Ascension Lutheran Church Towson MD
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Who we are
Ascension Lutheran Church is a community where friends are found, tears are shed, joy abounds, and serving others is a way of life. We value vibrant worship, imaginative ministries with children and youth, and nurturing ministries with our elders. We seek to follow the Jesus Way of radical compassion for all people. We expect the Spirit to transform us and support all people who are open to that ongoing transformation in their lives.
We invite you to join us as we strive to follow Jesus in the ways we love and live, no matter what your race, national origin, age, gender, physical ability, political perspective, personal history, marital status, sexual orientation, or economic status may be. Most of all, if you're not perfect and long to be assured of God's love and forgiveness, you will be right at home with us.
We invite you to join us as we strive to follow Jesus in the ways we love and live, no matter what your race, national origin, age, gender, physical ability, political perspective, personal history, marital status, sexual orientation, or economic status may be. Most of all, if you're not perfect and long to be assured of God's love and forgiveness, you will be right at home with us.
Street Address
7601 York Rd
Towson,
MD
21204-7509
United States
Phone: (410) 825-1725
Fax: (410) 825-9013
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Church Pastor
The Rev. Dr. Nancy Kraft
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7601 York Rd
Towson,
MD
21204-7509
United States
Phone: (410) 825-1725
Fax: (410) 825-9013
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Denomination
Evangelical Lutheran
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Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
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The Rev. Dr. Nancy Kraft
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Administration
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Sue Hartman
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Mailing Address
7601 York Rd
Towson, MD
21204-7509
Towson, MD
21204-7509
Driving Directions
Travel/Direction Tips
If you travel to Ascension using the I-695 Beltway, take Exit 27-A, Dulaney Valley Road heading south. Follow for approx. 1/2 mile to the roundabout. Take the 3rd right turn off the roundabout, turning right onto York Road. Continue South on York Road approx. 1 mile to Ascension Lutheran Church. The parking lot is on the right. The Church and accessible parking is on the left.
Parking
Our parking lot is across York Road from the church building, with a special self-activated cross walk to allow easy and safe access to cross York Road. Scroll to the bottom of this page to view a walking photo tour from the parking lot to the various entry points of our building for activities and events.
Ascension Lutheran Church Service Times
Sunday schedule
Worship 8:30 and 11:00am
Sunday school for all ages 9:45am
Nursery care at 11am
(summer hours, subject to change - check website)
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Worship 8:30 and 11:00am
Sunday school for all ages 9:45am
Nursery care at 11am
(summer hours, subject to change - check website)
It's been more than 6 years since the last service times update. Please make sure to contact the church to confirm service times.
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Youth Group
On the 1st and 3rd and 5th (when there is one) Sundays from September through May, students in 7th through 12th grade are invited for a meal in The Great Hall at 6:00pm, followed by a gathering in the Youth Room with games, Bible study, devotions, prayer and all kinds of fun, faith-building activities. Our youth are also active with the Delaware-Maryland Synod youth gatherings and they look forward to attending the ELCA's Youth Gathering in San Antonio in 2018.
God Squad
Students in 4th through 6th grade are invited to gather once a month (generally on the second Friday) from 6:30pm – 8:00pm for a meal, games, Bible study and prayer. Occasionally, special off-site events are planned. Friends are always welcome. Watch our calendar for dates and details.
On the 1st and 3rd and 5th (when there is one) Sundays from September through May, students in 7th through 12th grade are invited for a meal in The Great Hall at 6:00pm, followed by a gathering in the Youth Room with games, Bible study, devotions, prayer and all kinds of fun, faith-building activities. Our youth are also active with the Delaware-Maryland Synod youth gatherings and they look forward to attending the ELCA's Youth Gathering in San Antonio in 2018.
God Squad
Students in 4th through 6th grade are invited to gather once a month (generally on the second Friday) from 6:30pm – 8:00pm for a meal, games, Bible study and prayer. Occasionally, special off-site events are planned. Friends are always welcome. Watch our calendar for dates and details.
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Special Needs/Accessibility
Accessible parking is available in the circle drive located on the north end of the church building by turning onto Worcester Road. Both a ramp and stairs are available here. Our building, sanctuary, education rooms, fellowship hall and bathrooms are all fully accessible.
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Ascension Lutheran Church History
Ascension Evangelical Lutheran Church began in 1941, when a small group of people met in a home on York Road. They gathered regularly for worship and mission planning, and they grew. They grew in size. They grew in mission. They grew in faith.
The congregation formally organized on May 14, 1942. It was Ascension Day - the feast that commemorates Jesus' ascension to heaven. From its humble beginnings, Ascension had extraordinary faith and vision. In July of 1949, they began construction on the present sanctuary which was dedicated on June 4, 1950. In June of 1959, an education wing and a nursery school were added to serve the community. Later, a narthex, columbarium and chapel were added.
We have experienced many renovations and expansions, benefitted from outstanding preachers and caring ministers, engaged in various mission partnerships, and demonstrated community commitment. All of these experiences have shaped our mission: Invite in Love. Grow in Faith. Serve Christ Everywhere.
Once-new endeavors we have tried over the years have now become hallmarks of Ascension: Partnerships with Lutheran Campus Ministry, Augsburg Lutheran Home, Assistance Center of Towson Churches (ACTC), and Fe y Esperanza Lutheran Church in Nicaragua; Youth Group for teens focusing on faith, family and serving others; Holy Thursday worship service and luncheon for our members in their 80's and 90's; Commitment to educating our youth and adults alike; Music programs that include four choirs - Cherub Choir, Junior Choir, Senior Choir, and Handbell Choir.
In 2017, we celebrate our 75th anniversary. We will continue to seek new ways to reach out in love and service to both our local and world communities. We invite you to join us.
We have experienced many renovations and expansions, benefitted from outstanding preachers and caring ministers, engaged in various mission partnerships, and demonstrated community commitment. All of these experiences have shaped our mission: Invite in Love. Grow in Faith. Serve Christ Everywhere.
Once-new endeavors we have tried over the years have now become hallmarks of Ascension: Partnerships with Lutheran Campus Ministry, Augsburg Lutheran Home, Assistance Center of Towson Churches (ACTC), and Fe y Esperanza Lutheran Church in Nicaragua; Youth Group for teens focusing on faith, family and serving others; Holy Thursday worship service and luncheon for our members in their 80's and 90's; Commitment to educating our youth and adults alike; Music programs that include four choirs - Cherub Choir, Junior Choir, Senior Choir, and Handbell Choir.
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Abide with us
O Holy Spirit of God, abide with us; inspire all our thoughts; pervade our imaginations; suggest all our decisions; order all our doings. Be with us in our silence and in our speech, in our haste and in our leisure, in company and in solitude, in the freshness of the morning and in the weariness of the evening; and give us grace at all times humbly to rejoice in Thy mysterious companionship.
Ascension Lutheran Church listing was last updated on the 11th of January, 2018
