Registration for our Lenten Parish Mission on Saturday, March 22 is now open! Don't miss this opportunity for spiritual growth and community engagement. Visit our event page to learn more.
We are pleased to release the calendar for our recollections series for the 2025 calendar year. Recollections are an opportunity once a month for us to step away from the busyness of our lives to re-group, re-focus, and pray. Men’s recollections will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary parish in Stoney Creek, and Women’s recollections with be held at St. Ann’s.
In a recent ceremony, our Pastor, Father Jeff Oehring, imparted a blessing upon our church's organ, an instrument that has long been the heart of our musical worship. The event was marked by the presence of St. Ann's choirs and our organists, creating a moment of unity and celebration.
The organ, with its pipes and tones, has been a cornerstone of the Church’s musical tradition. Recognizing its importance, our Pastor led a blessing ceremony, emphasizing the instrument's role in enhancing our worship and bringing joy to our congregation.
Both of St. Ann's choirs for the 10 AM English Mass and Noon TLM gathered for this occasion. Choir members, from seasoned vocalists to newcomers, joined in a blessing that underscored the unity of our church community.
Our organists, who bring the instrument to life with their skill, were also present for the ceremony. Dr. Gordon’s dedication and talent was on display as he demonstrated the organ's capabilities, playing a Christmas hymn for the children and singers gathered. His performance highlighted the organ's ability to inspire, echoing the pastor's message of hope and faith.
“Make a joyful noise unto the Lord.”
This blessing ceremony was more than just a dedication of an instrument; it was a testament to the strength and unity of our church family. As the organ's notes filled the sanctuary, they carried the prayers and dreams of our community, resonating with a message of peace.
In the days that follow, we look forward to the continued role of our blessed organ in our worship services, knowing it will inspire us and strengthen our faith. With each note played, the organ will remind us of this day and the unity we share as a congregation.
Our 2024 Advent Parish Mission has concluded. Thank you to our attendees and our speaker Father Nahm for an insightful day of talks and fellowship.
Available below are some resources from the day.
Holiness at Work I - Practicing Human Virtues at the Workplace
Holiness at Work II - Co-redemptive Value of Work: Work & Holy Mass
Optimal Work Inventory List
Article on Sanctification of Work
*Audio resources are also available on most podcast apps by searching “Homilies and Talks by Father Jeff Oehring”.
This Advent, we are excited to introduce a new practice at our parish that connects us more deeply with the universal Church's heritage. Beginning with the first Sunday of Advent, we will be singing the Marian antiphons proper to each liturgical season at the conclusion of Sunday Mass, before the recessional hymn.
St. Ann Hamilton
Roman Catholic Parish
120 Sherman Avenue N.
Hamilton, ON L8L 6M6
905-544-0488
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