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Christ's Church Cathedral
Chronicle for July 26, 2026

WELCOME to Christ’s Church Cathedral

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.

Our10:30am Sunday Service is livestreamed and stored on our YouTube channel to be accessed later as well. (Note: this applies to our 10am Sunday Service during July and August.)

You can access the link to our Cathedral YouTube channel here.

Welcome back Bruce! A big THANK YOU to Chris Hunt for playing whilst Bruce was away on holiday.

Emergency on-call clergy

Emergency on call clergy:

Rev. Monica Romig Green 905-865-9977 until July 27
Dean Tim: 365-324-4503 from July 28

Welcome, Adam!

We are pleased that Adam MacNeil has begun as our new theological intern.

Some of you may already know or recognize Adam from his musicianship and service at churches across the diocese.  

Adam will be learning with us half-time until early January.

Please give him a warm welcome when you see him!

 

 

Hot Summer Weather

Hot Summer Weather

Our beautiful Cathedral nave is not air conditioned and can get quite warm in the summer.  Parishioners are encouraged to dress comfortably on Sunday mornings.  Water will be available in the narthex during the service to help everyone stay hydrated.  When temperatures climb, please use your judgment about venturing out to attend services.  Services are web-cast live each Sunday  on the Cathedral's YouTube Channel, and are stored to be accessed later as well.

Cathedral Worship

Cathedral Worship

Services

 Sunday July 26
10:00am - Sung  Eucharist in person
and livestreamed on YouTube
Order of Service

Cathedral Worship - This coming week

Tuesday July 28
No Morning Prayer

Wednesday July 29
No Morning Prayer on Zoom
11:30am Holy Eucharist in person

Thursday July 30
No Morning Prayer

Friday July 31
12:15pm Litany of Reconciliation (Bishopsgate) in person

 Sunday August 2
10:00am - Sung 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 Ifeoma and Glenn Nzoiwu; Robert Oldman; Ken Patterson; Gwen Peer and Andrew Medhurst.

In our Community and Partners Prayer Cycle we pray for the City of Hamilton–a partner with Cathedral Café.

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 Bishop Stephen London, the clergy and people of the Anglican Diocese of Edmonton. We pray for the dean, council, and congregations of the East Central Area of the Lutheran Synod of Alberta and the Territories.

In our Diocese of Niagara we pray for our Bishop Susan Bell; Archbishop Colin Johnson, assistant bishop; the Church of Our Saviour the Redeemer, Stoney Creek; the Rev. Canon Bahman Kalantari, Rector; and the people of that parish.

As a Community we pray for those suffering from psychiatric, emotional and behavioural disorders, 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: Turner; Judith Robertson; Theresa; Eric and Margaret Griffin; Stephanie MacLeod; Andrew; Margaret Kittle; Janet Wude, Celina Liong and family; Kim Macmillan, Jen, and Linda; Yvonne Mills; Willow; Brett; John Watts; Cecelia (CC); Neda Komaromi; Helaine, Robert and family; Sue; Vicky, Cristi, and Adam; Kristan and Ermelinda Villanueva; Ivan; and Heather Corman.

Those recently died: Wayne Pearce.

Chancel Steps flowers are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Colleen Wiley Young, Pam Wiley Hicking and Karen Ebert Wiley, by Fred and Janice Stickle.

 

Summer Schedule Changes

Summer Schedule Changes

Service Changes

  • Sunday Sung Eucharist,  one service only at 10 am effective July 5 through to and including September 6.
  • Morning Prayer on Tuesdays and Thursdays, cancelled effective July 14, resuming on September 10. 
  • Wednesday Morning Prayer on Zoom will be cancelled effective July 15 through to and including August 5, resuming on August 12.

Program Changes

  • Being With will be taking a break for the summer.
  • Cathedral Oasis with Labyrinth, every Sunday during July 12 noon to 1:30pm.  Note:  August is dependant on availability of volunteers.
  • Digging Deeper, cancelled through all of July and August, resuming on September 13.

 Should you have any questions, please contact our Parish Coordinator.

*Image by Sabine Kroschel from Pixabay

Cathedral Oasis

Sundays in Summer from July 5, 12noon - 1:30pm

Enjoy some quiet within our busy city.
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. 

We are still looking for volunteers to welcome guests to the Cathedral. Interested? Please contact the Cathedral office.

 

Discovery Bible Study

Discovery Bible Study

Thursdays 11:30am -12:15pm

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!

Climate Justice Cathedral

Climate Justice Cathedral

Action for July 2026

Three young people and two environmental groups are asking the Federal Court to order Ottawa to develop a climate plan that achieves Canada's legally binding 2030 climate targets.  The case alleges the federal government, through recent climate policy changes, is violating Canada's climate accountability act. "We are the ones who will be facing and living with the consequences" said one of the youth.

Let us keep these courageous young people in our prayers!

For more details, we invite you to read this article by David Thurton:   CBC News · Posted: Jun 16, 2026 1:24 PM EDT | Last Updated: June 16 ©

Summer Contact

Summer Contact

Available Digitally or in Print

Staying in touch with parishioners and friends of the Cathedral is key to our success as a place of community, compassion, and hope.   Our newsletters ensure that we keep all our constituents up to date with events and issues of the day.

Quarterly, we publish CONTACT, a magazine-style publication featuring a variety of articles on what’s happening at the Cathedral, our local community, and the world. The latest edition for Summer 2026 is now available in print from the back of the Church, or digitally using the button below.

For more infomation visit:

https://cathedralhamilton.ca/df_media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjYvMDYvMzAvMTkvMzUvMTMvMjc1NzgzOGYtMjczMi00MWNmLThlYjItZjRlOGMzZGRlMDdlL1N1bW1lciBDb250YWN0IDIwMjYucGRmIl1d/Summer%20Contact%202026.pdf?sha=b2fcb9650ce47259

Download your copy here!
Summer Donations

Summer Donations

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.

Planned Giving

Planned Giving

Another Way to Give

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. 

Venezuela Earthquake Crisis

Venezuela Earthquake Crisis

Alongside Hope

In response to the tens of thousands affected by the Venezuelan earthquake, the Government of Canada announced that it will match all donations made to the Humanitarian Coalition (HC) appeal between June 25 and July 14, up to $2 million. Donations to the Humanitarian Coalition’s Venezuela Earthquake Response are now being matched, as promised!

The HC comprises 12 leading Canadian aid agencies including the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, of which Alongside Hope is a member.  Please visit the article by Janice Biehn for details.

We realize there are calls for help from all over the globe; it seems, on a monthly basis. We just want to bring this government initiative to your attention.  Should you still wish to make a donation, you can still give!  Details for donations as follows:

  • Give online.
  • Give on the phone by calling 1-866-308-7973
  • By mail.  Please send your cheque to Alongside Hope, 80 Hayden Street, Toronto, ON, M4Y 3G2, indicating “Venezuela” in the notes.

Thank you. 

Volunteers Needed for Art Crawl

Volunteers Needed for Art Crawl

August 14, 2026 - 7:00-10:00pm

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 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.

 

Art Crawl

Art Crawl

August 14 , 2026 - 7:00-10:00pm

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 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.

Cathedral Café

Cathedral Café

No Longer Accepting Donations of Clothing

Effective immediately the Cathedral Café will NO LONGER BE ACCEPTING DONATIONS OF CLOTHING.

Thank you for your generosity and support over the past years.  After much thought and consideration, we have made the decision to close the clothing room. In an attempt to reevaluate the clothing donation portion of the Cathedral Café program, it was found that the volume of donations, time to sort and organize, lack of consistent volunteers to manage, staff time to search for items and space constraints prohibits us from effectively distributing clothing.  There are many other organizations that provide this service effectively.  We will revisit the need in the fall and possibly target requests (eg. Coats).

If you have clothing donations, they can be taken to:

Eva Rothwell Centre – 460 Wentworth St. North

Venture Centre (Good Shepherd) – 155 Cannon St. East

Living Rock – 30 Wilson St.

Helping Hands – 669 Barton St. East

St. Vincent De Paul – 429 Barton St. East

As indicated, we will communicate with you on targeted needs of the guests of the Cathedral Café.  Please continue to keep the Cathedral Café and guests in your prayers.

With continued thanks,

Kerry Lubrick on behalf of the Cathedral Café Operations Committee

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Cathedral.admin@niagaraanglican.ca or 905-527-1316  x240 Thank you.

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