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The Church of the Ascension, Windsor

 

 


Saturday November 21st 9-2pm.

Annual Christmas Bazaar


Welcome to Church of the Ascension


In calling us to discipleship, Jesus challenges us to consider where true authority lies and calls us to a life of active obedience. It is not enough to simply say the right words, for our faith is lived out in our daily turning toward God's truth.  As we reflect on all that Jesus has taught us, may we be reminded that God's vineyard is open to all who respond to His call with repentance and faith.  In all we say and do, may we strive to move past empty promises and instead roll up our sleeves to do the work of the Kingdom of God in the world.


 

 

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

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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


 

October  18, 2026


 


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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



 Sunday School

 

Is on Summer Break





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Church Life and Upcoming Events



Centering Prayer is back.  Tuesdays at 2:00 pm.


October 11th Confirmation classes are cancelled for the holiday.  Will be back the 18th.


Saturday October 17th Chancel Guild meeting.  All members are asked to attend.


2027 Church Calendars are for sale.  They are $8.00 and cash only.


It's almost time.  Saturday November 21st Annual Christmas Bazaar.


Ascension Prayer Chain Ministry where the parishioners receive an email each week with names of persons who have requested to be on our prayer list.  If you would like to be part of it please contact the office.


Choir practice Wednesday evenings at 7:30 pm.  If you are interested please speak to our music director Steven.  We are always looking for more singers.  Practices are on Wednesday evenings from 7:30-9:00 pm.


The Bishop will be visiting the parish November 15th. 


Coffee Hour volunteers need.  If you enjoy the snacks and fellowship after church please think of signing up to host one week.  All you need to do is provide 3 or four plates of cookies or snacks and stay to clean up.  Sign up sheet in the hall.


Attic Treasures, please refrain from bring in items for storage for the bazaar as the basement is going to be under construction and so have no room.


Bible Study has finished for the season.


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.

The BAC and the ACW groups have amalgamated into one super group of volunteers.  If you would like to be part of this team that organizes and provides for parish events please give your name to the office.


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.

 


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

please go to the Donation page by clicking External link opens in new tab or windowhere


 




This quilt, which can be seen in the background during Canon Lance Smith's weekly program "Reflection", was designed and sewn by Liz Howles and the quilting was by Liz, Dorothy Matthewman, Audrey Askin, Sabie Sweetman and Agnew Power.  It's depiction of the 'Church of the Ascension' was one of the projects for the parish’s Centennial celebration in 1993.

 


Links to resources:

  • Daily readings are from the Anglican Church of Canada’s adaptation of the Revised Common Lectionary (Book of Alternative Services) may be found by clicking External link opens in new tab or windowHERE   Note that by clicking the blue box to the right of the screen you can switch to the Book of Common Prayer. Put the correct date in the "show new date" box to obtain the current day's readings


  • The Book of Common Prayer may be found by clicking External link opens in new tab or windowHERE

  • The Book of Alternative Services may be found by clicking External link opens in new tab or windowHEREExternal link opens in new tab or window

  • The Disciples Prayer Book may be found by clicking External link opens in new tab or windowHERE


  • Check out this website's 'External link opens in new tab or windowResources' page for links to many more resources


  • The Diocese of Huron's website may be found External link opens in new tab or windowHERE

  • The Anglican Church of Canada's website may be found External link opens in new tab or windowHERE


 



Calendar of Saints (Anglican Church of Canada)

October 2026
HD = Holy Day;   Com = Commemoration;   Mem = Memorial;  PF = Principal Feast 


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Office Hours

Please feel free to telephone; or leave an email message by submitting the 'Send us your questions and comments'; the Parish Administrator (Gillian) will respond to all messages, usually within a day.


Monday
09:00 am - 2:00 pm
Tuesday
09:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wednesday
09:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thursday
09:00 am - 2:00 pm
Friday
09:00 am - 02:00 pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
08:00 am - 12:00 pm
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1385 University Ave. W., Windsor, Ontario, Canada, N9B 1B6    |    (519) 256-4341


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