Date posted on April 5, 2023
On Monday, April 3rd, 2023, the Mass of Chrism was celebrated at the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King in Hamilton. The principal celebrant was His Excellency, Bishop Crosby, OMI, with concelebrants including Bishop Emeritus Anthony Tonnos; His Eminence Thomas Cardinal Collins, Archbishop Emeritus of Toronto; Auxiliary Bishop Wayne Lobsinger; as well as his college of […]
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Date posted on March 31, 2023
The Most Reverend Douglas Crosby, OMI, Bishop of Hamilton, announces the following clergy appointments effective, Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at twelve o’clock noon, unless otherwise noted. Retirements Father Pablito Labado Retires as Chaplain, School Sisters of Notre Dame, Hamilton Father Edward Mahony Retires as Pastor, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, Freelton Father William Trusz […]
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Date posted on March 16, 2023
Forward Together in Christ was initiated to help the Bishop of Hamilton discern the best way to move the Diocese forward after the struggles and limitations imposed by the COVID-19 Pandemic. Once a committee was established, consisting of representatives from the clergy, chancery staff and a lay pastoral minister, it was decided to gather…
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Date posted on March 10, 2023
As we continue to Journey through Lent, we invite you to watch the CCCB video series available on their website. This year’s Lenten reflections are delivered by His Eminence Gérald Cyprien Cardinal Lacroix, Archbishop of Quebec and Primate of Canada, and the Most Reverend Brian Joseph Dunn, Archbishop of Halifax-Yarmouth. In English: https://www.cccb.ca/evangelization-catechesis-catholic-education/video-resources/journey-through-lent-2023/ In French: https://www.cecc.ca/evangelisation-catechese-et-education/ressources-video/cheminer-ensemble-durant-le-temps-du-careme-2023/ Every Monday […]
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Date posted on March 9, 2023
The CCCB National Office for Evangelization and Catechesis is hosting a three-part webinar series on “The Call of the Catechist”. Highlighting the wisdom of Sherry Weddell, Sister Janet Schaeffler and Dr. Anne Walsh, this series will invite us into a series of theological reflections on our vocation and spirituality as catechist. They will be held […]
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Date posted on March 6, 2023
We regret to inform you that Reverend Ronald Hodara, died at Joseph Brant Hospital on Sunday March 5, 2023. Visitation: Wednesday, March 8, 2023 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. St. Andrew Church 47 Reynolds Street, Oakville, ON Vigil: Wednesday, March 8, 2023 8:00 p.m. Funeral Mass: Thursday, March 9, 2023 10:00 a.m. St. […]
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Date posted on February 27, 2023
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!
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Date posted on February 22, 2023
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 16, 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…”
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Date posted on February 11, 2023
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:
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Date posted on February 10, 2023
Through a series of pastoral letters to First Nations, Inuit, Métis, 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. Each of the distinct pastoral letters in this series, […]
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Date posted on February 2, 2023
We regret to inform you that Reverend Wallace Metcalf, died on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. Visitation: Sunday, February 5, 2023 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. P.X. Dermody Funeral Home 796 Upper Gage Avenue, Hamilton Visitation: Monday, February 6, 2023 from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King 714 King Street West, Hamilton […]
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