Church of the Ascension
Welcome to Church of the Ascension Catholic Church.
Our Parish Mission Statement
Church of the Ascension is a Catholic community in Johnstown, Ohio that keeps Christ at the center of our hearts, families, homes and parish, so we can live the truth and share it with others (John 14:6; 1 Peter 3:15). With the help of sacred scripture, tradition, and the sacraments, we strive to know, love and serve God in this world, while encouraging others to do the same, so we may live eternally in heaven with Christ, the angels, and the saints (Ephesians 2:4-8).
Church of the Ascension is a growing community of devoted Catholics located in Johnstown, Ohio. We welcome visitors to our community, but if you are ready to register with us, please let us know! We're excited for you and your family to join us!
To register click the button below and then email the finished registration form to office@cotaj.org
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Join us in person! Find Mass times, directions, and everything else you need to know when visiting us for the first time by clicking the buttons below.
The Parish Office is open Monday through Thursday from 9 AM to 3 PM.
Leadership Team
Our dedicated team of priests and staff are here to provide spiritual guidance and support - as well as resources to help you on your faith journey.
Parish Calendar
Click here to see all events.👇
Confraternity of Christian Mothers Enrollment
All women of the parish are invited to enroll in the Confraternity of Christian Mothers on
November 15th after the 8:30 am Mass!
What is the Confraternity of Christian Mothers?
The Confraternity of Christian Mothers is a pious association intended for mothers, which has for its special object the promotion of the good Christian and Catholic education of their children. The members join their hearts in love with the Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin, the Mother of Sorrows, and unite under her patronage in mutual prayer and solicitude for the welfare of their children and families.
Mothers rule the world. Mothers play a vital role in upholding Christ’s presence in the world through their high mission to the family. They nurture souls, teach their children, serve and strengthen their families, model Christian self-sacrifice, and witness to the unfathomable parental love God bears for each of His children.
Why join the Confraternity?
Members are endowed with all the spiritual benefits of the Confraternity of Christian Mothers, which includes a share in all the prayers and Masses offered for the members and access to special plenary and partial indulgences available to Christian Mothers.
Who can join the Confraternity of Christian Mothers?
Any Catholic woman in good standing, married or unmarried, with or without children, can be admitted, provided she seriously intends to promote the aims of the Confraternity, especially that of the Christian education of children, and to comply with the rules of the Confraternity.
For more information, check out the archconfraternity website: www.christianmothers.org
Questions? Contact Elizabeth Hawbaker at 972-965-5021 or Donna Cuthbert at 734-497-7254.
November 16th Red Cross Blood Drive
Our next Red Cross Blood drive is Monday, November 16th, 12 pm - 6 pm.
Future Dates:
January 11, 2027
March 8, 2027
May 17, 2027
July 19, 2027
Knights of Columbus
NOVEMBER 25th - Knights will meet at 7:00 PM for their monthly meeting and perform a special function for the holidays. (K)
DECEMBER - Look for the "Keep Christ in Christmas" billboard on the southeast side of RT-16 (@ 6595 Columbus Road SW) just north of York Road. The Billboard will be up all of December.
DECEMBER 1st - Join the Knights for the Rosary at 6:00 PM. (A)
DECEMBER 5th - Knights meet at 9:00 AM at the Church to set up the Nativity scene in the parking lot. (K)
DECEMBER 6th - Knights will participate in St. Nicholas activities. (K)
DECEMBER 8th - Please join the Knights in the parking lot immediately after evening Mass for "Light Up for Christ" as we light up the manger and Nativity scene. We hope that this short ceremony will encourage you to remember the true meaning of the Christmas season, the birth of our Lord, the true light, Jesus Christ. Keep Christ in Christmas! All are welcome to participate in this joyous occasion! (A)
DECEMBER 12th - SAVE THE DATE! - The Knights and their spouses will gather for their annual Christmas party at Clover Valley Golf Club. Knights, please watch for additional details. (K)
DECEMBER 25th - Mass Intention to honor Deceased Knights at midnight Mass. (A)
(K) - Knights Only (A) - Open to All
Contact Kevin Stogran at hkstogran@gmail.com if you have questions
Join us for Knights’ 1st Tuesday of the Month Rosary at 6:00 pm prior to the 6:30 pm Mass.
Women of Ascension
Join us for our next meeting:
November 18, 2026 at 7 pm
Questions: contact Adele Robbins at 614-406-7023
It's Time to Shuffle and Deal some Euchre Fun!♣️♥️♠️♦️
It's Time to Shuffle and Deal Some Euchre Fun!
Euchre is Back!
Join the fun at the church on the first, third, and fifth Sunday evenings of each month from
6:00 to 8:30 p.m.
All skill levels are welcome, so bring your game face and let’s make some memories.
Hope to see you there!♣️♥️
First Friday Adoration 12/4/26
On Friday, December 4th, join our Adorers who spend time before our Lord in His Eucharistic Presence in the Monstrance.
Adoration will begin after 8 AM Mass and will continue until 6 PM.
The NEW Family Holy Hour will be from 5 PM to 6 PM. (Questions about Family Holy Hour should be directed to Kendra Arbogast at kendra.replogle@gmail.com)
Confessions from 5 PM to 5:45 PM
Questions? Call or text Maureen Keebaugh at 614-323-7293
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