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Christ's Church Cathedral
Chronicle for April 12, 2026

WELCOME to Christ’s Church Cathedral

Continued Easter Blessings!

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.

 

Emergency on-call clergy

Emergency on call clergy:
Dean Tim: 365-324-4503

Thank you Christopher!

Thank you, Christopher Hunt, for playing the organ and directing the choir this week.

Cathedral Worship

Cathedral Worship

Services

Second Sunday of Easter April 12
8:30am Holy Eucharist
10:30am - Choral  Eucharist with Baptism in person
and livestreamed on YouTube
Order of Service

Cathedral Worship - This coming week

Tuesday April 14
8:30am - Morning Prayer in person

Wednesday April 15
8:30am - Morning Prayer on Zoom
11:30am Holy Eucharist in person 

Thursday April 16
8:30am - Morning Prayer in person

Friday April 17
12:15pm Litany of Reconciliation (Bishopsgate) in person
2:00pm Easter Eucharist & Seniors Tea

Sunday April 19
8:30am Holy Eucharist
10:30am - Choral Eucharist  in person
and livestreamed on YouTube

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

Weekly Prayer Cycle

In our Parish Cycle of Prayer we pray for Heather Clark; Sheila Clark; Nancy Corman; Robert and Sandra Cross; Richard Cunningham and Gen McIntyre; Sandy and Jeni Darling; and Thomas and Katya Davison.

In our Community and Partners Prayer Cycle we pray for Restoration House Hamilton Trinity Lutheran Church (currently the building is being renovated).

In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer we pray for the Anglican Church of Mozambique and Angola.

In the Anglican, Lutheran, and Moravian Full Communion Cycle of Prayer we pray for the Anglican Provincial Synod of of Ontario. We pray for the congregations of the Central Manitoba area of the Manitoba-Northwestern Ontario Lutheran Synod. We pray for the Moravian Bishop of the Unity residing in the Northern Province, Bishop Amy Gohdes-Luhman.

In our Diocese of Niagara we pray for our Bishop Susan Bell; Archbishop Colin Johnson; St. Aidan, Oakville, the Reverend Fran Wallace, Priest-in-Charge; the Reverend Canon Marni Nancekivell, Honorary Assistant; and the people of that parish.

As a Community we pray for those who are developmentally and physically challenged; and 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; the Rev. Charles Meeks; Brandon; Harold Percy; Michael; Millie; Ezra Noble; John Ellis; Brenda Catterson; Allen Calvin; Bonnie Lawlor; Donelle de Vlaming; Eldra Gittens; Bill Gilvear; Barry Jefferies; McKay family; Jean Livingstone; Kristen; and Charlotte.

With current needs: Anne-Louise and John Watts; Jonathan James; Kelley and Barb; Turner, Janel Shaw, and Kathy Drury; Judith Robertson; Belinda Whitehall; Margaret Griffin; Stephanie MacLeod; Deborah Kempe; Mary Anne; Allan; Andrew; Madge Passmore; Brad; Margaret Kittle; Heather Clark; Shirley; Janet Wude; Celina Liong and family; Kim; Bill Gilvear; Michael Ludwig; Brandy and Jeddy; Jane Evans; Yvonne Mills; Dane Hathaway Jr.; the White Family: Elizabeth, Christopher, Wendy, and Sarah; Kathy Vogel and family; Jenny, Sam, and Daunt Hughes and family; the family of Margaret Roberts; Willow; and Olivia.

Those that have recently died: Margaret Beale; Mary Hughes; and Margaret Roberts.

Those to be baptized on Sunday April 12: Lynn Watkins; and Jacob Williams.

Flowers at the chancel steps: Given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Mary and Don McLeod and Stanley Burrows, by Hilary and Tom McLeod.               

Cathedral Questions

Sunday April 12 at 12:30pm

Are you new to the Cathedral?
Do you have questions about Christianity, Anglicanism, Cathedral life or the building?

Join Dean Tim and Rev. Monica at the front of the church after Coffee Hour on Sunday April 12, for an open
conversation that welcomes your questions.

Contact Rev. Monica

 

Easter Memorial Flowers

Easter Memorial Flowers

Thank you for your generous donations toward our Easter Memorial Flowers.

 

 

*Image by Gaby Stein from Pixabay
 
 
Cathedral Special Easter Eucharist & Tea

Cathedral Special Easter Eucharist & Tea

Friday April 17, 2pm

Dean Tim would be delighted if you would join him at this special communion service for seniors with hymns of your choice followed by a Tea.

Bring a friend!
Your driver is also welcome as our guest.

If you require a ride or a reserved parking spot,
please let us know.

RSVP  by April 14, to the Cathedral Office    or Tel: 905.527.1316. x240

Cathedral Tours

Do you want to learn more about the building in which you worship each week? 
Do you want more information so that you can welcome visitors to art crawl evenings and similar events?

Sandy Darling will lead two one-hour tours so that you can choose the more convenient time. Dates and times are: 
-Sunday April 26 at 12:00 noon.
-Friday May 8 at 6:00 p.m. (just in time for art crawl!)

Please contact Cathedral Office with your name and
expected  number in your group, thank you.

 

Interim Donation Statements

Interim Donation Statements

Interim donation statements for January 1 to March 31, 2026 are available for pickup on Sunday, April 12 at the greeters' station.  We encourage you to review the details and direct any enquiries to Paula Esteves. 

Many thanks to all our parishioners and friends for your generous and faithful stewardship of Christ's Church Cathedral. 

Invitation to Earth Day Webinar

Invitation to Earth Day Webinar

Presented by Climate Justice Niagara - Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Climate Justice Cathedral invites you to set aside two hours on Earth Day, April 22nd from 6:30 – 8:30 pm, to hear from an inspiring speaker, the Reverend Canon Michael Van Dusen, on how to move us all toward climate justice as individuals, as parishes, and in the organizations to which we belong.

Please click on the button below for more information and to register.  Note:  Once registered, you will receive an email confirmation with a URL. 

For more infomation visit:

http://cathedralhamilton.ca/events/invitation-to-earth-day-webinar/2026-04-22

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Digging Deeper

Digging Deeper

A Bible Tour - Sundays 12:15pm

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.

Safeguard the Integrity of God's Creation

Safeguard the Integrity of God's Creation

April's Action for Climate Justice Cathedral

As part of the liturgy for the Easter Vigil, and at every Baptism, we are called to renew our baptismal covenant including the question:

"Will you strive to safeguard the integrity of God's creation, and respect, sustain and renew the life of the Earth?"  Our response is "I will, with God's help."

CJC 's Action of the Month helps us live out this promise by encouraging us to pray, become informed, speak out about climate breakdown, and reduce our carbon footprint.  We can reduce food waste, drive less, buy less, save energy at home, plant trees and native species, and support environmental groups.  

That’s our role and responsibility as stewards of creation.  Let’s tell our friends and colleagues!

*Image provided by  Gerd Altmann from Pixabay
Alongside Hope

Alongside Hope

Cuba's Electrical Grid Collapses

Cuba's electrical grid collapses amid U.S. oil blockade.

*Headline from The Guardian March 16th, 2026

Humanitarian demands have  increased in Cuba due to Hurricane Melissa and the cessation of oil being shipped via Venezuela.  Millions in Cuba are vulnerable.  They have critical shortages of fuel, medicine, food, and water. 

Alongside Hope is continuing its longtime support of the Episcopal church in Cuba. This year’s focus has been on solar generators to insure clean water independent of the grid.  Please remember Cuba in your prayers.  Every day is a new crisis but Alongside Hope is partnering here at home and overseas to be a trusted ally. 

Interac e-Transfer

Interac e-Transfer

Another Way to Give

Interac e-Transfer (electronic transfer) is a simple, convenient, and safe way to transfer money to others.  If you already use online banking, you have the ability to donate funds from your bank account directly to the Cathedral's bank account . 

IMPORTANT NOTE

If this is your first time donating to the Cathedral,  please provide both your email and Canada Post mailing address in the message block available in your bank's e-transfer process.  Otherwise, we will not have sufficient information to provide you with an income tax receipt.  

Additional information:

  • The email to use is cathedral@niagaraanglican.ca. 
  • The Cathedral uses the Autodeposit option so that a security question is not required.
  • The message block referenced above is also useful to indicate where you'd like to direct the donation, e.g. altar flowers, The Sharyn Hall Art Fund,  Choral Scholarships etc.  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. 
  • Once you complete the e-Transfer process, you will receive an email indicating that your donation has been sent, and the Cathedral will receive a notification letting us know who made the donation, the amount of the donation, and confirmation that the donation has been deposited to the Cathedral's account.  

Please feel free to visit our Give Page to explore more options for giving.  If you are new to Interac e-Transfers,  you may wish to visit Interac's website for more information.  You may also direct any questions or concerns  by e-mailing our Donation Administrator.  

Thank you!

Around the Bay Road Closures

Around the Bay Road Closures

On Sunday,  April 12, there will be road closures that may impact your route to the Cathedral due to the annual Around the Bay road race.  Please visit the Around the Bay Road Closures  for details of road closures and the route for the race.

3rd Annual Walk for St. Matt's

3rd Annual Walk for St. Matt's

Saturday, May 2, 2026 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Join us on Saturday, May 2, and explore a community that is the heart and soul of Hamilton.  Sign up as an individual or as a team to raise funds and awareness for St. Matt’s!  Step into the vibrant industrial trail of Hamilton's Barton Street Corridor/East end with our family-friendly event, where history comes alive through an enchanting walking tour.  Uncover the captivating tales woven into the very fabric of this journey, exploring a community that is the heart and soul of Hamilton. 

Submission Deadline for Chronicle Items

The Chronicle is published digitally each week, with a ‘Highlights’ edition on paper. 
Please forward items for the Chronicle in final draft form at least 2 weeks before publication so that it can be added to the website.
Contact Cathedral Office:
Cathedral.admin@niagaraanglican.ca or 905-527-1316  x240 Thank you.

Hamilton Public Works Construction Notice

Monday March 2 - Friday May 8, the City of Hamilton will be completing sidewalk removal and replacement along James St N. between Cannon St. and Murray St. under contract C15-72-25 (M).

Please contact Hamilton Public Works for more information: 905-546-2489

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