Church of the Ascension,
hayward
10610 California Ave, Hayward, WI 54843
Welcome to Church of the ascension
Located in the heart of Hayward, Church of the Ascension is a vibrant Episcopal community rooted in tradition and committed to living out Christ’s love through worship, fellowship, and service. Known as “the little church with the big heart,” we welcome all who seek spiritual growth and meaningful connection.
🕊️ Sunday Worship
Holy Eucharist
Every Sunday at 8:30 AM
Fellowship afterwards.
📍 10610 California Ave, Hayward, WI 54843
All are welcome to take part in our traditional Episcopal liturgy and the enduring community spirit of St. Alban’s. Whether you’re just visiting or seeking a church home, there’s a place for you here.
At Church of the Ascension, we believe faith comes alive when it’s shared around tables, through service, and in community. Rooted in Hayward and open to all, we are committed to loving God and neighbor through hospitality, compassion, and hands-on care. Our ministries reflect this call to serve locally and globally, with programs that include:
Community
Engagement
Food support
Supporting Hayward’S food pantry with canned and household goods and locals with meals on wheels
Prayers and squares
A prayer quilt ministry offering tangible comfort and spiritual support to those in need.
Lydia’s Table
and more…with you!
A dinner church experience where we share a meal, reflect on scripture, and pray together.
Rooted in grace.
Stirred to serve.
At Church of the Ascension in Hayward, we follow the risen Christ who calls us to gather in love, break bread with strangers, and lift up the lowly.
We believe faith is more than belief—it’s a way of life. That’s why we come together not just for Sunday worship, but for shared meals, handmade prayers, food delivery, and seasonal generosity that reaches far beyond our doors.
Firmly grounded in the Episcopal tradition and joyfully open to all, we are a small church with a wide embrace—committed to compassion, community, and faith in action.
Come find your place at the table.
Meet Our team
Mother Nozy Dlodlo
Priest
Father Dave Bauer
Regional Missioner
COMING SOON
Senior Warden
COMING SOON
Junior Warden
COMING SOON
Treasurer
Marlene Hogue
Deacon
our benefice
Part of Something Bigger
Chuch of the Ascension in Hayward is proud to be one of four congregations that make up the Northern Highlands Benefice — a collaborative ministry of Episcopal churches across northwestern Wisconsin. Alongside Grace in Rice Lake, St. Luke’s in Springbrook, and St. Alban’s in Spooner, we share clergy, worship rhythms, and a commitment to building faithful, connected communities in rural spaces. Each church keeps its own heart and heritage, but together we support one another in serving, learning, and growing — from Hayward through the Northwoods and beyond.