The Church of the Ascension

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Begin 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

• SATURDAYS4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

"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,

Today, we celebrate the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, yet another important day  in our liturgical calendar. This feast commemorates the event in the life of Jesus when He was baptized by John the Baptist in the Jordan River. It marks the beginning of Jesus’ public ministry and reveals His identity as the beloved Son of God. The heavens opened, and the Holy Spirit descended upon Him like a dove, while the voice of the Father declared, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased” (Matthew 3:17). This powerful moment invites us to reflect on our own baptism, when we were claimed for Christ and filled with the Holy Spirit to live as His disciples.
This feast also signifies the end of the Christmas Season. While the birth of Christ at Christmas fills our hearts with joy, the Baptism of the Lord reminds us of the mission which continues. Jesus’ baptism is the bridge between the mystery of His birth and His active ministry in the world. As we transition into Ordinary Time, we are called to carry the light of Christ into our daily lives, proclaiming His love and truth through our words and actions.
Looking ahead, we invite you to join us in a special celebration next Sunday, January 19th, as we honor Our Lady of Altagracia, the protectress of the Dominican Republic. This devotion began in the 16th century, when the image of Our Lady of Altagracia was brought to the island of Hispaniola by Spanish settlers. Her image, depicting the Virgin Mary tenderly gazing at the Christ Child, has become a symbol of faith, protection, and maternal love for the Dominican people and beyond.
The origins of this devotion are steeped in a rich history of miracles and heartfelt prayer. Tradition tells of a young girl who requested an image of the Virgin of Altagracia from her father. After a fruitless search, the image miraculously appeared, fulfilling her desire and becoming a source of inspiration for countless faithful. Since then, Our Lady of Altagracia has been a beacon of hope, interceding for her children in times of need and drawing them closer to her Son.
Our parish celebration of Our Lady of Altagracia will take place at the 12:30 PM Mass, next Sunday, January 19th, followed by a meal in the church center. This is an opportunity to gather as a community, honor Mary and embrace the rich cultural heritage that she represents. We invite all to join us in this special event, and to share in the joy and blessings of the day.
As we journey forward from the Christmas Season into the ordinary moments of life, let us carry with us the extraordinary grace of our baptism and the abiding presence of Christ. May Our Lady of Altagracia continue to guide and protect us, leading us ever closer to her Son.
In the meantime, we continue to pray for all those living in areas of war and conflict!

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