Date posted on April 9, 2026
The Diocese of Hamilton gathered on March 30th at the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King for the annual Chrism Mass. The liturgy was presided over by His Excellency, Bishop Joseph Dabrowski, CSMA, and brought together clergy, religious, and lay faithful from across the Diocese. Held during Holy Week, the Chrism Mass is one of […]
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Date posted on April 8, 2026
A Saturday morning Men’s Group at St. Benedict Parish in Milton is being recognized for its commitment to faith, fraternity, and authentic conversation. In a recent feature by Salt + Light Media, viewers are invited into the lived experience of men participating in That Man Is You, a program that encourages deeper reflection on the challenges […]
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Date posted on April 2, 2026
Over the past several months, Bill C-9 (The Combatting Hate Act) has been under consideration by the federal government. On March 25, 2026, the legislation passed third reading in the House of Commons and has now been sent to the Senate for review. The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) has communicated with Members of […]
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Date posted on March 27, 2026
On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, the Diocese of Hamilton learned that Fr. Ranjan D’Sa, a priest of the Carmelite religious order and Pastor of St. Dominic Parish, Oakville, had been charged by the Halton Regional Police Service with one count of sexual assault against an adult female. In keeping with the Diocese’s safeguarding policies, and […]
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Date posted on March 24, 2026
Living in the Light highlights the people and ministries that make up the Diocese of Hamilton. Through their stories, history, and mission, we see how faith is lived out every day in our diocesan community. Brother Richard MacPhee, O.H., Chief Executive Officer of Good Shepherd Centres and Good Shepherd Non-Profit Homes in Hamilton, has spent […]
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Date posted on March 17, 2026
The Archdiocese of Toronto has launched a national initiative entitled “Help Not Harm” to raise awareness about proposed changes to Canada’s Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) legislation and to encourage respectful engagement with Members of Parliament. Current federal legislation is scheduled to expand eligibility for MAiD to individuals whose sole underlying condition is mental illness […]
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Date posted on March 10, 2026
As we celebrate the 800th year of St. Francis of Assisi’s death, we turn our hearts toward the humble saint whose life of simplicity, peace, and joyful discipleship continues to inspire Christian people everywhere. This space is dedicated to exploring his legacy—his love for Christ and the Church, his care for creation, his solidarity with […]
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Date posted on March 9, 2026
On Tuesday, March 3, 2026, the Diocese gathered in gratitude and joy at Saint Stanislaw Kostka Parish in Hamilton to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the mission of the Sisters Poor of Jesus Christ in our community. The Mass was presided by the Most Rev. Joseph Dabrowski, CSMA, Bishop of Hamilton, and concelebrated by Fr. […]
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Date posted on March 6, 2026
The Permanent Council of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) has issued a Statement Calling the Catholic Faithful to Prayer for Peace in the Middle East. The statement affirms that we cannot remain indifferent to an armed conflict that risks escalating into a prolonged war. “Faced with rising tensions and the risk of escalating […]
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Date posted on March 2, 2026
On the First Sunday of Lent (February 22, 2026), catechumens and candidates from across the Diocese of Hamilton gathered at the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King for the Rite of Election, celebrated by Bishop Joseph Dabrowski, CSMA. Approximately 350 individuals preparing to receive the Sacraments of Initiation at the Easter Vigil stood before the […]
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Date posted on February 17, 2026
What is Lent? Lent is the yearly celebration of the Church in preparation for Easter. Lent has two major purposes: It recalls or prepares for Baptism, and emphasizes a spirit of penance. Through forty days of closer attention to God’s Word and of more fervent prayer, believers are prepared to celebrate the Paschal Mystery. During Lent, […]
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Date posted on February 9, 2026
The Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King was filled to capacity on the morning of Monday, February 2, 2026 as faithful from across the Diocese of Hamilton — joined by family, clergy, religious, civic leaders, and guests from near and far — gathered to celebrate the installation of Bishop Joseph Dabrowski, CSMA, as the tenth Bishop of […]
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