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:
Dean Tim: 365-324-4503

 Sunday June 7
8:30am Holy Eucharist

10:30am - Choral  Eucharist  in person
and livestreamed on YouTube
Order of Service

Cathedral Worship - This coming week

Tuesday June 9
8:30am - Morning Prayer in person

Wednesday June 10
8:30am - Morning Prayer on Zoom

11:30am Holy Eucharist in person 

Thursday June 11
8:30am - Morning Prayer in person

Friday June 12
12:15pm Litany of Reconciliation (Bishopsgate) in person

 Sunday June 14
8:30am Holy Eucharist

10:30am - Choral Eucharist  in person
and livestreamed on YouTube

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

In our Parish Cycle of Prayer we pray for Rory Jones and Kirsten Mansfield-Jones; Anne Kaewmongkol and Ted Chrysler; Stephen J. Kariithi; Yustus Kato; Debbie Kempe; and Robinson Kitara.

In our Community and Partners Prayer Cycle we pray for the Intl. Assoc. for Refugees Canada: https://www.iafr.ca/  and Open Homes Hamilton: info@openhomeshamilton.ca

In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer we pray for the Scottish Episcopal Church.

In the Anglican, Lutheran, and Moravian Full Communion Cycle of Prayer we pray for the theological colleges and training programs within the Anglican Province of Ontario: Canterbury College, Huron University College, Renison College, the Anglican Studies Program at Saint Paul University, Thorneloe University, Trinity College, and Wycliffe College. We pray for Luther College at the University of Regina. We pray for Moravian University’s School of Theology in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

In our Diocese of Niagara we pray for our Bishop Susan Bell; Archbishop Colin Johnson; Christ’s Church Cathedral; the Very Rev. Dr. Tim Dobbin, Rector and Dean of Niagara; the Rev. Monica Green, Priest Associate; our Honorary Clergy - the Right Rev. D. Ralph Spence, the Rev. Dr. Eric Griffin, the Rev. Canon Dr. Sharyn Hall, the Rev. Canon J. Lefebvre, the Ven. Lynne Marchant, the Rev. Canon William Thomas; and the people of our parish. 

As a Community we pray for prisoners, especially prisoners of conscience, those politically or unjustly imprisoned, and for those that 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; Brandon; Harold Percy; Michael; Millie; John Ellis; Brenda Catterson; Allen Calvin; Bonnie Lawlor; Donelle de Vlaming; Bill Gilvear; Barry Jefferies; McKay family; Jean Livingstone; Charlotte; Kristen; Kelley and Barb; and Heather Clark.

With current needs: Cecelia (CC); Brett; Jen; Gracie; Turner; Judith Robertson; Belinda Whitehall; Margaret Griffin; Stephanie MacLeod; Allan; Andrew; Margaret Kittle; Janet Wude, Celina Liong and family; Kim; Yvonne Mills; Willow; Olivia; John Watts; and Neda Komaromi.

Those recently baptized: Teahanna Norlock; and Parami Dissanayake.

Those recently died: Robert (Bob) Strople; and Jonathan James.

Paschal candle flowers: Given to the glory of God and in loving memory of David Fickley, by Kim and Michael Johnston.

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.

In a time when many queer and trans people are facing hostility, presence matters!  Fiercely Loved is a chance to gather in worship, community, and solidarity - 2S&LGBTQIA+ people and allies together.   

Join us on June 7 at 4pm at Christ's Church Cathedral with Bishop Susan.  Refreshments and coonversation to follow.

*Text provided by The Anglican Diocese of Niagara

Monica is hosting a viewing and discussion of Rian Johnson’s 2025 murder mystery - Wake Up, Dead Man.  Set in a Roman Catholic church and starring Daniel Craig, this cleverly plotted mystery includes humour and intrigue, and ponders faith vs. reason and fear vs. mercy.  Though it is the third movie in the Knives Out collection, there is no need to have watched the prior two films.  Simply come and enjoy!  Popcorn included!

For a brief preview, please click official trailer.

Please contact the church office at 905-527-1316 or email Monica to let her know you are coming.

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!

Art Crawl is a wonderful way to experience Hamilton's growing art scene, do some local shopping, enjoy some downtown eateries, and visit some historical city sites.  The Cathedral has participated in Art Crawl since its inception.  Our doors are open.  Please feel free to wander in and explore the art, history,  and the beauty of our building.   We're happy to welcome you and we are available to answer any questions you may have.

Join us in the community and in the Cathedral every 2nd Friday of the month at 7pm from May 2026 to October 2026.  

Please note that James St. North is closed to cars between York Boulevard and Murray Street, creating a pedestrian only summer street party.   For more information, visit The Guide to Hamilton's Art Crawl provided by Tourism Hamilton.

Art Crawl is a wonderful way to engage with the community and to celebrate our beautiful Cathedral!   The success of Art Crawl at the Cathedral relies heavily on volunteers.  We are currently looking for volunteers for June 12 starting at 7pm.

• We need enough volunteers to have 2 shifts, so each shift would be for 1.5 hours
• Some volunteers will be responsible for hospitality, including greeting & guest support.
• A second set of volunteers will be responsible for Cathedral tours and information. 
• Orientation and training are available for both positions.

If interested, please email Anne Kae or the Cathedral Office.

We have gathered a collection of lost water bottles at the Cathedral.

Is one of these in this photo yours? If so, please claim your water bottle by June 14 by contacting the Church office.
After that, we donate any unclaimed water bottles to the Cathedral Café. Thank you!

Save the Date!

Community BBQ June 20 from 12 noon to 3pm 

In celebration of the Cathedral's 150th anniversary, Christ's Church Cathedral in partnership with the Cathedral Café, will be hosting a BBQ for our James Street North Community.  Details below:

• This event will be strawberry-themed to complement the James Street North Business Community Strawberry Festival running that same day.
•  We will use Bishopsgate in front of the Cathedral. 
• Food, cold beverages, and dessert will be on offer as well as a variety of games.
• We will also provide a DJ with festive music.

Please feel free to contact Inez Morgan  if you need more information.

Let’s make this a joyous event for the James St. North Community!

In 2024, the Government of Canada provided nearly $30 billion in direct subsidies and public financing to the oil and gas industry.  Also in 2024, Canada's official greenhouse gas inventory showed that oil and gas production companies (largely U.S.-owned) was the only sector in the country to have increased its greenhouse gas emissions.  These companies are demanding that Canadian taxpayers pay the bill for cleaning up the pollution they cause and building pipelines they won’t risk their own money on.

Meanwhile, U.S. owners reap billions in profits while Canadians pay subsidies.  Clearly this is unjustified and completely unacceptable.

What can you do?

Write and call the Prime Minister and your MP!

Remind them they were elected to act in our best interests, and to protect the environment!

Every step helps!

For more details, we recommend that you take a few minutes to read the following articles:

• Fossil Fuel Funding in 2024  written by Julia Levin, published by Environmental Defence, April 2025 
• Former minister Catherine McKenna blasts the heads of Canadian oil companies,  written by Stéphane Blais, The Canadian Press Apr 28, 2026 

Planned Giving refers to a direction in your will to donate a gift from your estate to a charity or non-profit organization.  The gift can be cash, property, securities, or a percentage of your estate and frequently has the benefit of reducing your estate's tax liability.  This is a good opportunity to leave a legacy at no immediate cost to you. 

For more details please refer to the article What is Planned Giving?

If you are interested in learning more about including Christ's Church Cathedral in your will, please contact our Parish Treasurer, J. Lefebvre, to discuss next steps. 

Every summer the Cathedral adjusts the worship schedule in recognition that many are away at cottages, on vacation, or just wanting to be outdoors with family and friends.  The outcome is that Cathedral attendance is lower than most of the rest of the year and that results in a significant drop in donations during the summer months.

Why Does that Matter?

The Cathedral's day-to-day operations do not stop.  Lights are still on.  Bishopsgate still needs to be looked after.  The Cathedral Café is still in full operation.  Staff are still being paid.  Property improvements and care continue.

Here's the good news! 

Donations can now be made through digital platforms, allowing parishioners to support your Cathedral from anywhere.  Here are our top three options:

1. Pre-Authorized Giving:   A monthly or weekly donation transferred directly from your bank account to the Cathedral on the same day each month. 
2. e-Transfers:  If you already use online banking, you have the ability to donate funds from your account directly to the Cathedral. 
3. PayPal:  You have the option of using your debit or credit card to make a donation and you can also set up recurring donations and cancel them as you please. 

Note:  For more details, please click on any of the highlighted text above.

We ask that you please give this your prayerful consideration.  If you need some help or have concerns or questions, please email Paula Esteves, our Donations Administrator.

Today we’re highlighting an ongoing project in Zimbabwe.

In 2023, the Nature+ project — funded by the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, the Government of Canada, Alongside Hope and implemented by TSURO Trust — had just begun in central Chimanimani in the Zimbabwe Eastern Highlands. TSURO Trust is a membership driven NGO based in 6 districts in Zimbabwe working to empower smallholder farmers in Sustainable Agriculture and Natural Resources Management, Public Environmental Health as well as Economic Strengthening. Villagers across seven communities welcomed TSURO Trust into their homes and shared their histories, their struggles and their hopes.

Two years later, the stories from the village reveal an incredible transition, one shaped by new opportunities, unique challenges, and ultimately the resilience of communities determined to build a better future.

In Tagarirwa Village, the community garden has been a major success. Buyers from Nhedziwa now come regularly, some placing large orders: “5,000 kg of cucumbers and 10,000 kg of butternuts,” Chimhaka recalls. These sales have helped families pay school fees. “I no longer see children roaming around during school days,” he says.

In Keruta Village, Victoria Masimo, has learned to make compost and cook bokashi (compost) which has improved the health of her soil, and gender education has reduced domestic violence. Fish farming, beekeeping, and conservation farming have strengthened livelihoods, enabling families to pay school fees more reliably.

And in Neznadonyi Village, Christopher Chimbarara, says, “Fish farming has become a source of emotional relief and income. His honey production has more than doubled — from 100 kg in 2023 to 250 kg in 2025 — and he now manages 19 beehives. “I am expecting to process my honey in a few months”.

*Text includes extracts from the article written by Albizia Consultancy and published by Alongside Hope News on May 11, 2026

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