Welcome to Ascension!
For almost 60 years the Church of the Ascension has served God by reaching out to our neighbors in caring and supportive ways with the love of Christ. We are a community of ordinary people blessed in wisdom, rich in humor, with an abiding affection for each other, working to build a better world. There are no perfect people at the Ascension, and you don’t have to be one either to be part of the Ascension.
Christ comes to all of us just as we are – and gives us the grace not to stay that way. Through worship and service, through laughter and prayer and pastoral care, we help each other grow more and more into the image of Christ.
Worship and Prayer
SUMMER SERVICE TIME CHANGE
During the months of July and August, there will be one Sunday service only: Holy Eucharist at 10:00 a.m.
Our regular 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Sunday services resume September 6. Please let others know.
A SUMMER REMIINDER
Many of our members will away this summer on vacation. Please be mindful with your offering so that the we can continue to meet our financial commitments. Thank you.
ATTENTION READERS
Our Sunday service is usually livestreamed on the Ascension Don Mills YouTube channel. Please note that livestreaming may not be available on some Sundays if an AV operator is unavailable. Click the link below
Ascension Donmills YouTube
JULY & AUGUST – OUR DOORS ARE OPEN TO EVERYONE
Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Looking for a quiet place to sit, pray, reflect, or simply escape the busyness of the day? Our church doors are open, and you are warmly welcome. If you would like to help please speak with Sandra Mailey about volunteer opportunities.
Come in. Rest a while. All are welcome.
Compline Zoomed Thursdays 7pm beginning
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86408306346
Forward Day By Day – can be read on line at: https://prayer.forwardmovement.org/
Hard copies in regular and larger print are available at the Information Table.
70TH ANNIVERSARY SAVE THE DATE
Join us on Sunday, October 18 at 10:30 a.m. as the Ascension celebrates 70 years of faithful witness to God’s love in Don Mills Bishop Andrew Asbil will preside and preach at a Festive Eucharist, followed by a celebratory luncheon in the Parish Hall. Four striking anniversary murals now grace our front doors. Created by Barbara Smith, these colourful stained-glass-inspired panels proclaim our story and mission: “1956–2026,” “70 Years,” and “Welcoming Everyone” and “Serving in Love,” They beautifully capture who we have been, who we are, and who God is calling us to be.
NASHVILLE MUSIC CITY TOUR
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
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Notices
July Food Bank Focus Canned Tuna – August Food Bank Focus Pasta Sauce – Please place food donations in the blue bins located by the audio tables at the back of the church. Thank you.
JULY & AUGUST OFFICE HOURS – During the months of July and August, the Office will be open: Wednesdays : 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Thursdays: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. If you are planning to visit the church, please call ahead to ensure that someone will be available to assist you.
CAFÉ 65 RESUMES – Thursday, September 10, from 12:00 noon – 2:00 p.m. (weather permitting—and provided it isn’t too hot!). We look forward to welcoming everyone back for fellowship, and conversation.
COFFEE WITH REV. NICK – “Bring What’s on Your Heart”
PRE-AUTHORIZED REMITTANCE (PAR) – Eliminates the cost of offertory envelopes; Offerings are still received during lockdowns or inclement weather; Reduces the task of weekly count.
RIDES MINISTRY – Need a ride to or from church? Or able to help by offering one? Please sign “Rides Book” at the back of the church so we can connect rides. Thank you for helping our sisters and brothers join us in worship.
LIGHTING A CANDLE – Each Sunday you’re welcome to light a candle at our new votive stand.
INTERESTED IN BAPTISM, CONFIRMATION OR REAFFIRMATION OF BAPTISMAL VOWS please peak with Rev. Nick
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT
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