The Pastor's Desk
LIVE your own vocation joyfully and faithfully. All the baptized are called to follow Jesus and to serve in some way. The witness of a dedicated parent, loving spouse, caring friend or faithful priest can lead others to hear God’s voice calling them personally. PRAYER: In the act of praying...Read more
Since we are inclined to sin, it is often not easy to do the good. Sin is a thought, word or action that offends against God’s love. In sinning against God, we wound our human dignity and weaken both the church and the wider community. By His suffering and death,...Read more
It is important that the Eucharist be understood not only in the aspects of its celebration, but also as a life-project and that it be the base of an authentic “Eucharistic Spirituality”. Precisely because it is the heart of Christian life, the Eucharist does not finish within the Church walls,...Read more
July 1st is celebrated as Canada’s birthday. We are an important part of the family of nations and therefore we should seek a responsible world view rather than a narrow nationalism. Canadians should seek to be witnesses to Christ in Canada and the world, and to continue working to influence...Read more
It is our tradition to celebrate the Funeral Liturgy for Catholics in the Church. It is our custom to celebrate the Funeral Mass in the Church with the body present. When it is not possible to have the body present, the cremated remains may be brought to the church. Sometimes...Read more
The Eucharist is a drama in three acts through which we share in God’s life and are touched by God’s happiness. In the first act – FAITH – we grow in faith so that we are able to proclaim the Creed and ask for what we need. In the second...Read more
Do you know the date of your baptism? It was the most important day of your life! In a special way, to be Catholic is to be Eucharistic. The Eucharist is the very heart and centre of Catholic life and activity. In the Eucharist the grace of my baptismal calling...Read more
The Permanent Diaconate has always been understood as an order of Service in the mission of the Church. Rooted in Baptism, Deacons are irrevocably configured to Christ and act as Christ the Servant. Permanent Deacons have been serving the Hamilton Diocese since 2006. The heart of the Diaconate is the...Read more
It’s one thing to try to go through your life with patience and humility. It’s one thing to try your best to follow the Ten Commandments and to be as kind to people as you can. But if you do, you risk missing out on everything Jesus has promised you...Read more
Every day offers a new opportunity to welcome the Holy Spirit into your life. Each morning when you wake ask the Spirit to be with you throughout your day. “Come Holy Spirit, and fill me with your peace and courage. Help me to stay close to Jesus so that I...Read more