The Church of the Ascension and Saint Agnes
12th and Massachusetts Ave, NW - Washington, DC 20005 - 202.347.8161
12th and Massachusetts Ave, NW - Washington, DC 20005 - 202.347.8161
WE ARE A COMMUNITY that expresses its love for our Lord Jesus Christ in ancient worship forms. We are a community that seeks to understand what it prays. We are a community that asks the Holy Spirit to teach us to love one another, and the world beyond our church walls. By God’s graciousness, we are growing. We would love to have you join us!
Road Closures for Sunday October 7This is an important message from the District of Columbia AlertDC system.
The Metropolitan Police Department would like to advise the public of the following street closures in connection with the Army Ten-Miler scheduled for Sunday, October 7, 2018. The following streets will be posted as Emergency No Parking and intermittently closed along the race route beginning at approximately at 6:00 AM until approximately 12:00 PM:
For more information visit: https://www.armytenmiler.com/ The public should expect parking restrictions along the street and should be guided by the posted emergency no parking signage. All vehicles that are parked in violation of the emergency no parking signs will be ticketed and towed. Motorists could encounter possible delays if operating in the vicinity of this event and may wish to consider alternative routes. |
Please Pray for ...Please pray for the repose of the soul of William M McCarthy (Bill), who died last Wednesday, September 26. Bill and his wife, Maggie Herbert, were married in our parish in December of 1976. Maggie continues to be a long-distance parishioner from her home in Nova Scotia, Canada, and worships with us when she comes to visit her mother in the area.
Celebration of LifeBilly Robinson (husband of Bea Robinson) passed away on Friday, September 21. A funeral service has been scheduled for
Saturday, October 6 at 2:00 pm McQuire Funderal Services 7400 Georgia Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20012 Please join family and friends in a
Celebration of the Life of Linda Lee Johnson Saturday, November 3, 2018 2 pm Memorial Mass followed by a reception Church of the Ascension and Saint Agnes 1217 Massachusetts Avenue NW Washington, DC Please bring memories to share and photos to display during the reception. RSVP to NancyJaneBelden@gmail.com by October 20. |
Public Voice and Presence Workshop
presented by Reverend Gina Campbell, Special Assistant to the President of Wesley Theological Seminary
Sunday, October 14, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM
We all have “growing edges.” I have personally been working with Rev. Gina to improve my preaching and proclamation of the Word. Let us make our liturgy the best it can be,as a gift to our Lord and fellow parishioners.
I look forward to your presence.
Fr. Dominique
Sunday, October 14, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM
We all have “growing edges.” I have personally been working with Rev. Gina to improve my preaching and proclamation of the Word. Let us make our liturgy the best it can be,as a gift to our Lord and fellow parishioners.
I look forward to your presence.
Fr. Dominique
Tables of Wisdom Are Being Set
What are Tables of Wisdom?
An exploration of the scriptures in a communal setting. Our first table will be set to study Saint John’s gospel using, “JOHN: 26 Studies for Individuals and Groups,” by N.T. Wright. Copies may be purchased today or can be ordered online HERE.
Where will we meet?
Groups are forming now in Alexandria, the residences at 1234 Massachusetts Ave NW (across the street from our church) and in the Parish House. And we hope to be able to add more!
When will we meet?
Four sessions during the weeks of
How do I host a table or learn more?
Contact Deacon Mary at Mccuem@aol.com or by calling (202) 543-3152. Sign up in the Undercroft after Mass.
An exploration of the scriptures in a communal setting. Our first table will be set to study Saint John’s gospel using, “JOHN: 26 Studies for Individuals and Groups,” by N.T. Wright. Copies may be purchased today or can be ordered online HERE.
Where will we meet?
Groups are forming now in Alexandria, the residences at 1234 Massachusetts Ave NW (across the street from our church) and in the Parish House. And we hope to be able to add more!
When will we meet?
Four sessions during the weeks of
- October 14, 28,
- November 11, and
- December 2
How do I host a table or learn more?
Contact Deacon Mary at Mccuem@aol.com or by calling (202) 543-3152. Sign up in the Undercroft after Mass.
The Sunday School for Ascension and Saint Agnes has resumed for a new year. All children ages 3-12 are welcome to participate in the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd which meets immediately before the 10:30 a.m. Mass. The classroom (Atrium), is located in the lower level of the church. Please contact Victoria Ebell to register or to learn more about our Sunday School.
Worship Services
Sundays
Monthly Mass at Thomas House — The parish will facilitate a monthly Mass for the residents of Thomas House, a retirement community at 1330 Massachusetts Ave. NW. Father Richard (Rick) Houghton, a resident, will celebrate. Deacon Mary McCue will assist. The first will be Thursday, May 10 at 11:00 in the Chapel (first floor). All are welcome to attend. If you'd like to assist with this, please contact Deacon Mary.
To see our full calendar click here.
- 7:40 am -- Morning Prayer, St. Agnes
- 8:00 am -- Quiet Mass, St. Agnes
- 10:00 am -- Childcare, Nursery
- 10:30 am -- Sunday School (CGS), Atrium
- 10:30 am -- Festive Mass, Church
- 12:00 am -- Coffee Hour, Undercroft
- 5:30 pm -- Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Church
- 6:40 pm -- Evening Prayer, St. Francis Chapel
- 7:00 pm -- Quiet Mass, St. Francis Chapel
Monthly Mass at Thomas House — The parish will facilitate a monthly Mass for the residents of Thomas House, a retirement community at 1330 Massachusetts Ave. NW. Father Richard (Rick) Houghton, a resident, will celebrate. Deacon Mary McCue will assist. The first will be Thursday, May 10 at 11:00 in the Chapel (first floor). All are welcome to attend. If you'd like to assist with this, please contact Deacon Mary.
To see our full calendar click here.
A Parish Prayer for Renewal and Growth
Gracious Lord,
We, your disciples and friends,
ask for the grace to grow in faith, hope and love
and to grow in membership in our part of the Body of Christ,
Church of the Ascension and Saint Agnes.
Help us always to heed the words of the Letter to the Hebrews (13:2):
to “let mutual love continue” and
“not neglect to show hospitality to strangers,”
believing that, “by doing so,
some have entertained angels without knowing it.”
Lead us into our neighborhoods to be agents of holy transformation,
and, with apostolic zeal, to bring back new parishioners
with whom we may worship you as an awesome God.
Give us hearts wide open to welcome them
and all those who come through our doors.
And, by the power of your Spirit, may we, together,
“go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19)
AMEN
We, your disciples and friends,
ask for the grace to grow in faith, hope and love
and to grow in membership in our part of the Body of Christ,
Church of the Ascension and Saint Agnes.
Help us always to heed the words of the Letter to the Hebrews (13:2):
to “let mutual love continue” and
“not neglect to show hospitality to strangers,”
believing that, “by doing so,
some have entertained angels without knowing it.”
Lead us into our neighborhoods to be agents of holy transformation,
and, with apostolic zeal, to bring back new parishioners
with whom we may worship you as an awesome God.
Give us hearts wide open to welcome them
and all those who come through our doors.
And, by the power of your Spirit, may we, together,
“go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19)
AMEN