2026
World Day of Prayer
We will be hosting this year’s years World Day of Prayer service on Sat. April 25 time to be confirmed), using materials prepared by our sisters in Nigeria.
2026
York Mills Deanery – Lenten Study
York Mills Deanery – Lenten Study (via Zoom)
Join us for a deaneryLenten study, in partnership with St. Matthew the Apostle Church and Advent Lutheran Church, meeting via Zoom continues Tuesday, March 3, 10, 17, 24 at 7:00 pm. Session themes: Belonging, Learning, Listening, Giving & Hoping.
All invited to join any week they are able.
2026
Lenten Compline
Join us for a quiet and reflective service of Compline during Lent, a gentle close to the day with prayer, psalms, and silence. Thursdays 7:00–7:30 pm Zoomed. All are warmly invited — come as you are, and rest awhile in God’s peace.
2026
Coffee with Rev. Nick
“Bring What’s on Your Heart” First and third Wednesdays, 10:00 am A relaxed midweek gathering for coffee, muffins, tea, and conversation. This is a space to pause, share what’s on your heart, pray together if you wish, or simply enjoy being in good company. Come as you are, bring a friend, or just drop in.
2026
Christian Legacy
Continue Your Caring and leave a CHRISTIAN LEGACY to your Ascension Family!
Suggestions:
• Consider a Bequest in your Will
• Name the Ascension as Life Insurance beneficiary
• Make a Gift of Securities.
Speak with Rev. Nick. Brochures are at the Information Table.
2024
Secret Prayer Partners for 2026
As the new year begins, we’re inviting parishioners to take part in a simple, quiet practice of prayer for one another. Those who wish will be paired with a secret prayer partner for the year — someone you will hold in prayer, confidentially and faithfully. If you’d like to participate, please email Rev. Nick with your name, birthday, and a brief, one-line prayer request.
Names will be drawn on Sunday, January 26, and shared confidentially with your prayer partner.
2024
Bible Discussion Tuesdays
Bible Discussion – 10:30 am
A thoughtful, open discussion rooted in scripture.
You don’t need prior knowledge or answers just a willingness to listen, reflect, and join the conversation.
All warmly welcomed. Speak with Rev. Chris
2024
Light A Candle
Each Sunday you’re welcome to light a candle at our new votive stand. It’s a simple way to pray—maybe to give thanks, to remember someone dear, or to ask for God’s help. That little flame is a reminder that Christ is our Light, and that our prayers keep burning before God.
2024
RECTOR’S APPEAL 2026
This year’s goal is to raise $35000 toward not only maintaining our church and property, but to complete the renovation of the Christian Education Room, upgrade our security, heating cables in the eaves and possibly air condition our worship space. Mark cheques “Rector’s Appeal” or donate online at ascensiontoronto.ca. Your support is needed and much appreciated.
2024
Faithworks
This year’s goal is $2550. Make cheques payable to Church of Ascension marked “FaithWorks”. FaithWorks is a charitable programme of the Diocese and supports Ministry Partners throughout Ontario serve the needs of people who are Indigenous, homeless, hungry, at-risk women, children or youth, immigrants or refugees, or struggling with HIV/AIDS. Let’s help raise the $1.5 million goal!
Here is the 2025 brochure for you to read. Click here to donate directly through the Diocese.