The Clergy

The Rev. Buff Grace | Rector

I love being a priest at Ascension because the people here are dynamic, fun, and passionate about their walk with Christ. They sing and make exquisite music. They worship reverently and light-heartedly. They honor and enjoy their children as fellow spiritual seekers. The best part of my work is hearing all kinds of great stories, delving into scripture, and tending our sacramental life.Before coming to Ascension, I served in the Diocese of Atlanta, having earned a M.Div. from Sewanee School of Theology. Before becoming a priest, I guided wilderness expeditions in the Chihuahua Desert, grew organic produce for market, and managed a non-profit that aided hospitals around the world.
If you are curious about the message I bring during the sermon, please click on this Sermons Link. It will take you to the “Resources” area of this website where some of my recent sermons can be viewed. Thanks for visiting and I look forward to hopefully meeting you in church.
Email: rectorbuffataechurchdotorg  (rectorbuffatae-churchdotorg)  

 

The Rev. Mary Jo Feely | Deacon

I was ordained on September 8, 1994 and am thrilled to serve as deacon in the Episcopal Church in Minnesota.  I began serving as Deacon at Ascension Church in September 2004, with a focus on healing and wellness ministry. Before Ascension, I served at Christ Church in Woodbury, La Misión El Santo Niño Jesús in St. Paul, and the Office of Hispanic Ministry for the Diocese of Minnesota. Most recently, I served as Missioner for the Diaconate for the Episcopal Church in Minnesota, where I assisted Bishop Prior with the diaconate.

Email: maryjoataechurchdotorg  (maryjoataechurchdotorg)  

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