Updates/Notices

INCREASED OFFERTORY PROGRAM

This weekend we are introducing our Increased Offertory Program at all Masses.  Below is a summary of what we will be embarking on, why we are addressing these needs, and how you can be a part of it.  In the upcoming weeks you will be provided wikth more information and updates about our progress.  Thankj you in advance for your prayhers, yhour faith and your consideration of this important endeavor.
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CELEBRATING OKTOBERFEST

oktoberfestSunday, October 1, 2023
Parish Grounds (YMCA Side)
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
COME AND JOIN US - FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

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Newark Archdiocesan Pilgrimage

Come and Join Fellow Ascension Parishioners and the Parishioners of St. Mary's Parish in Dumont on the Newark Diocesan Pilgrimage to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington D.C., a one-day bus trip on Saturday, September 16, 2023.

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Emergency Operations Plan Development

A new law recently went into effect in New Jersey that requires all houses of worship with a seating capacity over 500 to have an Emergency Operations Plan. The Archdiocese is requiring ALL parishes to comply with this new law.

In order for us to create this plan for our parish I need the help of a few people with specific abilities. If you are willing to help us create this plan, please fill out the form here.

2024 Mass Book Form

The 2024 Mass Intention Form is now available.

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RECOVERING THE FULL CELEBRATION OF THE LITURGY

The outbreak of the Covid-19 Pandemic in 2020 required a temporary reduction of liturgical practices in the celebration of the Eucharist and administration of the sacraments. With almost all aspects of life returning to normalcy, it seems opportune for the Archdiocese of Newark to foster a renewed fullness in liturgical celebrations.
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From Father Jim

Your generous gifts to Ascension Parish are greatly appreciated, and I want to thank you for your faithful support!

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Upcoming Events for 2023

We need many hands to make these events a success.  Please help us with your time and talent to make our parish a vibrant parish.   If you would like to help out in any of our upcoming events, please complete the form below and drop it in the collection basket or return it to the Parish Office.
Upcoming Events

Information Updates

THANK YOU to all who have responded to our request to update the information we have for you/your family in our parish database. All registered parishioners have been contacted via, mail, email or phone requesting this information. If you have not received a correspondence it is because the contact information we have for you has either changed or is outdated. We are asking all registered parishioners to please contact us at 201-836-3085 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and update your information accordingly.

Having this information allows us to contact you with important notices regarding your parish. If you have not received any type of correspondence please reach out to us via phone or email ASAP. Thank you for your cooperation and prompt attention to this matter. Stay Safe!

Church of the Ascension

  256 Azalea Drive
New Milford, NJ 07646

  (201) 836-8961

  (201) 836-5896

  ascension@optonline.net

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