Recent News and Events - February 2023
Highlights from World Youth Day 2023 Fundraiser Dinner
The World Youth Day Pilgrims were delighted to host their "Taste of Portugal Fundraising Dinner" at St. Mary's Parish in Hamilton on February 4th, 2023. The evening was a huge success and great fun for all involved. A special thank you to all our generous sponsors and attendees for your support!
Thursday, February 23, 2023: Chancery Office Closed
Due to inclement weather, the Chancery Office and Bishop Farrell Library and Archives will be closed today, Thursday, February 23rd, 2023.
Season of Lent
Journey of Penance
Lent has two major purposes: It recalls or prepares for Baptism, and emphasizes a spirit of penance. Through forty days of close attention to God's Word and of more fervent prayer, believers are prepares to celebrate the Paschal Mystery. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 22nd, 2023, and continues until the beginning of the Mass of the Lord's Supper on Holy Thursday evening, on April 6th, 2023.
Holy Father's Message for Lent 2023
"Dear brothers and sisters, may the Holy Spirit inspire and sustain us this Lent in our ascent with Jesus, so that we may experience his divine splendour and thus, confirmed in faith, persevere in our journey together with him, glory of his people and light of the nations..."
31st World Day of the Sick: February 11th
The World Day of the Sick calls for prayer and closeness towards those who suffer. We invite you to read Pope Francis' message for the 31st World Day of the Sick:
"That We May Walk Together" Series of Pastoral Letters (2023)
Through a series of pastoral letters to First Nations, Inuit, Metis, and the People of God in Canada, the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) affirmed its ongoing commitment to renewing and strengthening relations with Indigenous Peoples at the national, regional, and especially the local level.
In Memoriam: Reverend Wallace Metcalf
We regret to inform you that Reverend Wallace Metcalf, died on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. Please pray that Reverend Wallace Metcalf may receive the reward of a good and faithful servant and that his family and friends will be consoled in their faith in Christ.