Welcome to a warm, welcoming community where people of many ages and backgrounds grow together in faith. We are imperfect, friendly, and joyful as we learn to live our beliefs with real actions.
Our parish focuses on being neighborly and generous. Christ sits at the center of worship, service, and everyday care. That focus shapes Sunday gatherings, weekday programs, and outreach that reaches beyond our walls into the wider world.
Find practical pathways for growth — from prayer groups to service teams — designed to help you belong and to deepen your spiritual life. Meeting others here often turns a single visit into lasting friendship and connection.
Key Takeaways
- Welcoming place: a diverse community for people of all ages.
- Christ-centered mission: shapes worship, learning, and service.
- Practical support: programs that meet real needs locally and beyond.
- Clear next steps: attend a service, meet the hospitality team, or join a small group.
- Lifelong growth: formation and ministries for children, teens, adults, and seniors.
Welcome to a Christ-Centered, Neighborly Community
We gather as a mixed group of ages and stories, learning to live our faith together.
Who We Are: A Unified, Diverse People Growing in Faith
Meet a parish family of people who bring different gifts and lives, united by a desire to grow closer to Christ. We value honesty, welcome, and steady spiritual growth for children, teens, and adults.
Putting Faith in Action: Welcoming, Friendly, and Generous
See how we greet newcomers, support families, and offer clear ways to get involved throughout the year. Ministries like hospitality, outreach, and prayer help you serve and form lasting bonds.
At the Heart of Everything: Life in Christ and Fellowship
Christ shapes our worship and daily care, guiding programs that meet real needs on the North Side and beyond. Continued prayer keeps us in communion, especially as we remember elders, scholars, and school families.
“We grow together by serving one another and praying as a community.”
- Find practical resources and friendly fellowship.
- Join small groups and parish events to turn Sundays into everyday friendship.
Worship, Sacraments, and Events at Ascension Catholic Church
Our worship life gives people room to meet God, find support, and grow in everyday faith. Services combine clear preaching, sacred music, and quiet prayer so the grace of the day carries into daily life.
Mass and Music: Prayerful Worship that Lifts the Spirit
Experience reverent Mass with uplifting music that helps you pray deeply. Liturgy and song are shaped to connect belief and action.
Sacraments and Spiritual Guidance for Every Season of Life
Prepare for key milestones—Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation, Matrimony, and Anointing of the Sick—backed by pastoral support. Clergy and lay leaders offer spiritual direction and practical care when life is hard.
Year-Round Gatherings that Build Community and Peace
Join seasonal events, small groups, and service projects that foster true friendship. Outreach efforts bring compassion beyond our doors into the wider world.
- Connect worship to daily life through liturgy and sacred music.
- Find pastoral care for elders, students, and school families.
- Volunteer to live the parish mission beyond Sunday.
| Offering | Who It Serves | Typical Time |
|---|---|---|
| Weekend Mass & Music | All ages | Sunday mornings |
| Sacramental Preparation | Families & individuals | By appointment & classes |
| Community Gatherings | Neighbors & volunteers | Seasonal events / evenings |
“May our continued prayer keep us in communion with one another during challenging times.”
Feast of the Assumption of Mary: Hope for Our People and Our World
On August 15th we honor Mary’s Assumption, a day that points our hearts to hope.
The Assumption teaches that, at the close of her life, Mary was taken up body and soul into heaven. This truth was solemnly declared as a dogma of faith by Pope Pius XII in 1950. It gives us a sign of our own destiny in Christ.
What the Church Teaches: The Assumption and Our Future in Christ
Understand the heart of the assumption mary: Mary’s sharing in resurrection life points us toward hope. Where she has gone, we trust we will follow in the fullness of life with God.
Bilingual Mass Schedule This Day
Join us for liturgy and song on this important feast day. Masses will be celebrated at:
| Time | Language | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 Noon | English | Mass with music and community prayer |
| 7:00 PM | Spanish | Evening Mass with music and family welcome |
| — | — | All are invited to pray for peace and hope |
Living the Feast: A Call to Faith, Peace, and an End to Violence
This feast asks us to say “yes” to God as Mary did. Let it deepen our faith and move us to pray for peace and an end to gun violence in our neighborhoods.
Supporting the Vulnerable: Elders, Scholars, and School Families
We will remember elders, scholars, and school families in our prayers and outreach. Please consider offering practical support or a simple visit to those who need care.
“May this day inspire concrete acts of mercy, bring peace to our streets, and end conflict both near and far.”
Conclusion
Join us as we move from celebration into practical steps for the new year. Visit Mass at 12:00 Noon (English) or 7:00 PM (Spanish), meet our hospitality team, or ask about sacraments and ministries.
Let Mary’s hope shape how you pray and serve. Make one simple plan for the year: pick a way to grow and one friend to invite. Small steps add up to real change.
Keep praying for peace and an end to violence. Support elders, students, and school families with time or practical help. Stay connected through worship, small groups, and service so Sunday hope reaches the wider world.
FAQ
What kinds of worship and music can I expect at Ascension Catholic Church?
You will find prayerful liturgies with traditional and contemporary music that uplift the spirit. Services include sung responses, choir-led hymns, and instrumental accompaniment designed to support prayer and reflection.
How does this community welcome new families and visitors?
Visitors receive a warm greeting at the door and are invited to fellowship after Mass. Volunteer greeters and hospitality teams help newcomers find seating, information, and ways to get involved.
What sacraments and spiritual guidance are available for different life stages?
The parish offers baptism, reconciliation, first Communion, confirmation, marriage preparation, anointing of the sick, and regular pastoral counseling. Programs support children, young adults, parents, and seniors.
When is the bilingual Mass for the Feast of the Assumption of Mary?
On that feast day there is a bilingual schedule with a noon Mass in English and a 7:00 PM Mass in Spanish, both enhanced by music and congregational participation.
How does the parish promote peace and respond to violence in the wider world?
The community prays for peace, supports outreach programs, and partners with local organizations to assist those affected by conflict. Events and talks promote nonviolence and reconciliation.
Are there year-round events that help build community and support neighbors?
Yes. The parish hosts seasonal festivals, study groups, volunteer drives, and social events that create fellowship and serve local families, elders, and students.
What opportunities exist for families with school-age children?
Families can join faith formation classes, school support groups, and family-friendly liturgies. There are also tutoring programs and campus ministry partnerships to aid students.
How does the parish assist vulnerable members like the elderly?
Ministries provide visitation, meal deliveries, transportation to appointments, and sacramental support to ensure elders stay connected and cared for.
Can I volunteer or donate to specific parish programs?
Absolutely. Volunteers are welcome in hospitality, education, outreach, music, and maintenance. Donations support food pantries, scholarship funds, and local relief projects.
How can I stay informed about Mass times, events, and special feasts?
The parish posts schedules on its official website, social media channels, and printed bulletins. Signing up for the newsletter or parish app delivers updates directly to your inbox or phone.