We have been serving the Upper West Side, Manhattan Valley and Morningside Heights since 1895.
No matter your age, race, gender, or sexual orientation, there is a place for you at Ascension Church. You'll meet wonderful people, hear the proclamation of the word of God, be nourished by the Eucharist, enjoy good programs, be challenged to live the Gospel, and so much more. Come as you are - and be who you are - your presence enriches us.
WELCOME, ALL, ALWAYS!
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Parish Appreciation Dinner at Dive 106Begin the new year with eGiving to help sustain and build ministries throughout 2025 that reflect the steadfast promise of God’s love. The need is great in our community, and your generous online gifts will help people all around us.
We prayerfully request that you consider signing up for eGiving from your computer, smartphone or tablet. You can set up a recurring donation or make a one-time gift. Sign up today by visiting faith.direct/NY588, or text ‘Enroll’ to (Text-to-Give Number). Thank you for your continued support of our parish family.
God Bless You,
Fr. Kearney
"Pipe Organs of NYC” is being presented as a weekly series by the New York City Chapter of the American Guild of Organists, taking viewers on a virtual musical tour of the grand instruments of the Chapter.
Ascension’s history, our own Muller-Abel instrument and Preston Smith were featured in
Episode 7, aired 22 February.
Click here:
Ascensions Grand Organ on YouTube
We are reminded as Christians to pray, fast, and give alms to the less fortunate. St. Paul tells us that we must, “Bear [our] share of hardship for the gospel.” In living a Christian life, we are asked to make sacrifices for the good of others and for the good of the Church.
Many parishes will experience financial hardship in the near future, and most will struggle to meet critical needs. We understand that the financial circumstances of many of our families are uncertain, but please know of our deep gratitude for whatever you can contribute to support our Church during this challenging time.
If you would like to make a gift to the Cardinal’s Appeal to support the broader needs of our archdiocese, you can do so at
https://cardinalsappeal.org/donate.
We are truly grateful for your generosity. Please know that we will continue to pray for those caring for the sick, and those that are the
most vulnerable among us.
Los cristianos nos recuerdan rezar, ayunar y dar limosna a los menos afortunados. San Pablo nos dice que debemos, "Soportar [nuestra] parte de las dificultades
por el evangelio." Al vivir una vida cristiana, se nos pide que hagamos sacrificios por el bien de los demás y por el bien de la Iglesia. Muchas parroquias experimentarán dificultades financieras en el futuro cercano, y la mayoría tendrá dificultades para satisfacer las necesidades críticas. Entiendo que las circunstancias financieras de muchos
de nuestras familias no están seguras, pero sepan nuestra profunda gratitud por todo lo que puedan contribuir para apoyar a nuestra Iglesia durante este momento difícil. Apelación del Cardenal para apoyar las necesidades más amplias de nuestra diócesis, puede hacerlo en
https://cardinalsappeal.org/donate.
Estamos realmente agradecidos por su generosidad. Por favor sepan que continuaremos orando por aquellos que cuidan a los enfermos y aquellos que son los más vulnerable entre nosotros.
Dear Parishioners and Friends of Ascension,
This weekend is set aside as Presidents Day Weekend -- on this weekend we give special honor to George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Curiously, the month of February is also set aside as Black History Month. Black History Month grew out of a vision of liberating a beleaguered people so they could take pride in their accomplishments. The month of February was chosen because of the birthdays of two great figures central to the freedom and liberation of African Americans in the United States: Abraham Lincoln (February 12th) and Frederick Douglass (February 14th.) This vision sought to unleash the fetters that bound the American black community, whose identity has been burdened by so many misrepresentations, whose lives have been plagued by poverty: a people whose self-concept was damaged by a stilted sense of who they were and where they belonged in a society that often ignored them and often times, thought them to be worthless. The goal of Black History Month was to expand the imaginations of people everywhere, no matter their temporal conditions.
This annual observance is not just a historical reflection but rather, it serves as a call to unity, justice, and understanding—values deeply rooted in our Christian faith.
Black History Month is a moment to remember the struggles and triumphs of those who fought for freedom, dignity, and equality. It is a time to celebrate the resilience, faith, and cultural richness that African Americans have shared with our country and our Church. Through the evils and trials of slavery, segregation, and continued racial injustice, Black Americans have demonstrated an unshakable faith in God and a steadfast commitment to justice, echoing the words of the prophet Micah: "Act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God" (Micah 6:8).
I think for example of the faith, work and action of St. Katharine Drexel. Mother Drexel was born into wealth in 1858, she chose a life of poverty and service, dedicating herself to uplifting African American and Native American communities. She used her vast resources to establish schools, churches, and missions, most notably founding Xavier University in New Orleans—the first and only historically Black Catholic university in the United States. St. Katharine’s work was a testament to the Gospel’s call to serve the marginalized and stand against racial injustice. She reminds us that faith is not passive; it calls us to action.
This year’s Black History Month carries even greater significance in light of our current political and social climate. As our nation continues to wrestle with issues of racial division, voter rights, and social justice, we are reminded that the fight for equality is not just a political issue—it is a moral one as well. As followers of Christ, we must recognize that racism, discrimination, and inequality are affronts to the dignity of every human being, created in the image of God.
Our faith, particularly through the gospel of this weekend, calls us to be peacemakers, bridge-builders, and advocates for justice. This Black History Month, let us take the time to educate ourselves and others about the heroes of faith who fought for justice. Let us use this time to commit to prayer, asking God to heal the wounds of racism in our communities. And most importantly, let us live out the Gospel by treating every person with love, respect, and dignity.
Hopefully, as people of faith we will follow the example of St. Katharine Drexel and countless others who gave their lives in service to the least amongst us. I’m confident that Ascension will continue to be a place of welcome, inclusion, and justice for all of God’s children.
Tomorrow is Presiden’t s Day. It is a national holiday. Only one Bilingual Mass will be celebrated tomorrow at 9AM.
Peace, Fr. Kearney
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