MISSION ~ VISION ~ VALUES

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

Faith & Spirituality: 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.

Vibrant Worship: 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 & Affirmation: 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.

Community Outreach: 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.

Fellowship & Fun: 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.

UPCOMING EVENTS

CHRISTMAS AT ASCENSION

LESSONS & CAROLS

Sunday, December 22nd at the 10:15am Service


CHRISTMAS EVE

Tuesday, December 24th

The Carol Sing at 5:00pm

The Pageant and Holy Eucharist at 6:00pm


CHRISTMAS DAY

Wednesday, December 25th

The Holy Eucharist at 9:00am

FEATURED SERMON

Rector: The Rev’d Bradford Clark

Sunday, December 1, 2024

“From Darkness to Cheerful Skies!”

ASCENSION OFFERS 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 and Guide

PARTNERS IN DEVELOPMENT & AMC IN GUATEMALA

AMC CHOIR MEMBERS AT CARNEGIE HALL

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About AMC

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

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“Ascension nourishes my faith.”

— Testimonial from K. Turner

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