Author Archives: Church of the Ascension

Christmas Carol Sing-Along

Simply Classic will lead a Christmas Carol sing-along on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023, at 7 p.m. at Ascension. It’s a free event, but everyone is asked to bring a plate of cookies to share with everyone who attends. .

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Farewell to Rev. June

We bid farewell to Rev. Canon June Hough on her retirement on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023. There will be only one church service that day, at 10 a.m. That will be followed by a reception in the Parish Hall. Rev. … Continue reading

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Christmas Share 2023

It’s time for the annual collection for Christmas Share. Each year, St. Paul’s Social Services at the Cathedral distributes retail and grocery gift cards to those struggling financially so they can have the dignity of making their own choices of what … Continue reading

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Shades of Harmony concert

Shades of Harmony are longtime renters at Ascension.

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Christmas Choir

The Christmas Choir begins rehearsals on Sunday, Nov. 5, after the 10 a.m. service. While Ascension does not have a regular choir that sings each week, a large number of church members like to get together at Christmas and Easter … Continue reading

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Retirement

Bishop Townshend has accepted the request of the Reverend Canon June Hough to retire as the Rector of the Church of the Ascension, London, effective December 1st, 2023. Canon June was ordained a deacon on May 1st, 1986 and priested on December 17th. … Continue reading

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Thoughts for National Day of Truth and Reconciliation 2023

As we mark September 30th, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation or Orange Shirt Day, we are called to remember the evils of residential schools and their connection to our institutional structures. While this is a painful time for … Continue reading

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God loves and welcomes all

A Message from Bishop Todd Townshend September 19, 2023 God Loves and Welcomes All On Wednesday, September 20th there will be protests across Canada against what the organisers claim is “LGBT indoctrination in Canadian schools.” In many locations, counter-protests are … Continue reading

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Exercise Program

The VON is restarting its exercise program at Church of the Ascension on Tuesday and Friday mornings, 9 – 10 a.m. (Note: The class will not take place on the third Tuesday of each month as that is the time … Continue reading

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Land Sale: Please Contact Your City Councillor

The proposal to sell the back portion of Church of the Ascension’s property for much-needed housing has hit a significant roadblock with the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority. We are seeking the community’s assistance in moving this forward. Please use … Continue reading

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