Liturgical Propers
Divine Liturgy, Matins and VespersThis duplicate page will be combined with our main page of https://eeparchy.com/monthy-propers/ on June 16 2023, please find this page on the Eparchy of Edmonton’s website menu bar.
Pascha: The Feast of the Resurrection of our Lord God and Saviour, Jesus Christ
Pascha: The Feast of the Resurrection of our Lord God and Saviour, Jesus Christ English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Paschal Matins The clergy, fully vested as for Divine Liturgy in bright vestments, come before the altar in the usual order and all together...
Vespers with the Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great on Great and Holy Saturday
Vespers with the Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great on Great and Holy Saturday GREAT VESPERS WITH DIVINE LITURGY OF ST. BASIL THE GREAT At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my voice! Accept our evening prayers, O holy Lord,*...
Great and Holy Thursday: VESPERS WITH THE DIVINE LITURGY OF ST. BASIL THE GREAT
VESPERS WITH THE DIVINE LITURGY OF ST. BASIL THE GREAT There is no kathisma reading At Psalm 140 In Tone 2 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. The Jewish Council gathers to deliver to Pilate the Author and Creator of all. O what...
Great and Holy Friday: Vespers with the Laying our of the Shroud
Vespers with the Laying our of the Shroud on Great and Holy Friday VESPERS WITH THE LAYING OUT OF THE HOLY SHROUD At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 If You mark iniquities, Lord, who can stand?* But with You forgiveness is that You may be revered. The whole creation was changed...
Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts on Great and Holy Wednesday
Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts on Great and Holy Wednesday LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. In You, born of the Virgin, the harlot recognized her God;* ashamed of her...
Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts on Great and Holy Tuesday
Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts on Great and Holy Tuesday LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. How shall I enter the splendour of your saints,* because of my unworthiness?* If...
Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts on Great and Holy Monday
Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts on Great and Holy Monday LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Going freely to His Passion,* the Lord said to His disciples along the way:*...
April 13; Palm Sunday: The Lord’s Entrance into Jerusalem
Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man…” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 6 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Today the grace of...
April 12; Lazarus Saturday
Lazarus Saturday. Hebrews 12:28-13:8. John 11:1-45. DIVINE LITURGY Troparia and Kontakia Troparion, Tone 1: Assuring us before Your Passion of the general resurrection,* You raised Lazarus from the dead, o Christ God:* and so, like the children we also carry signs of...
Friday of the Sixth Week of the Great Fast – Presanctified
Friday of the Sixth Week of the Great Fast - Presanctified English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS At Psalm 140 In Tone 8 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Having come to the end of the...
Wednesday of the Sixth Week of the Great Fast – Presanctified
Wednesday of the Sixth Week of the Great Fast - Presanctified English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS At Psalm 140 In Tone 5 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. I am rich in all sorts of...
Fifth Sunday of the Great Fast: Our Venerable Mother, Mary of Egypt. Octoechos Tone 5.
Fifth Sunday of the Great Fast: Our Venerable Mother, Mary of Egypt; Octoechos Tone 5; The Repose of Our Holy Father Methodius, Teacher of the Slavs; Our Holy Father Eutychius, Archbishop of Constantinople. Day 35 of the Great Fast. Resurrectional Gospel 2. Polyeleos...
Friday of the Fifth Week of the Great Fast – Presanctified
LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net At Psalm 140 In Tone 6, Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Departing from Your divine precepts as from Jerusalem,* and going down to the passions of...
Wednesday of the Fifth Week of the Great Fast – Presanctified
LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net At Psalm 140, In Tone 3 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Even more than all others, I have sinned of my own will,* and for that, I am condemned;* the...
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 confess our sins to a priest? Some cite passages like Matthew 23:9—“And call no man your father on earth, for you have one...
March 30: Fourth Sunday of the Great Fast: St. John Climacus; Octoechos Tone 4
Fourth Sunday of the Great Fast: St. John Climacus; Octoechos Tone 4; Our Venerable Father John Climacus, Author of "The Ladder of Divine Ascent." Day 28 of the Great Fast. Resurrectional Gospel 1. Hebrews 6:13-20; Ephesians 5:9-19; Mark 9:17-31; Matthew 4:25-5:12....
Friday of the Fourth Week of the Great Fast – Presanctified
LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net At Psalm 140 In Tone 7 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. I have enslaved the dignity of my soul to the passions,* and have become like the beasts;* I...
Wednesday of the Fourth Week of the Great Fast – Presanctified
LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net At Psalm 140 In Tone 4 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. The Fast that brings integrity has now run half its course.* These past days have proved...
March 25; The Annunciation of Our Most Holy Lady, the Mother of God and Ever-Virgin Mary;
The Annunciation of Our Most Holy Lady, the Mother of God and Ever-Virgin Mary; Blessed Omelian Kovch, Priest. Feast of the Mother of God. Day 23 of the Great Fast. Hebrews 2:11-18; Luke 1:24-38. Festal Matins and Vesperal Divine Liturgy English Source: Royal Doors...
March 23: Third Sunday of the Great Fast: Veneration of the Holy Cross, Tone 3
Third Sunday of the Great Fast: Veneration of the Holy Cross; Octoechos Tone 3; The Holy Venerable-Martyr Nikon and his two hundred disciples martyred with him. Day 21 of the Great Fast. Resurrectional Gospel 11. Hebrews 4:14-5:6; Mark 8:34-9:1. The Divine Liturgy of...
March 21: Friday of the Third Week of the Great Fast – Presanctified
Friday of the Third Week of the Great Fast - Presanctified English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS ON FRIDAY EVENING At Psalm 140 Tone 7 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Like the prodigal, I...
March 19: Wednesday of the Third Week of the Great Fast – Presanctified
Wednesday of the Third Week of the Great Fast - Presanctified English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS ON WEDNESDAY EVENING At Psalm 140 Tone 4 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Like the...
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 distractions, relationships, personal growth, and decision-making. Every day, we make choices that shape who we are. But how...
The Sacrament of Confession: A Path to Renewal During Great Lent
The Sacrament of Confession: A Path to Renewal During Great Lent Great Lent is a time of deep spiritual reflection, prayer, and preparation to celebrate Christ’s Resurrection. One of the most important spiritual practices during this season is Confession—a sacrament...
March 16: Second Sunday of the Great Fast: St. Gregory Palamas; Octoechos Tone 2
Second Sunday of the Great Fast: St. Gregory Palamas; Octoechos Tone 2; The Holy Martyrs Sabinus and Papas. Day 14 of the Great Fast. Resurrectional Gospel 10 Hebrews 1:10-2:3; Mark 2:1-12. The Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great is celebrated today. GREAT VESPERS,...
This Is My Body: Lenten Series 2025
This Is My Body: Eparchial Lenten Series 2025 Exploring the Eucharist Deepening Our Faith Through the Mystery of the Eucharist As we embark on the sacred season of Great Lent, we are called to reflect, pray, and prepare our hearts for the glorious celebration...
What is the Great Lent? The Purpose, Fasting, and Carrying Our Cross in Eastern Catholic Tradition
What is Great Lent? Understanding Its Purpose in the Eastern Catholic Tradition As we enter the sacred season of Great Lent, the Eastern Catholic Church invites us to embark on a profound spiritual journey of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. This time of preparation...
Hoshiv’s Miraculous Icon: A Sacred Treasure in Alberta
Hoshiv's Miraculous Icon – A Sacred Treasure of Faith The miraculous Icon of the Mother of God of Hoshiv is one of the most revered images in Eastern Catholic tradition, known for its powerful intercession and miraculous history. For centuries, the faithful have...
Mar 14: Friday of the Second Week of the Great Fast – Presanctified
Friday of the Second Week of the Great Fast - Presanctified English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS At Psalm 140, In Tone 4 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Behold, this is the...
Mar 12: Wednesday of the Second Week of the Great Fast – Presanctified
Wednesday of the Second Week of the Great Fast - Presanctified Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. O faithful, to undertake a spiritual...
March 9: First Sunday of the Great Fast: Sunday of Orthodoxy; Octoechos Tone 1
First Sunday of the Great Fast: Sunday of Orthodoxy; Octoechos Tone 1; 🕂 The Holy Forty Martyrs of Sebaste. Polyeleos Feast. Day 7 of the Great Fast. Resurrectional Gospel 9. Hebrews 11:24-26,32-40; 12:1-2; Hebrews 12:1-10; John 1:43-51; Matthew 20:1-16. The Divine...
March 7: Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts for Friday of the First Week of the Great Fast
LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS ON FRIDAY EVENING At Psalm 140 Tone 5 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Come, O faithful, let us fulfil the works of God in the light;* and let us walk with dignity as in the light of day;* let us...
March 5; Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts for Wednesday of the First Week of the Great Fast
LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS ON WEDNESDAY EVENING At Psalm 140 Tone 8 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. O faithful, while fasting bodily,* let us also fast in spirit.* Let us loosen every bond of injustice;* let us tear apart...
Mar 2; Sunday of Cheesefare – Sunday of Forgiveness; Tone 8
Sunday of Cheesefare; Octoechos Tone 8; The Holy Hieromartyr Theodotus, Bishop of Cyrenia. Resurrectional Gospel 8. Romans 13:11-14:4; Matthew 6:14-21. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy. GREAT VESPERS GREAT...
We’re Hiring: Family and Life Ministries Administrator
The Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton is seeking a Family and Life Ministries Administrator to support the development and implementation of faith-based programs and events for our community. This role is an opportunity to serve, inspire, and foster spiritual...
We’re Hiring: Full-Time Eparchial Accountant
The Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Eparchial Accountant to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine your financial expertise with a meaningful mission—supporting over 80 Ukrainian Catholic...
Feb 23; Meatfare Sunday (of the Fearful Judgment); Tone 7
Sunday of Meatfare; Octoechos Tone 7; The Holy Hieromartyr Polycarp, Bishop of Smyrna. Resurrectional Gospel 7. 1 Corinthians 8:8-9:2; Matthew 25:31-46. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine...
Saturday before Meatfare Sunday – All Souls Saturday
Saturday before Meatfare Sunday (All Souls Saturday); February 11. Text from “The Divine Liturgy: An Anthology for Worship”; Pg. 607 Troparion (Tone 8): With profound wisdom and love for mankind, You arrange all things* and bestow beneficial things upon all, O only...
The Kiss of Peace in the Divine Liturgy: Meaning, Tradition & Restoration
The WHAT, WHY, and HOW of the Kiss of Peace in the Divine Liturgy Restoring a Sacred Tradition in Our Parishes For centuries, the Kiss of Peace was a vital part of the Divine Liturgy—a beautiful expression of reconciliation, love, and unity in Christ. However, for...
Feb 16; Sunday of the Prodigal Son; Octoechos Tone 6
Sunday of the Prodigal Son; Octoechos Tone 6; The Holy Martyrs Pamphilus the Priest and Porphyrius and those with them. Resurrectiional Gospel 6. 1 Corinthians 6:12-20; Luke 15:11-32. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Festal Matins and...
Feb 14: The Repose of Our Venerable Father Constantine the Philosopher, in the Monastic Life, Cyril, Teacher of the Slavs (869)
The Repose of Our Venerable Father Constantine the Philosopher, in the Monastic Life, Cyril, Teacher of the Slavs (869); and our Venerable Father Auxentius (457-74); and the Venerable Maron the Wonderworker and Hermit Polyeleos Feast GREAT VESPERS At Psalm 140 In Tone...
Feb 09; Sunday of the Publican and Pharisee; Octoechos Tone 5
Sunday of the Publican and Pharisee; Octoechos Tone 5; Leave-taking of the Encounter of our Lord; The Holy Martyr Nicephorus. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy. GREAT VESPERS ON SATURDAY EVENING Kathisma...
Feb 2; Sunday of Zacchaeus & Encounter of our Lord; Octoechos Tone 4
Sunday of Zacchaeus; Octoechos Tone 4; The Encounter of our Lord God and Saviour Jesus Christ. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy. Feast of our Lord. Holy Day of obligation. GREAT VESPERS ON SATURDAY EVENING...
Table for Two: Romantic Eparchial Event for Couples in Edmonton
Celebrate Love and Faith at “Table for Two” This February The Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton invites you to a unique evening that blends romance, connection, and spiritual enrichment. Whether you are dating, engaged, or married, “Table for Two” offers a...
Jan 30; The Three Holy and Great Hierarchs
The Three Holy and Great Hierarchs: Basil the Great, Gregory the Theologian and John Chrysostom; and the Holy Priest-Martyr Hippolytus (235) English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net All-night Vigil Feast. A day when the faithful are highly encouraged to...
Jan 26: 36th Sunday after Pentecost; Octoechos Tone 3
36th Sunday after Pentecost; Octoechos Tone 3; Our Venerable Father Xenophon and his wife Maria. Resurrectional Gsopel 3. GREAT VESPERS ON SATURDAY EVENING Kathisma Reading Blessed is the man... is sung. At Psalm 140 Tone 3 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may...
Reflection on New Beginnings: Faith, Hope, and Gratitude | Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton
Reflection on New Beginnings – Faith, Hope, and Gratitude As we move through the beginning of the year, it is the perfect time to reflect on how our faith can guide us into 2025 with hope and gratitude. The start of a new year presents a fresh opportunity for...
Jan 25: Our Holy Father Gregory the Theologian, Archbishop of Constantinople (390)
Our Holy Father Gregory the Theologian, Archbishop of Constantinople (390) Polyeleos Feast. GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 4 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my voice! By your words of wisdom,...
Jan 19: 35th Sunday after Pentecost; Octoechos Tone 2
35th Sunday after Pentecost; Octoechos Tone 2; Our Venerable Father Macarius of Egypt. Resurrectional Gospel 2. (Saint with Six Stichera) English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading:...
Jan 17: Our Venerable and God-bearing Father Anthony the Great (356)
Our Venerable and God-bearing Father Anthony the Great (356) English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Polyeleos Feast. GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 4 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear...
Jan 12: Sunday after Theophany; Octoechos Tone 1
Sunday after Theophany; Octoechos Tone 1; The Holy Martyr Tatiana. Resurrectional Gospel 1. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140,...
2025 Camrose District Parish Schedule
Fr Danylo Bodnar parish priest 4823 - 53A Street, Camrose, AB Canada T4V 1Z8 rectory address 1-780-679-0975 office telephone; 1-780-915-8936 cellphone revbodna@gmail.com email Fr Don Bodnar ✞ Ascension of Our Lord – New...
January 6: Holy Theophany of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ
The Holy Theophany of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ Feast of our Lord. Holy Day of Obligation. Great Vespers with the Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great for the Feast of Theophany is celebrated in the late afternoon or early evening on January 5. The Great...
Jan 5: Sunday before and Eve of Theophany; Octoechos Tone 8
Sunday before and Eve of Theophany; Octoechos Tone 8; The Holy Martyrs Theopemptus and Theonas; The Venerable Syncletica. Resurrectional Gospel 11. Strict Fast. Abstention from meat and eggs (and, traditionally, dairy) and foods that contain these ingredients. 2...
Dec 29; Sunday after the Nativity of Christ. Octoechos Tone 7
Sunday after the Nativity of Christ. Octoechos Tone 7. Commemoration of the Holy and Righteous Joseph the Betrothed, David the King, and James, Brother of the Lord. The Holy Children who killed for Christ in Bethlehem; Our Venerable Father Marcellus, Hegumen of the...
Jan 1; The Circumcision of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ; Our Father Among the Saints Basil the Great, Archbishop of Caesarea in Cappadocia (379)
The Circumcision of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ; Our Father Among the Saints Basil the Great, Archbishop of Caesarea in Cappadocia (379) English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy Feast of our Lord....
Dec 27; Post-feast of the Nativity of Christ; the Holy Apostle, First Martyr and Archdeacon Stephen
The Holy Apostle, First Martyr and Archdeacon Stephen; Our Venerable Father and Confessor Theodore the Branded One, Composer of Canons. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net VESPERS ON THURSDAY EVENING Kathisma Reading: The appointed psalms are chanted. At...
Dec 26; Synaxis of the Most Holy Mother of God
VESPERS At Psalm 140 In Tone 2 If You mark iniquities, Lord, who can stand?* But with You forgiveness is that You may be revered. Come, let us greatly rejoice in the Lordas we tell of this present mystery!The dividing wall has been destroyed;the flaming sword turns...
A Night of Faith, Hope, and Generosity: Recap of the 15th Annual Bishop’s Gala
On Thursday, December 5, 2024, the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton hosted its 15th Annual Bishop’s Gala at the Chateau Louis Conference Centre. This special event brought together supporters, clergy, and friends for a memorable evening that celebrated faith,...
Knights of Columbus: The Ukrainian Wings – A Story of Resilience
Knights of Columbus: Spreading Warmth and Hope in Alberta In the heart of our Ukrainian Catholic community, the Knights of Columbus stand as a beacon of faith, service, and solidarity. As the largest Catholic fraternal organization in the world, their reach extends to...