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31st World Day of the Sick: February 11th

World Day of the Sick

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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“That We May Walk Together” Series of Pastoral Letters (2023)

That We May Walk Together

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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In Memoriam: Reverend Wallace Metcalf

In Memoriam: Reverend Wallace Metcalf

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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Week of Prayer for Christian Unity: January 18-25

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

Date posted on January 22, 2023

“Do good; seek justice.” (Isaiah 1:12-17) The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is an annual ecumenical celebration. Christians around the world are invited to pray for the unity of all Christians, to reflect on scripture together, to participate in jointly-organized ecumenical services, and to share fellowship.

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#TheBibleSpeaks: Bible Sunday

Bible Sunday

Date posted on January 19, 2023

In Lectionary Year A, the Church reflects deeply on the Gospel of Matthew. To help us in our exploration through this synoptic Gospel, the Diocese is pleased to provide resources for adults and grades 6-8 for Bible Sunday on January 23rd, 2023 and throughout Year A.

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Advent Reflections with David Wells

Advent Reflections with David Wells

Date posted on December 23, 2022

The Diocese of Hamilton welcomes David Wells, world-renowned speaker and Catechist, to guide us through the season of Advent. Christmas Fourth Sunday of Advent Third Sunday of Advent Second Sunday of Advent First Sunday of Advent

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In Memoriam: Monsignor Raymond Modeski

In Memoriam: Monsignor Raymond Modeski

Date posted on December 14, 2022

We regret to inform you that Monsignor Raymond Modeski, died on Tuesday, December 13, 2022. Visitation:        Sunday, December 18, 2022 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. St. Patrick Parish 196 Kenwood Avenue, Burlington Funeral Mass: Monday, December 19, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King 714 King Street West, […]

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An Evening with David Wells: November 8th

David Wells Speaking

Date posted on November 8, 2022

Join us on November 8, 2022 from 7:00-8:30PM at the Cathedral Basilica in Hamilton as we welcome David Wells, world-renowned catechist, and educator. This event will be hosted in person and streamed live on Youtube.

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November 27th: Coping with the Holidays

Bright candle flame with other flames in background

Date posted on November 1, 2022

… when someone you love is gone. Christmas is an especially challenging holiday to cope with and the Family Ministry Office offers a special workshop on the first Sunday of Advent each year to help you cope with the season.

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Our Lady of Guadalupe: In the Experience of Indigenous Peoples

Our Lady of Guadalupe Information Text repeated

Date posted on October 27, 2022

Join us for a presentation on December 12th, 2022 at 7:00 PM at the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King from the Honourable Graydon Nicholas, Chancellor of Saint Thomas University, New Brunswick, and former Lieutenant Governor of New Brunswick. A livestream will be available here:

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The War in Ukraine: A Call to Prayer, Fasting, and Action

Prayer for Peace Text with dove illustration

Date posted on October 21, 2022

In a pastoral letter, the Ukrainian Catholic bishops of Canada invite people to pray, fast, and act in support of their brothers and sisters in Ukraine. In the appeal, they invite parishioners to donate to charitable organizations, including Aid to the Church in Need – Canada.

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Extraordinary Minister of Communion Formation Workshops

Giving communion brad to open hands

Date posted on October 17, 2022

The Liturgy Office is pleased to offer Extraordinary Minister of Communion ministry formation workshops this fall of 2022. The workshops take place in November in Walkerton, Cambridge, or Ancaster. To register, please visit:

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