Highlights from the 2026 Bishop’s Charities Invitational Golf Tournament
Date posted on June 12, 2026
On Wednesday, June 3, 2026, golfers, sponsors, volunteers, and supporters gathered at Glen Abbey Golf Club in Oakville for the sixth Bishop’s Charities Invitational Golf Tournament. The tournament welcomed 124 golfers for a day of fellowship, friendly competition, and charitable giving in support of De Mazenod Door. Thanks to the generosity of participants and sponsors, […]
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Canadian Bishops Mark 10th Anniversary of Bill C-14 with Statement on Human Dignity, MAID, and Palliative Care
Date posted on June 10, 2026
The Standing Committee for Family and Life of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), with the authorization of the Permanent Council, has released a statement marking the 10th anniversary of Bill C-14, the legislation that legalized euthanasia and assisted suicide in Canada under the term “Medical Assistance in Dying” (MAID) on June 17, 2016. […]
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Additional 2026 Clergy Pastoral Appointments
Date posted on June 10, 2026
The Most Reverend Joseph Dabrowski, CSMA, Bishop of Hamilton, announces the following clergy appointments effective, Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at twelve o’clock noon, unless otherwise noted. Pastors Father Edward Henhoeffer St. Anthony Daniel Parish, Kitchener Father Israel Gonsalves, OCD St. Gregory Parish, Cambridge Father Rohan Miranda, OCD St. Dominic Parish, Oakville Associate Pastors Father Thaddeus […]
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2026 Wedding Anniversary Mass
Date posted on June 4, 2026
On Sunday, May 31, 2026, the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King was filled with gratitude, love, and countless cherished memories as 350 couples from across the Diocese of Hamilton gathered to celebrate milestone wedding anniversaries. Organized by the Diocese’s Family Ministry Office, the annual Wedding Anniversary Mass brought together couples celebrating 25, 40, 50, […]
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Pope Leo XIV Releases First Encyclical Letter, Magnifica Humanitas
Date posted on May 25, 2026
On May 25, 2026, Pope Leo XIV released his first encyclical letter, Magnifica Humanitas, focusing on safeguarding the human person in the age of artificial intelligence. Dated May 15, the document commemorates the 135th anniversary of Pope Leo XIII’s Rerum Novarum, the landmark encyclical that addressed the social and economic realities of the Industrial Revolution. […]
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In Memoriam: Reverend Zygmunt Baranowski
Date posted on May 21, 2026
We regret to inform you that Reverend Zygmunt Baranowski died on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. The funeral arrangements are below. Visitation: Saturday, May 23, 2026 from 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. St. Joseph Parish 409 Paisley Road, Guelph, ON Funeral Mass: Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. St. Joseph Parish 409 Paisley Road, Guelph, […]
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Resting in the Heart of Jesus
Date posted on May 19, 2026
The Church dedicates the month of June to the Sacred Heart of Jesus—the living sign of Christ’s infinite love for humanity. In the Heart of Jesus, we encounter both the source of Divine Mercy and the call to love as He loves. Rooted in the Gospel, devotion to the Sacred Heart draws us to contemplate […]
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Letter to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on the First Anniversary of His Pontificate
Date posted on May 14, 2026
The Most Rev. Pierre Goudreault, Bishop of Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pocatière and President of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), has sent a letter to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on the occasion of the first anniversary of his pontificate. On behalf of the Bishops of Canada, Bishop Goudreault expressed prayerful best wishes and the assurance of […]
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In Memoriam: Reverend Thomas Moisan
Date posted on April 29, 2026
We regret to inform you that Reverend Tom Moisan died on Friday, April 25, 2026. His obituary can be found here. The funeral arrangements are below. Visitation: Sunday, May 3, 2026 from 6:00 – 8:00pm Sacred Heart Church 221 Victoria Street, Walkerton, ON Funeral Mass: Monday, May 4, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Sacred Heart Church […]
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Episcopal Resignation and Appointment for the Diocese of London
Date posted on April 21, 2026
Today, His Holiness Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of the Most Reverend Ronald P. Fabbro, CSB, Bishop of London since 2002, and appointed the Most Reverend Daniel J. Miehm as his successor. At the time of his nomination, Bishop Miehm was serving as Bishop of Peterborough. Bishop Miehm will be installed as the Bishop of London at a […]
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2026 Clergy Pastoral Appointments
Date posted on April 20, 2026
The Most Reverend Joseph Dabrowski, CSMA, Bishop of Hamilton, announces the following clergy appointments effective, Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at twelve o’clock noon, unless otherwise noted. Retirements Father Charlie Jordan Retires as Pastor, Sacred Heart and Blessed Sacrament Parishes, Hamilton Father Archange Kebe Retires from active ministry Father Paul Voisin, CR Retires as Pastor, St. […]
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“The Beginning of a New Presence” – Celebrating Easter in the Diocese of Hamilton
Date posted on April 14, 2026
The Diocese of Hamilton gathered on April 5th at the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King to celebrate the Solemnity of Easter Sunday, the Resurrection of the Lord. The Mass was celebrated by Bishop Joseph Dabrowski, CSMA, as the faithful from across the Diocese came together in joyful celebration of Christ’s victory over sin and […]
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