Ascension Episcopal Parish in Portland, Oregon


We welcome worshipers of all ages who are seeking Christ through traditional worship in an intimate, beautiful setting.

We are a historic church in Portland’s West Hills.  We are part of the Episcopal Diocese of Oregon and the Episcopal Church of the USA, a self-governing branch of the Anglican Communion

We have an unstaffed Nursery available for families.


Who We Are

worship

Our Liturgy is Rite I (traditional language and forms) from the Book of Common Prayer

Summer Schedule: 9:00 A.M Holy Eucharist every Sunday

Regular Schedule: We offer two services every Sunday: a Rite I Holy Eucharist with Hymns at 10 A.M., with traditional Anglican music, and a Said Holy Eucharist at 8 A.M.

FAmily

Parishioners of all ages find a welcoming home at Ascension. Our small size allows us to get to know each well and enjoy the family feel of our small community and our worship services. Events throughout the year, including our Harvest Dinner, Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper, Easter Brunch, and Summer Barbeque are beloved traditions in our families.

COMMUNITY

Our beautiful chapel regularly hosts special events ranging from lectures to our Salon Series of concerts. Please see our Calendar Page for more information.


Give

There are many ways in which you can help support the work of Ascension Parish, from making an annual pledge or one-time offering to donating to our music program, flowers for Sunday services or our Episcopal Relief and Development goat project that supports families in Africa. The link below will allow you to contribute via debit or credit card to a menu of offerings.

If you would like to make a pledge, please email John Holtz stating the amount and the frequency that you wish to pledge. If you would like to set up your pledge online, you can make a one-time offering or schedule recurring payments. Your checks will miss you!

Give

Ash Wednesday Service

Join us for a Rite I Holy Eucharist and the imposition of ashes on February 18 at noon Learn more.



Lent at Ascension

Join us for Lenten Services at Ascension.

Ash Wednesday
Feb. 18: noon. Said Holy Eucharist and imposition of ashes.

First Sunday of Lent- Palm Sunday
Feb. 22- March 29: 8 A.M. Said Holy Eucharist | 10 A.M. Sung Holy Eucharist with Hymns

Visit the Events Page to learn more.


Dec. 16: Salon Series Concert for Austen’s Birthday

Our next Salon Series concert is A Regency Salon for the 250th birthday of beloved author (and Anglican) Jane Austen. Join us on December 16 for Classical and Baroque music from Austen’s own music library, including several seasonal carols. Learn more.