- 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

In our pilgrimage through life we often can find ourselves distracted by a great many things. Indeed, we live in an age of great distraction. There is no shortage of choices available to us each and every day. Therefore, what we need to discern whenever we are faced with a particular choice is whether it will lead us closer to the Lord or further away. By making the choice to draw near to God in all that we do, we can be assured that the other choices we make will be in accordance with God's will and our calling as followers of Jesus.

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)

September 2026 Vox Pop

September 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

September 27, 2026

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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

Sunday School

Is on Summer Break

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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.

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

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.

Saturday October 3rd 5:00 pm is our Harvest dinner. More details to come.

October 4th following the 10:30 service we will have a Parish Council meeting.

October 4th Confirmation classes to begin at 10:30 am. Please contact the church office if interested in taking part.

The Bishop will be visiting the parish November 15th. Please contact the office if you are interested in taking part in the Confirmation classes, which will begin in September.

Pre-Sale of tickets for Bishop's Friends Dinner. There are a limited number of tickets available for sale. It will be held Saturday September 26 at 5:00 pm at St. Matthew's Church. Cost is $70.

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.

Welcome to Church of the Ascension

The Reverend Canon Lance Smith

Rector at The Church of The Ascension

COGECO "YourTV Windsor"

September 2026 Vox Pop

Scripture, Tradition, Reason

September 27, 2026

Sunday School

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

Send us your questions & comments

The Church of the Ascension

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