York as we seek to protect ourselves and others from COVID-19. As difficult as
From your computer, laptop, pad, smart phone, or other device, click this link: https://zoom.us/j/170111903 You will be prompted to join the meeting. 1) You may be asked to download the Zoom app – please do so. Please do not log in to or create an account! 2) You may be prompted to turn on your camera. 3) All participants will be joined in “mute”
In light of the circumstances involving the COVID-19 coronavirus and directives from the Mayor regarding gatherings of large groups of people in NYC, we have decided to postpone the Brahms German Requiem concert originally scheduled for March 26. We understand this news will be very disappointing to many, as it is for us. Know that we are fully committed to making music for our
NOTE: The Young Adults Supper has been cancelled until further notice. Calling all young adult parishioners to join us for an evening of dinner, fellowship and talk. Please call the church office (212-254-8620) to let us know that you’re coming.
This Tuesday, March 10, 2020, at 6:45pm meet the celebrated builder of our magnificent Manton Memorial Organ. Monsieur Quoirin is here with his team are doing a “9-year tune up” of the organ. Come hear him and his team discuss the current work being done on the organ and answer any general questions you may have. Monsieur Quoirin is the most revered organ builder
Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan: Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations; and, as you know the weaknesses of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you hate nothing you have made and forgive the sins of all who are penitent: Create and make in us new and contrite hearts, that we, worthily lamenting our sins and acknowledging our wretchedness, may obtain of you, the God of all mercy, perfect remission and forgiveness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
House Eucharists have been cancelled. Join in on a popular Lenten tradition at Ascension and attend a House Eucharist. Celebrate the Eucharist and share a meal in a parishioner’s home with several of your fellow parishioners. Newcomers are especially welcome- this is a great way to get to know other Ascensionites! Sign-up sheets are in the Parish Hall.
O God, the strength of all who put their trust in you: Mercifully accept our prayers; and because in our weakness we can do nothing good without you, give us the help of your grace, that in keeping your commandments we may please you both in will and deed; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.