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How to Practice Prayer as Ukrainian Catholics
1. Prayer with the PsalmsPraying with the words of Holy Scripture has been done since ancient times. One type of this prayer is the psalms, found in...
Why do Ukrainian Catholics Need Prayer?
The Need for PrayerPrayer is an integral aspect of the Christian journey, encompassing both liturgical and personal dimensions. It serves a profound...
What is Confession in the Ukrainian Catholic Church?
What is sin?God is always pouring forth His goodness upon all of creation. He created us to be like Himself in his image. Like God, we are called to...
100 Year Anniversary of the Basilian Fathers Monastery & 400th Year Anniversary of the Martyrdom of St. Josaphat
A CELEBRATION OF THE 100th YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE CONSTRUCTION COMPLETION OF THE BASILIAN FATHERS MONASTERY & 400th YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE...
Eparchy of Edmonton’s 2023 Clergy Retreat
The clergy of the Eparchy of Edmonton gathered for their annual retreat on June 5–9 in Caroline, Alberta. This year, Fr. Bo Nahachewsky was the...
World Youth Day at Home
Welcome to World Youth Day @ Home - Alberta! Join us for a weekend of spiritual growth, community building, and fun. Our program includes inspiring...
What is the Liturgical Calendar in Ukrainian Catholicism?
What is the liturgical calendar?A calendar is a way of organizing dates and tracking the passage of time. The liturgical calendar combines several...
Obituary for Sister Valerie Sophie Krochenski, SSMI
Sister Valerie Sophie Krochenski, SSMI 1927-2023Sister Valerie Krochenski passed to her eternal reward on May 22, 2023, at Mary Immaculate Health...
Holy Communion: Obligation or Source of Joy?
We Are People of the Eucharist Towards a renewed love for Holy Communion Reflections on the Eucharist by Bishop David Motiuk, Eparchy of Edmonton...
7 Popular Books at the Resource Library
Sign Out These Books For Free at the Resource Library!We asked our resource librarian to create a list of popular books that have been signed out at...
Food Boxes for Ukraine
In response to the enormous food shortage in Ukrainian regions under occupation and military threats in 2022, the Patriarchal Curia of the Ukrainian...
Harry Potter and Mary, the Mother of God
May is the month of Mother’s Day. May is also the month of Mary, when we traditionally turn to the Mother of God with added devotion asking her to...
Jesus’ New Command, “Love One Another”
We Are People of the Eucharist Towards a renewed love for Holy Communion Reflections on the Eucharist by Bishop David Motiuk, Eparchy of Edmonton...
Camp Oselia 50/50 Fundraiser
Remember all the fun times you had at summer camp? The friendships made, the dances, the water fights! We need your support - Camp Oselia is excited...
2023 Catholic Education Week
This year's Catholic Education Week is celebrated in Canada from May 15-19, with World Catholic Education Day on May 18. This year’s theme is...
What do Ukrainian Catholics Believe?
As a newcomer to the Ukrainian Catholic faith, it is natural to have questions about the teachings and beliefs of this religious community....
What is The Washing of the Feet in the Ukrainian Catholic Tradition?
In the Byzantine Churches, including in the Ukrainian Catholic Church, the rite of Washing of the Feet is traditionally celebrated by a bishop on...
Who is Patriarch Sviatoslav Shevchuk?
His Beatitude Patriarch Sviatoslav Shevchuk is a true inspiration to millions around the world. He is a man of great faith, courage, and vision who...
Campers Connect – A Camp Before Camp!
MINI CAMP BEFORE CAMP!!! APRIL 21, 6:00pm – 8:00pm Only 2 ½ months until camp starts, and we can’t wait! So… we said, “Let’s do a MINI CAMP before...
Easter at St. Vladimir Parish, Red Deer
St. Vladimir Ukrainian Catholic Church in Red Deer celebrated Easter Sunday with record numbers in attendance this year. Over 800 new Ukrainians...
Update on Our Humanitarian Aid for Ukraine Fundraiser
Stand with Ukraine! We sadly marked the one-year anniversary of the war in Ukraine, with millions of the country’s citizens still suffering greatly...
How Ukrainian Catholics Approach Fasting
Fasting is voluntary. It is an imposed, self-discipline, and expected of all who are physically able. To help us, the Church sets out both the...
Easter Pastoral Letter of His Beatitude Sviatoslav
EASTER PASTORAL LETTER OF HIS BEATITUDE SVIATOSLAV Most Reverend Archbishops and Bishops, Very Reverend and Reverend Fathers, Venerable...
2023 Pastoral Letter on the Occasion of the Feast of the Resurrection of Our Lord
To the Reverend Fathers, Religious Sisters, Venerable Monastics, Brothers and Sisters in Christ! “Were not our hearts burning inside… It is...
The Washing of the Disciples’ Feet
We Are People of the Eucharist Towards a renewed love for Holy Communion Reflections on the Eucharist by Bishop David Motiuk, Eparchy of Edmonton...
Make a Ukrainian Easter Egg Event
Make a Ukrainian Easter Egg! Tuesday, April 4 – at St. Joseph’s College (U of A) Take a Break from Classes, Enter into Holy Week, and Experience...
Eparchy Hosts Workshop for Cantors
On March 18, the Edmonton Eparchy hosted a cantor’s workshop at St. Josaphat’s Cathedral. The topic was the Irmosy, the hymns that replace the hymn...
Redwater District April – July 2023 Schedule
Confessions: by appointment or before and after each Divine Liturgy. Baptism: by appointment. Marriage: by an appointment at least six months in...
St. Vladimir Red Deer Lenten and Easter Schedule
LENTEN & EASTER SERVICE SCHEDULE 2023 St. Vladimir Ukrainian Catholic Church 3932 – 46 Street, Red Deer, Alberta T4N 1M1 Fr. Jim Nakonechny...
Holy Week Schedule at Holy Eucharist Parish Edmonton
2023 HOLY WEEK-EASTER SCHEDULE HOLY EUCHARIST PARISH DATE LOCATION AND SERVICE TYPE April 1th Lazarus Saturday 10:00pm D. Liturgy and Anointing...
Eparchial Lenten Series Event
Mark Your Calendars & Join Us for this Eparchial Lenten Series: Three Essential Disciplines March 16, March 23, March 30, 7:00 - 8:30 pm We...
6 Changes to Make in Your House to Care for God’s Creation
6 Changes to Make in Your House to Care for God’s CreationThere are so many things we all do as humans that harm the environment and we may not...
What is the Eparchy of Edmonton?
Led by the Most Reverend David Motiuk, Bishop of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton, our community is characterized by its devotion to the...
Update #5: March Progress Update of Ukrainian Catholic App
As we approach the launch of our new app, iPraise, we would like to take this opportunity to apologize for the delay in the beta testing phase....
Help Provide Emergency Services, Humanitarian, and Pastoral Support for Ukraine
The people of Ukraine need your help. As we mark the one-year anniversary of the war in Ukraine, millions of the country’s inhabitants are in dire...
75th Anniversary of Edmonton and Toronto Eparchies
This article is from Annales Ecclesiae Ucrainae, Annales Ecclesiae Ucrainae is a collection of articles by Rev Dr Athanasius McVay, pertaining to...