RESTING IN THE HEART OF JESUS
Pastoral Letter on the Renewal of Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
To the Faithful of the Diocese of Hamilton
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,
The motto of my episcopal coat of arms is Jesu, in Te confido, “Jesus, I trust in You” (St. Faustina, Diary, 47). [READ MORE]
For more information, please visit: Resting in the Heart of Jesus – Diocese of Hamilton
World Youth Day 2027: Seoul, South Korea
World Youth Day 2027 in Seoul, South Korea – Diocesan Delegation
July 31 – August 9, 2027
The Diocesan Pastoral Offices are coordinating a delegation of young adults to attend the World Youth Days in Seoul, South Korea from July 31 – August 9, 2027. Spots are almost full for this pilgrimage of faith and unity with young people from around the world! If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, or wish to register, please visit wyd.hamiltondiocese.com . The first wave of registration closes May 14, 2026.
JUBILEE YEAR OF ST. FRANCIS of ASSISI
Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi From Jan 10, 2026 to Jan 10, 2027, the Church marks a special Jubilee Year of Saint Francis of Assisi on the 800th anniversary of his death. During this year, the faithful may obtain a plenary indulgence by fulfilling the usual conditions (confession, Communion, prayer for the Holy Father, detachment from sin) and engaging in acts inspired by the Franciscan spirit, such as pilgrimage, prayer, works of charity, and humble service. To learn more about this Holy Year, visit https://bit.ly/yearoffrancis.
(RESOURCE: Year of St. Francis of Assisi – Diocese of Hamilton)
Synod Workshop Series: All are Welcome!
The Office for Evangelization and Catechesis will be hosting a three-part series called, “Speaking Synodality” in both Hamilton and Guelph in the coming months. We invite all those involved in parish life who are interested in synodal principals to join these encounters of dialogue and formation.
The direct registration link can be found here: https://hamiltondiocese.com/events/2025/12/speaking-synodality/
