- The Church of the Ascension, Windsor

Construction update. Entrance to the parking lot from University Ave is blocked once again. There is no street parking on University between Cameron and McKay Ave. Also the sidewalk might be unavailable along with the front main entrance to the church. The hall entrance along with the door by the Memorial Garden will remain available for use. University is closed East of Cameron Ave. Access to the church parking lot is available still from the alley off Cameron Ave. Parking is also available at Mason school and the west lot of Dollarama.

Welcome to Church of the Ascension

AAs we continue in this Easter season, we gather together in faith. We do so not as those who doubt, but as those who believe. Over the course of the 40 days of this season, we are reminded of that period of time that Jesus appeared to his disciples and followers as a testimony to His resurrection before He ascended to the Father. It was heralds of the Kingdom of God as they cast their doubts and fears aside. As we continue in their tradition ath faith, we pray that we too may be graced with the power of the Holy Spirit as we seek to bless those who have not seen and yet believe.

The Reverend Canon Lance Smith

Rector at The Church of The Ascension

During the Covid19 Pandemic, Canon Lance partnered with Cogeco to produce a weekly devotional program entitled "Reflection."

COGECO "YourTV Windsor"

With the resumption of in-person services the program has been discontinued, however, previous episodes may still be viewed on YouTube via the link found below.

VIDEOS

Click on the white button (below) to watch Reflection on the YourTV YouTube channel

Reflection (via YouTube)Reflection (via YouTube)

Easter 2026 Vox Pop

Easter Vox Pop

Click on the icon above and it will open a new page with the Newsletter and poster for upcoming services.

Scripture, Tradition, Reason

We recognize the importance of tradition and reason in seeking to understand what it is that Scripture is saying.

We do not put reason or tradition over Scripture since it is the ultimate authority.

Classic Traditional Anglican services: following liturgies from the Book of Common Prayer and the Book of Alternative Services

April 17, 2026

Third Sunday of Easter

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Rosary with a wooden cross next to the Bible

Celebration of the

Holy Eucharist

In-person services:

Sundays

at 8:30 am & 10:30 am

Wednesdays

at 10 am

At our services, you will hear words from the Bible, organ hymns (music) of worship, an engaging teaching (homily) from one of our priests and “liturgy” (a traditional form of Anglican worship).

Please do not be anxious about doing the "right thing" during the liturgy, but simply allow yourself to experience the service, and join in the worship according to your comfort level. You may follow along with the liturgy if you like but you do not have to participate in it if you don’t wish to. You may, without pressure or worry, just sit and observe how our worship service operates.

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The liturgy from the Canadian Anglican Book of Common Prayer (Traditional 1962 version) is used the first and last Sunday of each month at both liturgies. It is also used at each 10:00 am Wednesday service.

The liturgy from the Canadian Anglican Book of Alternative Services (Contemporary 1985 version) is used on the second and third Sunday of each month at both liturgies.

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Minister preaching in front of a gospel choir

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Church Life and Upcoming Events

Construction update. Entrance to the parking lot from University Ave is blocked once again. There is no street parking on University between Cameron and McKay Ave. University is closed East of Cameron Ave. Access to the church parking lot is available still from the alley off Cameron Ave. Parking is also available at Mason school and the west lot of Dollarama.

Office hours have changed. They are now Monday-Friday 9-2.

Centering Prayer is back on. Tuesday at 2:00.

Sunday April 19th at 3:00 pm at MacKenzie Hall (3277 Sandwich Street West) the next Multicultural concert will be held. This one will be from Brazil.

Bible Study has finished for the season.

Hosts are needed for Coffee Hour over the next few weeks. If you can provide a few plates of cookies or snacks and are able to clean up afterwards please sign up.

Please notify the church office or clergy if you require a clergy visit when you or a member of your family is admitted to the hospital as we can no longer access local patient information at the hospital.

If our parking lots are full going forward during this road construction we have secured permission to park on the side and back lot at Alicia Mason school (Northeast corner of University and McKay) and the west side of the building at Dollarama. (west side only please).

Choir practices have resumed on Thursday afternoons at 1:00 pm. Please speak with our new organist Steven if you would like to join.... before he asks you!

The ladies Auxiliary from the Church is in need of new members. Since COVID they have lost many of their members. They meet occasionally on Sunday mornings. They have worked gathering items in need for several outreach programs. They have aslo done the Sundae Sunday and teamed up with the BAC to do some of the meals. They understand you may not be able to help out all the time but when you can is vastly appreciated.

We are once again looking for volunteers for the following:

Greeters to welcome parishioners

Readers for the scriptures during service

Hosts for coffee hour

If interested please contact the office and let us know how you would like to get involved.

Welcome to Church of the Ascension

The Reverend Canon Lance Smith

Rector at The Church of The Ascension

COGECO "YourTV Windsor"

Easter 2026 Vox Pop

Scripture, Tradition, Reason

April 17, 2026

Third Sunday of Easter

Church Life and Upcoming Events

If you would like to support the ministry of our Parish with a gift,

please go to the Donation page by clicking here

Links to resources:

Calendar of Saints (Anglican Church of Canada)

Office Hours

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The Church of the Ascension

1385 University Ave. W., Windsor, Ontario, Canada, N9B 1B6 | (519) 256-4341