Join us tomorrow for a Vocal Recital by bass Yucheng Huo, a rising opera singer currently studying at the Royal Northern College of Music. Yucheng has already performed in major productions and concerts, and his work has earned recognition in international vocal competitions!

Thanks to our brilliant congregation's fundraising efforts, we've been able to sponsor two olive trees in The Middle East which help preserve the land and culture during the ongoing conflict. 💚 Read more about this fantastic initiative here: embraceme.org/olivetreepro...

No English? No art skills? No problem. Come as you are. Leave with a smile. Next dates: Friday, 6th and 20th February!

Gorton Monastery, now the home of the Manchester Camerata chamber orchestra.

In an hour's time (1:45PM), Azariah's podcast with BBC Manchester will be released on BBC Radio 4 for the first time! Do listen in if you can! www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

Free, fun fitness sessions every Wednesday at Moss Side Millennium Powerhouse! Asylum seekers and marginalised women especially welcome. No experience needed. Just turn up, move your body, have a laugh - and grab a free cuppa. ☕ 📍 Moss Side Millennium Powerhouse 🗓 Wednesdays | 11am–12pm

Another piece from our Icons of Hope series. This artwork of writer and civil rights activist, James Baldwin, reminds us that faith and justice are inseparable. We are called to face hard truths with courage, compassion, and hope. Art by Iqra Tariq, with special thanks to the OT Creative Space 🎨

Father Azariah's most recent 'Pause For Thought' 🎙️ www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

So good to spend some time this afternoon with my friends at @hulmeascension.bsky.social 🥰 Now back to essay writing.

If you've been in the upper part of the church lately, you may have seen this beautiful artwork by Iqra Tariq as part of our 'Icons of Hope' series. The addition of Swedish change-maker Greta Thunberg is a powerful reminder that caring for our planet is part of caring for one another.

Free mindfulness and relaxation sessions at the Zion Centre, Hulme - open to all. Starting Monday 26th January at 2pm. See poster for details ✨

Human trafficking is a serious human rights violation, and it can affect anyone, anywhere. Check out our blog on @runnymedetrust.bsky.social to read more about its root causes and what we should be doing to end it for good: www.runnymedetrust.org/blog/from-ma...

It's National Reading Day, and the perfect time to promote our next Radical Reading Room! We'll be discussing James Allison’s 'On Being Liked' - a book about love that refuses shame and belonging that isn’t conditional. Thursday 12th February, 4:30PM - 6PM at Ascension Church, Hulme.

In last Sunday's service, we explored a powerful and challenging passage about the scapegoat - a reminder of how often blame is placed on one person or group, and how faith calls us instead towards honesty, responsibility and compassion.

Home From Home is back in 2026! A warm, no-pressure creative space - just good people and strong stories. 🗓 Fortnightly | 6–8pm 📍 Ascension Church, Hulme Newcomers always welcome!

The John Rylands Library is a neo-Gothic library located in Manchester, opened in 1900. It houses a collection of over 1.4 million items, including rare books & manuscripts,is part of the University of Manchester. #alphabetchallenge #photography #eastcoastkin #PhotographersofBluesky #weekBforBooks

Throwback to the Voice of the Town Choir performance last month! What a brilliant event.

Edna has been growing this climbing plant for the last 5 years and has kindly donated it to us! [Picture: Edna and her friend Jim setting up the plant in its new home 💚]

Today we considered our baptisms in the light of the baptism of Jesus and the beginning of his mission.  What is your mission?  Who do you need to connect with and where do you need to go to discover your direction?

'When Jesus had been baptized, the heavens were opened and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him' (Matt 3.16). Where might you pray for God's blessing on you this year? promotingretreats.org #retreat #blessing

Slow down. Breathe. Move like you mean it. 🧘‍♂️ Tai Chi & Chi Kung classes every Monday, 11–12pm at Ascension Church, Hulme. First class free - nothing to lose but a bit of stress. £7 per session (cash) 📞 Edna: 07563 208852

Hulme friends, and anyone else seeking stillness and prayer: take an hour for yourself in sacred community. Next date: 11th January

Father Azariah's first 'Pause for Thought' of the year!

I love doing these walks. It's a great way to notice what is happening on our doorstep and to get to know one another! The walks planned for Winter/Spring are 2-3miles max and involve a cafe stop. All welcome! Details below #Manchester #Walking #Parish

What has God given you in the course of these twelve days? On #EverydayFaith, we have been exploring the Twelve Joys of Christmas with Nicholas Papadopulos, the Dean of Salisbury. 📲 Download the app at cofe.io/EverydayFaith. #TheJoyOfChristmas

Tea, creativity, and new friends. No booking. No pressure. Just women supporting women at Home From Home. Next dates: 9th and 23rd January

We're grateful for another Christmas season at Ascension Church Hulme filled with joy, love, and community! 🎄

Turning the clocks back to Christmas 1986...

Happy Christmas from Ascension Church, Hulme!

The Narnia stories, which were instrumental in his coming to faith, inspire a new poem this Christmas by @malcolmguite.bsky.social #poetry #poetscorner #CSLewis

Merry Mass Macaroni!

The last of our advent conversations is happening tomorrow, followed by a film after the service!

Deck the halls! 🎄

Thank you to every singer who shows up, warms up, and raises us up. Happy World Choral Day - keep the harmony alive. 🎶🙏

Our service for the Third Sunday of Advent is from St Thomas’ Newcastle. Today's service of contemporary lessons and carols comes from Rev Ben Doolan and his team. We will hear about how the 'quiet revival' has been impacting their community. Join us at cofe.io/ThirdSundayOfAdvent.

Engaging and moving telling of the story of Viraj Mendis and so many others whose lives changed from their involvement in his sanctuary @hulmeascension.bsky.social #Manchester www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

📸 Afzal Khan (MP for Rusholm), Reverend Enock, and the Lord Mayor of Manchester at WinterFest!

🌟 Looking for a sacred pause? Fire & Gold returns this Sunday!

Father Azariah and Anna all suite and booted for National Christmas Jumper Day 2025! 🎄

Shout out to the RNCM quartet who played for our crowds at WinterFest last weekend. You were wonderful! 🎺

A fantastic evening not to be missed! Come one, come all!

A photo of snowy King Street, Manchester, taken 8th December, 1976.

Want to change the world? Start with page one. The Radical Reading Room brings together the boldest voices of past movements - from feminism to environmental justice, racial equality to workers’ rights. Thursdays, 5–6:30pm. Come read what shook the system. Next date: 11th December

Our merry band of changemakers came out in full force for 'Buoyant' last Sunday. Thank you for helping make the day so special!

Happy International Volunteers Day - you’re appreciated more than you know. 🙏✨

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Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities 🌍 Earlier this year, we spoke to Sally Parker, a member of BASW’s Experts by Experience Forum & her son Daniel, who has a learning disability & autism, to hear their reflections on Learning Disability Week. #DisabilityDay | #InclusionMatters

No one should face hunger or hardship alone this winter. Manchester South Central Foodbank will support over 6,000 people this year. If you can, do chip in and help keep this lifeline going: 👉 https://www.avivacommunityfund.co.uk/p/manchester-south-central-foodbank-2

What's on this Christmas at Ascension? See our own little 'advent' calendar for the season's main events!

Tai Chi for all abilities on today at 11AM!