Recent News and Events - June 2018
Bishop Crosby's Heart to Heart
OUR LADY OF CANADA, a marble statue created by Lawrence Voaides of Traditional Cut Stone was installed in the outdoor niche on the western wall of the Cathedral Basilica, by Joe Costello and team from Clifford Restoration. The statue will be blessed following the 11:00 a.m. Mass this Sunday, July 1, 2018...
2018 Youth Rally Highlights
On May 26th, 2018, 565 young people gathered together at Bishop MacDonell C.S.S. for the annual Youth Rally. It was a joy-filled day that consisted of rally music led by A Guy and a Girl, a keynote address by Katie Prejean, and a number of workshops led by representatives from across the Diocese...
In Memoriam: Reverend Michael Sullivan
We regret to inform you that Reverend Michael Sullivan died on June 25th, 2018. Please pray that Reverend Michael Sullivan may rest in the peace of Christ and that his family and friends may be consoled in their faith in Christ.
Transitional Deacon Ordinations
All are welcome to attend the first two Transitional Deacon Ordinations of the year! Vivek Trindade will be ordained on June 29, 2018 at 7PM at St. Matthew Parish, Oakville, and John Schnurr's ordination takes place on June 30, 2018 at 7PM at Immaculate Conception Parish, Formosa.
Highlights from 2018 Wedding Anniversary Mass
On Sunday, June 10, 2018, 435 couples gathered together to celebrate the Wedding Anniversary Mass. Bishop Douglas Crosby, OMI, was the principal celebrant and remarked how, altogether, the couples represented over 19,000 years of marriage!
Listening Sessions
Bishop Crosby encourages you to attend a listening session relating to the proposed Diocesan capital campaign. These sessions will provide information about the proposed campaign goals and will allow you the opportunity to ask questions and share your thoughts. For dates and locations, please
2018 Permanent Diaconate Ordinations
On Saturday, June 2, 2018, John Andrade, Leonard Gallant, Mark Shaw, and Bert Tami were ordained to the Diaconate for the Diocese of Hamilton. We congratulate them and warmly welcome them to their ministry for the Diocese! We invite you to see the highlights from this year's Permanent Diaconate Ordination.
Additional Clergy Appointments
The Most Reverend Douglas Crosby, OMI, Bishop of Hamilton, announces the following clergy appointments, effective June 27, 2018 unless otherwise indicated, in addition to the previously announced clergy appointments.
2018 Wedding Anniversary Mass
The annual Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass takes place on Sunday, June 10th, 2018 at 1:30pm at the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King. This is an annual Mass for couples celebrating their 25th, 40th, 50th, 60th or 60th plus Wedding Anniversary! To register: