About Church of the Ascension
Church of the Ascension is a Episcopal church located at 127 Kent St, Brooklyn, NY, 11222. You can reach Church of the Ascension at +17183893831.
Church of the Ascension, Episcopal (Manhattan)
The Church of the Ascension is an Episcopal church in the Diocese of New York, located at 36–38 Fifth Avenue and West 10th Street in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of Manhattan New York City. It was built in 1840–41, the first church to be built on Fifth Avenue and was designed by Richard Upjohn in the Gothic Revival style. The interior was remodeled by Stanford White in 1885–88.
Where is Church of the Ascension located?
Church of the Ascension is located at 127 Kent St, Brooklyn, NY, 11222. The building sits at coordinates 40.73085, -73.95586, placing it in Brooklyn, NY 11222.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
What to expect at a service at Church of the Ascension
Episcopal worship uses the Book of Common Prayer, the same liturgy Anglicans have prayed for centuries.
- Holy Eucharist lasts about an hour. Includes Scripture readings, sermon, the Nicene Creed, prayers of the people, and Communion.
- All baptized Christians are welcome to receive Communion regardless of denomination.
- Dress varies by parish — suit or business casual is always safe.
Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual churches vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
Questions and answers about Church of the Ascension
- What denomination is Church of the Ascension?
- This church is part of the Episcopal tradition.
- Where is Church of the Ascension located?
- Church of the Ascension is located at 127 Kent St, Brooklyn, NY, 11222.
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