The Church of the Ascension, Windsor -

Welcome to Church of the Ascension

At the beginning of this new Fall season, we once again enter into those routines by which we engage the world. It is in our day to day faithfulness that the Lord presents us with opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others by faithfully acting in accordance with His Word. As our understanding of God's Word grows, so too does our ability to claim our own role in building up the Kingdom of God everywhere we are sent. We hope that this weeks liturgy will strengthen you in the faith and give you the vision to see God's hand at work in every aspect of your life.

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)

Ascension 2025 Vox Pop

Ascension Vox Pop

Click on the icon above and it will open a new page with the Newsletter.

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

September 7, 2025

13th Sunday After Pentecost

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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.

The Church of the Ascension in Windsor does not online stream church services

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The liturgy from the Anglican Book of Common Prayer (Traditional, 19) is used the first and last Sunday of each month at the 10:30 am service. It is also used at each 8:30 am Sunday and 10:00 am Wednesday services.

The liturgy from the Anglican Book of Alternative Services (Contemporary, 1985) is used at the second and third Sunday of each month at the 10:30 am Choral Eucharist.

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Minister preaching in front of a gospel choir

Sunday School

is on Summer Vacation

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Church Life and Upcoming Events

Parish Council meeting on Sunday September 21st following 10:30 service. Tentative dates for the next meetings are November 2nd and December 7th, so save the date.

Centering Prayer is returning Tuesday September 9th at 2:00 pm. Speak with Deacon Fred for more information.

As you clean your house or start thinking of making jams or preserves please remember the parish bazaar in November. This year is Saturday November 15th.

Hots 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.

Bible Study has finished for the moment but it shall return.

Prayer Shawl is on summer vacation and will resume in September.

Choir is on summer vacation and will resume in September.

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).

Collection Envelopes for 2025 are at the back. Both e-transfers and Pre-authorized payments are also available methods. Contact the office if interested in this paperless method.

Choir practices have resumed on Thursday nights at 7:00 pm. Please speak with Trudy if you would like to join. I'm going to put on pause as I am unsure right now what will happen with Trudy having to step back. Will update when I know more.

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"

Ascension 2025 Vox Pop

Scripture, Tradition, Reason

September 7, 2025

13th Sunday After Pentecost

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