Come Join Us
Welcome to Our Church - Your neighborhood church with a big heart!
We believe that the mystery of God is most fully expressed in God’s immeasurable love for all. We love coming together to worship, celebrate, mourn, and work towards a flourishing life for all.
Our community embraces a generous and inclusive vision of Christianity, where everyone is welcome. We firmly believe that everyone is a beloved child of God, and we strive to create a safe and welcoming space for you to explore your spirituality.
We believe in the power of contemplation and meditative practices. We provide weekly opportunities to engage in these practices to deepen our connections with God, ourselves and our neighbors.
Whether you are looking for a place to worship, a community to connect with; a space to explore your faith, or a place to deepen your service practice we welcome you with open arms. We invite you to join us and change us with your presence.
Thank you for considering Our Church as your spiritual home. We look forward to welcoming you!
Leadership:
Rev. John Merz (Vicar) john@ascensionbrooklyn.org
cell 718.930.1268
The Reverend John Merz was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, and is the soil from which he developed a keen interest in political thought, philosophy, and theology. He is an avid reader, often immersing himself in books on a wide range of subjects.
John has a passion for basketball and it has remained with him throughout his life. He is a fan of the NBA, spending countless lost hours listening to NBA radio.
Aside from his love for sports and intellectual pursuits, John also has a deep appreciation for NYC culture and the eccentric and the people who make it great. This passion for community led him to co-found the North Brooklyn Angels, a volunteer-driven project dedicated to building a stronger and more connected community.
John is happily married to his partner Tara Anderson, and they have two wonderful children together, Phaedra (10) and Vito (8)
Rev. David Fleenor (Priest Associate) David@ascensionbrooklyn.org
Brad Eubanks: Intern Assisting Minister Brad@ascensionbrooklyn.org
Music:
Matthew Morello
Bishop’s Committee:
Linell Ajello,, Paula Santaro, Dolores Keller, Gyda Arber, Ken Kiesnoski
The Episcopal Church of the Ascension 127 Kent Street Brooklyn NY 11222
