Date posted on May 12, 2025
On Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, the Diocese of Hamilton celebrated the Ordination to the Priesthood of Father Moices Caballero and Father JoonBin Lim at the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King. The sacred liturgy was celebrated by His Excellency, Bishop Douglas Crosby, OMI, with the presence of concelebrating bishops and priests from across the Diocese. […]
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Date posted on May 2, 2025
As part of The Hamilton Spectator’s Creative Kids initiative, a Grade 7 class from St. Marguerite d’Youville Catholic Elementary School in Hamilton partnered with the Diocese of Hamilton to create heartfelt artwork on the theme of Pilgrims of Hope. Their vibrant and thoughtful pieces are a beautiful expression of faith, community, and creativity as we celebrate […]
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Date posted on April 29, 2025
On Monday, April 14, 2025, the Diocese of Hamilton gathered for the annual Mass of Chrism at the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King. The celebration began at 2:00 p.m., bringing together Bishop Douglas Crosby, OMI, and the priests of the Diocese in a beautiful manifestation of the communion that exists between the Bishop and […]
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Date posted on April 24, 2025
The federal election will take place on April 28, 2025. We encourage all to faithfully discern the candidates and key issues that impact our communities. As part of this preparation, please also consider outreach to community members who may need assistance in voting due to: circumstance, transportation, first-time voter, disability, health complications, or limited access […]
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Date posted on April 22, 2025
On April 21, 2025, Pope Francis completed his earthly pilgrimage and returned to the Father. From the moment he was elected in 2013, he led the People of God with humility, compassion, and unwavering dedication to the Gospel. As the first pope from the Americas and the first Jesuit to hold the papacy, he brought […]
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Date posted on April 15, 2025
On Sunday, March 9, 2025, the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King in Hamilton was alive with joy, reverence, and hope as candidates from across the Diocese gathered for the Rite of Election. The Most Reverend Bishop Douglas Crosby, OMI, served as the principal celebrant for this deeply significant liturgical moment, welcoming those preparing for […]
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Date posted on April 7, 2025
The Most Reverend Douglas Crosby, OMI, Bishop of Hamilton, announces the following clergy appointments effective, Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at twelve o’clock noon, unless otherwise noted. Retirements Father Robert Love Retires as Pastor, Holy Family Parish, New Hamburg Pastors Father Joseph Akanbi St. Andrew Parish, Oakville Father Jeff Bergsma St. Anne Parish, Kitchener Msgr. Cornelius […]
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Date posted on March 3, 2025
What is Lent? Lent is a 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, we are prepared to celebrate the Paschal Mystery. During Lent, the […]
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Date posted on February 26, 2025
Provincial Election on February 27th, 2025. Pray, Discern, Plan to Vote. As the provincial election quickly approaches we encourage all to faithfully discern the candidates and key issues that impact our communities. Please take a moment to inform yourself on how you can participate in this election: Voting Like a Catholic: This one-pager from Catholic […]
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Date posted on February 13, 2025
Due to the forecasted weather conditions and the deteriorating road conditions expected throughout the day, please be advised that the Chancery Office will be closed today.
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Date posted on January 15, 2025
Event Date: January 26, 2025
In the Apostolic Letter Aperuit illis, Pope Francis instituted the Sunday of the Word of God, which is celebrated on the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. Bishop Crosby and the Diocese of Hamilton spent this day to emphasize how #TheBibleSpeaks and how #WeListen.
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Date posted on January 2, 2025
Despite a steady downpour of rain, the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King in Hamilton was filled to near capacity as Bishop Douglas Crosby, OMI, presided over the 11 a.m. Mass on December 29, 2024, to solemnly open the Jubilee Year. The Mass marked the beginning of a year of hope and pilgrimage for Catholics […]
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