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.

Daylight savings time is quickly coming to an end on November 2nd.   If you prefer not to be an hour early for church on the 2nd, please set your clocks back by one hour before going to bed on November 1st.  

Sunday November 2
8:30am - Holy Eucharist in person
10:30am - Choral Eucharist in person and on YouTube
Order of Service

Cathedral Worship - This coming week

Tuesday November 4
8:30am - Morning Prayer in person

Wednesday November 5
8:30am - Morning Prayer on Zoom 
11:30am - Holy Eucharist in person

Thursday November 6
8:30am - Morning Prayer in person

Friday November 7
12:15pm - Litany of Reconciliation in Bishopsgate

Sunday November 9
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.

Bishop Susan and Dean Tim invite you to hold in prayer all who find themselves in the path of Hurricane Melissa. We pray together that they are surrounded by strength, care, and compassion in the hours ahead, and for resilience and hope as recovery and rebuilding efforts get underway. We pray especially for those that have family and friends that have been affected by this storm. Some may remember Lauren Mais, a former parishioner now back in Jamaica, with whom we are in touch, as things develop.
We will also be monitoring updates from Alongside Hope (https://alongsidehope.org/get-involved/ways-to-give/) and will share any relief and development initiatives arising from this devastating hurricane.

In our Parish Cycle of Prayer we pray for Helaine Guther-James, Robert James, and family; Nicholas and Erin Hahn and family; Canon Sharyn Hall; Thomas Hillford; Priscilla Harding; Trish Harrison; Anne Harvey and Peter Wall.

In our Community and Partners Prayer Cycle we pray for the De dwa da dehs nye>s Aboriginal Health Centre (DAHC). Their mobile van comes to Cathedral Café https://aboriginalhealthcentre.com/

In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer we pray for the Church of the Province of West Africa.

In the Anglican, Lutheran, and Moravian Full Communion Cycle of Prayer we pray for the Rt. Rev. Leslie Wheeler-Dame, Bishop, and the clergy and people of the Anglican Diocese of Yukon; we pray for the president, faculty, students, and staff of Lutheran Theological Seminary Saskatoon, and we pray for the people and ministries of the Alaska Province.

In our Diocese of Niagara we pray for our Bishop Susan Bell; Archbishop Colin Johnson; St. John, Cheapside, the Reverend Canon Richard Moorse, Rector; and the people of that parish.

As a Community we pray for victims of war, terrorism and criminal violence, and all those that 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; HaroldPercy; Michael; Millie; Ezra Noble; John Ellis; Brenda Catterson; Allen Calvin; Bonnie Lawlor; Donelle de Vlaming; Eldra Gittens; Anne-Louise; Barry Jefferies; McKay family; Cathy Kendall; Jean Livingstone; Kristen; Charlotte; Bill and Joan Gilvear.

With current needs: Jonathan James; Kelley and Barb; Turner and Janel Shaw, and Kathy Drury; Judith Robertson; Belinda Whitehall; the Mitchell family; Archdeacon Terry; Margaret Griffin; Stephanie; Daniel; Lise-Anne LaRush; Margaret Beale; Deborah Kempe; Mary Anne; Allan; Andrew; Derek; Willow; Baby Snow; Brad; Donna Tank and family; Laurie Johnston and family; Valerie Rodney; Angela Hemming; and Margaret Kittle.

Those that have recently died: Gary Cosby.

Chancel Steps flowers: Given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Thomas Windatt Wright, April 13, 1919-November 2, 1978, given by Kim and Michael Johnston.

Sunday November 2, we hold an All Saint's Service at both 8:30am and 10:30am.
This service marks a time of prayer and remembrance for those who have been loved and lost. The names of those who have died in the past year will be read out, and others commemorated on a memorial list.
You will also have an opportunity to light a candle for those close to your own heart after the eucharist or at the end of the service.

Our doors are open on the first Sunday of every month during the months of  October to June 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 Bruce Burbidge 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. 

Big call of thanks to all that helped, baked, and supported our
Thanksgiving Harvest Brunch last Sunday.
Lets do it again next year!

 Bishop Susan and the Cathedral Place Property Management Committee (CPPMC) have approved renovations to the Myler Hall kitchen, the Cathedral narthex and the entrance way to the columbarium. Our general contractor (Alto Mar) plans to begin construction some time next week and estimates that the combined projects will take about one month.

This is wonderful news for the Café and for the Cathedral community. We are deeply grateful to all those who have contributed to bringing us to this stage - it has been a team effort.

We ask for your flexibility, patience and understanding in changes necessary to accommodate the renovations. David Savage is our liaison with Alto Mar. Please feel free to raise questions or concerns with David Savage.

Many thanks. Dean Tim (on behalf of Christ's Church Cathedral Corporation)

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.

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.

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.

As the weather turns colder, our guests at the Cathedral Café are in urgent need of new socks and underwear for both men and women.  These items are often the most needed and least donated and yet make a tremendous difference in the daily comfort and dignity of those experiencing homelessness.

We kindly ask for your support in donating new socks and underwear in all adult sizes.  Donations can be dropped off in the boxes marked with Cafe Underwear & Sock Donation in the narthex on November 2nd.

Thank you for helping us serve our neighbours with compassion and care.  Your generosity truly makes a difference.

for I was naked and you clothed me...Matthew 25:36

Image by anastacia bankulova from Pixabay

As Christians, one of the ways that we express our gratitude to God is through the joyful and generous giving of our time, energy, and resources. The Cathedral is funded by monetary gifts from parishioners, friends, and visitors. Your donation supports our many ministries including worship services, outreach, pastoral care, education, climate change initiatives, and music programs, Thank you for all you do to ensure that our Cathedral continues to be a living, sacred space where all are welcome! Find out more here.

During postal disruptions we thank you for continuing to do all you can to ensure that our Cathedral thrives as a place to worship. 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.  Thank you.

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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Many thanks from Kerry and Inez! 

We would like to give a huge thank you to everyone who supported our Wild Ride initiative this year, be it financially or through prayer or both.  I think we all agree that the solar suitcase project was deserving of our attention and support.

The latest news is that this year's Wild Ride campaign raised $61,000 across Canada, surpassing our goal by $9,000.  Even better, Alongside Hope has raised the necessary $170,000 and with the donor match, the goal of $320,000 has been reached, meaning they are able to purchase all 49 solar suitcases.  Fantastic news!

Many thanks to all who participated and contributed, spiritually and financially.

Refer to Coming Alongside Hope with Light

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!

Mature (60-year-old) Hamilton-based female, visual artist with writing and adult caregiving experience, seeks studio, room, or home share (for up to $500/month with possible additional duties) in Hamilton for December 1, 2025. Seeking a more sustainable rent and living situation to recover from recent health issues, and to return to arts-based self employment and community work. Conscientious, engaging, positive, and respectful with a preference for quiet spaces, ready access to nature, and/or living in the north end, though open to anywhere in the beautiful city of Hamilton.
Please call or text this lady, Monica, on 289-788-4886.

Thank you! from Revd. Dena Thomas.

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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