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Grief as a Journey: 11-Week Support Group Offers Healing After Loss
In the quiet ache of losing someone dear, where words often fall short and nights grow long, finding a path forward can feel impossible. The...
Stations of the Cross in the Edmonton Eparchy: Journey Through Lent with Christ
The Ukrainian Catholic parishes of the Edmonton Eparchy invite the faithful to walk with Christ this Lent through the prayerful tradition of the...
Western Bishops Hold Annual Assembly in Victoria, Canada
The Catholic bishops from across Western Canada met in Victoria for their annual Assembly of Western Catholic Bishops. This assembly is one of four...
God Speaks from the Cross: Lenten Series Leads Faithful into the Heart of Christ’s Passion
The Great Fast (Lent) invites believers to slow down, turn to God, and allow God’s grace to reshape their lives. This year, the Ukrainian Catholic...
Celebrating Love and Faith: “Table for Two” Brings Couples Together Across the Eparchy
Every February, the Eparchy of Edmonton invites couples to pause from daily busyness and focus on their love, faith, and each other through a...
Table for Two 2026: A Faith-Filled Valentine Evening for Couples
An Evening Where Love and Faith Meet This February, the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton is inviting couples to step away from busy routines...
16th Annual Bishop’s Gala: An Evening of Faith, Fellowship and Hope
Nearly 200 guests gathered in faith and fellowship for the 16th Annual Bishop’s Gala on Thursday, December 4, at the Chateau Louis Conference Centre...
Eparchial Program Guide 2025-2026: Events, Prayer Times, and More!
We are excited to share the Fall 2025-2026 Program Guide for the Eparchy of Edmonton, filled with enriching events, services, and activities...
Parish Praznyk and Holodomor Memorial: A Day of Faith, Remembrance, and Community at St. Vladimir Parish, Red Deer
A Morning of Prayer and Blessing On a bright morning at St. Vladimir Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Red Deer, parishioners joyfully welcomed Bishop...
“Mothers Praying for the Children” from Calgary Parish Make Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Guadalupe
From November 12th to 16th, a devoted group of women from the “Mothers Praying for the Children” prayer group at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin...
Historic Partnership: Newman Theological College and the Eparchy Bring Eastern Christian Programs to Edmonton
On August 13, 2025, the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton reached a major milestone in theological education, signing a historic Memorandum of...
We’re Hiring: Family Advisor at Rosehill Cemetery
Rosehill Cemetery, situated in southwest Edmonton and operated by the Eparchy of Edmonton, is currently inviting applications for the position of...
Bishop’s Gala: Only a Few Weeks Away! Support Our Eparchy in Faith and Fellowship
The 16th Annual Bishop’s Gala is fast approaching, bringing together the faithful of the Eparchy of Edmonton for an evening of prayer, community,...
Eparchy of Edmonton Celebrates 20 Years of CNEWA Canada: Stan and Marge Owerko Honoured with Faith & Culture Award
On November 7, 2025, community leaders and supporters gathered in Ottawa to mark the 20th anniversary of CNEWA Canada, the papal charity supporting...
Eparchial Marriage Preparation Course 2026
Marriage Preparation in the Byzantine Catholic Tradition Entering the Sacrament: More Than a Celebration Marriage, or the Holy Mystery of Crowning,...
15 Faithful of the Edmonton Eparchy Participate in SingCon 2025
SingCon 2025 Unites Church Musicians in Sacred Song and Fellowship From October 23–26, 2025, the parish of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in...
Clergy Gather for Annual Study Days Focused on Catechesis and Synodality
Clergy Study Days 2025: Focusing on Catechesis, Synodality, and New Digital Learning Tools From October 20-23, 2025, nearly 40 clergy members of the...
Ordination of Deacon Peter Pitchko: A Joyful Step in Service to God
With immense joy and gratitude to Almighty God, the Eparchy of Edmonton announces the ordination of Deacon Peter Pitchko, who was ordained to the...
Ed and Marie Stelmach Honoured with the 2025 Kevin Carr Christian Leadership Award
The Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton joins Newman Theological College in celebrating the recipients of the 2025 Kevin Carr Christian...
Pilgrimage Opportunity: Veneration of the Holy Relics of Blessed Bishop and Martyr Vasyl Velychkovsky
Consider Making a Pilgrimage! The Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton invites all faithful to a special day of prayer and reflection in honour of...
Called to Be Holy – Men’s Conference 2025
Self-Mastery for Self-Gift: What Is It and Why Do We Need It? November 7 - 8, 2025 | Holy Spirit Seminary, Edmonton The Eparchy of Edmonton invites...
2025 CCCB Plenary Assembly Meeting
October 1, 2025, Ottawa – The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) held its annual meeting of the Plenary Assembly last week, 22-26...
Dormition Parish Grande Prairie Celebrates 4th Annual Divine Liturgy and Parish Picnic at St. Charles Mission
On August 24, 2024, the faithful of the Dormition of the Mother of God Ukrainian Catholic Parish, Grande Prairie, gathered in prayer and fellowship...
The Dormition Grande Prairie celebrated five Adult Baptisms
In the Priestly Ministry, there is nothing more truly life-giving than receiving adult catechumens into Holy Mother Church, and how much more this...
Celebrating 80 Years of Faith: St. Anthony of Kyiv Parish Marks a Joyful Milestone
80 Years of Grace and Gratitude: The Ruthenian Greek Catholic Parish of St. Anthony of Kyiv On July 19, 2025, faithful from across the Redwater...
Introducing the iPraises App: Your Daily Companion for Prayer, Worship, and the Liturgical Life
The New iPraises App: Prayer at Your Fingertips, Whenever You Need It The Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton is excited to announce the launch...
Jubilee Pilgrimage & Synod 2025: Ukrainian Greek Catholic Leaders Unite in Rome
In late June 2025, the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC) marked a significant moment in its history. Bishops, clergy, and faithful from around...
Mundare Vidpust Pilgrimage 2025: Celebrating Faith, Unity, and Jubilee Grace
On June 21–22, 2025, the faithful of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton gathered in Mundare, Alberta, for the annual Saints Peter & Paul...
Pilgrimage of Hope: Annual Pilgrimage to Sts. Peter and Paul Parish, Mundare
This June, we invite you to join us on a remarkable spiritual journey during our Annual Pilgrimage to Sts. Peter and Paul Parish in Mundare, AB. Set...
Canadian Bishops Release New Pastoral Letter: Called to Witness and Proclaim
Called to Witness and Proclaim: A Pastoral Letter to Families on Evangelization and Catechesis In September 2024, during the Plenary Assembly of the...
Camp Oselia 2025 – Ukrainian Catholic Summer Camp in Alberta | Faith, Fun & Adventure
Camp Oselia 2025: A Summer of Faith, Fun, and Adventure! A summer camp experience like no other! This year, Camp Oselia and Camp St. Basil’s are...
Holy Week in the Eastern Catholic Tradition: Reflection, Prayer, and the Path to Easter
Holy Week in the Eastern Catholic Tradition: Reflection, Prayer, and the Path to Easter As we enter Holy Week, the liturgical year's most solemn and...
Preparing for Easter: The Meaning and Traditions of Palm Sunday
Palm Sunday: A Celebration of Welcome and Betrayal Palm Sunday, also known as Willow Sunday, marks the beginning of Holy Week. It commemorates...
Grief & Loss Support Group – Healing Through Faith and Community
Grieving the loss of a loved one is one of life’s most difficult journeys—a path filled with sorrow, questions, and emotional struggle. But within...
Confession in the Bible – Why Do Eastern Catholics Confess to a Priest?
Confession in the Bible – Why Do We Confess to a Priest? A common question among Christians is: If we can pray directly to God, why do we need to...
How to Examine Your Conscience: A Young Adult’s Guide to Confession and Spiritual Growth
Why Should Young Adults Examine Their Conscience? In today’s fast-paced world, young adults face unique challenges—social pressures, digital...