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‘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.

Sunday October 5
8:30am - Holy Eucharist in person
10:30am - Choral Eucharist in person and on YouTube
Order of Service

Cathedral Worship - This coming week

Tuesday October 7
8:30am - Morning Prayer in person

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

Thursday October 9
8:30am - Morning Prayer in person

Friday October 10
12:15pm - Litany of Reconciliation in Bishopsgate

Sunday October 12
8:30am - Holy Eucharist in person
10:30am - Choral Eucharist in person and on YouTube

Please note: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on Cathedral Property. Thank you.

In our Parish Cycle of Prayer we pray for Andrew Dewhurst and Gwen Peer; David Ditchburn; Georgie Docker; Catherine, Lillian, and Sharon Dougherty; Trudi and George Down; and Adam Durnford. 

In our Community and Partners Prayer Cycle we pray for Indwell and The Housing Help Centre, Hamilton.

In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer we pray for the Anglican Church of Tanzania.

In the Anglican, Lutheran, and Moravian Full Communion Cycle of Prayer we pray for the Rt. Rev. Anna Greenwood-Lee, Bishop, and the clergy and people of the Anglican Diocese of British Columbia; we pray for  the dean, council, and congregations of the Lutheran Lower Mainland Region of the British Columbia Synod; and together we remember the missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA people and their families, and pray for an end to gender-based violence.

In our Diocese of Niagara we pray for our Bishop Susan Bell; Archbishop Colin Johnson; St. John the Evangalist, Winona, the Reverend Peter Ciallella, Rector; and the people of that parish.

As a Community we pray for those that are hungry, victims of drought, starvation and famine, and for those who help, support, counsel and care for them.

Those who have asked to be remembered in our prayers: With ongoing needs: Bishop Ralph; Susan Andrews; Larry Andrews; Susan Worrall; Cathy Johnston; Helen; Rachel and James; the Reverend Charles Meeks; Brandon; Harold Percy; Michael; Millie; Ezra Noble; John Ellis; Brenda Catterson; Allen Calvin; Bonnie Lawlor; Donelle de Vlaming; Eldra Gittens; Bill Gilvear; Madelyn Bradshaw; Ann Turner; Anne-Louise; Barry Jefferies; McKay family; Cathy Kendall; Andrew; Jean Livingstone; and Charlotte.

With current needs: Jonathan James; Kelley and Barb; Sandy Darling; Turner and Janel Shaw, and Kathy Drury; Judith Robertson; Belinda Whitehall; the Mitchell family; Ingrid; Archdeacon Terry; Margaret Griffin; Stephanie; Daniel; Lise-Anne LaRush; Margaret Beale; Deborah Kempe; Mary Anne; Allan; Andrew; Derek; and Willow.

Weddings: Congratulations to Madison and Luc Methot, to be married on Saturday October 4.
Those dear to us that have recently died:  Judy Mansfield-Jones (Dec'd Sept 28)

Altar flowers and at the Paschal candle: To the glory of God and in loving memory of Liam and Joel Burch, given by Anne Harvey & Peter Wall.

1st Sunday of every Month 12:30pm-2pm

We have added an exciting element for folks that visit: a walking labyrinth!

We have a seven-circuit Chartres-style canvas labyrinth for all summer use at Cathedral Oasis. It is 24 feet across! Come and explore.

The labyrinth offers an accessible meditative experience through an interactive representation of the twists and turns of life, with God always at the centre, drawing us closer and closer.
Please pray for all who visit us during these summer months!

Our doors are open one Sunday per month for anyone to drop in for peace and reflection in the middle of our busy city.  Feel free to light a candle, say a prayer, or just sit quietly in this beautiful space. Maybe you have never been in the Cathedral and just want to have a look around?  Maybe you would just like to listen to some quiet, peaceful music?  Whoever you are, whatever brings you to our doors, you are very welcome. If you have any questions during your visit, there is someone on hand from our Cathedral Community.

For level access please go to the reception door to the left of the main Cathedral entrances.  

Please contact the Cathedral Office if you have any questions.

The Taizé movement began in the town of Taizé, France as an ecumenical contemplative youth movement decades ago. Today, Taizé is enjoyed worldwide as a contemplative 30-40 minute service for all ages, which is inviting to seekers as well as regular churchgoers. 

The leaflet provided to attendees includes the words and tunes to all the chants as well as the liturgical outline of the rest of the service, so it is very accessible to anyone. 

We hope you will consider attending and inviting a friend!

We would be delighted to have people who have sung Taizé to come and join the team leading it. If you are interested, please email the Director of Music Ministries, Bruce Burbidge. 

Our handmade prayer shawls have been and blessed and are available for the congregation to give to SOMEONE THAT NEEDS A HUG FROM GOD……is sick, grieving, sad, or whatever their need.
Available through the week via the Cathedral office or on Sunday mornings see Madge Passmore.

During postal disruptions we thank you for continuing to do all you can to ensure that our Cathedral thrives as a sacred place to worship, where all are welcome.  Find out more here.

Christ's Church Cathedral will continue to accept cheque donations addressed to our parish office.  Please ensure that the cheque is made payable to 'Christ's Church Cathedral'. 
If you wish to direct your donation to a specific fund (i.e. Choral Scholarships, Sharyn Hall Art Fund, Flowers, Memorials etc.), please include a note on the memo line.  Note:  If, no direction is specified, the donation is automatically attributed to Parishioner Givings, which supports our many ministry programs and our community at large.  PLEASE DO NOT SEND CASH BY MAIL!

As Hamilton Art Crawl this year runs May-October, we will be winding down with them in anticipation of starting up again in the Spring of 2026.
We offer the beauty of our space to those who wish to take a moment of reflection or prayer.
We also provide guided tours, musical performances and art installations.
Would you like to volunteer to help out at Art Crawl and be part of our vibrant Cathedral Team?    
Sign Up Today! Contact the  Cathedral Office, or talk to Anne Kae on a Sunday. 

On October 10 (Art Crawl) and Sunday, October 12, we  again be selling Christmas Cards that use Nativity scenes from our beautiful stained-glass windows.  We started to produce cards in 2008 so that you can have cards with religious scenes and that uses the word Christmas rather than Happy Holidays.  We continue to offer these cards at the original price of $1.25 per card - what a bargain!  Future sales will be on Sundays starting on Novemeber 16 to December 21.  

We shall also be selling  A Visual Guide to Christ’s Church Cathedral, Hamilton, Ontario at $10:00.  Consider buying the Guide for yourself or as presents for relatives and friends.  Copies can be purchased any Sunday from Sandy Darling  or order, here Order Form. 

MANY THANKS FOR YOUR INTEREST AND SUPPORT!

*Photos:   Alexander Darling ©

As a member of the Community of the Cross of Nails, we gather weekly at noon on Fridays to pray for peace, justice, and reconciliation.   We start our prayer with:

We stand together at this Friday noon hour to join with all those churches, schools, and other institutions who have committed themselves to the Community of the Cross of Nails. We search for reconciliation between ourselves and all those who have been harmed by war, by violence, by the effects of colonization and abuses of power, and by greed, selfishness, thoughtlessness and indifference.

Please click on Litany of Reconciliation for the prayer in its entirety.

A brief history of  the Litany of Reconciliation can be found on The Anglican Diocese of Ontario website.

1. Join the discussion group that will take place Sundays Nov 2 through Dec 7 at 9:30 AM in person at CCC.  Note:  Books have been ordered.  Please email Dale if you want one, and if you have not already, let him know if you wish to be in the study group. 
2. Self-study with your own course book and with the exercises and podcasts that it offers. Again, let Dale know if you want a book. 

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 at 11:30am.  All are welcome!

Come to this weekly drop-in gathering to explore the stories and wisdom the Scriptures contain.  Join us if you know a lot or just a little.  All are welcome!

For further information, please feel free to contact Matthew Green at 905-865-9863.

"This interactive workshop, led by the Reverend Rachel Summers, explores how Forest Church can serve as a powerful missional approach - especially for those who feel disconnected from traditional forms of church. Led by a practitioner engaged in starting and nurturing Forest Church communities, we’ll explore how to begin, the theological grounding for worship in nature, and the practicalities of gathering people who are curious, spiritual, and concerned about the planet.

Whether you’re dreaming of starting something new or simply curious about how the Spirit is moving beyond the church building, come and be inspired to root your mission in the wild wisdom of God’s creation."

*Image and Text above are provided by The Anglican Diocese of Niagara

For complete details, please visit

Rooted in the Wild:  Forest Church and the Mission of God in Nature.

The price for workshop admission is $10.  The proceeds from workshop admissions go to support the work of diocesan missioners.  Should you have any questions or concerns, please email the organizer, Hannah Keller or call Hannah at (905) 527-1316.

Enter into the Advent season by starting with a day of prayer and reflection.  Follow 4 characters through image, scripture, reflection, and response from the Nativity story to discover how we live in hope for the Christ Child in our midst.

A shared offering from the downtown Anglican Parishes

For details, please email Rev. Monica Green, or call Monica at 905-527-1316, ext 250

To RSVP, please email Karen or call Karen at 905-527-1316 ext.240 by Wednesday, Nov. 26.

*Image by Chantelle Thompson from Pixabay

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As Canada continues to navigate its relationship with the United States, we must remain vigilant as governments shape our economic future.

Clean energy and economic growth can work together.  Around the world, progress is being made.  India has already reached its goal of producing half its electricity from non-fossil fuels, five years ahead of schedule. The European Union is on track to reduce emissions by 55 percent by 2030.  China has lowered emissions this year even while electricity demand has grown.

Canada has an opportunity to become a global leader through a national energy grid that builds on our strength in clean, reliable power.  We are also called to stand with Indigenous peoples and to press for strong environmental protections.

Creation will only find peace when justice is restored!

*Image by Rosy / Bad Homburg / Germany from Pixabay

Find out all about our good works in Canada and around the world here.

 To support our projects please visit: https://alongsidehope.org/get-involved/ways-to-give/

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!

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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