Church of the Ascension and Saint Agnes

About this church

The Church of the Ascension and Saint Agnes is an Episcopal parish in downtown Washington whose Anglo-Catholic identity is expressed through ancient liturgical forms, sung worship, sacramental prayer, choir, and organ. Its principal Sunday celebration is a Festal Mass, while shorter Quiet Masses provide spoken and more intimate alternatives. The parish’s history page traces the two congregations and traditions that now share one church life.

Sunday Quiet Mass begins at 8:00 a.m., Festal Mass at 10:30, and the current homepage also lists a 6:00 p.m. Quiet Mass. During summer, Sung Morning Prayer is offered at 10:00 before the Festal Mass. The dedicated worship page describes Wednesday Quiet Mass at 6:30 p.m., while the current summer homepage lists prayer or Adoration at 5:00 and Mass at 6:00; weekday visitors should follow the dated homepage or calendar. Sunday parking is free on Massachusetts Avenue from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with four additional marked spaces behind a neighboring dental office requiring a parish permit. Children’s Catechesis of the Good Shepherd or Godly Play runs during the 10:30 Mass. A young-adults group meets Monday at 6:30 p.m. The contrasting service forms make the parish suitable for visitors choosing between quiet spoken prayer and a full choral liturgy.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed August 25, 2026. Sources: Official homepage, current Masses, children, parking, and groups · Quiet and Festal Mass formats and duration · Published Mass schedule · Parish history

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