Thank you for joining us as we worship together.

‘Sharing God's loving transformation of our lives with our neighbourhood, the diocese and the world through inspiring worship and music, spiritual formation and leadership development, compassionate service and advocacy alongside our neighbours, and a warm and inclusive hospitality.’

We are a sacred oasis in the heart of the city.

On Easter Monday, April 21, the world and our Roman Catholic siblings awoke to the news that their spiritual leader, Pope Francis, Bishop of Rome, had died at the age of 88.
Bishop Susan has sent condolences to the Roman Catholic bishops of Hamilton and St. Catharines, whose dioceses overlap with the Diocese of Niagara. She invites us to pray, especially for our siblings in Christ who mourn the death of their spiritual leader:
"May God who inspired him uphold and comfort the faithful today and in the days to come."

Sunday April 27 
8:30am - Holy & Eucharist in person
10:30am - Choral Eucharist in person and on YouTube
Order of Service

4pm - Diocese of Niagara  Service of Confirmation

Watch online:
https://www.youtube.com/@cathedralhamilton/streams

Cathedral Worship - This coming week

Tuesday April 29
8:30am - Morning Prayer 

Wednesday April 30
8:30am - Morning Prayer on Zoom 
11:30am - Holy Eucharist in person

Thursday May 1
8:30am - Morning Prayer

Friday May 2
12:15pm - Litany of Reconciliation in Bishopsgate

Sunday May 4
8:30am - Holy Eucharist in person
10:30am - Choral Eucharist in person and on YouTube

Watch online:
https://www.youtube.com/@cathedralhamilton/streams

Please note: Effective May 1, Smoking is not permitted anywhere on Cathedral Property. Thank you.

In our Parish Cycle of Prayer we pray for Tracy Gardener, Michael Garrett, Bill and Joan Gilvear, Heather Glass, Ross Grandy, Mary Anne and Philip Grant.

In our Community and Partners Prayer Cycle we pray for the Trinity Lutheran Church

In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer we pray for Church of the Province of the Indian Ocean.

In the Anglican, Lutheran, and Moravian Full Communion Cycle of Prayer we pray for Bishop Todd Townshend, the clergy and people of the Anglican Diocese of Huron; we pray for the Lutheran congregations of the Western Manitoba area of the Manitoba-Northwestern Ontario Synod; and together we pray for our full communion partner churches, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) and the US-based Episcopal Church (TEC).

In our Diocese of Niagara we pray for our Bishop Susan Bell; Archbishop Colin Johnson; St. John, Elora, the Reverend Canon Paul Walker, Rector; the Reverend Canon Robert Hulse, Rector Emeritus; the Reverend Judy Steers, Honorary Assistant; the Reverend John Lockyer, Honorary Assistant; and the people of that parish.

As a Community we pray for those who are developmentally and physically challenged and for those who help, support, counsel and care for them.

Those who have asked to be remembered in our prayers: With ongoing needs: Susan Andrews; Larry Andrews; Susan Worrall; Cathy Johnston; Helen; Rachel and James; the Reverend Charles Meeks; Judi Mansfield-Jones; Brandon; Harold Percy; Michael; Millie; Dave; Ezra Noble; John Ellis; Brenda Catterson; Allen Calvin; Bonnie Lawlor; Donelle de Vlaming; Eldra Gittens; Bill Gilvear; Madelyn Bradshaw; and Ann Turner.

With current needs: Bishop Ralph; Jonathan James; Charlotte; Sarah Chandler; Kelley and Barb; Andrew; Jason and family; Sandy Darling; Max; Chris Matthews; Gary; Griffin and Family; Dane Hathaway Jr.; Dane Hathaway Sr.; and Cathy Kendall.

Those recently baptized: Jesse Barreira.

Those who have recently died: Wayne MacHale, and Ernie Jansen.

Flower Dedications: ‘Given to the glory of God and in loving memory of my husband, Roy M. Howard, who passed away April 30, 2023’, by Barbara Howard.                                                                                                            

Study the Bible in community through this drop-in participant-focused method of reading scripture together.  Discovery Bible Study is designed to meet the spiritual needs of our participants by considering what the biblical text tells us about God and human beings. 

You'll find us in the nave on Thursdays.  All are welcome!

Enjoy some quiet within our busy city.

Once a month, and once a week during the summer, we dim our lights, play quiet live music and open our doors for anyone in the city to come and enjoy some peace in this beautiful space.

Drop in anytime! Sunday May 4, and Sunday June 1, from 12:30pm  to 2pm.

Join us in the Cathedral  Nave for conversation with Dr. Michael Ridley as we find out more about what AI is, how it works, and most importantly how it could positively or negatively affect our humanity, especially our interpersonal relationships.  Dr. Ridley is an expert in human centered explainable AI.  Please visit Dr. Ridley's website for more info.

Should you elect to view this event virtually, please access the Cathedral's YouTube page here.

Cathedral Chats offer the Hamilton community compelling and accessible conversations on topics of broad public interest.  Please note that this will be our final Cathedral Chat of our 2024-2025 series.

2nd Friday of every month 7pm-10pm
Would you like to volunteer to help at Art Crawl?
Call the Cathedral Office: 905-527-1316  x240

We will be delighted to hear from you.

If you know of anyone that has recently returned from hospital or is at home unwell, please let us know.
We have frozen meals lovingly prepared and ready to go. Including a Vegan option!
Please let the  Cathedral office know how many meals you need and who they are for, so that we can also hold them in our prayers.

‘Sharing God's loving transformation of our lives with our neighbourhood, the diocese and the world through inspiring worship and music, spiritual formation and leadership development, compassionate service and advocacy alongside our neighbours, and a warm and inclusive hospitality.’ 
We are a sacred oasis in the heart of the city.  
Christ's Church Cathedral MAP Mission Statement.

Our thriving parish community has a multitude of programs to support our community and our neighbourhood.

For more information on all of our ministries and activities click here.
Come join our lively, diverse, hospitable, spirit-filled, curious, beautiful, and yes sometimes, gritty community!

With Pre-authorized Giving, donors have the option of having a monthly donation transferred directly from your bank account to the Cathedral on the same day each month.  You can stop or change your monthly donation at any time by notifying the Cathedral. If you would like to use this option to give, please download the Intention Form, fill it out, and send it to the attention of our Donations Administrator or the Administrative Assistant to the Dean, or place your Intention Form on the collection plate during a Sunday service.

To see other ways to give, please visit our Give page.

With Earth Day being observed  on April 22 and Climate Justice Sunday on April 27, for the Love of Creation has also provided a few ways you can celebrate this week, including a map of upcoming events. We also invite you to visit The Climate Justice Niagara website for more information. 

Since 1970, April 22 has marked the anniversary and the birth of the modern environmental movement called EARTH DAY! But each year, our environmental challenges are worsening!

Canadians have a powerful opportunity (and a civic duty) to shape Canada’s environmental future by staying informed about the climate policies of our political parties, and voting in the federal election on April 28!

But I'm just one person, you say, does my vote really matter?

Yes, it matters. Now more than ever!

The Canadian Council of Churches is pleased to release the 2025 Federal Election Guide.  While issues such as relations with the United States and affordability dominate the ballot, it is important to be reminded of the justice issues that Canadian churches have been addressing together. May the call for “elbows up” be complemented by a determination to link arms in solidarity. As we discern the path ahead for Canada and vote accordingly, may we practise deep listening and empathy with all people in Canada.
Find out more here.

In the wake of massive cuts to international development assistance by the U.S. Government and some European governments, Alongside Hope partners are reporting that progress is being undone, programs are being forced to shut down, and families and communities are living in uncertainty about their futures. 

The damage is staggering. We cannot possibly fill all the gaps, but to maintain as many vital programs as possible, Alongside Hope is launching an urgent appeal to donors. Your support of the “Resilience Fund” will allow Alongside Hope to provide partners with additional support for refugees, HIV-related needs and for women recovering from gender-based-violence. Thanks to an extremely generous anonymous donor, all donations made to the Resilience Fund by June 30, 2025 will be matched, up to $250,000.  Refer To Article Here.

Donate to the Resilience Fund Here, with thanks from so many in need.

Join us on Saturday, May 3 for our 2nd annual walking tour of Hamilton's North End to raise funds and awareness for St. Matthew's House and those we serve. 

Your participation will not only enrich your understanding of Hamilton's past but also actively support the multitude of programs and services that St. Matthew's House offers. To learn more, please visit St. Matthew's website.

Bishop Susan Bell invites the parishioners of Christ's Church Cathedral to join her in the Bishop’s Company. 
As a member of the Bishop’s Company, you are supporting programs and initiatives within the  Diocese of Niagara, including diocesan and parish ministries. Find out more here.

Turn Debt Into Hope
Kairos Petition -Join the Jubilee Movement 2025.
Faithful Action for Justice and Peace to address global economic inequality and unjust debt.
A blue 'Jubilee 2025 Petition' folder holds more information and can be found on the Narthex table. The goal is to collect 100 thousand signatures in Canada and 10 million worldwide by the end of 2025.  Every signature strengthens the call for transformative change.
Please consider this and join us in signing the petition!

Please find out more, and sign the online petiton below if that is easier for you.  Thank you.
Sign the online petition and learn more about Jubilee 2025!

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Please forward article items for the Chronicle in final draft form 2 weeks before publication so that it can be added to the website.
Thank you.