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.
Holy Trinity – Calmar
Parish: Holy Trinity Location: Calmar, Alberta CALMAR (town) - HOLY TRINITY Parish - Парафія Пресвятої Трійц The land in the town of Calmar was donated by Ivan Vorkun and Ivan Ivanykha organized the idea of the parish. The founding meeting of the parish was held on...
Protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary – Camrose
Pastor: Very Rev. Mark Bayrock Parish: Protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary Location: 4823 – 53a Street Camrose, Alberta Office Phone: (780) 679-0975 Sunday Liturgy: Every Sunday PROTECTION of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish - Парафія Покрови Матері Божої...
Bishop David Read Children’s Story, “Enough/досить”
Children continue to be disproportionally affected by the pandemic. The world looks different for them with the activities, field trips, and gatherings canceled. Ukrainian Canadian Congress-Alberta wanted to connect with our little friends and remind them that our...
Are there different levels of heaven?
Response from: Father Mihajlo Planchak and Ft. Stephen Wojcichowsky Response: Thank you for your interesting question. It is one which has occupied human beings, in one form or another, for most of recorded history, dating at least as far back as the ancient Egyptian...
In the Nativity Icon, what is the explanation for Our Lady facing away from the new-born Babe?
Answered by: Fr. Julian Response: Thanks for your question. In the Christian icons that feature both Christ and Mary, the Mother of God, the icon of the Nativity is the one that depicts Mary not looking at Christ Child. Instead, she is looking at her husband Joseph,...
Feb 21; First Sunday of the Great Fast – Sunday of Orthodoxy, Tone 5
First Sunday of the Great Fast - Sunday of Orthodoxy, Tone 5; Our Venerable Father Timothy of Symbola (8th c.); Our Holy Father Eustathius, Archbishop of Great Antioch (338) Great Vespers and Divine Liturgy Great Fast Day 7. The Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great...
Why does the Ukrainian Catholic Church not have daily Divine Liturgies?
Full Question: Why does the Ukrainian Catholic Church not have daily Divine Liturgies like the Roman Catholic Church? It seems like it is beneficial for the faithful to receive communion daily. Response From: Chancery Office Numerous of our churches around Alberta...
Feb 19; Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts for Friday of the First Week of the Great Fast
Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts for Friday of the First Week of the Great Fast LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFED GIFTS At Psalm 140 In 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...
Feb 17; Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts for Wednesday of the First Week of the Great Fast
Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts for Wednesday of the First Week of the Great Fast 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. O faithful, while fasting bodily,* let us also fast in...
Feb 14: Sunday of Cheesefare – Sunday of Forgiveness, Tone 4
Sunday of Cheesefare - Sunday of Forgiveness, Tone 4; 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 Wonder Polyeleos...
Great Lent Retreat Online Given by Father Deacon Daniel Galadza (ENG/UKR)
Noah in the Ark: Foreshadowing the community gathered in the Church. Foreshadowing the community gathered in the Church In the Book of Genesis, we read about Noah and his salvation during the flood. This speaks to us in our contemporary context about God's providence,...
Should You Have an Icon on Your East Wall in Your Home?
Question: My class would like to know if you should have an icon on your east wall in your home? Can you provide a little explanation about that? Also, is it true all our (Ukrainian Catholic) churches face east (when you enter the church the iconostasis east)? Thank...
Feb 7: Sunday of Meatfare – Sunday of the Fearful Judgement, Tone 3
Sunday of Meatfare - Sunday of the Fearful Judgement, Tone 3; Our Venerable Father Parthenius, Bishop of Lampsacus (312-37) GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 3 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to...
Traditional Ukrainian Catholic Greetings
Ukrainian Catholics have a great tradition of greetings in our church. Our greetings and responses all revolve around the liturgical calendar and can be used to greet friends, family, and strangers! Sometimes, we all forget which greeting to use so here's a general...
We ask for your prayers for Fr Thomas Kobak, OSBM, Pastor, Saint Basil Parish
We ask for your prayers for Fr Thomas Kobak, OSBM, Pastor, Saint Basil Parish, Edmonton. Fr Thomas was physically assaulted yesterday and is in hospital receiving medical care. We pray that Our Lord, the Physician of All, grant Fr Thomas healing and a speedy recovery.
Who gave the priest the power to forgive sins?
Thanks for your question. I would like to respond directly from Christ Our Pascha Catechism of the Ukrainian Catholic Church: In the celebration of the Holy Mystery of Repentance, the Church actualizes the words of the Lord to the apostles: “Receive the Holy Spirit....
Bishop David Blessed the Retirement of Right Reverend Stephen Wojcichowsky.
Over his 46 years of diaconal and priestly ministry, Father Stephen served as pastor/assistant pastor in numerous parishes in the Eparchies of Toronto, New Westminster, and Edmonton, including Saint Demetrius Parish, Etobicoke, ON; Saint Nicholas Parish, Victoria, BC;...
Feb 2: The Encounter of Our Lord God and Saviour Jesus Christ
The Encounter of Our Lord God and Saviour Jesus Christ Feast of our Lord. Holy Day of obligation. GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man...” is taken only if the feast falls on a Sunday or Monday. At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Out of the depths I cry to You, O...
Invitation to All Altar Boys, Past and Present, to Pray the Rosary With Your Family
Friday January 22, 2021 Слава Ісусу Христу/ Glory be to Jesus Christ Altar Boy’s past and present! We hope things are well in this time of Covid and that 2021 is better than last year. Last year we had to cancel for the first time Altar-boy summer camp. I know that...
Jan 31; Sunday of the Prodigal Son, Tone 2
Sunday of the Prodigal Son, Tone 2; The Holy Wonderworkers and Unmercenaries Cyrus and John (284-305) GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 2 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Come, let...
Table for Two – At Home, an Edmonton Eparchy Event
Edmonton Eparchy Submitted Logos for Contest
As apart of Evangelize 2021, The Edmonton Eparchy is having a logo contest where anyone in the community can submit ideas for a new logo! These are the submissions for the contest, the winner will be contacted on February 3! Questions? Contact...
Who was Saint Padre Pio?
Saint Padre Pio is one saint that people continue to turn to today. In this episode of Saints in Our Lives, we discuss how Saint Padre Pio impacts peoples lives: Who was Saint Padre Pio? What were some of the abilities of Saint Padre Pio? What did Saint Padre...
What is the Difference Between Ruthenian Greek Catholic and the Ukrainian Catholic Church?
Question: Could you please clarify the titles used in the names of the Ukrainian Catholic Churches and what dates changes were made? When our Immaculate Conception Church was first was first registered, the title reads the “Ruthenian Greek Catholic Church of the...
Eparchy of Edmonton’s Impact on Local Communities in 2021
In the heart of Calgary, a small charitable initiative emerged at St. Stephen Protomartyr parish, demonstrating that a collective spirit of kindness can grow into a movement that spans across various communities. What started as a modest effort has now expanded to...
Who was Bishop Nykyta Budka? Facts About Bishop Nykyta Budka.
The Saints in Our Lives: Blessed Martyr Nykyta Budka 1877-1949Join Bernadette Mandriusiak and Bishop David Motiuk in this episode of Saints in Our Lives as we talk about the impact Bishop Nykyta Budka has on our lives. In this episode, we discuss: How...
Jan 24; Sunday of the Publican and the Pharisee, Tone 1
Sunday of the Publican and the Pharisee, Tone 1; Our Venerable Mother Xenia the Roman Great Vespers and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks...
Alberta’s Ukrainian Catholic Community Supports Armchair Gala Plans
On December 17 2020, the Edmonton Eparchy embarked on its first-ever online virtual gala, named the Armchair Gala. Despite being unable to serve guests a warm meal in person, the eparchy instead made donations to local food banks across the province on behalf of all...
Can Roman Catholic Children Receive Holy Communion at a Ukrainian Catholic Church?
Question: I am Roman Catholic and my young children are baptized Roman Catholic. I attend Divine Liturgy once a week usually on a Saturday. Are my children able to receive Holy Communion as I do or do they have to wait until they are older and have received First...
I would like to apply to a Ukrainian Catholic seminary, but I am not Ukrainian. Will this prohibit me from applying?
Full Question: I go to a Ukrainian Catholic Church and I have felt called to the priesthood, but I am not Ukrainian. Will this prohibit me from applying to a Ukrainian Catholic Seminary? Response From: Rector of the Holy Spirit Ukrainian Catholic Seminary, Fr. Michael...
Did I invalidate my confession by giving the priest unnecessary background information?
The question: After being away from the church for 8 years, I went to confession a couple of months back. I did a full examination of my conscience, was truly sorry for my sins, sincerely confessed them all, and did my assigned penance. Since I was away for so long...
What prayers should I use to get through a bad day?
Answer from: Fr. Julian Thank you for your question. “Be still and know that I am God!" (Psalm 46:10) The Church guides us on our path of prayer and proposes that we rely on her accumulated experience of prayer. This experience indicates that we need to set aside...
Men’s Faith Sharing Group
Gentlemen of the eparchy are invited to take part in a Men’s faith sharing group facilitated by Fr. Greg Faryna, and assisted by Alex Pankiw a seminarian at Holy Spirit Seminary. The group will focus on the call to holiness as presented in the Apostolic...
Jan 17; Sunday of Zacchaeus, Tone 8; Our Venerable and God-bearing Father Anthony the Great (356)
Sunday of Zacchaeus, Tone 8; Our Venerable and God-bearing Father Anthony the Great (356) Polyeleos Feast. GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 8 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. O...
I am not sure about becoming a Catholic. What should I do about this?
Response From: Fr. Jim Response: Thank you for your question. The fact that you are pondering becoming Catholic in your heart is a great gift and you should continue to pray first and foremost, and investigate what your apprehensions are. Are you worried about what...
Who Was Saint Mary of Egypt?
Join Bernadette and Joyanne on this new episode of Saints in Our Lives as they discuss another important saint. In the third episode, we look at the life of Saint Mary of Egypt. This episode we discuss: What does St. Mary tell us about repentance and coming back to...
January 10; Sunday after Theophany, Tone 7
Sunday after Theophany, Tone 7; Our Holy Father Gregory, Bishop of Nyssa (after 394); the Venerable Dometian, Bishop of Miletene (582-602); Our Venerable Father Marcian, Presbyter and Econome of the Great Church (450-57) Great Vespers and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS...
Порядок богослужень на різдвяний час (парафії св. Юрія Переможця в Едмонтоні)
31 грудня – четвер – НАВЕЧІР’Я НОВОГО ЦИВІЛЬНОГО РОКУ год. 7:00 вечора – Подячний Молебень (за проминаючий рік) (і нагода до св. Сповіді) 01 січня – п’ятниця – ПОЧАТОК НОВОГО ЦИВІЛЬНОГО РОКУ год. 10:00 ранку – Служба Божа (і нагода до св. Сповіді) 03 січня – неділя –...
January 6: The Holy Theophany of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ
The Holy Theophany of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom is celebrated in the morning on January 6. The Great Blessing of the Water is taken after the Prayer Behind the Ambon. Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy FESTAL...
January 5: Eve of the 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 03; Sunday before Theophany, Octoechos Tone 6
Sunday before Theophany, Octoechos Tone 6; the Holy Prophet Malachi (5th c. BC); the Holy Martyr Gordius (313-24) 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...
Jan 1, 2019; 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) Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy Feast of our Lord. Polyeleos Feast. The Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the...
Edmonton Eparchy Logo Contest
The Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton is changing the way we Evangelize in 2021. With that, we're looking to our community of faithful to help create a logo that represents our Ukrainian Catholic community! Anyone can take part in this contest, submissions close...
Our Sole Hope | Fr. Mike Bombak | Good Tidings
Where do we aim? If we put all our energy to cope with the difficult situations on earth, we fall short of Heaven, our true destination. Watch Fr. Mike Bombak delivering a Christmas message in Good Tidings. Watch more here:...
Christmas and New Year’s greetings of His Beatitude Sviatoslav Shevchuk, Dec. 2020
What do I do if I am in a state of sin and cannot go to Confession?
Full question: What do I do if I am in a state of sin and cannot go to Confession? Is there a way I can get back into a state of grace and receive communion if I am unable to go to the Sacrament of Reconciliation? Response From: Fr. Planchak Response: Thanks for a...
Dec 27; Sunday after the Nativity of Christ; Tone 5
Sunday after the Nativity of Christ Commemoration of the Holy and Righteous Joseph the Betrothed, David the King, and James, Brother of the Lord, Tone 5; the Holy Apostle, First Martyr and Archdeacon Stephen; Our Venerable Father and Confessor Theodore the “Branded...
Dec 26; Saturday after the Nativity of Christ; Synaxis of the Most Holy Mother of God
Saturday after the Nativity of Christ; Synaxis of the Most Holy Mother of God; The Holy Priest-Martyr Euthymius, Bishop of Sardis (824) A day when the faithful are highly encouraged to participate in the Divine Liturgy. GREAT VESPERS At Psalm 140 In Tone 2 If You mark...
Bishop David’s Christmas Message
The Feast of the Nativity of Our Lord “Christmas – A Festival of Families” Christ is Born! Let us Glorify Him! Dear Faithful: The birth of Jesus took place this way: “In those days a decree went out from Emperor Augustus that all the world should be...
Explanation of the Icon of the Nativity of our Lord
In this icon our eye is drawn first to the Mother of God; the Theotokos. She is the largest figure indicating her importance in the event of the incarnation of our Lord. It was her humble and total “yes” to God that allowed for the salvation of humanity. She is the...
I’m Dreaming of a GREEN Christmas
Christmas will look quite different for many of us this year. Why not take the opportunity to shift to a greener, more environmentally friendly Christmas? While it may seem overwhelming when we consider all the waste that celebrations like Christmas can bring along...
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PASTORAL LETTER FROM THE UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC BISHOPS OF CANADA ON THE OCCASION OF THE NATIVITY OF OUR LORD
PASTORAL LETTER FROM THE UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC BISHOPS OF CANADA ON THE OCCASION OF THE NATIVITY OF OUR LORD 2020-2021 To the Reverend Clergy, Monastics, Seminarians and Laity of the Ukrainian Catholic Church in Canada: Christ is Born! Let Us Glorify Him!...
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Високопреосвященним і преосвященним архиєпископам і митрополитам, боголюбивим єпископам, всечесному духовенству, преподобному монашеству, возлюбленим братам і сестрам, в Україні та на поселеннях у світі сущим Ви ж знаєте ласку Господа нашого Ісуса Христа, що задля...
Dec 25: The Nativity in the Flesh of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ—Christmas
The Nativity in the Flesh of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ—Christmas Feastal Matins and Divine Liturgy One of the 12 Great Feasts. Holy Day of Obligation. FESTAL MATINS Hexapsalm Great Ekteny The Lord Is God, Tone 4 Troparion, Tone 4: Your Nativity, O...
Dec 24; Eve of the Nativity in the Flesh of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ – Christmas GREAT VESPERS AND DIVINE LITURGY OF ST. BASIL THE GREAT
One of the 12 Great Feasts. Holy Day of Obligation. Feast of our Lord. Great Vespers with Divine Liturgy of St. Basil is celebrated in the late afternoon or early evening on December 24. The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom is celebrated in the morning on...
Why is Mary Magdalene always known for being a prostitute, and not for being the first of Jesus’s disciples to witness the Resurrection?
Response from: Both Fr. Stephen and Fr. Jim Response: Yours is an excellent question – thank you. The reason for this reference to her as a prostitute is a matter of some historical development and biblical interpretation. Let’s begin with the biblical record....
In COVID-19, how do I learn more about the Ukrainian Catholic Church?
Question (Shortened to simplify): In COVID-19, how do I learn more about the Ukrainian Catholic Church? Last year I attended the Armenian Apostolic Church (was across the road) and was invited to receive communion and my confessor said yes. I don‘t want to give up...
Eparchial Evangelization Fund Five Year Report
Report Conducted between 2015 and 2019.In 2012, together as laity, religious, monastics and clergy we embarked upon an ambitious 25 Year Pastoral Plan of spiritual renewal within the Ukrainian Catholic Church in Alberta: “Evangelization: A New Springtime –...
CHRISTMAS PASTORAL LETTER OF HIS BEATITUDE SVIATOSLAV
CHRISTMAS PASTORAL LETTER OF HIS BEATITUDE SVIATOSLAV Most Reverend Archbishops and Metropolitans, God-loving Bishops, Very Reverend Clergy, Venerable Monastics, Dearly Beloved Brothers and Sisters, in Ukraine and throughout the world For you know the...