Test of faith
Mainline Protestant churches across downtown Hamilton are in trouble. Declining congregations and revenue have put them in a fight for survival that could permanently alter the…
St. Vladmir has an interest in the future
Interest from potential land deal could keep central Hamilton church afloat By Teri Pecoskie St. Vladimir can’t change its demographics — the good news is that…
Catholic Church continues to flourish
Immigration the key factor, experts say, along with the church institution. By Teri Pecoskie It’s no surprise that some religions are booming in Hamilton. But Roman…
Timeline: The saga of St. Mark’s Anglican Church
1878 Church opens at corner of Bay and Hunter streets 1925 Congregation erects Sunday school, bell tower on site 1967 Church begins to struggle financially after…
Reusing religious space
When a church closes or moves, what comes of the building? In some cases, it meets the wrecking ball; in others, it’s recycled as anything from…
Helping churches on the EDGE
Unique United Church program pulls congregations back from the brink By Teri Pecoskie United Church officials predict hundreds of congregations across the country will be forced…