Schedule of Services

Sundays at 8:00AM - Holy Eucharist Rite I

Sundays at 10:15AM - Holy EucharistRite II

Wednesdays at 5:30PM & Fridays at 12:15PM - Meditation

Rector: The Rev’d Bradford Clark

"Be The Bird That Feeds Not Only Your Own”

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About

Our Mission

We welcome you to deepen your relationship with the Spirit of God that we see in Jesus as a community open to all, centered in worship, religious education, care for the environment, and compassion for neighbors, local and global.

Our Vision

To cultivate our spiritual and worldly resources to bring healing, hope, justice and peace to our community and the world.

Our Values

  • Our approach to faith and spirituality meets people wherever they are on their journey. We view spirituality as a dynamic way of life that allows for a deepening of faith, a collective sense of belonging, and a growing intimacy with the always accessible yet ever transcendent nature of God.

  • We embrace the rich heritage of the Episcopal Church while exploring other traditions and cultures, both ancient and modern. Our worship experience is enhanced by the excellence of our music program, the presentation of liturgy as relevant to our lives, and the beauty and elegance of our historic Victorian gothic church.

  • Openness lies at the heart of our community, embodying a commitment to inclusivity where individuals of all races, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, and family structures find acceptance and belonging. As an open and affirming parish, we prioritize programming that supports the holistic development of people of all ages and backgrounds, fostering an environment where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is welcome.

  • Our outreach initiatives promote social well-being, care for the environment and compassion for our neighbors both local and global. Through various programs, events, and partnerships, we extend care and concern to those in need both within our parish and the broader community, taking a loving approach to providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support.

  • We create opportunities for joyous gatherings for the parish and the wider community to celebrate fellowship, deepen our relationships with one another, and partner with other organizations to raise awareness and funds for their good works.

For over 150 years, Ascension Memorial Church has been an integral part of the Ipswich community.

Worship & Music

Worship at Ascension Memorial Church extends far beyond our Sunday services.

Click on the button below (and then click on Playlists) to view Choir Anthems and Piano & Organ Preludes & Postludes on Youtube.

Nocturne in E-flat major - Chopin

WEEKLY MEDITATION

Wednesdays at 5:30PM

Fridays at 12:15PM

Lillian Reilly, RN

Yoga and Meditation Facilitator, Interfaith Chaplain

Rev’d Bradford Clark, Rector 

Meditation Practitioner & Guide

Events

Join us for the many family-friendly events that promote community, faith, fellowship and fun at Ascension.

White Elephant Sale

Saturday, May 3, 2025 - 9:00am - 1:00pm

The Remembrance Cup

Monday, September 22, 2025 - 8:30am - 1:30pm

Christmas Bazaar

Saturday, December 6, 2025 - 9:00am - 1:00pm


Facility Rentals

St Matthew’s Parlor

Boone Hall Gym

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Ascension’s Community Outreach Committee seeks to provide opportunities for our parish to play an active role in the greater-Ipswich community, by building relationships with area non-profit organizations who are serving the community with goods and/or services, or by sponsoring events that support the community.

Family Promise Stock the Shelves

Dinner Bell

Partners in Development & AMC in Guatemala

Partnership with St. Stephen’s Church, Lynn - KIC Summer Program

Cape Ann Giving Tree

Winter Warm Up Sale

If you haven’t yet tried using our online communications platform and database, Realm, please consider signing up by responding to the email invite you receive from AMC to create your personal account and manage your profile. Our staff is happy to assist you with this process.

“Ascension nourishes my faith.”

— Testimonial from K. Turner

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