2024 Clergy Pastoral Appointments

Date posted on March 26, 2024

The Most Reverend Douglas Crosby, OMI, Bishop of Hamilton, announces the following clergy appointments effective, Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at twelve o’clock noon, unless otherwise noted. Retirements Father Francis Hubilla Retires as Associate Pastor, St. Mary of the Assumption Parish and Missions, Owen Sound Father Thomas Manninezhath, CMI Retires as Pastor, St. Anthony Parish, Kincardine […]

Saint Brother André in the Diocese of Hamilton

Date posted on March 18, 2024

Event Date: May 24, 2024

MAJOR RELIQUARY OF SAINT BROTHER ANDRÉ EMBARKS ON INSPIRATIONAL TOUR The sacred journey of the Major Reliquary of Saint Brother André, a poignant testament to the life and devotion of a remarkable soul, is set to captivate hearts in parishes and schools across the Hamilton Diocese. The Major Reliquary, comprised of a fragment of Saint […]

Highlights from the Rite of Election 2024

Date posted on February 26, 2024

On February 18, 2024, non-baptized adults and young people from across the Diocese of Hamilton celebrated the Rite of Election simultaneously at the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King in Hamilton and the Basilica of Our Lady Immaculate in Guelph. The celebrant at the Cathedral was Bishop Douglas Crosby, OMI, while the celebrant at the […]

Journey through Lent 2024

Date posted on February 13, 2024

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, […]

Lenten Resource for Families

Date posted on February 7, 2024

A Lenten resource for your family. You will find tips and resources for how to celebrate the Lenten season.

Lenten Message 2024

Date posted on February 2, 2024

February 1, 2024 Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Lent is upon us – a time to strengthen our relationship with Jesus Christ and seek inner transformation through fasting, prayer, and acts of generosity. The Church assists us by providing many supports. Throughout Lent we are invited to participate in community celebration of the Holy Eucharist […]

In Memoriam: Reverend Robert Dunn

Date posted on January 23, 2024

We regret to inform you that Reverend Robert Dunn died on Monday, January 22, 2024. Visitation: Thursday, January 25, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and Friday, January 26, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. St. Catherine of Siena Parish 620 Rymal Road East, Hamilton, ON Vigil of the Deceased: Thursday January 25, […]

Advent 2023

Date posted on December 1, 2023

The season of Advent begins on December 3rd, 2023. “Advent has a twofold character, for it is a time of preparation for the Solemnities of Christmas, in which the First Coming of the Son of God to humanity is remembered, and likewise a time when, by remembrance of this, minds and hearts are led to look […]

Highlights from the 2023 Papal Honours

Date posted on November 29, 2023

On Sunday, November 26th, 2023, hundreds gathered in the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King to celebrate the recipients of Papal Honours. The honours were conferred by Gerald Cyprian Cardinal Lacroix, Primate of Canada and Archbishop of Quebec. During his homily, he remarked: “We have before us today, sixteen disciples of Christ, members of this Diocese […]

Rejoicing in Hope – World Youth Day

Date posted on November 20, 2023

At the conclusion of the Solemnity of Christ the King in 2021, Pope Francis announced that he had decided to transfer the diocesan celebration of World Youth Day to Christ the King Sunday from Palm Sunday.  The theme for this year’s World Youth Day 2023 is “Rejoicing in Hope” (Romans 12:12). To read Pope Francis’ […]

Now Hiring: Administrative Assistant, Evangelization & Catechesis and Youth Ministry

Date posted on November 10, 2023

The Diocese of Hamilton is searching for a full time Administrative Assistant to the Offices for Evangelization and Catechesis, and Youth Ministry. Reporting to the Director of Evangelization and Catechesis, this position works collaboratively with all Diocesan offices and parishes. Alongside the Director for Evangelization and Catechesis and the Director for Youth Ministry, this person […]

October 27: Day of Fasting, Penance and Prayer for Peace in the World

Date posted on October 26, 2023

His Holiness, Pope Francis has declared that Friday, October 27 is to be a day of fasting, penance and prayer for peace. This day is a response to the Israel-Hamas war and a call for peace in the world. This invitation has been extended to people of all Christian denominations, other religions, and all those who […]