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In Memoriam: Reverend Zygmunt Baranowski

In Memoriam: Rev. 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

Resting in the Heart of Jesus | Sacred Heart

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

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

In Memoriam, Reverend Tom 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

BISHOP MIEHM HAS BEEN APPOINTED 11TH BISHOP 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

2026 CLERGY 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

“The Beginning of a New Presence”: Easter Sunday 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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World Youth Day 2027: Join the Diocese of Hamilton in Seoul, South Korea

World Youth Day 2027: Join the Diocese of Hamilton in Seoul, South Korea

Date posted on April 10, 2026

The Diocese of Hamilton invites young adults to be part of a truly global celebration of faith at World Youth Day 2027 in Seoul, South Korea from July 29th – August 10th, 2027. Together with millions of pilgrims from around the world, and in the presence of the Holy Father, we will gather as one […]

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2026 Mass of Chrism

2026 Mass of Chrism

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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St. Benedict Parish in Milton Featured by Salt + Light Media

St. Benedict Parish, Milton Featured by Salt + Light Media

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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Communication Regarding Bill C-9 – Combatting Hate Act

Communication Regarding Bill C-9 – Combatting Hate Act

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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Statement from the Diocese of Hamilton regarding Fr. Ranjan D’Sa, OCD

Statement from the Diocese of Hamilton regarding Father Ranjan D’Sa, OCD

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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