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Welcome to
Church of the Ascension (Anglican)
(formerly East London Anglican Ministries),
a parish church in the Diocese of Huron and the Anglican Church of Canada

Our congregation extends to you a warm greeting
and a sincere “Thank you!” for visiting our website today.

Are you seeking:

  • Meaning and purpose in life, where hope and love guide choices and actions?
  • A community of friends and fellowship where you can find support, care, respect and an opportunity to be heard?
  • Growth in faith and practical spiritual help for yourself and your family?
  • Ways to be of service to your community and the world for the sheer joy of giving?

So are we. Let’s do it together.

What’s New on This Website

  • The logo is now on site above the right-hand navigation bar.
  • The Hall & Room Rentals page gives info to community members on facilities available for rent at Ascension.
  • The Five Practices . . . section is an online component of a renewal program underway at Ascension this spring — full name: Five Practices of a Fruitful Congregation.
  • Red background colour is for Festivals of Ascension and Pentecost.
  • The current header photo is a collage of today’s members of Church of the Ascension and depictions of Jesus Christ from some of the 60 stained glass windows installed in our new church from the founding churches.
  • News and Upcoming are constantly updated.

Identity Statement – Who We Are
Church of the Ascension is an energetic community,
beloved by God, embracing one another in Christ,
and open to being church in new ways

Vision Statement – Where We Intend To Be
We are becoming life-giving, Spirit-empowered
disciples living out God’s love in action.

Prayer for Our Parish
Creator God, inspire us to lead with love and courage in the year ahead.
May we share our God-given gifts with abandon as we nurture and strengthen
one another for Christ’s mission in the world.
God be in our joy, our songs, our laughter, and our tears,
filling us with hope and passion. Amen

We invite you to join us for worship as we gather for a celebration
of God, respite from our busy lives, and friendship with one another.
See the Worship Services section for times and styles of worship.

For more information on what is in this site, or to become a member of our parish and/or any of our groups and ministries, please contact the church office at 519-451-7780 or elam@golden.net, and you will be put in touch with the proper leader or clergy member.

This website, except for Upcoming Events listings, is maintained by Sandra Coulson of Church of the Ascension. To contact her regarding the website, please email her through the church office at elam@golden.net. To have an Ascension event listed in Upcoming, contact the church secretary at elam@golden.net.