church interior with altar and icons

Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church

Icon of the Ascension of Our Lord

Icon of the Ascension

Icons are a beautiful form of spiritual and artistic expression commonly found in eastern churches Each icon tells a story, through images, about important events in the bible and in the church.

The joyous icon above represents the feast day for which this parish is named - The Ascension of our Lord, Jesus Christ, into heaven - as told in the Book of Acts. In this image, Jesus' right hand is raised in blessing, and his left hand holds a scroll, reminding us of Jesus' role as teacher and that He is the ultimate source of knowledge.

The Very Reverend Father Alex Shuter, Pastor

Advent Retreat

“St. Philip's Fast'
and The Nativity”

15 November 2025
Divine Liturgy at 8am
Retreat 9am to 3pm

We are honored to have, as guest speaker, Fr. Jerome Wolbert, OFM, who will help us prepare to celebrate then birth of Our Lord by exploring Scripture, hymns and carols and the prayers of the Byzantine Catholic Church. Fr. Jerome grew up in St. Michael's Byzantine Catholic Church in Flushing Michigan and has served in Byzantine parishes in Pennsylvania. He currently resides at the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land in American, Washington D.C. 

Spaced among the talks is time for private reflection and a catered lunch.

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Attendee Registration Form

Fee: $30

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registration



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Spiritual Retreat
Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church
114 Palace Lane
Williamsburg, VA 23185

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