Pastoral Letter on Evangelization and Catechesis in the Family
Date posted on October 25, 2024
On October 9th, 2024, the Episcopal Commission for Evangelization and Catechesis of the English Sector of Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) released a beautiful document titled, Called to Witness and Proclaim: A Pastoral Letter on Evangelization and Catechesis in the Family. Framed around the story of Jesus healing the daughter of Jairus, as related in the […]
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In Memoriam: Reverend Aloysius George Stortz
Date posted on October 21, 2024
We regret to inform you that Rev. Aloysius George Stortz, died on October 18, 2024. Visitation: Thursday October 24, 2024 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm Henry Walser Funeral Home 507 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON Evening Prayer: Thursday October 24, 2024 at 6:30pm Henry Walser Funeral Home 507 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON Funeral Mass: Friday October […]
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September 30 – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Date posted on September 27, 2024
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is held each year on September 30th. This day provides an opportunity for all Canadians to reflect and honour Survivors of residential schools and all those who support them. We remember the children that never returned home. We recognize this painful history and, as a Catholic community, acknowledge […]
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Highlights from 2024 Vacation Bible School
Date posted on September 19, 2024
Vacation Bible School took place across several Parishes across the Diocese of Hamilton this summer! These opportunities to experience our faith could not have been possible without our wonderful Pastors, Parish Ministers, and volunteers who planned, supported and implemented these engaging programs. During these programs, the young people explored how they can live as disciples […]
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Forward Together in Christ
Date posted on September 11, 2024
Desiring to support the work of the Holy Spirit in the Diocese of Hamilton, Forward Together in Christ was initiated to help the Bishop of Hamilton discern the best way to move the diocese forward after the struggles and limitations imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Close to 1,000 people from across the Diocese of Hamilton […]
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Vatican II and Its Four Constitutions: A Video Series
Date posted on September 5, 2024
In 2025 the universal Church will celebrate a Jubilee Year – a year of renewal in faith. The theme of the year established by Pope Francis is “Pilgrims of Hope“. Pope Francis has asked that the preparation for the Jubilee be marked in a particular way by rediscovering the teachings of Vatican II, in particular the four Constitutions, and […]
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World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation (September 1st)
Date posted on August 27, 2024
The global celebration of the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation take places on the 1st of September, 2024. This day calls on all of us to unite in prayer, reflection, and action for the protection and preservation of our common home. This year’s theme, “Hope and Act with Creation,” draws inspiration […]
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Catholic Campus Ministry
Date posted on August 26, 2024
The Diocese is home to four University Chaplaincy Centres: Canadian Martyrs Student Centre in Hamilton, Newman Centre in Guelph, St. Jerome’s Campus University in Waterloo, and St. John Paul II Student Centre in Waterloo. Learn more about them…
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Highlights from the 2024 Ordination to the Priesthood
Date posted on July 26, 2024
On the beautiful sunny morning of Saturday, July 20th, 2024, the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King was filled with joy and reverence as the Diocese welcomed two new priests. Luis Cordeiro Inacio and William Meehan were ordained to the priesthood in a solemn and uplifting ordination, marking a significant milestone in their spiritual journey […]
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2024 Vacation Bible School
Date posted on July 8, 2024
Vacation Bible School will be taking place across several Parishes across the Diocese of Hamilton this summer! These opportunities to experience our faith are possible in thanks to our wonderful Pastors, Parish Ministers, and volunteers who plan, support and implement these engaging programs. During these programs, young people will explore how they can live as disciples […]
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2024 Ordination to the Permanent Diaconate
Date posted on June 19, 2024
On Saturday, June 15th, 2024, Camille Johnson, Michael Kuhl and Richard Olson were ordained to the Diaconate for the Diocese of Hamilton during a beautiful Mass held at the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King. In front of celebrating priest Bishop Douglas Crosby, with concelebrants including Bishop Wayne Lobsinger and other priests, deacons, parishioners, family […]
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Ordination to the Transitional Diaconate of Moices Caballero and Joonbin Lim
Date posted on June 14, 2024
On the evening of Friday, June 7th, 2024, Moices Caballero and Joonbim Lim were ordained to the Transitional Diaconate. Bishop Wayne Lobsinger was the principal celebrant along with concelebrating priests and deacons. The Mass took place at St. John’s Parish in Kitchener. A transitional deacon is one who is preparing for ordination to the Priesthood in […]
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