Welcome to the Parishes of Church of the Ascension and St. Bernard. Serving the communities of Norwood Young America and Cologne.
Pastor:
Fr. Abraham Kochupurackal CMI
Ascension Mass Times:
Tues: 6:15pm
Fri: 8:00am
2nd, 4th, and 5th Saturday: 5pm
Sun: 8:00am
Ascension Confession Times:
Tues: 5:45pm-6:05pm
2nd, 4th, and 5th Saturday: 4:30pm-4:50pm
Ascension Adoration:
Tues: 3:00pm-6:00pm
Registration is now open for the 2026-27 Faith Formation Year! Click HERE to register.
Our opening Mass is September 9th!
We are pleased to share that for this year all Registered Parishioners at St. Bernard and Ascension receive free tuition!
St. Bernard Mass Times:
Wed: 8am
Thurs: 8:am
1st and 3rd Saturday: 5:00pm
Sun: 10:00am
St. Bernard Confession Times:
Wed: 7:30am-7:50am
2nd and 3rd Saturday: 4:30pm-4:50pm
St. Bernard Adoration:
Wed: 2:00pm-6:00pm
Bring the whole family to Stiftungsfest Family Night! Join us on Thursday, August 27, beginning at 5:00 p.m. at Willkommen Memorial Park in Norwood Young America for a free evening of music, fun, and memories for all ages.
Take on the exciting Ninja Anywhere obstacle course, cheer on the kids during the pedal tractor pull, enjoy games and the root beer stein holding contest, and experience uplifting performances from two local church praise bands. The evening will also feature a special concert by Waconia’s own Jenn Bostic.
Sponsored by our local churches, Stiftungsfest Family Night is the perfect way to kick off Minnesota’s Oldest Celebration with family, friends, and neighbors.
Click HERE for more details!